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MyBroadband tested whether disappearing data is still a problem on South Africa’s mobile networks and found that it does not appear to be an issue anymore. A small amount of data was deducted from a Cell C SIM on the last day of our recent test. Although not ideal, the amount of data lost was …
Malcolm Libera ·8 Dec 2025 Deputy Minister of Employment and Labour Jomo Sibiya says South Africa needs to take a far more aggressive stance against companies that repeatedly break labour laws. Speaking during an inspection blitz in Gauteng this week, he said the department will compile a ‘hit list’ of serial offenders to ensure they …
Malcolm Libera ·8 Dec 2025 Private rail operator Traxtion will invest R3.4 billion in new rolling stock, the largest private rail investment in South Africa. The program includes 46 diesel-electric locomotives from KiwiRail, New Zealand. Traxtion CEO James Holley said the company’s investment in locomotives is a signal of confidence in South Africa’s rail reforms …
In the Republic of South Africa, vehicle hijacking remains a significant challenge. 83% of families have fallen victim to vehicle hijacking. Many people are now afraid to drive, even during the day. Hijacking, which was once a term rarely heard outside of news reports, has become a part of everyday life. Criminals stop vehicles, threaten …
Tucked away in the heart of Paarl and framed by the dramatic Drakenstein Mountains, Olijvenkraal is a multi-faceted destination where working-farm charm meets fine living. Home to olive groves, vineyards and renowned for its authentic, experiential dining, the estate unites exceptional cuisine, handcrafted wines, adaptable event spaces and soon-to-launch luxury lodgings, creating a distinctive Cape …
Rooibos Earth’s Essence is shaking up the liquor market in South Africa by creating the world’s first naturally preserved range of wine, beer, and cider – crafted with rooibos and honeybush extracts and now available exclusively at 25 Checkers LiquorShop stores across the Western Cape. In 2010, after a long day in a Stellenbosch wine …
The Department of Home Affairs has revoked South Africa’s 90-day visa exemption for holders of ordinary Palestinian passports after an investigation found deliberate, ongoing exploitation of the rule, reports Cape {town} Etc. According to SA News the department said intelligence and security cluster findings showed intermediaries-chartered flights to move people from Gaza in ways that …
2025 wasn’t just big for local listening; it was a breakthrough year for South African artists on the global stage. Spotify’s Wrapped 2025 results are in and superstars Tyla and Black Coffee are among the most-exported South African artists, reaching audiences far beyond the country’s borders. Tyla continues to lead the way, landing seven solo …
Spanning five South African cities, the iconic Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series returns in 2026! Entries for the first two events—the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K and Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K – open on Thursday, 11 December 2025. Both 10km races bring together elite athletes, club and recreational runners to experience …
Exactly three years ago, we reported how R275-million had been spent on a taxi rank in Limpopo, which had never opened. Construction started in 2011 on the Thohoyandou taxi rank. The bill now stands at R311-million. It has still not opened. In October, Premier Phophi Ramathuba announced at a press briefing at the… The Citizen: Established in 1960, it …
The data reveals a sequence of surges that quietly impact how goods reach shelves and shoppers. South Africa’s festive season is often framed as a single, extended and frantic retail peak. In reality, the data reveals a series of surges that begin in late October and intensify through November and December. These waves appear clearly …
Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 8 December 2025 The South African Weather Service (Saws) said severe thunderstorms and heavy rain will hit several provinces on Monday. Here’s what you need to know: Weather warnings for 8 December Saws said the storms are expected …
“After many years of unsuccessfully trying to kill each other, it is starting to look more and more likely that we might actually start working together.” I am an old-school liberal. I embark from the position of tolerance, the capacity to handle complexity, and the courage to make difficult compromises. With social media gaining traction …
While it recently celebrated its 1st birthday, Afrikaans e-hailing service Wanatu is being criticised for not fixing its buggy app and charging users exorbitant fees. It has also refused to provide any details about tangible growth or future potential, after previously punting ambitious expansion plans. Wanatu launched in Pretoria and Centurion in October 2024 and …
The genomes of 28 ancient hunter-gatherers from southern Africa have revealed a population with unique genetic variants that contributed to the evolution and adaptation of Homo sapiens. The research published in the journal Nature shows that southern Africa served as a long-term ecological refuge where hunter-gatherer populations thrived and maintained continuity through changing climatic and …
Home Affairs Minister Leon Shreiber said investigations found that the arrival of charter flights carrying Palestinians was not intended to be a one-off. The Department of Home Affairs has withdrawn South Africa’s 90-day visa exemption for Palestinian passport holders. The decision comes after two charter flights transporting Palestinians landed in South Africa last month. About …
South Africa faced Uruguay with a golden opportunity to secure a place in the top twelve and immediately improve on their thirteenth place finish from two years ago. It was a tense and gripping contest that ended one all in regulation time before Uruguay edged the shootout to deny South Africa the step forward they …
The department of home affairs has withdrawn the 90-day visa exemption for Palestinian ordinary passport holders after flagging deliberate and ongoing abuse of the exemption by Israeli actors linked to “voluntary emigration” efforts for residents of the Gaza Strip. According to the department, this follows investigations and recommendations by national intelligence structures and consultations conducted …
Motorsport South Africa (MSA) mourns the passing of Mustapha Innes Murudker, who passed away on Friday, 5 December. A pioneering figure in South African motorsport, Innes made history with his 1989 Western Province Rally Championship victory, competing against leading names of the era and proving what determination and skill can achieve. A respected businessman from …
Johannesburg: 05 December 2025 – The 2025 FNB App of the Year Awards took place in Johannesburg last night, bringing together the brightest minds in South African and African tech. The event showcased innovation across the continent, with leading developers, industry experts, partners, media and sponsors celebrating the creativity and homegrown talent shaping Africa’s digital …
Malcolm Libera ·7 Dec 2025 Renowned economist Roelof Botha says that the prime lending rate should be 1.25% lower than it currently is, which would mean an extra savings of R1,388 per month from the current rate. Both said the latest Altron FinTech Household Resilience Index shows that, despite immense pressures, South Africans continue to …
The South African government has declared gender-based violence a national disaster. This demonstrates strong political will to mobilise the country’s resources to eradicate this scourge, which is exacerbated by multiple factors such as unequal power relations, cultural norms and economic inequality. For South Africans, the reality is stark: 1 in 3 women (33.3 percent) over …
World Rugby has engineered a 2027 World Cup draw that unfairly punishes the Springboks and All Blacks while gifting the north a free passage, writes MARK KEOHANE. Writing for the Sunday Times, Keohane argues that the draw “tilts the field” in favour of the northern hemisphere, placing the world’s No 1 and No 2 sides …
The Ghanaian agricultural sector continues to witness inspiring success stories, and one such remarkable achievement was recorded on December 5th, 2025, when Mr. Akwasi Donkor James emerged as the Best Poultry Farmer at a prestigious national agric event held at Naama Kwaatutaa in the Offinso Municipality. This event is significant as Akwasi Donkor James Clinches …