- Will South Sudan finally be able to clinch lasting peace in 100 days? November 13, 2019South Sudan's president and its armed opposition leader have missed another 100-day deadline to form a power-sharing government.
- “Trump believes in Ramaphosa” – Six quotes from our new US Ambassador November 13, 2019South Africa's new US Ambassador has officially started work this week. Lana Marks revealed Trump likes a few things about Mzansi, including our president.
- Day Three: Africa Investment Forum scores $40.1 billion in funding November 13, 2019After three days of an exciting Africa Investment Forum in Johannesburg, it concluded having scored $40.1 billion in funding.
- Jesse Hess: Suspect, also alleged cousin, arrested in Struisbaai after rape November 13, 2019The main suspect and alleged cousin of Jesse Hess has been arrested in Struisbaai after raping a 16-year-old girl in Hanover Park.
Lifestyle South Africa
- Delegates of the International Conference on Population and Development flock to Nairobi November 13, 2019Kenya is hosting a United Nations-coordinated International Conference on Population and Development in Nairobi this week.
- Watch: Latest Skeem Saam episode for Wednesday, 13 November 2019 November 13, 2019Couldn't you catch the latest episode of Skeem Saam? Don't worry, we've got you covered.
- Watch: 7de Laan, latest episode – Wednesday, 13 November 2019 November 13, 2019Missed the latest episode? You can watch it right here!
- Boomtown – one of the best UK festivals of the summer November 13, 2019Boomtown has grown to be one of the biggest festivals on the UK calendar.
Five destinations perfect for solo South African female travellers
Solo female travel has grown in leaps and bounds, with many dedicated female travellers venturing abroad by themselves. We explore five destinations that are perfect for solo female travellers all across the world. From rand-friendly Portugal and sunny Spain to an Italian adventure, here’s where you should be travelling in 2020. Plus, top tips for solo female travellers! Portugal Portugal is possibly the trendiest country to visit this year and a favourite for 2020. With a mild and moderate climate, stunning beaches and a wealth of cultural and historical attractions, it’s a year-round destination. For South African travellers, in particular,…
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Steyn was good, but not as great as Walsh and Ambrose
Dale Steyn’s recent retirement from Test cricket, which was followed by Hashim Amla’s decision to end participation of all forms of international competition, certainly ended an era for the Proteas.
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Top five reasons to get a Master’s Degree in Barcelona
Some of the best business schools are based in Spain, especially in the metropolitan city of Barcelona.
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Addo, Kirkwood farm attack hot spots
The Addo and Kirkwood communities in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa are particularly vulnerable to farm attacks and these communities should sharpen their safety and readiness immediately.
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Drag her arrogant ass before court for SABC shenanigans
It’s time for this former minister to get her day in court after acting like a bloody arrogant momparra and then lying through her teeth about it in parliament.
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Tourism dictionary/encyclopedia for SA published
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The top tools forex traders should use constantly
Forex trading proves to be challenging many times and although we are unable to prevent unwanted situations, technology had fostered the creation of some interesting tool that can ease our work. If you are that detail-oriented person who wants to strive for perfectionism, then this may be an article suitable for you, as we’ll talk about some of the most important forex tools that any trader should use. Economic news calendar Tipically offered by financial news websites and forex brokers, an economic news calendar is one of the most important tools in forex trading, given that it will keep you…
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Top 5 reasons to get a Master’s Degree in Barcelona
Some of the best business schools are based in Spain, especially in the metropolitan city of Barcelona. Many people argue about the possible benefits of doing masters in Barcelona in English since many public and private institutions there offer their graduate courses in Spanish or Catalan. However, being an international business hub that it is, Barcelona offers a wide range of master’s degrees in English for international students. There is no doubt about the fact that English is the lingua franca for the whole world. No one can deny the significance of English in communication, business, technology, research, and education…
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Unemployment rate ‘alarming’ and not even accurate
The ongoing, seemingly never-ending increase in the unemployment rate is discouraging but not even accurate, says trade union Solidarity wo claims Statistics South Africa (SSA) continues to excludes discouraged job seekers from their official unemployment measurements.
