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South Africa is considering raising import duties on Chinese and Indian-made cars in an effort to protect local manufacturers. While seemingly well-intended, it is a solution that is likely to hurt consumers without addressing the root of the industry’s problem – a lack of affordable homegrown options. There are seven legacy original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) …
3 March 2026 – Today, the South African Football Association (SAFA) in collaboration with adidas proudly reveals the new 2026/2027 home jersey for both Bafana Bafana and Banyana Banyana – a bold evolution of an iconic design that captures the spirit of South African football. Drawing inspiration from the unforgettable 2010 jersey – a symbol
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The dramatic escalation in Middle East tensions with the US and Israeli offensive against Iran that has killed the Islamic republic’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei is roiling global markets and South Africa’s economy is going to feel the pain while the gold sector and companies such as Sasol stand to gain. The fallout from the …
Following the devastating cyclone that struck Madagascar's east coast, Mercy Ships (www.MercyShips.org) has joined with national disaster response efforts in Toamasina (Tamatave) through the provision of essential relief supplies, in coordination with the government's disaster management authorities.
Cyclone Gezani caused extensive damage across the region, displacing thousands and severely affecting homes, public infrastructure, and healthcare facilities.
“In moments like these, partnerships and solidarity matter most,” said Nicholas Ahadjie, Country Director of Mercy Ships in Madagascar. “We are committed to supporting the national response and ensuring that assistance reaches communities where the needs are greatest.”
As part of its own immediate response, Mercy Ships has delivered 537 bags of rice, 1,000 roofing sheets, and 1,000 ready-to-eat meals. These supplies arrived in Toamasina and were officially handed over to the government's Designated Disaster Response Coordination Body for distribution to affected communities.
The roofing materials will enable families, schools, and community health facilities to begin urgent repairs. The rice will be distributed to households impacted by the storm that still have functional cooking facilities, while ready-to-eat meals will provide immediate support to individuals and displaced families.
Although the Mercy Ships hospital vessel Africa Mercy®, is currently undergoing scheduled maintenance in South Africa, preparations are underway for her return to Madagascar. Sometime this May, she is expected to resume surgical services and medical training programs in collaboration with the Ministry of Health.
“Our presence in Madagascar is on-going,” added Nicholas Ahadjie. “While the ship is in maintenance, our engagement with partners continues. We stand with the Malagasy people today and remain dedicated to strengthening healthcare capacity for the future.”
For several years, Mercy Ships has partnered with Madagascar to provide free specialized surgeries, professional medical training, and infrastructure support. The recent disaster will not stop the organization's ongoing support for the Malagasy people as it continues to help reinforce their national health systems.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Mercy Ships.
ABOUT MERCY SHIPS:
Mercy Ships operates hospital ships that deliver free surgeries and other healthcare services to those with little access to safe medical care. An international faith-based organization, Mercy Ships has focused entirely on partnering with African nations for the past three decades. Working with in-country partners, Mercy Ships also provides training to local healthcare professionals and supports the construction of in-country medical infrastructure to leave a lasting impact.
Each year, more than 2,500 volunteer professionals from over 60 countries serve on board the world's two largest non-governmental hospital ships, the Africa Mercy® and the Global Mercy™. Professionals such as surgeons, dentists, nurses, health trainers, cooks, and engineers dedicate their time and skills to accelerate access to safe surgical and anesthetic care. Mercy Ships was founded in 1978 and has offices in 16 countries as well as an Africa Service Center in Dakar, Senegal. For more information, visit www.MercyShips.org and follow @MercyShips on social media.
