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Cartrack CEO Breaks Silence After Death of Employee at Rosebank Office
6+ day, 9+ hour ago (426+ words) Cartrack South Africa says it is cooperating with investigators and the family of employee Gcina Dhladhla following her death at the company's Rosebank offices. Picture Credit: Facebook Johannesburg " Cartrack South Africa CEO Joshua Victor has broken his silence following the…...
Fuel Price Shock Imminent: Massive Hikes Set for April 1
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (415+ words) President Cyril Ramaphosa has raised concerns over the impact of rising fuel prices on the cost of living. Picture Credit: Facebook South Africa " South Africans are bracing for a major fuel price shock from April 1, with petrol and diesel increases…...
R10 Billion Wage Dispute Heads to Court as DA Challenge Sparks Joburg Worker Protests
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (577+ words) Municipal workers protest outside court as a R10 billion wage dispute between the City of Johannesburg and the DA intensifies. Picture Credit: MSN Gauteng " A legal battle over a controversial R10 billion salary agreement in the City of Johannesburg has sparked protests…...
Xaba Defends R22m Liberation Statues as Tourism Investment Amid Service Delivery Criticism
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (554+ words) The R22 million statues of Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo stand wrapped ahead of their official unveiling in Durban, as debate continues over municipal spending priorities. Picture Credit: X Durban " The Mayor of e Thekwini Metropolitan Municipality, Cyril Xaba, has defended…...
UFS Study Reveals Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals in Sanitary Pads and Pantyliners
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (675+ words) A selection of popular sanitary pads and pantyliners are under investigation after a UFS study detected hormone-disrupting chemicals, raising concerns about long-term health risks for women. Picture Credit: Adobe Stock South Africa " A study conducted by the University of the…...
Daylight Heist at Limpopo Airport: Armed Suspects Steal Gold and Copper
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (152+ words) Security guards were disarmed as suspects stole gold and copper during a heist Picture Credit: aheadoftheherd. com Limpopo " Police in Limpopo are searching for six suspects who carried out a daylight robbery at Tarentaal Airport in Letsitele, during which gold…...
Smart ID Rollout Hits Historic High as Home Affairs Accelerates Digital Transformation
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (421+ words) Johannesburg " The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has issued a record 4 002 964 Smart ID cards in 2025, marking the highest annual delivery rate since the Smart ID system was introduced, officials said. The figure represents a 17 % increase from the 3 427 468 Smart IDs issued…...
Limpopo Flooding Deepens: Severe Weather Alerts and Presidential Visit Highlight Crisis
5+ mon, 3+ day ago (162+ words) Flooded roads and bridges isolate communities after continuous heavy rainfall. Picture Credit: Facebook Limpopo " A Red Level 10 weather warning remains in force over parts of Limpopo and Mpumalanga as the flood crisis intensifies following days of unrelenting rain, the South…...
Minister Siviwe Gwarube Announces Record 88% Matric Pass Rate as Class of 2025 Sets New National Benchmark
5+ mon, 5+ day ago (370+ words) Timeless News Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube announces a record 88% matric pass rate for the Class of 2025, describing the results as "earned, not gifted." Picture Credit: GCIS By Aisha Zardad Johannesburg " South Africa's Class of 2025 has achieved a historic milestone,…...
The Peech Hotel, Johannesburg
5+ mon, 6+ day ago (216+ words) Location: Melrose, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Property Type: Boutique Hotel Best For: Business travellers, couples, eco-conscious luxury travellers Price Range: Mid-Luxury / Approx. R4, 000 " R7, 500 per night Standout Feature: Sustainable design with rooftop pool and serene gardens Best Time to Visit: March " October…...