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Barbara Creecy orders SANRAL contract probe following viral restaurant outburst

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has officially instructed the South African National Roads Agency Limited (SANRAL) to launch an urgent review into multi-million rand infrastructure contracts awarded to Moriel Infrastructure Group. Also see: GALLERY: Strong winds take Cape Town by storm The directive follows a viral video showing a high-profile businessman involved in a heated public […]

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Lawrence Mudzinganyama issues apology over alleged threats at Sandton restaurant

Businessman Lawrence Mudzinganyama has apologised to a group of women after a video showing him allegedly threatening them at an upmarket Sandton restaurant went viral on social media. Also see: Siya Kolisi and more urge men to stand up against GBV The incident reportedly took place at Vlamo restaurant at Sandton Gate on Friday, 18 […]

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President Ramaphosa grants final deadline extension to Madlanga Commission

President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially extended the deadline for the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference, and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System (commonly known as the Madlanga Commission). Also see: Madlanga commissioner Sandile Khumalo targeted in alleged threats The commission was granted a final extension to submit its comprehensive report by 25 […]

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3 Arrested following discovery of 9th woman’s body in Ekurhuleni

Police have arrested three suspects in connection with the murder of a woman whose body was discovered in Villa Liza, near Dawn Park in Boksburg, Ekurhuleni, last week. Also see: Police offer R400,000 reward to help solve Ekurhuleni women’s deaths The suspects — one man and two women — were arrested over the weekend by […]

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‘You will always be in my heart’: Tsontso’s daughter Khumo honours her mother

Eight-year-old Khumo Moselakgomo has paid a heartbreaking tribute to her late mother, Elizabeth ‘Tsontso’ Moselakgomo, during her funeral in Phake, Mpumalanga. Also see: ‘Where were you?’: Women For Change confronts Sindisiwe Chikunga after Tsontso wreath-laying Khumo stood before mourners on Sunday, 20 September, to read a poem dedicated to her mother, who was found dead […]

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5 Plants that keep bugs out of your house

As spring and summer arrive, so do the unwanted bugs that populate our homes during the warmer seasons. Also see: Love, closeness and conflict: Understanding attachment styles It may be time to buy mosquito coils and bug repellent spray. However, what if you didn’t need to buy them this year? What if, instead of buying harsh […]

FOOD

Foods you should never put in the fridge: What belongs in the cupboard instead

The fridge might seem like the safest place for almost everything in your kitchen, but some foods actually fare better outside it. Also see: The part of your fridge you’re (probably) using wrong From everyday fruit and vegetables to bread, coffee and even chocolate, refrigeration can affect how certain foods taste, ripen and feel. Knowing what […]

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Sleep tourism: Why travellers are choosing rest over busy itineraries

The age-old approach to vacations, packing every hour with packed sightseeing schedules, back-to-back excursions, and early alarms, is rapidly losing its appeal. Instead, a major global shift in travel culture is taking root: rest-first travel, often referred to by industry experts as sleep tourism. Also see: 25 Amazing Weekend Getaways in South Africa You Can […]

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How to become more teachable: 7 ways to keep learning and growing

Being teachable is not about knowing less. It is about recognising that there is always something new to learn, from other people, from experience, and even from our mistakes. Also see: Conflict resolution skills worth learning before 30 A teachable person stays curious, welcomes constructive feedback and remains open to changing their approach when better information […]

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How to prepare for the South African summer

As temperatures rise across South Africa, summer brings longer days, outdoor activities, holidays and plenty of sunshine. But the warmer months can also come with challenges such as heat exposure, dehydration, sunburn, thunderstorms and increased mosquito activity. Also see: Complete spring bucket list: Things to do before summer A little preparation can help you enjoy […]

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Simple ways to upgrade your outdoor entertainment area

Creating a comfortable outdoor entertainment area does not have to mean spending a fortune. Whether you have a spacious garden, a small patio or a balcony, a few affordable changes can transform an outdoor space into a welcoming area for relaxing, dining and entertaining friends and family. Also see: The benefits of spending more time […]

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Looking to cut fuel costs? Consider these 5 cars

With fuel prices continuing to influence household budgets, choosing a car that can travel further on less fuel can make a meaningful difference to monthly motoring costs. Also see: Why young South Africans are choosing Chinese cars CarTracker reports that, for South African motorists, particularly those who spend long hours commuting in city traffic, fuel […]