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News24 | 'If I were our competitors, I would get worried.' Woolies plans R10bn expansion

Woolworths plans to expand the size of existing stores, add new outlets and also invest in back-end supply chain and distribution. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/hZLQ56q

News24 | WATCH | Family, friends and colleagues honour Derek Watts at memorial service

Family, friends and industry colleagues of the veteran Carte Blanche investigative journalist will pay tribute to him during his memorial service on Thursday morning. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/1RPSbWQ

News24 | New Zealand Rugby 'not fit for purpose' says scathing report

New Zealand Rugby's governing body was branded "not fit for purpose" in a scathing independent report published Thursday into the country's governing body. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/KbolZL3

News24 | Joburg fire: 'I hope she is among the 43 injured, not the dead' – Tearful mum hopes daughter survived

A woman who lived in the hijacked building that was consumed by a fire that claimed 64 lives on Thursday morning has described how she heard screams that were followed by chaos as people tried to escape the blaze. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/a0AUOC7

News24 | Scopa warns City of Cape Town and govt over relocation of railway residents

The City of Cape Town, the human settlements department, and the transport department got a tongue-lashing from Parliament’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts over the relocation of shack dwellers occupying Prasa’s Central Line. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/4HKWmIq

News24 | Councillors behaving badly: Joburg Mayor Kabelo Gwamanda arrives late, refuses to answer questions

As has become the norm, the council drum to summon councillors sounded - but the room remained bare. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/BwxuObr

News24 | TV blackout for Australian tour of South Africa as Cricket SA, SABC fail to reach agreement

As it stands, the Australian limited overs tour of South Africa won't be shown on SABC, the national broadcaster it was announced on Tuesday. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/qAylgdi

News24 | All Blacks coach happy to see Barrett escape RWC ban: 'Great result, we had a fair hearing'

All Blacks coach Ian Foster said it was a "great result" that Scott Barrett avoided a World Cup ban after being sent off against South Africa. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/QehLxXC

News24 | SA’s revolutionary 3D printing technology awaits regulatory approval

Earlier this year the first 3D printed house was built in South Africa. Eight months later, the technology is awaiting regulatory approval and more testing before a wider rollout will be possible. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/FRV941c

News24 | Hermanus pensioner, Joburg resident each win R2.7m with R5 Lotto tickets

Two lucky winners each spent just R5 on Lotto tickets and walked away with a combined R5.4 million. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/ojmCBJA

News24 | Magnificent Manie Libbok: How Bok No 10 silenced critics in 80 perfect minutes

Manie Libbok took the first massive step in silencing his detractors with a flawless kicking performance against the All Blacks at Twickenham on Friday as the Rugby World Cup draws closer. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/Mwn7elW

News24 | Brevis steps onto international stage: 'I feel the pressure, but I like it'

Dewald Brevis will take a step onto cricket's big stage during Australia's white-ball tour of South Africa, which starts with the first of three Twenty20 internationals at Kingsmead. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/3MC6QiV

News24 | WATCH | Cape Town's top firefighters prepare for World Rescue Challenge

A team of Cape Town fire and rescue personnel prepare to take on international competition on the Spanish island of Lanzarote later this year. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/zJUWrva

News24 | Sasol legal cases mount over pipeline charges, emissions limits

Sasol is opposing a legal bid by Transnet to claw back almost R816 million in oil pipeline tariffs, adding to other cases against the fuel and chemical maker that threaten its biggest operations. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/N2hyxtZ

News24 | Cop arrested after lover's body found under bridge, taxi driver gets life sentence for ex-fiancée's murder

A Limpopo traffic officer has been arrested for allegedly murdering his girlfriend and dumping her body under a bridge. In another case, a taxi driver was handed a life sentence for murdering his ex-fiancée. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/Xy8DmL6

News24 | City of Cape Town proposes historic building be renamed as 'Desmond and Leah Tutu House'

The Old Granary building, situated at 11 Buitenkant Street in Zonnebloem, was initially constructed between 1808 and 1813. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/iyZHNUF

