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The changing world of boilers means companies wishing to improve their thermal energy efficiencies – while containing costs and environmental impacts – must make careful and informed decisions, advises Dennis Williams, Commercial Director of expert steam and boiler operations and maintenance service provider, Associated Energy Services (AES). Mainly, South African industry relies on two types …
JOHANNESBURG: Cricket South Africa (CSA) has today announced the 15-player South African Under-19 (SA U19) squad set to tour Namibia...
Johannesburg, 07 April 2025 – The heartbreaking story of a brutal attack on a vulnerable child from Lusaka, Zambia, has moved local radio station HOT 102.7FM to intervene with vital financial support totalling nearly R100,000 in partnership with its charitable arm, Hot Cares, for her transportation and medical treatment in South Africa. Five-year-old “T” – …
KZN mass murderer sentenced to life imprisonment
A KwaZulu-Natal mass murderer has been sentenced to seven life terms and 70 years imprisonment for the murders, attempted murders and housebreaking he committed in August 2023.
According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), Siphamandla Dlomo – together with others – orchestrated the killing of nine people following a fallout with one of the complainants in the case.
“Shortly after the fallout, Dlomo planned with others to eradicate the family of the complainant. On 11 August 2023, Dlomo and others armed themselves with firearms and proceeded to the complainant’s homestead at Umlazi Q Section, in search of the complainant. They could not find the complainant as the complainant had fled his home, upon hearing that Dlomo was looking for him.
“Dlomo and the assailants then shot and killed the complainant’s neighbour, as well as other people who were in [the complainant's], before setting the house alight. Dlomo then managed to find the complainant and while a scuffle ensued between them, the complainant managed to escape.
“Dlomo and the others then proceeded to search for others and fatally shot them. The following night, Dlomo returned to Umlazi Q Section and fatally shot two people who were friends of the complainant,” the NPA said in a statement.
Dlomo subsequently handed himself over to police.
He was convicted and sentenced to:
“The NPA welcomes the successful finalisation of this matter. Together with our partners in the crime prevention cluster, we will continue to fight for justice on behalf of the victims of crime,” the prosecutorial body said. – SAnews.gov.za
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Mon, 04/07/2025 - 09:48
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A local environmentalist is also being sued
Pretoria, South Africa – 07 April 2025: Jaguar Classic is now offering a range of new, high-quality parts for the world-famous E-type, allowing owners to maintain and repair their vehicles with brand new, original-specification parts for maximum compatibility, and durability. Joining the already extensive range of genuine Classic parts, the expanded selection now includes a …
The Vodacom Bulls emerged as the last remaining South African team in the EPCR Challenge Cup after booking their place in the quarter-final against Edinburgh following their Round of 16 victory against Bayonne in France, but the two other SA sides in the competition – the defending champions, Hollywoodbets Sharks, and the Emirates Lions – …
Entries for South Africa’s largest Women’s Month celebration, the Totalsports Women’s Race, open on Wednesday, 9 April 2025. Established in 2001, this iconic race continues to empower women through running, uniting thousands in a shared celebration of strength, resilience, and camaraderie. The 2025 edition will feature three unforgettable races in three major cities, over three …
6 March 2025 – The South African U17 men’s national team has qualified for the FIFA U17 World Cup to be held in Qatar from 3–27 November 2025. Coach Vela Khumalo’s side achieved the feat after they finished as runners-up to Group B winners Burkina Faso at the CAF U17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) […]
The post It is mission accomplished – coach Khumalo after SA’s FIFA World Cup qualification first appeared on SAFA.net.
6 April 2025 – Tuesday’s second international friendly match between Banyana Banyana and Malawi has been moved to Lucas Moripe Stadium in Atteridgeville. The two sides played the first of their two-match series at UJ Soweto Campus on Saturday afternoon and the venue was supposed to host the second meeting between the two sides on […]
The post Lucas Moripe Stadium to host Tuesday’s Banyana, Malawi international friendly first appeared on SAFA.net.