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What to do in the Netherlands
From stunning tulip fields to the intricate network of canals in Amsterdam, the Netherlands has something that will appeal to everyone.
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Could you name 5 of them? If not, no problem! We’ve prepared a bunch of interesting facts about 5 horse races that we consider to be the most prestigious in the world. Let’s dive in.
Read moreFive ways to spend your tax refund
Tax season is coming to an end on 31 October. If you’re lucky enough to receive a sum of money from SARS, you may be wondering how to spend the extra cash.
Read moreSee Canada come alive in autumn
For nature lovers and adventure seekers wanting to squeeze in a 2019 international holiday, or book a 2020 trip, Canada in autumn is ideal. Not only will you benefit from the perks of off-season travel, but October to December is also one of the best times to visit Canada. Here’s why: It’s off-season Sustainable tourism is the buzzword of 2020 and beyond, and travelling off-peak is a conscious choice you can make to visit responsibly. Not only will you get the benefit of fewer crowds and, often, discounted rates and cheaper flights, but you’ll get a more authentic glimpse of…
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Five ways to stay sane while moving house
Don’t lose your mind as you leave the country.
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Calling in the army ‘no permanent’ solution for Cape gang wars
The deployment of the defence force in the Western Cape’s gang-stricken areas has been welcomed but civil rights organisation AfriForum warns that more permanent solutions for the ongoing crisis needs to be found.
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Tourists from 7 more countries can now visit SA visa free
South Africa has scrapped visa requirements for various countries.
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Prioritisation of farm attacks welcomed
The acknowledgement of farm attacks and murders as priority crimes by Job Mokgoro, premier of the Northwest, and David Makhura, premier of Gauteng, has been welcomed by civil rights organisation AfriForum.
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Denel culprits to face the music
Trade union Solidarity is serious about getting those responsible for, or who were party to the financial predicament at state owned weapons manufacturer Denel, to pay for their actions.
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‘Workable outcomes’ must be found for e-tolls impasse
The South African government wants to find a binding solution to the impasse around electronic tolling (e-tolls) on Gauteng freeways.
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R4.5 billion ‘leap into future’ for Solidarity
An alternative -and futuristic – education system for South Africa with a budget of R4,5 billion is being implemented by trade union Solidarity.
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SABC ‘safe’ for now
The South Africa Broadcorping Castration (SABC) do not anticipate ‘day zer’ – the day your TV dies – too soon.
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Dutch motion against land grab welcomed
A motion by the parliament of the Netherlands in which the Dutch government is asked to take a stand against the South African government’s intended process of expropriation without compensation has been welcomed by AfriForum.
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Admin & discipline eats into teaching time in SA
South African teachers are being worked to the bone and a lot of the time they are not even in the classroom.
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Denel down a creek despite ‘credit’
South African state-owned aerospace and military technology conglomerate remains way down a creek without a paddle even if it received and anonymous credit provider just be be able to pay salaries.
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Demise of local municipalities SA’s ‘biggest threat’
Governance in local Government has continued to decline to levels never experienced in the history of democratic South Africa.
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DA intensifies legal attack on ‘Dodging Dlamini’
The top brass at the Democratic Alliance (DA) want former Minister of Social Development, Bathabile Dlamini, to face the music on perjury changes – and they are not going to give up just because the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) are dragging their feet.
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Where in SA do you have the best chance to get murdered?
A recent spike in murders has seen Cape Town climb a global ranking of the world’s most violent cities.
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Screw (white) expertise, implies Ramaphosa as he flies in Italians to ‘save’ Eskom
With 480 skilled and experienced South African professionals who are keen and ready to help Eskom out of the shit, president Cyril Ramaphosa opted to appoint Italian engineers to try and get to grips with the state-owned electricity supplier’s problems.
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