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Naamsa is rolling out a nationwide electric vehicle network but South Africa’s road to electric vehicle adoption is still filled with red lights.  Electric car sales topped 17 million worldwide in 2024, rising by more than 25% according to the International Energy Agency, but South Africa remains a slow starter in terms of this global …

Defending African champions Banyana Banyana went on a brief strike after a couple of days after touching down in Morocco over unpaid match fees. The South African Football Association says the matter has been resolved and the players are back in training. It is unfortunate yet unsurprising that Banyana Banyana have once again butted heads …

International pressure against BEE is ramping up – Sakeliga – POLITICS | Politicsweb POLITICS International pressure against BEE is ramping up – Sakeliga Piet le Roux | 29 June 2025 Organisation says US Administration has set the exemption of US entities in South Africa from all BEE requirements

There are some glimpses of positivity that often arise from the agricultural data, which are worth highlighting. Indeed, these do not suggest that all is well with South Africa’s agriculture; we continue to struggle with animal disease challenges in cattle farming and the poultry industry. However, if one is in horticulture or field crop production, …

Staff Writer  ·29 Jun 2025 South Africa’s insurance industry is waking up to the rise of artificial intelligence being used to perpetrate scams and fraud in the country, and is equipping itself to retaliate. This includes using AI detection tools to determine whether images, documents and other submissions have been toyed with, and blacklisting or …

29 June 2025 The South African National Editors’ Forum (Sanef), in partnership with Standard Bank, the proud sponsor of the Sikuvile Journalism Awards, extends congratulations to all the winners of the 2025 Standard Bank Sikuvile Journalism Awards, which took place last night at The Venue in Melrose Arch, Johannesburg. The evening celebrated journalistic excellence and …

Widespread concern has erupted across South Africa following the alleged kidnapping and abuse of social media personality Simthande Myeza during what was initially believed to be a Bolt e-hailing ride in Durban last Wednesday. The incident has prompted renewed scrutiny of passenger safety when using e-hailing services, with growing calls on social media to boycott …

South Africa’s constitution says “everyone has the right to have access to sufficient food and water”. In reality, however, this right is not enjoyed by all. Many places experience regular water shortages or cut-offs. Some people struggle to access water for drinking, household use and commercial use (mines, factories and agriculture). In many places, tap …

CAPE TOWN – The DA has decided to stay in the Government of National Unity. According to party leader John Steenhuisen, it is doing so in the best interest of South Africa. However, the party has withdrawn from the National Dialogue, describing it as a waste of time. Steenhuisen accuses President Cyril Ramaphosa of having …

Former Adapt IT CEO Sbu Shabalala has been linked to the controversial new Lotto contract, which has been awarded to Sizekhaya. The Lotto contract is highly lucrative, with the outgoing operator, Ithuba Holdings, reporting a turnover of R7.28 billion in 2024. In May 2025, Trade, Industry, and Competition Minister Parks Tau appointed Sizekhaya Holdings as …

Deputy ministers don’t add value but that doesn’t mean they can’t. Deputy ministers have never really made any sense, especially with a cabinet as bloated as ours. Name the best thing a deputy minister has done for South Africa. I’ll make it easier. Name anything a deputy minister has done for the country. You wouldn’t …

Transformation, transparency and a focus on performance defined the Springboks’ opening week of the 2025 international season, writes MARK KEOHANE. Writing for TimesLIVE, Keohane says Saturday’s non-cap fixture against the Barbarians in Cape Town had all the intensity of a Test match — from Bok selections and preparation to the quality of the opposition. The …

South African financial institutions are currently holding more than R90 billion in unclaimed benefits that rightfully belong to members of the public, according to a report in the Sunday Times. This staggering amount includes R4.5 billion in unclaimed dividends alone, according to a recent report. Banks, retirement fund administrators, insurance companies and the Johannesburg Stock …

It’s the middle of winter in South Africa, and there are several easy mistakes that motorists make that can damage their car or put them in a risky situation. Parts of the country are currently experiencing high levels of rainfall and flooding, while other areas are facing temperatures that can dip below 0 degrees Celsius …

AfriForum and the Paramount Monarch of the Bakgatla Ba Kgafela in Mochudi, Botswana and Moruleng in South Africa, Kgosikgolo Kgafela Kgafela II, have signed a historic recognition and cooperation treaty. This would see them collaborating on the strengthening of cultural autonomy, community self-sufficiency, agricultural development and the preservation and strengthening of cultural identity. Despite some …

When 18-year-old Mo Madiba posted a TikTok asking Tyla to be his matric dance date, no one, not even him, could’ve predicted what would happen next. Johannesburg, South Africa (28 June 2025) – A Johannesburg matriculant, Mollwane “Mo” Madiba, had the audacity to dream big… and the heart to put it out into the world. …

Get ready for giggles, mischief and magical blue moments as popular animated characters, the Smurfs, embark on a spectacular tour around South Africa to celebrate the upcoming release of the new “Smurfs” movie. Recently, Smurfette and her adorable new “No Name” friend touched down in Cape Town, and their adventures have already captured the hearts of …

Teenager Lhuan-dre Pretorius hit a dazzling 153 on debut and transformed South Africa’s fortunes on the first day of the first Test against Zimbabwe at Queens Sports Club on Saturday. South Africa scored 418 for nine, a total which seemed unlikely when Pretorius arrived at the crease with his team in trouble at 23 for three. Fast bowling all-rounder Corbin …

The DA is holding a media briefing on the future of the government of national unity (GNU). As tensions and uncertainty grow around the GNU’s stability and direction, the party is expected to outline its stance, strategic priorities and possible next steps. The briefing comes at a crucial time as coalition dynamics continue to shape …

CAPE TOWN – Debutant flanker Vincent Tshituka scored two tries as world champions South Africa launched a 14-match season with a 54-7 victory over the Barbarians in wet and cold Cape Town on Saturday. Hooker Malcolm Marx, winger Cheslin Kolbe, prop Jan-Hendrik Wessels, winger Kurt-Lee Arendse, lock Lood de Jager and centre Damian de Allende …

The DA will oppose the budget votes of ‘corruption accused ANC ministers’ – including Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane and Higher Education Minister Nobuhle Nkabane. The DA is not leaving the Government of National Unity (GNU), but it will not participate in the looming National Dialogue, following the axing of its Deputy Minister of Trade …

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CHIAWELO – It wasn’t just younger people who came out in droves desperate to gain employment.  Many others over the age of 35 took advantage of the opportunity to submit their CVs to recruitment agencies. WATCH | Training programme aims to tackle youth unemployment Many over the age of 35 joined a youth employment recruitment process …

Ngcombolo said four men were killed in a similar attack earlier in 2025 in Europe informal settlement.  “I’m deeply worried — crime and extortion are out of control in this ward. The community is traumatised. Some residents want to profile everyone living in the area so they know who’s among them,” he said.  Provincial police …