Organizing an event can be a rewarding process when each step is planned in a clear and straightforward way. A successful event begins with a clear purpose and a plan that covers every task from the early ideas to the final details. Laying the Groundwork Every event starts with defining a goal. When the …
In today’s world, many companies depend on a software development company to create the systems that power their work. Businesses use these services to build programs that run smoothly and help them meet their daily needs. Often, companies combine the work of a software development company with the support of reliable technical help to keep …
Western Cape woman nabbed for drug possession
Police in Cape Town have arrested a 46-year-old woman for the possession of drugs with an estimated street value of R1 million.
Members attached to the Khayelitsha South African Police Service (SAPS) Crime Prevention Unit arrested the suspect on Friday, who was found with a large amount of mandrax.
“On Friday, the members were conducting a stop and search operation, when they received information about a premises in T-Block, Sector 6, Site B, Khayelitsha, that is allegedly used as a liquor storage facility.
“The members immediately operationalised the information and on arrival, they found a lady on the premises carrying a big green bag, and found 10 packets of mandrax tablets and four small clear packets also with mandrax tablets.
"When counted in each of the 10 packets, 1 000 units of mandrax tablets were found and inside the four small packets, 100 mandrax tablets were found, with an estimated street value of R1 million,” the police said.
The suspect is expected to appear in the Khayelitsha Magistrates Court on Monday for possession of drugs.
Western Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General (Adv) Thembisile Patekile, commended the efforts of community members, who shared valuable information that led to the recovery of the drugs. – SAnews.gov.za
Edwin
Sun, 04/06/2025 - 09:46
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Using good linen is important for both hotels and homes. High quality linen helps make guests and residents feel comfortable. Linen for Hotels Many hotels work with trusted partners to provide the best bedding. Some hotels choose to work with hotel bedding suppliers that offer a wide range of products to match any room style. …
Fifth sluice gate opened at Vaal Dam
A fifth sluice gate has been opened this morning at the Vaal Dam to manage water levels, which have increased overnight as a result of the ongoing rainfall in the Vaal River catchment.
This is in about 24 hours after the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) had opened the fourth sluice gate at the Vaal Dam.
Water storage levels at the dam stood at 107.82% on Saturday but as of this morning, the levels have risen to 109.39%. The outflows at the dam will move from 550 cubic metres per second (mᵌ/s) to just under 700 mᵌ/s. The inflows into the dam are currently 1 000 m3/s.
Bloemhof Dam storage levels have also risen from yesterday’s 103.23% to 106.91% this morning, and water releases will be staggered incrementally from the current 1 000 mᵌ/s to 1 100 m³/s at 10am; 1 200 m³/s at 12h00; 1 300 m³/s at 14h00, and the last increase at 16h00 to 1 400 m3/s.
The increased outflows from Vaal Dam are expected to reach the barrage in about six hours and Bloemhof Dam in three to four days, and will result in water levels rising in both the dam and the river, overtopping of the riverbanks.
Due to increased water releases by the five sluice gates, there might be a possible overflowing at the riverbanks downstream and this will affect infrastructure built in lower lying areas.
At Grootdraai Dam located in Mpumalanga in the Upper Vaal River Catchment, upstream of Vaal Dam, one sluice gate remains opened at 2.5 metres to enable the water releases. The dam is currently sitting at 102.41%.
The department is implementing these necessary controlled water releases at the dams as part of dam safety precautions to safeguard infrastructure and ensure that there is full storage capacity after the rainfall season.
The department, through various platforms, continuously shares hydrology reports and updates on a regular basis with recommendations in order to send early warning systems and activate evacuation plans in case of flooding. – SAnews.gov.za
Edwin
Sun, 04/06/2025 - 11:22
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Home improvement can be a smart way to make living spaces feel new and useful. Changing some basic elements can give an old room a fresh look. This article shows ideas for small changes that can have a big effect. Real-life examples help show how small updates make a difference. Upgrading the Entrance The entrance …
Mashatile to address Ahmed Kathrada Legacy Business Breakfast
Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile will on Monday deliver the keynote address at the inaugural Ahmed Kathrada Legacy Business Breakfast series to be held in Illovo, Gauteng.
