Malema calls on EFF members to be combat-ready, Clicks vows to stay open

The red berets attacked Clicks stores nationwide as per Julius Malema’s instructions after the retailer published and advert last week which insulted black hair. EFF leader Julius Malema shutting down the Clicks store in the Cycad Shopping Centre in Limpopo on 7 September 2020. Picture: @EFFSouthAfrica/Twitter JOHANNESBURG – Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema […]

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NPA: Orlando Pirates player Thembinkosi Lorch out on bail after assault arrest

NPA: Orlando Pirates player Thembinkosi Lorch out on bail after assault arrest Thembinkosi Lorch, known for playing the mid-fielder position in the team, was handcuffed on Sunday night after the victim reported the attack to the police. Orlando Pirates’ Thembinkosi Lorch. Picture: @orlandopirates/Twitter JOHANNESBURG – The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) said Orlando Pirates player Thembinkosi […]

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Rand retreats before GDP data, stocks move up

Second-quarter GDP data will be released on Tuesday, and analysts polled by Reuters are forecasting a quarter-on-quarter contraction of well over 40%. JOHANNESBURG – The South African rand fell on Monday, as investors dumped the currency a day before gross domestic product data expected to show a massive contraction during the country’s strict coronavirus lockdown. […]

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EWN Weather Watch: Sunny, warm conditions expected on Tuesday

It seems spring has finally sprung with sunny conditions expected across the country on Tuesday. JOHANNESBURG – Sunny and warm weather conditions can be expected throughout the country on Tuesday. GAUTENG: Pretoria can expect a high of 27°C, while Johannesburg will experience a maximum of 24°C. Gauteng Tomorrow ‘s Weather overview: 8.9.2020 pic.twitter.com/35A2effqpw — SA […]

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4 boys detained after allegedly raping girl (4) in Muldersdrift

It’s alleged that the boys, between 10 and 13, raped the child in an informal settlement on Friday. JOHANNESBURG – Four boys have been taken in for detention at the Walter Sisulu Youth Centre after allegedly raping a four-year-old girl in Muldersdrift. It’s alleged that the boys, between 10 and 13, raped the child in […]

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How to Address the Inequities of COVID-19 with Graça Machel and Melinda Gates

COVID 19 has unearthed massive inequalities within our societies and brought to glaring light the unique burdens which women carry the world over. Graça Machel and Melinda Gates joined Africa.com to discuss their policy recommendations in regards to women during the pandemic. Both of these women are strong advocates for women’s issues. And both have […]

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How Home Renovations Affect Your Insurance

South Africans didn’t just spend their lockdown baking banana bread and making sourdough. They also took the opportunity to do renovations at their homes, with the hardware industry reporting an unexpected boom in home upgrades, repairs and extensions. But if you’ve recently renovated your home, it’s critical that you revisit your insurance policies to make […]

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Refocusing The Marketing Of Alcohol Brands In South Africa

The marketing of alcohol brands has had to adapt significantly during the COVID-19 lockdown and the subsequent bans on alcohol sales, with a renewed focus on ensuring the creation of an alcohol-safe South Africa. Distell has collaborated with Diageo SA to promote synergy between players and constructively promote the growing trend of moderation, the responsible […]

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Advice From SMEs To SMEs Affected By The Pandemic

A new survey by the South African SME Finance Association (SASFA) shows that despite the help offered by government and the private sector, only a fraction of businesses had any support. Only 47% of business owners applied for relief from government or financial institutions, because many did not believe they would qualify.  Even amongst the […]

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