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Eskom has spent more than R5bn on diesel in this financial year, relying on it more at the beginning of the year.
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Eskom has spent more than R5bn on diesel in this financial year, relying on it more at the beginning of the year, says minister of electricity and energy Kgosientsho Ramokgopa.
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The national dialogue's first convention, set to take place on Friday, faces challenges with several organisations withdrawing.
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The national dialogue's first convention, set to take place on Friday, faces challenges with several organisations withdrawing.
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Explore a variety of multimedia content in @SAHomeOwner Magazine by scanning the QR codes with your smart device. Simply scan the QR code on page 24 to browse and shop for must-have home gifts at the @SAHomeOwner Magazine Online Shop.
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Limpopo farmers living near the Kruger National Park say elephants escaping from the reserve are damaging their crops, leading to a loss of income and the ability to feed their families.
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Limpopo farmers living near the Kruger National Park say elephants escaping from the reserve are damaging their crops, leading to a loss of incomes and the ability to feed their families.
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Police have arrested a 37-year-old man after he was allegedly found in possession of veterinary medicines and ammunition.
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Police have arrested a 37-year-old man after he was allegedly found in possession of veterinary medicines and ammunition.
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Lobby groups AfriForum and the Solidarity Movement have announced their withdrawal from the first convention of the national dialogue set to take place at Unisa on Friday.
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Lobby groups AfriForum and the Solidarity Movement have announced their withdrawal from the first convention of the national dialogue set to take place at Unisa on Friday.
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Recognition may be considered a strong diplomatic tool, but it does not alter the facts of the Israeli occupation, the ongoing settlement growth, or the Gaza humanitarian situation, writes Gontse Skosana.
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Recognition may be considered a strong diplomatic tool, but it does not alter the facts of the Israeli occupation, the ongoing settlement growth, or the Gaza humanitarian situation, writes Gontse...
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SPONSORED | Stretch your money further: @StandardBankZA UCount members can now earn and spend Rewards Points at even more Shoprite Group stores, including Checkers LiquorShop.
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SPONSORED | Standard Bank is helping customers stretch their money further by offering real rewards at the places they shop most
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Electricity minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa is on Wednesday briefing the media on the state of the national grid.
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Electricity minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa is on Wednesday briefing the media on the state of the national grid.
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The convicted human traffickers and kidnappers in the Joshlin Smith case return to the Western Cape High Court on Wednesday, where their leave to appeal is being heard. The matter has been set down for two days.
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The convicted human traffickers and kidnappers in the Joshlin Smith case return to the Western Cape High Court on Wednesday, where their leave to appeal is being heard. The matter has been set down...
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The city's head of communication, Phakamile Mbengashe, said the eviction was the result of a court order, which stated that there must be an eviction of the illegal occupation of buildings in the Pharoe Park area.
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The Home Affairs two-storey building was set alight with a petrol bomb, allegedly by protesters
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A woman has been saved from a suicide attempt after a loan shark demanded R100,000 interest on a R20,000 loan.
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A woman has been saved from a suicide attempt after a loan shark demanded R100,000 interest on a R20,000 loan
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Two months after a man who confessed to killing his girlfriend was set free on a technicality, having served just more than a year of a life sentence, the victim’s father was shocked to run into him on the street.
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Two months after a man who confessed to killing his girlfriend was set free on a technicality, having served just more than a year of a life sentence, the victim’s father was shocked to run into him...
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After setbacks of more than a decade, the 2,000-seater dome is finally ready to open its doors, but the annual ceremony may not take place there as anticipated.
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After setbacks of more than a decade, the 2,000-seater dome is finally ready to open its doors, but the annual ceremony may not take place there as anticipated
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The trust provides financial support for the educational needs of children of police members who died in the line of duty.
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The trust provides financial support for the educational needs of children of police members who died in the line of duty.
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SA’s housing crisis is decades in the making, worsened by unemployment, poor policy implementation, and a chronic shortage of affordable units.
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SA’s housing crisis is decades in the making, worsened by unemployment, poor policy implementation, and a chronic shortage of affordable units
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When a grade 12 girl at his children’s school had her drink spiked at a party and was raped, Frikkie Minnaar knew he had to do something.
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When a grade 12 girl at his children’s school had her drink spiked at a party and was raped, Frikkie Minnaar knew he had to do something.
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Homeless people in Washington, DC could face jail time if they do not comply with Donald Trump's efforts to crack down on crime and rid the capital of homeless encampments.
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Homeless people in Washington, DC, could face jail time if they do not comply with US President Donald Trump's efforts to crack down on crime and rid the capital of homeless encampments, the White...
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In his attempt to bring stability to the team, not only in the coaching department but also in results, Badela was calculated in his recruitment of players for the 2025/2026 season.
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Badela kicked off his league campaign with a 1-1 draw against defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium at the weekend
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