Nita Ambani Steps Down, Children Isha, Akash, Anant To Join Reliance Board

Industrialist Mukesh Ambani's wife Nita Ambani has stepped down from Reliance Industries Limited board of directors, making way for their children Isha, Akash, and Anant. Isha Ambani, Akash Ambani, Anant Ambani are set to be appointed non-executive directors of the oil-to-retail conglomerate. The board of directors has recommended their appointment and is pending approval by its shareholders. The three Ambani scions have been closely involved with and are leading and managing key businesses of Reliance over the last few years including retail, digital services and energy and materials businesses, the said company said in a press release. They also serve on the boards of the key subsidiaries of Reliance. The board of directors also accepted Nita Ambani's resignation, but she will continue to attend all board meetings as a permanent invitee so that the company can continue to benefit from her advice, said the release. "The Board of Directors also accepted the resignati

News24 | IEC asks ConCourt to decide Electoral Amendment Act challenge speedily to avoid problems with next year's election

The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) says the outcome of a Constitutional Court hearing on the controversial Electoral Amendment Act, could have “profound implications” on its preparations for next year’s highly anticipated elections. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/Ts4ULif

News24 | Boks have their new Beast ... except he's in the backline

Midfield hulk Andre Esterhuizen, ill-suited to a bench, is making it mountingly hard to omit him from the Boks’ first XV, says Rob Houwing. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/6ZHyjqE

News24 | Five-week blackout: Ramokgopa vows crackdown on illegal connections bleeding the North West

Electricity Minister Kgogientsho Ramokgopa has said the "state must assert itself" after businesses in the North West municipality of Ditsobotla, left without power since 27 July, bled hundreds of millions of rands in weeks. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/Ekm7cvh

News24 | 'Don’t die with the resources we have given you': Cele pleads with cops to 'act first'

Police Minister Bheki Cele has urged police officers to 'be the first to act' where force is required and necessary in the line of duty. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/76juW58

News24 | Brandon the brave: Unknown bystander helps rescue two men swept off harbour wall in Cape Town

A quick-thinking bystander rescued two men from drowning in Cape Town over the weekend. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/JtfAo2P

News24 | At least 3 US Marines killed, several injured after aircraft crashes during war games in Australia

At least three US Marines have died after an Osprey aircraft crashed on a remote tropical island north of Australia during war games, according to US military officials. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/xts8TId

News24 | 'Job not done' on inflation, Kganyago says

The central bank governor has warned that there are still risks to inflation, even as he acknowledged that the rate has come down significantly. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/jmNYstk

News24 | Thabi Leoka | SA doesn't just have a jobs crisis. It has a skills crisis

There are strange dynamics in the labour market in South Africa that do not correlate with the high unemployment rate, writes Thabi Leoka. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/rhluDA1

News24 | Verstappen hails 'incredible' home Dutch Grand Prix pole

Max Verstappen claimed an "incredible" Dutch Grand Prix pole at the last throw of the qualifying dice at Zandvoort on Saturday to leave him ideally placed in his quest for a record-equalling ninth consecutive win of the season. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/4kW2ocf

News24 | Why Nienaber's response to gifted Moodie's ongoing Bok rise isn't as giddy as the public's

Despite the general excitement over Canan Moodie's continued rise in international rugby, Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber's response to his showing against the All Blacks was measured. With good reason, too... from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/b4IchLH

News24 | Springbok flyhalf Elton Jantjies tests positive for banned substance - reports

Elton Jantjies, recently on the cusp of joining the Springboks' World Cup squad, has publicly acknowledged testing positive for the prohibited substance Clenbuterol. He now faces potential suspension. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/EVNZGdw

News24 | Guns found hidden on roof of house as cops arrest two people for KZN councillor's murder

KwaZulu-Natal police have arrested two people in Imbali Unit 14, hours after the murder of 45-year-old ward councillor, Mabhungu Mkhize. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/ztqp67i

News24 | Springboks' Kolisi warns 'hard work starts now' after rout of All Blacks

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi warned the "hard work starts now" after the reigning champions completed their World Cup preparations with a 35-7 win over 14-man New Zealand at Twickenham on Friday, the All Blacks' heaviest defeat of all time. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/CY91kQi

News24 | Simnikiwe Xabanisa | Bomb Squad surprise proof that Bok coaches can experiment every week

When the Bok coaches upgraded the Bomb Squad to the Nuke Squad for the All Blacks clash with a 7-1 split on the bench, the SA fans were convinced they'd lost it. But there's method to the madness. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/b0XSLFI

