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Private accommodation providers worry over NSFAS nonpayment

TimesLIVE

Accredited student accommodation providers under NSFAS express concern over non-payments and exclusion from housing system. Providers in Tshwane not paid despite agreements, blindsided by TUT’s decision to limit housing pilot to 2,000 beds. NSFAS’ actions seen as breaching contracts and trust in partnerships. Providers warn of inability to continue without urgent payments.
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The South African billionaire who became CEO at 73

BusinessTech

Billionaire Hilton Schlosberg, co-founder of Monster Beverage, will take over as CEO on June 13, 2025. Schlosberg and partner Rodney Sacks have led the successful company, outperforming tech giants. Born in South Africa, Schlosberg partnered with Sacks in 1990 to acquire Hansen Natural Corporation, known for Hansen’s juices. The company faced financial struggles in the late 1980s, leading to bankruptcy in 1988.
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SA tells ICJ Israel is deliberately starving Palestinians in Gaza

EWN

South Africa accuses Israel of deliberately starving Palestinians in Gaza at the International Court of Justice. South Africa argues that Israel is breaching obligations as an occupying power by blocking aid to Gaza. The UN has requested an advisory opinion on Israel’s actions in Gaza. South Africa emphasizes the need for Israel to comply with its obligations under the UN charter.
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Transport Ministry reveals 11 people were killed due to poorly maintained road infrastructure during Easter

EWN

Transport Ministry reports 11 deaths during Easter due to poor road infrastructure. Minister Creecy notes drop in death toll from 307 to 167 this year. Mpumalanga and Eastern Cape record 28 deaths each, KwaZulu-Natal with 27. Total of 141 lives lost, 8.5% linked to environmental factors. 32.5% decrease in Easter road fatalities compared to last year.
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Fifth body found at the Hennops River in Centurion

SABC News

A fifth body was found at Hennops River in Centurion, Pretoria, during the search for three missing police constables. Two more bodies were discovered nearby. Deputy National Police Commissioner Lt-Gen Shadrack Sibiya stated that divers and dogs are searching along the river. The missing officers were en route from Bloemfontein to Polokwane. Police are still looking for their vehicle.
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