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Luke Fraser ·31 Jan 2026 Westerford High School in Cape Town is a public government school that beats most private schools in South Africa in terms of average distinctions. The school achieved an average of 3.12 A’s per student in 2025. The school also boasted a 100% pass rate and a 100% bachelor’s pass rate. …
Erstwhile President Jacob Zuma undertook a three-day state visit to the United Kingdom from 3 March to 5 March 2010, at the invitation of Queen Elizabeth II. It was the first state visit Zuma had undertaken to the UK since becoming president. Zuma chose wife Tobeka Madiba Zuma to accompany him. An account from the …
South Africa’s long-squeezed motorists might find fresh relief next month as recent datafrom the Central Energy Fund (CEF) data points to meaningful fuel price cuts in February — a rare bright spot in a world rattled by geopolitical theatrics and jittery oil markets. In an unexpected twist, the rand has staged its strongest run in …
Tragic reality Dr Rajendran Govender|Published 11 hours ago Copy to Clipboard THERE is a particular kind of pain that words cannot fully carry – the pain of a parent who packs a lunchbox, straightens a school uniform, gives a quick kiss on the forehead, and watches their child leave home with the innocent promise, “I’ll …
Malcolm Libera ·31 Jan 2026 Personal injury claims linked to shopping centres and supermarkets are increasing, with courts placing greater responsibility on property owners. This is according to Kirstie Haslam, Specialist Personal Injury Attorney and partner at DSC Attorneys, who said many people assume that accidents in malls are just ‘bad luck’, but the law looks …
Near term growth portfolio reaches an all-time high with record projects under construction. Development and Construction segment boosted by progress in Egypt and South Africa. Balance sheet strengthened with reduced debt and strong liquidity. Scatec has reported solid progress across its growth portfolio in the fourth quarter, underpinned by strong construction activity, disciplined capital management …
Large parts of the greater Tshwane area have been experiencing power failures since 17:00 on Saturday, following a trip at transformers 1A and 1B at the Njala substation, East of Pretoria. Initially, Tshwane only confirmed that the trip was affecting Pretoria East, stating that there was a trip on line 1 at Njala Substation. However, …
Set to be positioned above Grand Vitara, the new SUV will find itself in the middle of Chinese territory. The Suzuki Across, the Japanese carmaker’s new flagship SUV, is on its way to South Africa. Introduced last year by Maruti Suzuki in India as the Victoris, the Across will slot in above the Grand Vitara …
While cleared of sexual harassment, tribunal finds a “degree of misconduct” for initiating and conducting relationship at work
Following one of the busiest festive seasons on record, the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) has launched Cars4Good 2026 – a bold, nationwide fundraising campaign in partnership with Suzuki Auto South Africa to support rescue readiness and help prevent drowning. Between 15 December and 15 January, NSRI volunteers rescued 201 people – a 26% increase …
·30 Jan 2026 South Africa risks losing preferential access to the US market under a key African trade pact that’s before Congress, though the economic impact would likely be limited even if the country is excluded. The Senate may vote as early as this week on renewing the African Growth and Opportunity Act, a program …
·30 Jan 2026 South Africa declared the top diplomat at Israel’s embassy persona non grata on Friday and ordered him out within 72 hours, a move that could worsen strained relations with the United States. Israel promptly retaliated by declaring South Africa’s senior diplomatic representative, Minister Shaun Edward Byneveldt, persona non grata and giving him the same deadline to …
Rare Disease Day takes place on 28 February, and Rare Diseases South Africa (RDSA) is calling on South Africans, the healthcare sector and the broader public to use this day for more than a symbolic show of support. For families living with a rare disease, Rare Disease Day is not a “nice-to-have” awareness moment. It …
Oliewenhuis Art Museum Announces Valentine’s Couples Competition 2026 Win a romantic night under the stars at the Canvas and Cupid Event Bloemfontein, South Africa – Oliewenhuis Art Museum is delighted to announce the launch of its Valentine’s Couples Competition 2026, offering three lucky couples the opportunity to experience an unforgettable evening of art, romance and …
By Bongiwe Dlamini MBABANE: United Nations (UN) Secretary General Antonio Guterres says it doesn’t make sense for him personally that South Africa is not permanently a full member of the G20 in all circumstances, the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) reported. In a statement to the media at the UN Headquarters in New York, Guterres …
Chinese automotive giant Chery has shipped the first batch of its latest New Energy Vehicle (NEV) sub-brand to launch locally, Lepas, to the Durban Port ahead of its official global launch this weekend. The first 500 Lepas L4 models were loaded and shipped from the Taicang Port in China, marking the next phase in Chery’s …
Several current F1 drivers including seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton have called for the sport to return to South Africa. South African Formula One (F1) racing fans will have to wait a little longer to experience the high-octane sport, after the country underestimated the requirements for staging a grand prix. F1 fever in South Africa hit …
The African National Congress (ANC) applauds the Government of the Republic of South Africa, acting through the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, for its firm and principled stance in declaring the Israeli Chargé d’Affaires persona non grata. This action affirms South Africa’s sovereign right to manage its international relations in line with its Constitution, national dignity, and …
Israel’s chargé d’affaires at the embassy in South Africa, Ariel Seidman, is persona non grata, according to the international relations and co-operation department (Dirco). He has been given 72 hours to leave the country. “This decisive measure follows a series of unacceptable violations of diplomatic norms and practices which pose a direct challenge to South …
Malcolm Libera ·30 Jan 2026 South Africa is missing out on a once-in-a-generation opportunity in gold and other metals by driving investment away through hostile policy choices and regulatory instability. The country’s mining industry, under Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe, is effectively chasing the world’s most important mining capital out of its borders. …
South African mobile network operators have warned that smartphone and laptop prices are expected to rise sharply in 2026 due to a global shortage of memory and flash storage chips. DRAM and NAND flash prices have skyrocketed since late 2025 due to a surge in demand for processing power and storage in data centres powering …
The Department of International Relations and Cooperation has informed the Government of the State of Israel of its decision to declare Mr Ariel Seidman, the Chargé d’Affaires of the Israeli Embassy, persona non grata. This decisive measure follows a series of unacceptable violations of diplomatic norms and practice which pose a direct challenge to South …
If South Africa implemented a 50% duty on cars imported from China and India, the prices of the most affordable vehicles could increase by around R40,000. The Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition is currently conducting a review of possible measures to stem car imports, which they argue are undermining local manufacturing. International Trade Administration …
Friday, 30 January 2026 The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) calls for the immediate removal, arrest and criminal prosecution of KZN Hawks Major General Lesetja Senona, whose testimony before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has exposed conduct that is wholly incompatible with the responsibilities of a senior law-enforcement officer. Over the course of his […]