Hotels carry tourist accommodation industry into robust recovery
Hotels played a crucial role in the resurgence of South Africa’s tourist accommodation sector in 2023.
Travel
News
Matshela Koko Kusile corruption case thrown out of court
Former Eskom boss Matshela Koko’s case was dismissed by Middelburg court due to unreasonable delays, ending the long-standing legal saga.
Local
Thembinkosi Lorch gets off with a slap on the wrist for assaulting ex-girlfriend
Orlando Pirates midfielder Thembinkosi Lorch avoids jail time with a suspended sentence for assaulting his girlfriend.
Crime
New charges added to Xolani Khumalo murder case
Ex-presenter of ‘Sizok’thola’, Xolani Khumalo, learned he was facing new charges in addition to murder, on Tuesday. Here’s what we know.
Crime
University of Fort Hare head of investigations and vetting due in court for murder
Isaac Plaatjies, head of investigations at University of Fort Hare, is due in court for murder, joining nine others in a high-profile case.
Technology
Microsoft pulls epic sweep, hires Sam Altman, Greg Brockman to head up new AI competitor
Sam Altman shifts to Microsoft to lead a new AI team amidst a potential ChatGPT exodus, marking a significant turn in the AI industry.
News
Brits tragedy: Two children die after consuming chicken feet meal
Brits authorities are probing a bizarre case where two children mysteriously died after eating chicken feet.
Technology
Emmett Shear: Twitch founder leads frontier on artificial intelligence as OpenAI CEO
Emmett Shear steps in as OpenAI’s CEO, succeeding Sam Altman, in a significant leadership shift at the AI research organisation.
Crime
Police make a breakthrough in these Cape Town cold cases with digital facial reconstruction
Digital facial reconstruction is being used to solve Cape Town cold cases, providing new hope in identifying unidentified remains.
Local
‘Salty’ Kelly Khumalo blasts Ntokozo Mbambo in SAMA rant [video]
Kelly Khumalo went on a rant after she was snubbed at the 2023 SAMAs. The singer blasted Ntokozo Mbambo for taking the ‘Female Artist of the Year’ award.
Technology
Sam Altman fires warning shots amid OpenAI exec shake-up
Sam Altman returned to the timeline with a cryptic post, suggesting he was preparing to go to war with OpenAI.
Technology
OpenAI gets a new CEO after Sam Altman was fired
OpenAI sent shockwaves reverberating across Silicon Valley when, in a fiery statement, the company announced CEO Sam Altman was fired.
News
Hazelmore tragedy: Man arrested for murder of elderly mother
A 33-year-old man arrested in Hazelmore for the murder of his 72-year-old mother,
News
Parktown Girls High doubles down on controversial English exam paper
Parktown Girls High courted controversy over a questionable Grade 10 English exam paper that flirted with the ongoing Gaza conflict.
Events
Road closures to look out for ahead of Ride Joburg Cycle Challenge
Motorists are advised to take heed of the road closures in place ahead of the Joburg Cycle Challenge on Sunday, 19 November 2023.
News
Woolworths shoots down claims of supporting Israel boycott, clarifies ‘deshelving’ debacle
Woolworths has clarified several claims made in media articles about its position on the Israel boycott.
Crime
Major breakthrough expected in SARU office burglary case
Detectives are nearing a breakthrough in the burglary at SARU offices in Cape Town, with arrests made and suspects soon to appear in court.
Crime
Latest crime statistics highlight safety concerns in South Africa
Recent crime statistics in South Africa reveal worsening trends in safety, with increases in attempted murder and assault, despite marginal decreases in some areas.
Crime
Vehicle tracking expert Du Preez takes stand in Senzo Meyiwa trial
Expert Michael Du Preez’s testimony introduced a new dimension in the Senzo Meyiwa trial. Here’s a review on the day’s proceedings.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town road closures in place after gas truck capsizes [photo]
A gas truck capsized in Cape Town CBD, forcing a series of road closures, on Thu
News
Woolworths battens under mounting pressure to outrightly denounce Israel
Woolworths has reportedly reiterated its stance on Israel and deshelved all products imported from the region. Here’s what we know.
News
Watch: Raging fire breaks out on Quarry Road [video]
An informal settlement situated near Quarry Road, Durban, on the M19 West, went up in flames on Thursday.
News
Ahmed Abbasi: Gift of the Givers Head killed in Gaza war
Gift of the Givers mourned the loss of Ahmed Abbasi and his brother, who were killed in the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Lifestyle
What is the history of Black Friday? – Here’s everything you need to know
We traced the history of Black Friday and uncovered interesting facts about the origins of the shopping holiday.
Travel
Thailand ranked the best affordable long-haul destination in the world
For South African travellers, Thailand remains a top choice for its tropical climate, picturesque beaches, and vibrant tourist hotspots.
News
South Africa weather forecast for Thursday, 16 November 2023
Wednesday will see varied weather conditions across South Africa, from localized flooding in parts of Limpopo to cool and warm weather elsewhere.
Crime
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Sgt Mogane’s inconsistent statements raise questions
Officer Vusimuzi Mogane’s testimony in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial faced scrutiny due to inconsistencies about a vehicle’s condition.
News
Multichoice profitability suffers a massive blow in Y24 financial reports
Multichoice, despite maintaining a positive trade profit margin, posted massive headline losses in its financial report.
Crime
Tragic stabbing at Mbambiso High School leaves Grade 10 learner dead
A vicious stabbing at Mbambiso High School resulted in the death of a Grade 10 pupil. The suspect, an expelled learner, was arrested.
News
R42m penalty for Standard Chartered in rand price-fixing scandal
Standard Chartered agrees to a R42 million settlement in a price fixing case involving the manipulation of the rand-dollar currency pair,