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Friday, 13 February 2026: South Africa’s power system continues to show sustained stability, supported by ongoing improvements in plant performance and the successful implementation of the Generation Recovery Plan. Over the past week, the national grid has remained reliable, with the Energy Availability Factor (EAF) continuing its upward trajectory and unplanned outages decreasing year‑on‑year. These...
South Africa, 12 February: This Valentine’s Day, couples and friends can skip dinner and movies and celebrate love with adrenaline and fun instead! With the overwhelming trend in 2026 to disconnect from screens and connect with people in the physical world, this year’s Valentine’s Day is on point, with experience-led activities being the preferred choice. …
Cape Town, South Africa – Dhansay & Roberts Biokineticists has launched Rehab Your Knee, a free educational ebook. This practical guide helps anyone recovering from a knee injury rebuild strength, move with confidence, and make informed decisions about their rehabilitation. With two well-established practices in Claremont and Green Point, Dhansay & Roberts Biokineticists has been …
GQEBERHA – Following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) delivered on 12 February 2026 in Cape Town, Straton Electrical – a leading electrical contracting firm in the Eastern Cape – has critically examined the President’s roadmap for the energy sector. While the speech signaled a historic pivot toward a competitive electricity market, …
This overturns a high court ruling that the health department would provide treatment at state facilities instead of paying cash damages
February is in full swing, and Clearwater Mall is keeping the weekend mood high with a Saturday line-up that invites families and fitness fans to step out and take part. On 21 February 2026, visitors can choose between an energising morning workout and a playful children’s reading session, or simply stay for both and make a morning …
The first LEPAS L4 SUVs have officially arrived in South Africa, introducing LEPAS, the premium brand under the Chery Group to the local market. The occasion was celebrated at the Transnet Port Terminals, Durban Car Terminal by Jay Jay Botes, General Manager of LEPAS South Africa, and Luke Cao, Country Director at LEPAS. As the …
In the year following South Africa’s G20 Presidency, President Ramaphosa’s 2026 State of the Nation Address offered a sobering but optimistic reflection on the country’s trajectory. It highlighted meaningful economic progress while underscoring the scale of the journey still ahead. Most importantly, it reinforced a critical shift in how South Africa’s challenges are being understood. …
The ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix will welcome 13 international teams to Auckland this weekend for high-speed, high-action stadium racing just meters from the shoreline – all set against the backdrop of one of sailing’s most iconic cities. The “City of Sails” is expected to draw a crowd of up to 26,000 across the …
SailGP announced today that the ROCKWOOL Racing SailGP Team has been acquired by leading sports investor and American Magic Co-Founder, Doug DeVos . The transaction marks a major new chapter for the Danish team in the global sail racing championship, bringing together leaders in global business and high-performance sport – SailGP, ROCKWOOL and American Magic …
Friday, 13 February 2026: In the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday 12 February 2026, President Cyril Ramaphosa directed that the establishment of a fully independent state-owned transmission (TSO) entity will have ownership and control of transmission assets and be responsible for operating the electricity market. Eskom will fully support the task team...
Statement by Andrew de Blocq MP – DA Spokesperson on Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment: The release of the 2025 rhino poaching statistics by Minister Willie Aucamp indicate that a total of 352 rhinos were poached across South Africa in 2025, down from 420 in 2024 and 499 in 2023. This represents a repeated 16% …
Statement by Kevin Mileham MP – DA Spokesperson for Electricity and Energy: The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes President Cyril Ramaphosa’s clear and unambiguous commitment in his State of the Nation Address (SONA) to establish a “fully independent state-owned transmission entity” that will have direct “ownership and control of transmission assets”. This announcement marks a significant …
Statement by Lisa Schickerling MP – DA Spokesperson on Police: The Democratic Alliance (DA) supports the President’s announcement of the deployment of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) to assist in combating gang violence in Cape Town and parts of Gauteng. Given the sustained and escalating levels of gang-related crime, decisive intervention is justified. …
Scottish Rugby is pleased to confirm the appointment of Dave Butcher as Forwards Coach for Scotland Women, further strengthening the national programme ahead of the 2026 Guinness Women’s Six Nations. Butcher has established a strong reputation as a specialist in set piece and brings extensive experience having coached across men’s and women’s international, professional and …
Annan RFC plan to redevelop their clubhouse facilities and build a double story extension. Annan RFC will benefit from £250,000 of funding through the support of Scottish Rugby’s Growth & Participation: Club Sustainability Fund Annan RFC have been awarded funding through Scottish Rugby’s Growth & Participation Fund which will support them in redeveloping their clubhouse …
Head coach Steve Tandy has named the Wales team to play France in the second round of the 2026 Guinness Six Nations at Principality Stadium on Sunday 15 February (kick-off 3.10pm, live on BBC1 and S4C). There are four personnel and two positional changes to the starting XV for the first home match of the …
Jean le Roux, NSRI Hermanus duty coxswain, said: At 19h48, Tuesday, 10 February, NSRI Hermanus were placed on alert by NSRI EOC (Emergency Operations Centre) following reports from MRCC (Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre) of a fisherman injured on a local 65 meter stern trawler fishing vessel. The fishing vessel, reported to be heading towards Hermanus …
The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) finds President Cyril Ramaphosa’s 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) deeply disappointing. South Africans have heard many of his hollow promises and plans before. From tackling corruption to building universities, to job creation, professionalising the public sector, and addressing procurement maladministration, the commitments sounded familiar, but implementation has …
South African consumers and retailers can expect further increases in pork prices in the coming months as the impact of African swine fever (ASF) and foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks tightens supply across the formal market. This follows recent communication to the trade from the South African Pork Producers’ Organisation (SAPPO), detailing the extent of disease …
Statement by John Steenhuisen MP – Leader of the Democratic Alliance: President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address tonight comes amidst a backdrop of an improving economy, but South Africa needs faster growth and more investment to deliver on the promise of the GNU. Economic recovery under the GNU is now underway. Inflation has …
SA Rugby has revamped its professional junior rugby pathways with the creation of a new Under-23 competition, to ensure emerging players are optimally prepared for senior rugby. The change was approved at a Special General Council meeting of SA Rugby on Wednesday, following a thorough review of the playing calendar, to provide additional opportunities for …
13 February 2026 – Sasol Banyana Banyana’s road to the Brazil 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup begins in earnest when they participate in this year’s 2025 COSAFA Women’s Championship. A few days ago coach Dr Desiree Ellis announced a 38-member squad in preparation for an Alignment camp for the COSAFA Women’s Championship and the Women’s
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The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) is concerned about the condition of critical infrastructure in the Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality (Phalaborwa, Lulekani, Boelang) following devastating floods in January. The Freedom Front Plus MPL and provincial leader for Limpopo, Mr André Moss, accompanied by local Freedom Front Plus councillor Giel van Niekerk and prospective candidate Ms Jane […]
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