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- ‘Cat’ Matlala’s legal counsel calls in sick but Madlanga commission continues
A tense exchange unfolded at the Madlanga Commission as Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga questioned lawyer Fatima Missi, representing alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala. This over an attempt to delay proceedings following the sudden illness of lead counsel, Advocate Anneline van den Heever on Monday. Missi told the chairperson that Matlala… Read more » - China calls for political settlement in response to U.S. secondary sanctions
BEIJING, Aug. 24 (Xinhua) — Sanctions and pressure cannot resolve problems, as they only heighten tensions, escalate the situation and serve no one’s interests, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Monday. Spokesperson Lin Jian made the remarks at a regular news briefing when asked to comment on U.S. Treasury… Read more » - Namibia names squad for T20I tri-series with South Africa, Zimbabwe
Cricket Namibia on Monday named a 16-player squad for an inaugural men’s T20 International tri-series featuring Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe from August 28 to September 6 in Windhoek. Also known as the FNB Eagles, Namibia will be captained by veteran all-rounder Gerhard Erasmus, who was named the ICC Men’s… Read more » - DR Congo government, M23 agree on roadmap for peace talksThis photo taken on March 11, 2026, shows damages outside a building after a drone attack in Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). (Str/Xinhua) KINSHASA, Aug. 24 (Xinhua) — The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the March 23 Movement (M23) rebel group… Read more »
- Nozipho Dlamini | Search and seizure operations making a difference in keeping Gauteng schools safe
Every learner has the right to attend a school where the focus is on education, not fear and every teacher deserves to work in an environment free from violence, intimidation and criminal activity. In Gauteng, schools continue to face serious challenges, including substance abuse, gangsterism and the possession of dangerous… Read more » - Three South African universities listed among world’s top 500
Three South African universities have been ranked among the world’s top 500 higher education institutions in the 2026 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). The University of Cape Town was ranked the country’s top university, placed in the 201-300 range of the latest ranking. The university’s performance was driven largely… Read more » - Beyond ‘part of the family’: Legal obligations every domestic worker employer must check
Every day, thousands of South African women leave their own families to care for other people’s homes, children and loved ones. Domestic workers clean our homes, look after children, care for elderly family members and help households function while their employers juggle work and other responsibilities. Yet despite the vital… Read more » - Arrest warrant issued for Jub Jub after failure to appear in court
Media personality Molemo Katleho Maarohanye, popularly known as Jub Jub, will be back in court next month after his case related to the alleged illegal brandishing and discharge of a firearm was postponed by the Germiston Magistrates’ Court. The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) confirmed on Monday that the matter had… Read more » - Advtech profit, dividend increase as enrolment momentum grows
Education group ADvTECH reported a 13% increase in first-half profit to R726-million, supported by strong enrolment growth and improved margins in its education division as the group continues to benefit from higher demand across its schools and tertiary businesses. The company operates universities, colleges and schools across Africa, and is… Read more » - Iran in ‘all-out’ economic, military, security war: president
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian said Sunday the country is in an “all-out” economic, military, and security war with their “enemies”. Despite the U.S. pressure, “we are standing and making efforts to serve the people in the face of this unequal war,” Pezeshkian said in a televised speech carried by the… Read more »
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