South Africa weather today: Here’s the forecast for Friday, 21 February 2025
South Africa weather forecast for Friday, 21 February 2025: Disruptive rain expected in Northern Cape; isolated showers in Gauteng and North West.
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Special Tribunal declares R600 million AngloGold Ashanti Hospital contract unlawful
The Special Tribunal has declared the R600 million AngloGold Ashanti Hospital lease and refurbishment contracts unlawful, following an SIU investigation into COVID-19 procurement irregularities.
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Archaeologists discover tomb of King Thutmose II
Archaeologists have discovered the tomb of King Thutmose II, the first royal burial found in Egypt since Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922—here’s what we know.
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Juan Meyer: Person of interest in Priscilla du Toit murder at the centre of crypto scam
Juan Meyer, a controversial businessman linked to the unsolved murder of Priscilla du Toit, is now leading efforts to track down the founders of the Africrypt crypto scam.
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Durban torrential weather claims two lives as rescue efforts continue
Two people have died in KwaMakhuta after heavy rains triggered a mudslide, while floods and infrastructure damage continue to impact Durban and surrounding areas.
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G20 meeting kicks off today but how does this impact the ordinary South African?
South Africa hosts the G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting under its historic presidency, amid US tensions—here’s what it means for the average citizen.
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South Africa weather today: Here’s the forecast for Thursday, 20 February 2025
South Africa weather forecast for Thursday, 20 February 2025: Disruptive rain expected in Gauteng and North West; severe thunderstorms in Northern Cape.
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Budget Speech postponement sets off ZAR tumble
The postponement of Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s Budget Speech due to cabinet disagreements sent the South African rand tumbling amid economic uncertainty.
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SASSA and SRD grant payment dates for March 2025
SASSA has announced March 2025 grant payment dates and extended the deadline to switch to the Postbank Black Card to 20 March 2025.
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Tornado leaves trail of devastation in Tshwane
A tornado ripped through Tshwane, causing extensive damage to buildings and vehicles, with emergency teams deployed for rescue and disaster assessments.
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South Africa weather today: Here’s the forecast for Wednesday, 19 February 2025
South Africa weather forecast for Wednesday, 19 February 2025: Disruptive rain expected in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal; high fire danger in Western Cape.
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Rise of hand, foot and mouth disease cases spark fears of KZN school closures
KZN schools report a surge in hand, foot and mouth disease cases, with 195 infections confirmed. Health authorities urge hygiene measures to curb the outbreak.
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South Africa’s latest unemployment rate unpacked: Here’s what you must know
The Western Cape has contributed the most jobs, with an increase of 62,000 positions.
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SASSA deadline for Postbank black card swap extended: Here’s everything you must know
SASSA has extended the deadline for beneficiaries to switch from the Gold Card to the Postbank Black Card.
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Flood alert: Up to 50mm of heavy rain expected in these parts of South Africa this week
The South African Weather Service has issued a flood alert, warning of up to 50mm of rain in these provinces this week.
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South Africa weather today: Here’s the forecast for Monday, 17 February 2025
South Africa weather forecast for Monday, 17 February 2025: Disruptive rainfall expected in parts of North West and Gauteng; high fire danger in Western and Northern Cape.
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Vereeniging and these Gauteng suburbs affected by Rand Water outage
A power outage at Rand Water’s Lethabo Pumping Station has caused major water disruptions in Gauteng, affecting multiple municipalities, including Vereeniging and Johannesburg.
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Gautrain services to Rosebank remain offline: Here are the latest updates
Gautrain services between Park and Rosebank stations remain suspended after illegal drilling caused water and soil seepage into the tunnel.
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South Africa weather today: Here’s the forecast for Sunday, 16 February 2025
South Africa weather forecast for Sunday, 16 February 2025: Severe thunderstorms expected in Free State; disruptive rainfall in Limpopo and North West; high fire danger in parts of Western and Northern Cape.
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Who is Alice Weidel? – What you must know about Germany’s next possible president
Alice Weidel, the far-right AfD leader, is shaking up Germany’s elections with nationalist rhetoric. Here’s what you must know.
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King Misuzulu fears his life is in danger in desperate letter to Ramaphosa
King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has written to President Cyril Ramaphosa, pleading for his security to be restored after his protection detail was reduced without explanation.
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South Africa weather today: Here’s the forecast for Friday, 14 February 2025
South Africa weather forecast for Friday, 14 February 2025: Disruptive rainfall expected in Limpopo; high fire danger in parts of Northern, Western, and Eastern Cape.
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Ramaphosa slams the gauntlet on land expropriation without compensation
President Cyril Ramaphosa defended the Expropriation Act in his SONA reply, dismissing fears of land grabs.
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Ramaphosa 2025 SONA reply: How to watch live in South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to respond to the 2025 SONA debate today. Here’s how to watch live in South Africa.
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Water outages force Gauteng High Court to shut down
Gauteng High Court was forced to shut down due to ongoing water outages in Johannesburg, as Rand Water warns of critically low reservoir levels.
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South Africa weather today: Here’s the forecast for Thursday, 13 February 2025
South Africa weather forecast for Thursday, 13 February 2025: Warnings for damaging winds and high fire danger; provincial forecasts included.
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Gaza ceasefire at risk of collapse with Netanyahu’s latest ultimatum
Israel has threatened to resume fighting in Gaza if Hamas does not release hostages by midday on Saturday, putting the ceasefire at risk of collapse.
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Bodies of SANDF soldiers killed in DRC set to be handed over
The SANDF will hand over the bodies of soldiers killed in the DRC this week amid growing calls for South Africa to withdraw from the escalating conflict.
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South Africa weather today: Here’s the forecast for Wednesday, 12 February 2025
South Africa weather forecast for 12 February 2025: Isolated showers and thundershowers expected; warnings issued for damaging winds and fire danger.
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Zuma’s daughter defies MK Party demand for Floyd Shivambu apology
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla refuses to apologize after publicly insulting Floyd Shivambu, defying MK Party leadership and risking expulsion.