News24 | WATCH | Walking the talk with Thuli Madonsela (and keeping the country's flag high... and nearly dry)

The launch of Thuli Madonsela's Pilgramage of Hope was eventful – in many good ways. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/RQ3YpMu

News24 | WATCH | To be accused of racism 'was radical', says pub owner after assault charges withdrawn

The owner of Hank's Olde Irish Pub in Bree Street, Cape Town is fighting to save his reputation after the withdrawal of assault charges that stemmed from racism allegations. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/fWqJ5zx

News24 | Families of eight killed in Denel blast upset after Western Cape NPA declines to prosecute

Rheinmetall Denel Munition specialises in developing, designing and manufacturing large- and medium-calibre ammunition. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/6YwpXEq

News24 | Twickers tussle: Boks-All Blacks clash on neutral ground points to brave new economic future

The Springboks and All Blacks showdown at Twickenham might appear to be a unique concept, but it's actually a pointer to what SA Rugby's future will look like. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/SXZa8Yx

News24 | Manhunt launched after corpse dug up at Free State cemetery, head and arm severed

Free State police are trying to establish who dug up a grave at Phumlani Graveyard in Thabong and cut off the head and arm of a female corpse. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/SBRaNqU

News24 | Electricity purchased from IPPs will be cheaper than Eskom – City Power

The four IPPs will supply power from various sources, including waste to energy, gas to power, and photovoltaic solar generation. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/8H7Szx2

News24 | 'He died in the most horrible way,' says heartbroken family of worker killed in Pretoria school gas explosion

The family of 21-year-old Paballa Mashekwana, who died in the gas explosion at Zodwa Special School in Atteridgeville, Pretoria, have demanded justice following the arrest of a 49-year-old man. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/UkNp6Ei

News24 | Jub Jub rape case: Defence hints at plans to have charges quashed

Molemo "Jub Jub" Maarohanye secured a lengthy postponement of his rape trial to explore all avenues before the trial and go through the docket. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/Fj64NaG

News24 | Lock Salmaan Moerat named regular Stormers captain for 2023/24 campaign

Lock Salmaan Moerat has been confirmed as the Stormers' captain for the 2023/24 URC season. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/1Uxai34

News24 | Urgent electricity bill - key to solving SA's power crisis - finally tabled after delays

The Electricity Regulation Amendment Bill, an urgent piece of legislation that is key to overcoming SA's energy crisis, has finally been tabled in Parliament nearly five months after being approved by Cabinet. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/yIB9TtS

News24 | Inflation slows to lowest level in two years

Annual consumer price inflation slowed to its lowest level in two years, reaching 4.7% in July, from 5.4% in June. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/ZJbtXCu

News24 | Mystery surrounds black empowerment gains from G4S prison contract

The multi-billion-rand contract for the building and running of Mangaung Correctional Centre was supposed to benefit the community of Bloemfontein. But 20 years after it was signed by the Department of Correctional Services and a private company, Bloemfontein Correctional Contracts, very little is known about any benefits to the community from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/XkYAuw9

News24 | 'Derek Watts was more than just a journalist': SA remembers the TV icon in heartfelt tributes

Tributes are pouring in on social media following the death of veteran journalist Derek Watts. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/JckpBOf

News24 | A 'looter' can't continue: ConCourt ruling blocks Nonxuba from practicing law, LPC to take action

Attorney Zuko Nonxuba, who is on trial for fraud and accused of looting hundreds of millions of rands intended for the care for severely disabled children, is no longer able to practice law, following a Constitutional Court ruling. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/yhmQVu4

News24 | Convicted murderer dies after throwing himself from building at Mangaung prison

Police and the Department of Correctional Services are conducting an investigation after a report that an inmate threw himself from a building at the Mangaung Correctional Centre in the Free State. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/GAk4Sgu

News24 | 'A true icon of investigative journalism': Sanef 'saddened' by death of Carte Blanche's Derek Watts

The South African National Editors' Forum is "deeply saddened" by the news that veteran journalist and former Carte Blanche anchor Derek Watts died, and described him as "a true icon of investigative journalism". from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/JUlQMy8

News24 | Former Springbok Theuns Stofberg dies after car crash

Former Springbok loose forward Theuns Stofberg died on Wednesday morning after succumbing to injuries suffered in a car crash. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/2DWpLuX

