South Africa consumer inflation drops to 4.6% – Here’s how this impacts your life
A lower inflation rate means that the prices of goods and services are not increasing as quickly, which can have several positive effects on everyday life.
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Crime
SAPS beefs up resources to tackle extortion in Mthatha
In response to the escalating incidents of extortion, SAPS has deployed multidisciplinary teams to Mthatha and other parts of the Eastern Cape.
Gaming
Xbox Game Pass: Free games you can still play in August 2024
Xbox Game Pass is keeping gamers entertained this month with a slew of new titles and updates.
Local
Home Affairs unveils new findings in Chidimma Adetshina alleged identity fraud
The department’s probe has uncovered potential fraud linked to Adetshina’s mother, who allegedly stole the identity of an innocent South African woman.
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South Africa weather forecast for Tuesday, 20 August 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following weather warnings for Tuesday, 20 August 2024:
Lifestyle
Loadshedding schedule starting Monday, 19 August 2024
Here’s the loadshedding outlook for this week.
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South Africa weather forecast for Monday, 19 August 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following weather warnings for Monday, 19 August 2024.
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South Africa weather forecast for Saturday, 17 August 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following weather warnings and advisories for Saturday, 17 August 2024:
Crime
Child killer Marius van der Westhuizen parole reversed
Marius van der Westhuizen shot each of his children in the head with a Z88 pistol at their home in Brackenfell, Cape Town.
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South Africa weather forecast for Friday, 16 August 2024
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued the following weather warnings and advisories for Friday, 9 August 2024.
Health for Dummies
Gonorrhoea is becoming resistant to antibiotics, health experts warn
According to the UK Health Security Agency, there has been a noticeable rise in ceftriaxone-resistant gonorrhoea infections, the first-line treatment for the infection.
Viral
Lamine Yamal’s father discharged from hospital after stabbing
Nasraoui was reportedly stabbed multiple times in a car park in Mataro, near Barcelona.
Technology
OpenAI expected to unveil ‘Project Strawberry’ today: Here’s what we know
Despite the shroud of mystery, some details about ‘Project Strawberry’ have come to light through leaks and industry insiders.
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World Health Organisation declares Mpox outbreak a global emergency
With the declaration of Mpox as a global emergency, there are growing concerns about how this will impact international travel, particularly for Africans.
Travel
Rotational delays affect flights at OR Tambo Airport: Here’s what we know
OR Tambo International Airport faced significant disruptions as rotational delays impacted flight schedules across the board.
Crime
Cape Town’s most feared gangster evades mass murder charges
In a dramatic twist, Nyalara, one of Cape Town’s most notorious alleged gang leaders, was acquitted of mass murder charges by the Goodwood Prison Court on Tuesday, per reports from Daily Maverick.
Viral
Aussie petition calls for Rachel Gunn to be investigated
The petition, which has garnered significant attention, accuses Rachel Gunn of setting up her own governing body for breakdancing and using it to secure her place in the Olympics.
Local
‘Winter of discontent’: Iconic ‘Backstage’ villain turns to public for donations
Carlo Radebe admitted that he is currently at a breaking point and needs support to make it through this challenging time.
Technology
NASA discovers evidence of liquid reservoir on Mars
The discovery of liquid water on Mars is a groundbreaking development for future space exploration.
Lifestyle
Loadshedding schedule starting Monday, 12 August 2024
Here’s the loadshedding outlook for this week.
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South Africa weather forecast for Monday, 12 August 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following weather warnings for Monday, 12 August 2024.
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South Africa weather forecast for Sunday, 11 August 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following warnings and advisories for Sunday, 11 August 2024:
Lifestyle
Weekend loadshedding schedule starting Friday, 9 August 2024
Here’s a look at this weekend’s loadshedding schedule.
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South Africa weather forecast for Saturday, 10 August 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following weather warnings and advisories for Saturday, 10 August 2024:
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South Africa weather forecast for Friday, 9 August 2024
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued the following weather warnings and advisories for Friday, 9 August 2024.
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South Africa weather forecast for Thursday, 8 August 2024
South Africa weather forecast for Thursday, 8 August 2024. Detailed weather warnings and advisories, and provincial forecasts.
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South Africa weather forecast for Wednesday, 7 August 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following weather warnings and advisories for Wednesday, 7 August 2024:
Viral
2024 Paris Olympics: Team SA athletes qualify for 400m repechage semis
Pillay won his heat with a time of 45.40 seconds, while Nene triumphed in his heat with a remarkable time of 44.81 seconds.
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South Africa weather forecast for Monday, 5 August 2024
Detailed South Africa weather forecast for Monday, 5 August 2024, including weather warnings, advisories, and provincial forecasts from SAWS.
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South Africa weather forecast for Sunday, 4 August 2024
Detailed South Africa weather forecast for Sunday, 4 August 2024, including weather warnings, advisories, and provincial forecasts from SAWS.