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Compact and crossover SUVs may be at the top of the wishlist for most South African car buyers, but sedans still hold some appeal and have a place in the market. For many years, sedans were the go-to choice for families, but that trend has since shifted, and SUVs now rule the road. While much …
Luke Fraser ·27 Feb 2026 Thousands of jobs could be cut in South Africa if major smelters do not get their wish for significantly discounted electricity prices. Trade union Solidarity said that if Eskom or the Minister of Electricity do not come forward at the eleventh hour with solutions regarding electricity tariffs, thousands of employees …
Deputy President Paul Mashatile says South Africa’s green hydrogen ambitions must anchor a new era of reindustrialisation, urging the country to “build what we use and innovate what we export”. This as he launched the R100 million Wits Strategic Hydrogen Localisation Investment Facility (Wits-SAHLI) on Friday. Speaking at the University of the Witwatersrand’s West Campus, …
Thursday, 20 February 2026 The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) calls on all South Africans to actively participate in the legislative process of the Insourcing Bill, a Private Member’s Bill introduced in Parliament by the Treasurer General of the EFF, Omphile Maotwe. The Bill is scheduled to be formally tabled before the Portfolio Committee on […]
The US aims to process 4,500 refugee applications from white South Africans per month, far above President Donald Trump’s stated refugee programme cap, and is installing trailers on embassy property in Pretoria to support the effort, a US contracting document says. The new target, contained in a previously unreported document from the US state department …
Caitlyn Hilliard-Lomas ·27 Feb 2026 The rand was steady on Thursday as investors processed the annual budget, which analysts noted highlighted the government’s commitment to restoring fiscal sustainability. The rand traded at 15.8850 against the dollar, little changed from its previous close of 15.8725. In its annual budget released on Wednesday, the government proposed introducing …
Backlogs and a shortage of properly qualified personnel have led to a crisis at the office
Insurance companies may not pay out for car accidents resulting from drivers following the instructions of homeless traffic directors. Homeless people are a common sight in South Africa’s major cities, and many have taken up unofficial roles as traffic directors at intersections in recent years. This phenomenon grew significantly during load-shedding, as many individuals took …
Staff Writer ·27 Feb 2026 The management of major diamond mining group, Ekapa Mining, has announced that the company has applied for liquidation. The application follows tragedy at the mine, where a mud rush trapped five mineworkers approximately 890 metres underground a week ago. The tragedy, coupled with a prolonged downturn in the global diamond …
Staff Writer ·27 Feb 2026 Month-end data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) shows that fuel price recoveries have sunk even further, lining motorists up for a bigger-than-expected hike next week. The latest data shows that petrol price recoveries have dropped even deeper into the red, now sitting between -18 cents per litre and -21 …
Friday, 20 February 2026 The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has today taken decisive legal action to defend the integrity of South Africa’s public institutions by approaching the High Court of South Africa, Gauteng Division, to review and set aside the unlawful and irregular appointments of multiple Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) Chief Executive […]
As the 2026 motocross season kicks off, a powerhouse partnership has emerged to champion the future of South African motocross racing. The Ride Train Race (RTR) Academy, in a long-standing partnership with Motul, has joined forces with Tork Craft and Husqvarna South Africa to officially unveil the Tork Craft Husqvarna Motocross Team. Bringing together the …
Subsidies reached almost R200-billion last year, mostly from increases in Eskom bailouts and carbon tax exemptions, while the renewables subsidy in 2024 was less than 5% of fossil fuel support
Bulk material handling facilities deal with a constant stream of product moving through belt systems, chutes, and processing stations. Picking the right magnetic separation equipment for these operations is not a one-size-fits-all exercise. The wrong choice leads to downtime, damaged machinery, and wasted money. Getting it right means understanding the material, the process, and the …
Sunday, 22 February 2026. The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) notes the release of the Third Quarter 2025/2026 Police Recorded Crime Statistics for the period October to December 2025. These statistics confirm that South Africa remains in a deep and structural crisis of violence, lawlessness, and organised criminality that continues to devastate working-class communities. […]
Playing together as a team means looking like one too. Matching uniforms create instant recognition on the field, court, or rink. They build camaraderie among players and make spectators proud to cheer for their side. Why Teams Need Proper Uniforms Recreational leagues and competitive teams both benefit from professional-looking gear. Mismatched clothing sends the wrong …
Crushers cost a fortune to repair. Screens need regular replacement even without abuse. When stray metal hits these components at full speed, repair bills multiply and production grinds to a halt. The math is simple: prevention costs far less than repair, and magnetic protection remains one of the most reliable ways to keep processing lines …
27 February 2026 – Sasol Banyana Banyana coach Dr Desiree Ellis has showered her players with praise after they defeated a stubborn Zimbabwe in the semi-finals of the COSAFA Women’s Championship at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on Friday. The South Africans won 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 stalemate at the end
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Manufacturing and processing facilities face constant battles against metal contamination. Stray bolts, broken equipment pieces, and tramp iron damage machinery and compromise product quality. Effective separation technology prevents these problems before they cause costly downtime or dangerous product recalls. How Magnetic Separation Works Magnetic separators attract and hold ferrous materials while allowing non-magnetic products to …
Mining operations deal with some of the toughest conditions any industrial equipment will ever face. Abrasive materials, extreme throughputs, and remote locations all push standard machinery past its limits. Magnetic technology built for these environments plays a critical role in protecting equipment and boosting mineral recovery rates across the entire processing chain. How Raw Minerals …
Monday, 23 February 2026 The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) notes, with concern, the damning findings released by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), which expose two decades of corruption, fraud, and maladministration inside the Department of Home Affairs. The report confirms that Home Affairs has been systematically captured by criminal syndicates operating from within the […]
The dance company formed in 2001 after the State Theatre Ballet closed and is determined to keep the city’s classical dance tradition alive
Hearing well should feel natural, not exhausting This World Hearing Day 3 March, South Africa’s largest Audiology retail network is challenging the idea that hearing is just about ‘turning up the volume’. Hearing is about clarity and how efficiently our brains process sound. When hearing starts to change, people often do not notice it as …
Soweto holds a singular place in South African history. This sprawling township southwest of Johannesburg witnessed some of the most significant moments in the struggle against apartheid. Visiting here offers more than sightseeing?—?it provides genuine insight into a community that shaped a nation and continues to tell its story every day. Planning A Visit To …