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Luke Fraser ·19 Apr 2026 The chances of interest rate cuts in South Africa have all but vanished, with hopes now shifting to the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) not increasing rates. While the SARB was widely expected to cut interest rates by a cumulative 50 basis points in 2026, this has all but vanished …
REACTION: BlitzBok head coach Philip Snyman was on cloud nine following his charges’ dominant display in the Hong Kong SVNS World Championship Final against Argentina. The BlitzBoks claimed a first-ever Hong Kong Sevens title after falling short on four previous occasions in the tournament, etching their names in Springbok Sevens history as the team to …
Note to editors: Please find attached soundbite by Tertuis Simmers Today, the DA Western Cape celebrated the restoration of nearly 300 small-scale fishing vessel permits in the Traditional Linefish sector, together with local fishers, DA Leader Geordin Hill-Lewis, Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Willie Aucamp, and provincial leadership. See photos here, here, here, …
The Springbok Sevens squad that won their very first HSBC SVNS Hong Kong tournament on Sunday in such a clinical and commanding fashion deserve all the applause and credit for doing so, but according to Blitzbok head coach Philip Snyman, they will not get ahead of themselves as their dream season is not over yet. …
Generative AI chatbots are now used by more than 987 million people globally, including around 64 per cent of American teens, according to recent estimates. Increasingly, people are using these chatbots for advice, emotional support, therapy and companionship. What happens when people rely on AI chatbots during moments of psychological vulnerability? We have seen media scrutiny of a few tragic …
When up to 3.5 million small businesses go green, this will benefit South Africa’s environment and help the businesses survive in a changing climate.
Mon – Sat: 6:00 – 16:00Sunday – Closed No. 3, 11th Avenue Houghton Estate Johannesburg 2198, Gauteng … Endangered Species: South Africa is home to several endangered species, including the African penguin, white rhino, and Cape vulture. Read More at the Source
The Springbok Sevens produced a dominant, flawless performance to defeat Argentina 35–7 in the final of the Cathay/HSBC SVNS Hong Kong. This victory secured their first title in Hong Kong since the inception of the World Sevens Series in 1999, doing so in the iconic tournament’s 50th anniversary year. They outscored “Los Pumas” five tries …
As we head into 2026, South Africans are watching inflation, interest rates, and gross domestic product (GDP) growth closely. These are all factors that shape the cost of living, borrowing costs, the return on savings, and the overall health of the economy. Although global conditions remain uncertain, the latest data suggests a cautiously improved …
The Johannesburg Crypto Exchange (JCE) is building a regulated-focused exchange infrastructure suited to South African market requirements, combining listing facilitation, OTC compliance processes, and bespoke hardware components. The platform targets operators and liquidity providers seeking compliant connectivity and a pragmatic path to on-chain and off-chain settlement. FasterCapital’s ongoing contribution to JCE during this phase includes: …
Total value: R1,1 billion The Biomedical Research Institute (BMRI) is Stellenbosch University’s first official 4-star rated green building. It is also the single most expensive educational building in the country, housing some of the world’s cutting-edge facilities, such as the Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation (CERI), which will provide the genomic sequencing for the …
The Fidelity Securedrive Lions and Vodacom Bulls made strong statements of their intent in a round of mixed fortunes for the South African teams in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship as they achieved significant victories, while the DHL Stormers and Hollywoodbets Sharks stumbled in matches that could have big implications in their campaigns. The Fidelity …
Statement by Mzamo Billy MP – DA NCOP Member on Security & Justice: Police committed to the introduction of body-worn cameras by April 2025, yet a year later this deadline has passed without implementation or explanation by Acting Minister Prof. Firoz Cachalia. The Democratic Alliance (DA) condemns the failure to implement police body-worn cameras as …
In the middle of town, statues stand with quiet authority, and gardens offer shade from the relentless sun. The Jardin de l’État provides a leafy pause, while the promenade at Le Barachois looks out across a glittering expanse of sea that seems almost too blue to be real. Tourists drift in clusters–Europeans escaping winter, a smattering of South Africans, …
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President Cyril Ramaphosa address to the Global Progressive Mobilisation Plenary during working visit to Spain Your Excellency President Pedro Sánchez, Leaders from across the world and across society, Distinguished Guests, Friends, We gather here in Barcelona when the world is in crisis. This is a time of aggression, war, conflict and destruction. The laws and …
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Comic Con Cape Town is almost here, and Solarpop is making sure visitors feel the fun from the moment they arrive. At this year’s Comic Con Cape Town, which runs from 30 April to 3 May 2026, Solarpop is creating an immersive, high-energy space designed to pull fans straight into a world of play. Pokémon …
he National Consumer Commission (NCC) welcomes the amendment of Regulation 4 of Section 11 (3) of the Consumer Protection Act No. 68 of 2008 (CPA), as gazetted by the Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Mr Parks Tau, on 15 April 2026. The amended Regulations establish the Opt Out Registry system while providing mechanisms for …
The May 2026 Outlook Data from the first full week of April shows that while under-recoveries have “improved” from their early-month peaks (which were projecting a R17/L diesel hike), the numbers remain catastrophic. Fuel type Current April price (inland) Est. May increase* Potential May price Petrol 95 R23.36 +R3.63 to +R6.63 R26.99 – R29.99 Petrol …
Police arrested a 50-year-old senior municipal official at his home in Gauteng on Saturday as part of an ongoing corruption probe linked to the Ekurhuleni Metro police department (EMPD). “The SAPS’ Madlanga task team arrested a 50-year-old senior municipal official for fraud, corruption and defeating and/or obstructing the ends of justice,” police spokesperson Brig Athlenda …
Hannah Pearse was the final addition to the Commonwealth Games qualifying list on the last day of the Bombela Concession Company SA Swimming Championships in Gqeberha on Saturday. The 23-year-old couldn’t hold back her tears after sailing to victory in the 200m backstroke in a time of 2 minutes 10.92 seconds to take a step …
Serious questions are mounting over the City of Cape Town’s use of borrowed funds, as residents across multiple communities continue to live without basic services despite repeated claims of large-scale infrastructure investment.
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Luke Fraser ·19 Apr 2026 South Africa is considering a 20% national tax on gross gambling revenue (GGR) amid significant growth in online betting, with public responses incredibly varied. The new 20% levy, which targets online, interactive, and sports betting, aims to generate over R10 billion annually for the state while also addressing the social …