News24 | Sipho Masondo | Can Zimbabwe enter the land of milk and honey or will history repeat itself

With the elections in Zimbabwe less than a day away, Sipho Masondo recounts the history of the troubled nation from breadbasket of Africa to failed state. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/yCqHmun

News24 | 'We don't have a choice': Beds, fridges among the heavy loads unemployed Zimbabweans carry for money

Calling themselves Zalawis, Zimbabwean national flock to the border post with South Africa, where they charge people a fee to carry their belongings. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/OnJ2Ppz

News24 | Kolisi return goes perfectly to plan as Boks deftly avoid Welsh hurdle

The Springboks successfully navigated what ended up being something of a pop-gun Welsh threat on Saturday, but the All Blacks now lie in wait when the teams meet in London on Friday. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/p1FLhkd

Jio Financial Services Hit 5% Lower Circuit On Its Maiden Trading Day

Jio Financial Services, the demerged financial services unit of Reliance Industries, had a volatile market debut on Monday. Shares of Jio Financial Services hit the lower circuit after slipping 5 per cent to a low of Rs 248.90 apiece. On BSE, the company's shares were trading 5 percent lower at 251.75 apiece at 1:53 PM. Jio Financial Services Ltd (JFSL) demerged from Reliance, months after the formal announcement of the move in October last year.  "Trading members of the exchange are hereby informed that effective from Monday, August 21, 2023, equity shares of Jio Financial Services Ltd (formerly known as Reliance Strategic Investments Limited) shall be listed and admitted to dealings on the exchange in the list of T Group of securities," BSE said in a notice on Friday. BSE said that the scrip will be in the trade-for-trade segment for 10 trading days. As per the demerger norms, the governing body of Jio Financial Services distributed a total of Rs 635.32 crore shares

News24 | BREAKING | Reserve Bank finds Phala Phala was not 'legally entitled' to buffalo dollars

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has found that President Cyril Ramaphosa's Ntaba Nyoni Estate, that owns the Phala Phala game farm, was not "legally entitled" to the $580 000 it received from Sudanese businessman Hazim Mustafa for 20 buffalo from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/dKEW92i

News24 | Investec names next CEO of Investec Bank

JSE and London listed Investec has named the head of its private client franchise Cumesh Moodliar as the head of its banking subsidiary with effect from 1 April 2024. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/xqK0HGB

Jio Financial Services Shares Hit Lower Circuit In Debut Trade

Shares of Jio Financial Services, the demerged financial services unit of Reliance Industries, listed on the bourses on Monday, with the stock falling nearly 5 per cent on the NSE later in the trade. On the BSE, shares of the company began the trade at Rs 265, up 1.20 per cent against Rs 261.85, the price fixed at a special price discovery session held last month. However, the stock later fell by 3.85 per cent to hit Rs 251.75 -- its lower circuit limit -- against Rs 261.85. Shares of the company listed at Rs 262 on the NSE but later declined 4.94 per cent to Rs 248.90 -- its lower circuit limit. The company commanded a market valuation of Rs 1,59,943.93 crore in morning deals. Jio Financial Services Ltd (JFSL) demerged from Reliance last month. In a special price discovery session held on the record date last month, the stock's pre-listing price came out to be Rs 261.85. "Trading members of the exchange are hereby informed that effective from Monday, August 21, 2023, eq

News24 | ANALYSIS | How Eskom's new 'virtual wheeling' is a game changer

By unlocking investments in new generation capacity by IPPs at no cost to Eskom or the fiscus, and by reducing barriers to the wheeling of electricity, virtual wheeling has a knock-on effect of increasing security of supply and reducing load shedding caused by energy shortages, write Linsey Dyer and Chris Yelland. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/XQsMpG3

News24 | Libbok goal-kicking woes? Bok coach, captain back flyhalf to 'come right'

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber may have come across as flippant when addressing Manie Libbok's goal-kicking issues in his past two starting Test matches, but what can't be faulted is the faith he retains in the budding pivot. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/pPE2SIu

News24 | Hannes Viljoen | Why it's so hard to build wealth (and what you can do about it)

Whether you are an individual planning for retirement, a pension fund aiming to earn pre-defined returns for your members, a firm planning for a project or a family office with multi-generational aspirations, you must have a plan, says Hannes Viljoen. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/GB7qVOT

