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Most people don’t think about chemical or liquid spills until one actually happens. And when it does, things can go sideways fast. A container tips over, a pipe starts leaking, or someone knocks a drum off a shelf. If no one knows what to do or where the cleanup equipment is, a small mess turns …
Walk through any workshop, warehouse, or factory floor and there is a good chance something is leaking somewhere. A hydraulic line dripping oil. A drum with a slow seep around the bung. A machine that leaves a puddle after every shift. These small leaks do not look like a big deal at first, but they …
Getting a chemical splash in the eyes is one of those things that happens in seconds but can cause damage that lasts a lifetime. A worker pours a solvent and it splashes back. Someone opens a battery and acid flicks upward. A pressurised line bursts and sends coolant into somebody’s face. These are not rare …
South Africans are spending more money through their phones and laptops than ever before. Online shopping in South Africa has grown rapidly over the past few years, and the range of products available to buy from home keeps getting wider. From electronics and entertainment gadgets to things for the kids and backup power for loadshedding, …
Electric vehicles are showing up on South African roads more and more. Between the rising cost of fuel and a growing number of models becoming available locally, plenty of drivers are starting to make the switch. But one of the first questions that comes up after buying an electric car is: how do you charge …
South Africa’s fastest-growing pet retailer has flipped the script – and the camera – creating the world’s first television commercial filmed entirely by pets. Petshop Science handed creative control to the only audience that truly matters: the pets themselves. No humans behind the cameras. Just pure, unfiltered curiosity and instinct, with every frame captured by …
For months, the Denis Hurley Centre has been alerting officials to complaints about the security company
FOUR PAWS mobilises communities to report big cat exploitation Cape Town, 23 February 2026 – On World Wildlife Day, observed on 03 March, global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS is rallying communities across the country to take an active role in protecting big cats from exploitation. Whether it’s unethical breeding, trading or harmful tourist interactions, …
HumanCoop operates in northern Mauritania, employing a team of healthcare professionals and technical experts who deliver both primary and specialized medical care through missions in the region. Their efforts benefit more than 2,500 people. According to UNHCR, over 350,000 individuals in North Africa and the Middle East lack identity or nationality. This lack of identification …
Programme Directors, Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile,The family and members of the N’wamitwa Royal House,Your Majesties,Chairperson of the Valoyi Royal Council, Mr Ben Shipalana,Premier of Limpopo, Dr Phophi Ramathuba,Executive Mayor of the Mopani District Municipality, Cllr Pule Shayi,Moderator of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Rt. Rev. Advocate SPH Nyambi,South African Police Service Chaplain, Lt. Col (Rev) RM …
The Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon has reinforced its strong commitment to runner safety with the appointment of Mediclinic and ER24 as its official medical service providers for 2026. By appointing two of South Africa’s most respected healthcare and emergency response organisations, the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon will further strengthen its on-route and finish-line medical operations, …
There is still time (but only just) to ensure that there continues to be deposits of fresh data and knowledge for AI to mine and harvest. The world is fast running out of fresh information, with fewer and fewer journalists and other qualified researchers to go out into the field to mine it. Information (call …
Residents of the Berea Gardens are sleeping more comfortably on new mattresses after a workout on an exercise bicycle or rowing machine and watching some television thanks to the golfers who participated in the annual Algoa FM Charity Golf Day. Founded in 1974, Berea Gardens provides a home for SASSA pensioners who survive on R2 …
As South African households continue to navigate rising living costs, the 2026 budget speech will be closely watched for signs of tax relief. For many South Africans, the budget speech is not just about numbers – they are hoping that the finance minister recognises the cumulative pressure households have faced in recent years. Despite the …
The Western Cape Department of Infrastructure (DOI) today marked three important milestones in Bitou: the launch of a new Rental Housing Tribunal Information Office, the continued handover of homes at the Ebenhaezer Housing Project, and the hosting of a Services and Opportunities Fair to connect residents with government support programmes. The new Information Office forms …
This morning, Western Cape Mobility Minister Isaac Sileku, accompanied by senior officials from the Department and George Local Municipality, visited the George Integrated Transport Hub to see how innovative technology is transforming the town’s public transport system. The visit, part of the Department’s pre-State of the Province Address (SOPA) programme, highlighted a series of digital …
Across the parched borderlands of northern Kenya and southern Ethiopia, the stakes of a seasonal forecast are measured in sacks […]
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Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is highlighting the challenges of managing diabetes and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) as co-existing long-term conditions. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that COPD is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide, and diabetes affects over 830 million adults. Studies show that people with diabetes …
The roar returns to the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit from 28–30 August 2026 as the 9th edition of the Festival of Motoring (FoM), powered by WesBank, prepares to set the definitive benchmark for the South African automotive experience. This year’s event anchors itself in a powerful new theme: “Driven by Purpose, Defined by Legacy.” In …
Geely Auto opened 2026 with strong momentum, reporting January sales of 270,167 passenger vehicles, up 1% year-on-year and 14% month-on-month. New energy vehicle (NEV) deliveries reached 124,252 units, marking a 3% year-on-year increase. Sales outside mainland China totaled 60,506 units, surging 121% year-on-year and 50% month-on-month. Of these, NEV sales accounted for 32,117 units, up …
The following players have been released to their clubs and are available for selection in the Round 12 BKT United Rugby Championship matches this weekend: Liam Belcher (Cardiff Rugby) Mason Grady (Cardiff Rugby) Ben Thomas (Cardiff Rugby) Harri Deaves (Ospreys) Reuben Morgan-Williams (Ospreys) Gareth Thomas (Ospreys) Owen Watkin (Ospreys) Josh Macleod (Scarlets) Tom Rogers (Scarlets) …
Statement by Adrian Roos MP – DA Spokesperson on Home Affairs: The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes that the clean-up of Home Affairs under Minister Leon Schreiber was enhanced today by the Special Investigating Unit’s (SIU) exposing a grand scheme of permit and visa corruption going back over 20 years. We welcome that 275 criminal referrals …
Statement by Chris Hunsinger MP – DA Spokesperson on Transport: The Democratic Alliance (DA) will submit additional evidence to the Public Protector as part of the ongoing investigation into the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA), following new revelations about alleged corruption and procurement abuse linked to the R7.5 billion General Overhaul (GO) train …
Scotland supporters will have a unique opportunity to support Scotland Men at Scottish Gas Murrayfield this year when they face the Fiji Water Flying Fijians on Saturday 18 July as part of the Southern Hemisphere series of the new Nations Championship. The game is designated as a home fixture for Fiji, who will play a …