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Government and business have committed to placing inclusive growth, job creation and confidence at the centre of Phase Three of the Government-Business Partnership. President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday met with Ministers and senior business leaders to formally commence the next phase of the Partnership’s 2026 programme of work, with economic growth identified as the central …
Staff Writer ·28 Jan 2026 South Africa recorded over 1,500 business liquidations in 2025, most of which were voluntary. Stats SA published the latest liquidation statistics for December 2025, revealing that the country recorded another 100 business closures for the month, up 11.1% from December 2024. While the number of liquidations in December where higher …
Benin’s smallholder dairy farmers need development finance to plant shady trees on the land where their cattle graze, to improve cattle health.
It is unclear who owns the land where the accident occurred. Police have called for assistance.
The Eastrand Kota Festival kicks off the 2026 Kota Festival Tour on 28 March at Willmore Stadium in Benoni, bringing together the best Kota vendors, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun. Tickets start from R80 for kids, R150 for adults, with student tickets from R100, available at Computicket outlets nationwide and online. The festival will feature …
With millions of Kenyans already trading, saving and earning through crypto, the question is no longer whether adoption will continue, […]
Wednesday, 28 January 2026: Eskom, the Government of the Netherlands and the Mpumalanga provincial government officially launched the Grootvlei Climate Smart Horticulture Centre at the Grootvlei Power Station yesterday, marking a practical milestone in linking South Africa’s Just Energy Transition to new local economic opportunities in climate-smart food production and skills development. The partnership will...
Parents demand removal of Eastern Cape school principal
The GOOD Party welcomes the City of Johannesburg’s decision to make Council and Section 79 Committee documents publicly accessible via the City’s official website.
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Operatique: A Fashioned Tribute is a visionary cultural event that pays homage to the pioneering female opera singers who paved the way for emerging talent in South Africa. This production reimagines classical and opera music through the lens of fashion, storytelling, and empowerment, reviving its relevance and allure for contemporary audiences. The event will blend …
The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education and Training has raised serious concerns about the University of Limpopo's continued high spending on legal fees, most of which involve cases against students and staff members.
The committee questioned how excessive legal expenditure over a five-year period was not identified earlier through the university's internal audit systems. Committee members expressed concern that this points to weaknesses in the institution's internal financial controls. The committee also questioned the quality of briefings provided to the university's legal representatives, particularly in cases where the university repeatedly lost in court, resulting in unnecessary legal costs.
The portfolio committee Chairperson, Mr Tebogo Letsie, said these funds could have been directed towards supporting students and academic programmes, rather than draining much-needed institutional resources.
Furthermore, the committee expressed strong concern that the University Council has repeatedly failed to exercise proper oversight over the escalating legal fees incurred during its tenure. The committee noted that this lack of accountability has placed an undue financial burden on the institution and undermined good governance.
The committee is currently conducting oversight visits to assess post-school education and training institutions across Limpopo Province.
Mr Letsie described the situation as unacceptable and said it required urgent intervention. “While we are encouraged by the overall state of readiness and the positive developments in leadership at the University of Limpopo, the level of spending on litigation is deeply concerning. We cannot justify a situation where R60 million is spent on legal matters over a period of five years without internal controls raising red flags,” he said.
Following a walkabout of the university's facilities, the committee noted with satisfaction that there were no visible major challenges relating to infrastructure or student accommodation. The committee said from a student accommodation perspective, the institution appeared ready for the 2026 academic year.
The Chairperson also welcomed the appointment of Dr Jeffrey Mabelebele as Vice-Chancellor, describing it as a positive and necessary step towards restoring leadership stability, strengthening governance and improving institutional performance.
Lastly, the committee called on the Department of Higher Education and Training to provide an update on the interventions being implemented to address the underlying causes of recurring litigation at the University of Limpopo.
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Miladys Launches First Store of the Future, Signaling a Strategic Shift in Experiential Retail South African womenswear brand Miladys has unveiled its first-ever Store of the Future at Canal Walk, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s retail and business strategy. The opening represents a clear shift toward modern, experience-led retail, designed to better serve …
Betway SA20 League Commissioner Graeme Smith has expressed his resounding satisfaction with Season 4 of the competition, which was highlighted by record crowds, spectacular cricket performances and a festive excitement around the country which lasted until the final run at a sold-out at Newlands on Sunday. The fourth edition concluded in gripping fashion …
A 20-dealer national footprint and immersive showroom concept will support iCAUR’s phased entry into the South African market. Expressive new energy vehicle (NEV) brand iCAUR has announced key details of its dealership rollout strategy ahead of its official entry into the South African market. The brand will launch with an initial network of 20 dealerships, …
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has charged United States of America (USA) player Aaron Jones with five breaches of the anti-corruption codes of Cricket West Indies (CWI) and the ICC. The charges relate predominantly to the Bim10 tournament in 2023-24, which falls under the jurisdiction of the CWI Anti-Corruption Code, with two other charges relating …
Captain Oliver Peake led from the front with a century as Australia beat the West Indies by 22 runs to book their spot in the semi-finals of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026. Peake’s 109 helped set the Windies 315 to win and they fell just short in a thrilling contest despite half-centuries …
Dan Thomas is one busy man both on and off the field. When it comes to his rugby, the figures speak for themselves. The Cardiff flanker has won the fourth most turnovers (ten) and made the seventh most tackles (109) in the Vodacom URC this season. As such, he will be a key man in …
Bangladesh and the Netherlands have booked two of the four available spots at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 as the Super Six stage of the Qualifier got underway. The Netherlands will play in their first ever T20 World Cup after quick scoring saw them to victory over the USA by DLS method Bangladesh …
Statement by Adrian Roos MP – DA Spokesperson on Home Affairs: The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the delivery of over four million Smart ID Cards in 2025 — the highest number ever achieved. This milestone reflects the DA’s impact within the Government of National Unity (GNU), where the Department of Home Affairs, under DA Minister …
Statement by Stephen Moore MP – DA Spokesperson on Water and Sanitation: The DA is seriously concerned that a single electricity trip in Rand Water’s Zuikerbosch Treatment Plant can destabilise the provision of water across Gauteng, threatening more than 10 million residents. While Gauteng municipalities have failed in maintaining their own water infrastructure, the fault …
Statement by Toby Chance MP – DA Spokesperson on Trade, Industry and Competition: The Democratic Alliance (DA) has called for a debate of national importance in Parliament to urgently address the crisis facing South Africa’s film and television industry. The DA supports the hundreds of industry professionals marching to Parliament today to protest the non-payment …
It remains a massive privilege and something very special to represent South Africa on the HSBC SVNS series, and this weekend in Singapore will be no different for Blitzbok captain Siviwe Soyizwapi. Although he could become the record holder for most tries ever in the National Stadium in his ninth appearance at the venue, Soyizwapi …
Head Coach Fergus Pringle has announced his initial Scotland Men U20 squad for the 2026 U20 Six Nations. The 31-player squad will be captained by Edinburgh pro-academy back Ross Wolfenden, with Glasgow Warriors hooker Joe Roberts named as vice-captain. In the forwards, props Jamie Stewart, Oliver McKenna and Will Pearce, hookers Roberts and Jack Utterson …
The Automobile Association (AA) has expressed concern following the latest #SaferCarsForAfrica campaign crash test results from Global NCAP, which reveal that the Toyota Corolla Cross has received a two-star rating for adult occupant protection, due to the absence of standard side head protection. Despite achieving three stars for child occupant protection, the results clearly demonstrate …