The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation, formed in 2008, is an organisation aimed at deepening non-racialism in post-apartheid South Africa through the promotion of values, rights and principles enshrined in the Freedom Charter and the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.
Mashatile is attending the event as a champion of social cohesion and nation building activities.
The Ahmed Kathrada Legacy Business Breakfast series seeks to provide a platform for engaging high-level executives, thought leaders, industry professionals and decision-makers in meaningful discussions on business, leadership and innovation. It also honours the legacy of Ahmed Kathrada’s contributions to leadership and justice.
“The Deputy President regards this engagement as an important platform that will provide insights into the strengths and challenges facing our nation, with a view to sharing solutions that will not only strengthen social cohesion, but move the country forward for the benefit of all citizens,” the Presidency said in a statement. – SAnews.gov.za
Edwin
Sun, 04/06/2025 - 12:59
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This article provides a simple look at different aspects of the property market. It explains how numbers and reports help in making clear choices. The writing is plain and direct so that anyone can follow the ideas. In this article, topics like property values, reports, and trends are discussed in a way that is easy …
Fiji men and New Zealand women claimed the HSBC SVNS Singapore titles on Sunday at the sixth and final regular season round of HSBC SVNS 2025, which saw New Zealand women and Argentina men retain their titles as SVNS League Winners following results on Saturday at Singapore National Stadium. Double Olympic champions Fiji had to …
Police summit to elevate crime fighting efforts
President Cyril Ramaphosa will address the opening of the Police Summit on Tuesday in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng.
The inaugural Police Summit takes place under the theme: “Efficiency in Action: Optimising South Africa's Policing Potential", aligning with Chapter 12 of the National Development Plan (NDP) on Building Safer Communities.
“The summit will address the high levels of crime in South Africa by reflecting on current policing approaches and developing more effective methods for the South African Police Service (SAPS),” the Presidency said in a statement.
To achieve the 2030 NDP objective, the three-day summit will focus on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of SAPS in combating crime.
“It will cover four broad themes with related breakaway discussions, focusing on proven policing strategies that have reduced crime and enhanced community safety, adaptation to dynamic changes in modern policing, the transformative role of technology in modern policing, investigation and intelligence, and building a skilled and professional workforce.
“The Police Summit will have in attendance experts and practitioners, who will have the opportunity to share critical views, ideas, and build networks for advancing social justice. It will facilitate engagement with various stakeholders, learning from good practices, and participating in discussions on innovative solutions and best practices,” the Presidency said. – SAnews.gov.za
Edwin
Sun, 04/06/2025 - 11:52
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Tanzania’s unbeaten week at the Africa Qualifier saw them become the twelfth team to confirm their place at the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 in Zimbabwe and Namibia, sealing their first ever appearance at the celebrated event thanks to a commanding 98-run win over Sierra Leone on Saturday. Having begun their journey with …
As the world celebrates the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace on Sunday 6 April, the International Cricket Council (ICC) casts light on some of the remarkable programmes that highlight the power of the sport globally to overcome barriers and cultivate positive social change. On the theme of ‘Levelling the Playing Field: Sport …
After 17 hours, the Springbok Women finally settled at their base in Marcoussis, and the travel discomforts and fatigue were soon forgotten and turned into hugs and laughs when France-based Senazo Mcatshulwa joined up with her teammates at the National Rugby Centre outside Paris. Mcatshulwa plays for Stade Villeneuvois Lille Métropole, 250 kilometers to the …
South Africa will end the league phase of the HSBC SVNS season in fourth place after a strong finish in Singapore on Sunday, where they won both their games but were unfortunately still placed ninth, and Springbok Sevens team head coach Philip Snyman bemoaned the lack of consistency. Argentina won the league despite defeat against …
