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The ANC accuses DA of acting as opposition, plans to engage parties on Budget over 5 days. ANC struggles to find revenue source to replace VAT hike. Fiscal framework passed with help from smaller parties, including ActionSA and Bosa, on condition of exploring alternatives to VAT increase. Collaboration in Parliament for negotiation and progressive change.
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Iran and US to hold talks on nuclear program in Oman, with Iran preferring indirect format. Trump’s revelation caught Iran off guard, warning of “great danger” if talks fail. US military buildup in Middle East adds urgency to negotiations. US delegation led by Steve Witkoff, Iranian side by Abbas Araghchi. Iran had been stalling on talks, but now sees it as an opportunity.
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Demand for property in South Africa’s Karoo region is rising, making it a semigration hotspot. Pam Golding Properties highlights the appeal of small towns in the semi-desert area, attracting semigrants seeking escape from city life. The region’s unique features like historic buildings, open spaces, and outdoor activities are drawing remote workers and entrepreneurs.
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The SAPS Anti-Gang Unit seeks public help to find a 38-year-old Chinese national kidnapped in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape. The victim was taken from his vehicle by three suspects and forced into a minibus. No ransom has been demanded yet. Anyone with information is urged to contact the police. Case of attempted murder and kidnapping opened.
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Former Facebook employee Sarah Wynn-Williams’ tell-all book “Careless People” exposes the company’s internal chaos and global influence. As a former diplomat, she offers a unique perspective on Facebook’s political potential and the top brass. The memoir sheds light on the tech giant’s operations and challenges the notion of tech bros as clever.
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Banyana Banyana beat Malawi 2-1 in a comeback victory, with Hilda Magaia and Amogelang Motau scoring crucial goals. The national team faced a tough challenge but showed resilience. Coach Desiree Ellis was pleased with the win despite acknowledging the team’s struggles.
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Elon Musk criticizes Trump’s trade adviser Peter Navarro, calling him a “moron” and “dumber than a sack of bricks” over comments about Tesla. Navarro had criticized Musk as a car assembler, not a manufacturer. Musk refuted the claims, hinting at opposition to White House trade policy. This public disagreement marks a notable clash between Trump’s trade team and Musk, the world’s richest man.
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Japanese driver Ryō Hirakawa joins Haas as reserve, to drive in four practice sessions this F1 season. He replaces Ollie Bearman in Bahrain and Mexico, and Esteban Ocon in Spain and Abu Dhabi. Winner of 2022 Le Mans, Hirakawa tested Haas’s car in Abu Dhabi after being McLaren’s reserve. Haas principal Ayao Komatsu praises his detailed feedback. Haas is sixth in constructors’ championship.
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South African cloud support and development companies report high demand for skills like DevOps, automation, DevSecOps, FinOps, and cloud security. Providers like Synthesis, IPT, DAC Systems, Obsidian Systems, and Autumn Leaf highlight the need for specialists in these areas. Autumn Leaf CEO Grant Bingham notes a growing demand for senior DevOps and automation experts.
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A drug consignment intercepted in Panama reveals global organized crime cartels targeting South Africa. Police officers with concealed faces and firearms are seen in photos of the drug bust on January 30, 2025. 504 packages of suspected drugs, believed to be compressed cocaine, were found in 18 suitcases in a shipping container en route from Mexico to Panama and Spain, with South Africa as the final destination.
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