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The ASUS Zenbook A14, weighing 899g, boasts the longest battery life among Zenbooks and is the first to be powered by Snapdragon. Is it worth buying?
The SA Rugby awards nominees have been announced, with Pieter-Steph du Toit a frontrunner for Men’s Player of the Year. Other notable nominees include Eben Etzebeth, Cheslin Kolbe, Damian De Allende, and Ox Nche. Winners will be revealed soon. President Mark Alexander praised the players for their contributions to the successful 2023 season. Fans can share their highlights via email or WhatsApp.
Illegal trade in South Africa’s succulent plants poses a significant threat to many species, with about 16% of the world’s succulent species found in the Succulent Karoo Biome.
Orlando Pirates prepare for Cape Town match after strong goal-scoring form. Recent win over Stade Abidjan boosts morale. Monnapule Saleng returns to training, sparking speculation about his future with the team. Fans express mixed emotions.
Changes to government texts under President-elect Trump’s administration are expected to go beyond semantics, with references to climate change and LGBTQ+ rights likely to be downplayed or removed. Experts anticipate significant shifts in language and policies, including the potential erasure of environmental justice issues and the use of dehumanizing terms for immigrants. Concerns also arise regarding the treatment of transgender individuals.
South Africans’ spending stable over 2022-2024, with shifts seen in charity and family support expenses. Standard Bank data shows decline in these areas but stable transport costs despite fuel price hikes. Rising interest payments noted due to increasing prime interest rate since late 2021.
Controversial businessman Edwin Sodi’s companies won a R295 million tender for the Rooiwal Wastewater Treatment plant in Tshwane. Officials suspended in connection to the tender must return to work and be compensated R2 million. The City of Tshwane plans to appeal the decision. ActionSA supports Mayor Nasiphi Moya. SIU’s investigation into the tender is ongoing, with completion expected in 2025.
Just Energy Transition Partnerships (JetPs) are criticized for perpetuating neocolonialism by prioritizing loans over grants, sidelining local businesses, and imposing rapid transitions on developing countries. These agreements, like South Africa’s $8.5 billion deal, risk increasing debt burdens and limiting sovereignty. Advocates call for grants, regional collaboration, and diversified economies to ensure a just energy transition in Africa.
Former Kaizer Chiefs coach Muhsin Ertugral praises Orlando Pirates as one of the best teams in Africa. Ertugral, now with Cape Town City, defeated Chiefs in his first match. Facing Pirates next, he aims for a permanent role with a good result. Pirates, with just one league loss, face a confident Cape Town City after their win over Chiefs. Ertugral seeks success against his former teams.
Brent and WTI oil prices rise as China’s Shandong Port blacklists US-sanctioned oil vessels. Middle East market strength supports prices, but economic data dampens demand hopes. Brent settles at $77.05, up 0.98%, and WTI at $74.25, up 0.94%. Traders eye Chinese stimulus for growth amid tight supplies post-holidays. Concerns over Iranian crude exports to China also impact market.