Police in Johannesburg and Pretoria cannot arrest motorists over unpaid traffic fines. This is according to Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) spokesperson Xolani Fihla, who recently spoke on 947 about the increased roadblock presence on the province’s roads. Fihla explained that the authorities have increased the number of roadblocks and traffic stops as part of …
GOOD Statement by Brett Herron, Unite for Change Leadership Council Member & GOOD Secretary-General 03 March 2026 For the past eight years, maths geek Sandra Dickson has dedicated her life to slowing an accelerating City of Cape Town tariff burden that is making living in the City increasingly unaffordable for all but its wealthiest residents. […]
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With his State of the Province Address (SOPA) on 5 March, Mpumalanga Premier Mandla Ndlovu should demonstrate that residents’ concerns come first, and not the ANC’s interests. The challenges communities face daily can no longer be ignored. These include residents’ safety and security, the province’s economic stability and the people’s future. Pressing issues that warrant […]
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As global tensions dominate headlines, a new discussion has gone viral: which countries would be safest if World War III were to break out? Primedia+ Digital Content Editor Barbara Friedman discussed a viral list making the rounds. It highlights nations known for neutrality, geographic isolation, or strong civil defence systems. Fiji is in the number …
Caitlyn Hilliard-Lomas ·2 Mar 2026 The US-Iran conflict has escalated after a US attack killed Iran’s Supreme Leader on Saturday, 28 February, causing elevated uncertainty in South Africa on multiple fronts. The country now faces higher fuel prices from the shock to global oil markets, the resulting impact on inflation, and a follow-through on the …
Noncedo Holiwe lives in a crumbling, two-roomed mud house with broken windows and a leaking roof
Attorney Gary Trappler appears in the dock at the Cape Town Magistrate’s Court on 27 February. Photo: Riyadh Karodia Green Point attorney Gary Trappler has been ordered by the Cape Town Magistrate’s Court to pay his neighbour, Thandi Mgwaba, R7,500 in damages for slashing her car tyres. Magistrate Stephen Bengequla, on 27 February, ordered Trappler …
Etienne van Zyl, NSRI Durban station commander, said: At 12h20, Monday, 2 March, NSRI Durban duty crew were alerted to prepare for a medical evacuation of a 45 year old Chinese seafarer, reportedly injured in a fall down a stairwell, onboard a motor vessel bulk carrier, offshore of Durban, at the Durban Anchorage. NSRI Durban …
Richard Illingworth and Alex Wharf will be the on-field umpires for the first ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final between South Africa and New Zealand on Wednesday. Illingworth was in the middle for South Africa’s victory at this stage two years ago, when the Proteas dismissed Afghanistan for 56 and won by nine wickets, …
Some Budgets make noise. This one keeps its head down and gets on with the job. South Africa’s 2026 Budget offers no splashy giveaways or ideological pivots. Instead, it focuses on one thing: stabilising the public finances after a long stretch of pressure, policy drift, and last year’s bruising Budget politics. That was the tone …
South Africa’s new vehicle market delivered its strongest February performance in recent years, reflecting firmer domestic demand and reinforcing the view that the sector has moved beyond recovery into a phase of consolidation supported by improving local economic conditions. According to naamsa | the Automotive Business Council, aggregate domestic new vehicle sales reached 53,455 units …
Monday, March 2, 2026 The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) has formally engaged the University of the Free State (UFS) following the release of a peer-reviewed study identifying the presence of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in various sanitary pads and pantyliners available in South Africa. In a statement issued on Sunday, the …
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has had sight of a “restricted internal” 2026 SANDF document that references a programme of structured military training engagements with Russian Ministry of Defence institutions. The Democratic Alliance now demands an urgent and clear public statement with answers from the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans Angie Motshekga, and the President, …
INTERVIEW: South Africa may not have lost its appetite for hosting a World Cup, but the likelihood of the two most successful teams in the game ever hosting another global event appears slim to zero. South Africa (four-time Webb Ellis Cup holders) and New Zealand (three) are the only back-to-back winners of the game’s biggest …
Staff Writer ·2 Mar 2026 South Africa’s 2026 budget has been warmly received by virtually all stakeholders. But the real test for the country now lies in implementation—an area it has historically fallen flat. The budget presented on Wednesday, 25 February, by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana struck the right note with analysts and economists. Overperformance …
The municipality says the park in Driftsands is earmarked for repairs this financial year
Caitlyn Hilliard-Lomas ·2 Mar 2026 During Wednesday’s 2026 Budget Speech, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana revealed that the country has more than R88 billion in unclaimed financial assets and benefits. The government now plans to manage these unclaimed benefits by creating a central administrator responsible for record-keeping and tracing. This is to make the claims process …
South Africa have hardly put a foot wrong in their march to the Twenty20 World Cup semi-finals, but complacency can have no place against a New Zealand side famed for punching above their weight when the teams meet at Eden Gardens on Wednesday. The Proteas are the tournament’s only unbeaten side and look a far …
What ATE VW Challenge 2026 PreviewWhere Zwartkops Raceway, PretoriaWhen Saturday 7 March 2026Community Gauteng Regional ATE VW Challenge all set for another, spectacular season Among South Africa’s longest running racing series, the ATE VW Challenge came to being when 1980s GTi Club members wanted something more exciting to do than just spit, shine and the …
2 March 2026 – The South African Football Association (SAFA) and Standard Bank have announced a landmark sponsorship that will see Africa’s largest bank by assets become an official partner, supporting Bafana Bafana, Banyana Banyana and grassroots national teams from 2026 and beyond. The announcement comes at a pivotal moment for South Africa, with Bafana …