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Potential operation of Starlink in SA divides the nation

South Africans have expressed mixed reactions to the government's latest gazette proposing changes to the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) licensing requirements.   If passed, this will pave the way for companies such as Starlink to operate in South Africa.   The Minister of Communications and Digital Technology, Solly Malatsi, published the draft policy which is open for public comment over the next 30 days. [STATEMENT] POLICY DIRECTION ON EQUITY […]

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We have no respect for this genocide story, says police minister

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has clarified that a viral image showing numerous white crosses along both sides of a dirt road symbolizes farm killings over the years, but are not actual graves. The image was controversially used by U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday, as part of a his presentation to prove that there is 'white genocide’ in South Africa. This also included a video montage of Economic Freedom Fighter’s […]

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Family of abducted EC baby threatens to sue health department

The family of one of the two premature babies abducted from Dora Nginza Hospital in Gqeberha on Tuesday has announced plans to sue the Eastern Cape Health Department, alleging that the infant’s already broken arm could have been worsened during the ordeal. While the department has confirmed that it is investigating the incident. The family says they were told not to worry after the child's arm was sprained during delivery. According to […]

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Marabastad informal traders appeal to Tshwane officials to halt evictions

Informal traders in Marabastad, Tshwane, who are facing possible eviction, are calling on the city to develop a contingency plan to help them sustain their livelihoods. Thomas Hlabangwane, who has operated his traditional clothing business in the informal market since 2010, says the income he earns supports his family. Hlabangwane, who says he is too old to start over, believes the city should take their financial hardships into account and […]

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People should be allowed to re-imagine themselves: Brand experts

Brand experts have urged Yires to allow others to rebrand themselves and not shame them when they improve their lives. This as social media users have expressed mixed reactions to American reality TV star and businesswoman, Kim Kardashian's graduation from law school. Kardashian completed her studies after six years and three attempts at California's First-Year Law Student's exam. In 2018 she enrolled in California's Law Office Study Program, which lets […]

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It’s not SA’s job to change Trump’s view on ‘White Genocide’: Analyst

Political analyst Professor Siphamandla Zondi says it's not South Africa's responsibility to convince US President Donald Trump that there's no white genocide in South Africa. His remarks come after a dramatic meeting between Trump and President Cyril Ramaphosa at the White House on Wednesday, in an effort to ease tensions between the two nations. The two heads of state met to address a range of contentious issues, including the Expropriation […]

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New CAF Champions League trophy awaits historic winner

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled a new trophy for the Champions League. The grand reveal took place on Thursday in Johannesburg, ahead of the first-leg final between South African champions Mamelodi Sundowns and Egyptian side Pyramids FC, set for Saturday at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria. One of these two finalists will make history by lifting the newly designed trophy following the second-leg clash, which will be […]

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Fuel Levy Hike to deepen strain on economy & consumers: AA

The Automobile Association (AA) says the looming fuel levy increase will have far-reaching consequences for the economy and for South Africans already struggling to make ends meet. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana successfully tabled the country's budget in Parliament on Wednesday, after two failed attempts, both derailed by objections to the proposed VAT hike. The minister, however, reiterated that the tabled policy statement is not an austerity budget, adding that more taxes […]

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Parents threaten action as abuse claims shake Soshanguve South Secondary School

Angry parents and activists are demanding swift action following the violent attack on learners at the Soshanguve South Secondary School by members of the Community Policing Forum (CPF). Learners claim that the principal summoned CPF patrollers to beat them for arriving late to school on Monday, while some of the victims say they have been unable to return after that incident. As tensions continue to simmer some parents have threatened to damage […]

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Bittersweet reactions as Budget 3.0 is officially tabled

EFF leader Julius Malema says the 2025/26 fiscal framework presented by the Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana doesn't speak to real issues that South Africans face. Godongwana on Wednesday, finally tabled this years budget after two failed attempts, both derailed by objections to the proposed staggered 1% Value Added Tax (VAT) hike which has since been rescinded. Malema says the budget shows that government has no plans to grow the economy […]

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