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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

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South African Competition Commission Appeals Dismissal of Currency Manipulation Charges

The South African Competition Commission seeks leave to appeal the judgment of the Competition Appeal Court, which dismissed currency manipulation charges against numerous local and international banks. The court had rejected the commission's case against 23 out of 28 banks accused of manipulating the rand-dollar exchange rate between 2007 and 2013. The appeal application targets 13 banks, including Standard Bank and Bank of America, according to commission spokesperson Siyabulela Makunga. […]

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Build One South Africa Urges Action on Unemployment Crisis Ahead of State of the Nation Address

Build One South Africa plans to host an event outside City Hall in Cape Town, rallying the unemployed just before the State of the Nation address. Party leader Mmusi Maimane and deputy leader Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster will be present to amplify the voices of the unemployed. BOSA spokesperson Roger Solomons calls on President Cyril Ramaphosa to address the escalating unemployment crisis and announce effective interventions to stimulate the economy.  

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Zuleikha Mayat: South African author and activist who led a life of courage, compassion and integrity

By Saleem Badat, University of the Free State Few Indian South African women have achieved wider public recognition than author, human rights and cultural activist Zuleikha Mayat, who passed away on 2 February 2024. An honorary doctorate from the University of KwaZulu-Natal was just one of many awards bestowed on her during a life that spanned almost 98 years. Mayat was a remarkable pioneer, evocative writer, public speaker, civic worker, […]

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SA education Minister Nzimande Approves NSFAS Eligibility Criteria and Accommodation Financial Aid Caps

Blade Nzimande, the South African Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Innovation, has given the green light to the proposed eligibility criteria for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme and the conditions for financial aid related to accommodation. Under the approved criteria, university-managed self-catering and accredited private off-campus accommodation will be capped at 50,000 rand in metro areas and 41,000 rand in other areas per academic year. According to the […]

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South Africa’s Independent Electoral Commission Introduces Nomination Portal for Unrepresented Parties and Candidates

The Chief Electoral Officer of the South Africa Independent Electoral Commission, Sy Mamabolo, announces the launch of a portal for capturing nomination signatures for unrepresented parties and independent candidates. This development follows the recently concluded registration weekend, during which Mamabolo also disclosed that the voters' roll has reached 27.4 million. The new portal aims to streamline the nomination process for parties and candidates preparing for the upcoming elections

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Gauteng Education Mourns Grade 1 Learner’s Passing Linked to Spaza Shop Biscuits

The Gauteng Education Department expresses condolences over the tragic death of a Grade 1 learner at Mandlethu Primary School in Tsakane, Brakpan. The learner reportedly passed away after consuming biscuits from a local spaza shop. The child fell ill in class, vomited, and unfortunately succumbed before paramedics arrived. Spokesperson Xolani Mkhwemte emphasizes the importance of parents being vigilant about certain spaza shop products in the wake of this unfortunate incident. […]

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Tah strikes late to send Leverkusen to German Cup semis

Jonathan Tah scored in the 90th minute to send Bayer Leverkusen through to the German Cup semis, with a 3-2 win at home over Stuttgart on Tuesday. League leaders Leverkusen came from behind twice against an impressive Stuttgart, securing victory in the dying moments for the third time in their past five matches. With the match headed for extra time, star midfielder Florian Wirtz curled in a superb cross for […]

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UN selects South Africa’s Dire Tladi for ICJ role

Professor Dire Tladi is set to be sworn in as South Africa’s first permanent judge at the International Court of Justice in The Hague today. The former professor of international law at the University of Pretoria was elected by the United Nations General Assembly and Security Council. Tladi will serve a term of nine years as a member of the ICJ.

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The Cape Winelands District Municipality says the Brandvlei and Bainskloof fires have been contained

The Cape Winelands District Municipality says the Brandvlei and Bainskloof fires have been contained while the fire line at Matroosberg is not yet under control. Yesterday evening the Brandvlei fire was burning out of control and made its way to the grounds of the Brandvlei Prison. The municipality’s spokesperson, Anesca Roodt, says a small, corrugated storage structure was destroyed; however, there was no further loss of property.  

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