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The South African Forestry, Fisheries, and Environment Minister Dr. Dion George praised the 18-year prison sentence given to a Congolese rhino poacher and money launderer. The suspect pleaded guilty, while 15 co-accused await trial. George emphasized a zero-tolerance approach to…
BBC News Donald Trump’s supporters eagerly anticipate his return to power as America’s President after a decade. Promises include lowering living costs, mass deportations, tax cuts, and pardoning January 6 rioters. Challenges abroad in Ukraine and the Middle East await.…
BusinessTech The Villa shopping centre in Pretoria, empty for 15 years, is deteriorating. Owners plan to complete construction and fill it with stores. The R3.5 billion development was to be one of South Africa’s largest malls, with 302,744 square meters.…
The mail& Guardian The Prudential Authority’s move to liquidate Ithala could close 257,000 depositors’ accounts as legal proceedings unfold. Ithala’s financial troubles led to the decision, with the Reserve Bank citing insolvency and lack of compliance. Ithala disputes the claims,…
The mail& Guardian Eastern Cape judge president Selby Mbenenge faces sexual harassment allegations from colleague Andiswa Mengo, who testified about inappropriate WhatsApp exchanges. Mbenenge denies sending explicit messages but admits to flirtatious communication. The tribunal is ongoing, with Mbenenge being…
BBC Sport Eliud Kipchoge, a distance running great and two-time Olympic marathon champion, will return to the London Marathon in April. The record four-time winner of the men’s race aims for a fifth victory despite a recent mid-race drop-out at…
EWN Ceasefire in Gaza conflict to start Sunday at 0630 GMT, following approval by Israel’s cabinet and mediation by Qatar, US, and Egypt. Israeli strikes continue, with casualties reported in Gaza. Previous truce in November 2023 also involved hostage-prisoner exchange.…
BusinessTech Electricity minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa acknowledges a 180% increase in Eskom bills over the last decade due to rising generation costs. Initiatives like Free Basic Electricity for indigent households and expanding renewable energy aim to alleviate the burden on consumers.…
BusinessTech South Africa’s rental market in 2025 shows positive signs for landlords, with vacancy rates at a record low of 5.07%, down from 6.72% in 2024. The TPN Vacancy Survey Report indicates strong demand for rental properties, offering potential for…
BBC News US President-elect Donald Trump launches $Trump cryptocurrency, reaching $5.5bn market cap within hours. Coordinated by CIC Digital LLC, an affiliate of the Trump Organization. Meme coins lack intrinsic value and are highly volatile investments. Trump set to take…