News24 | Wayde on track: Strong start for Team SA at World Champs as Van Niekerk, Simbine progress

South Africa's Wayde van Niekerk started his World Athletics Championships in Budapest comfortably on Sunday morning, winning his 400m heat in 44.57 to progress to the the semi-finals. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/KoZVJR6

News24 | ConCourt Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga impersonator extorting money from public

The Office of the Chief Justice has warned the public to stay clear of an individual impersonating Constitutional Court Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/Wpg2RQY

News24 | LISTEN | Under pressure: Lebogang Maile flies off the handle over Mashatile-linked probe

Welcome to News24 On Air, a home for the best in news, entertainment and sports audio broadcasts. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/FUmf5Zw

News24 | Springboks deftly dodge raging Owen Farrell debate: 'World Rugby trying to keep game clean'

Anyone hoping for some Springbok insights into the ongoing Owen Farrell red card drama would've been left disappointed as the world champions played back any questioning on the matter with a proverbial straight bat. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/rxNDkh1

News24 | After jury found Lauren Dickason guilty of murder, some believe she needs retrial

After South African doctor Lauren Dickason was found guilty of murder by a jury in the High Court in Christchurch, New Zealand, this week, a number of people have sent messages of support while others have called for a retrial. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/pevHlIJ

News24 | Banyana star blames SAFA for pre-World Cup fiasco, explains airport media snub

Banyana Banyana forward Thembi Kgatlana blamed the South African Football Association for the Tsakane Stadium fiasco and her media snub when she arrived from the World Cup. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/XyislfO

Adani Group Market Cap Jumps To 3-Month High, Adds Rs 45,200 Crore In 1 Day

Billionaire Gautam Adani's ports to power conglomerate added over Rs 45,200 crore in market capitalisation in a single day on Friday as shares of all 10 listed group firms surged after global investors showed renewed interest in the group. The overall market capitalisation of the 10 Adani Group companies shot up to Rs 10.96 lakh crore on Friday, stock exchange data showed. The market capitalisation stood at Rs 10.51 lakh crore at close on Thursday. Market experts say the rise in the stock price is due to an increase in interest from global investors. "Over the last few days, there was consolidation in the Adani Group stocks. The market has analyzed the developments and emerging data points." "Additionally, with fundraising remaining robust at the group level and project execution proceeding without a hitch, there's a strong sentiment of confidence in the group's operational capabilities. The stocks are poised for gains in the near term," said the hea

News24 | Crime stats: More women and police officers murdered between April and June

Violent crimes decreased between April to June this year compared to the previous three months. However, the killing of women and police officers increased compared to the previous year. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/7un4Plg

News24 | Mbhazima Shilowa | I am both cynical and pragmatic about the new coalition initiative

Having taken the first step, seven parties that are part of the 'Multiparty Charter for SA' now face the hard task of convincing more parties to come on board as well as a sceptical electorate that often think all political parties and politicians are self-serving, writes Mbhazima Shilowa. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/Uk016MR

News24 | England coach laments 'personal attacks' on Farrell in overturned red card row

Steve Borthwick said Owen Farrell had been subjected to "personal attacks" as the England captain was again forced to face the possibility of missing the start of the Rugby World Cup. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/14BWXbN

News24 | Fury as shuttered luxury travel company leaves clients with a ticket to nowhere

The travel company allegedly took thousands of rands of would-be holidaymakers' money after closing its doors last week. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/OVx5int

News24 | Cape Town taxi showdown: Santaco takes City to court after weekend impoundments

The SA National Taxi Council has lodged an urgent application with the Western Cape High Court to interdict the City of Cape Town over the latest wave of minibus taxi impoundments. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/RNwA8sp

News24 | Another IFP councillor accused of raping 14-year-old girl, party forces him to resign

An IFP councillor accused of raping a 14-year-old child has resigned from the council and executive committee in the Alfred Duma Municipality after his party 'directed' him to step down. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/9DSutKb

New Guidelines For Tax Exemptions On High-Premium Life Insurance Policies

The Income Tax department has prescribed a mechanism for calculating income proceeds from life insurance policies where aggregate annual premium exceeds Rs 5 lakh. The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified the Income Tax Amendment (Sixteenth Amendment), Rules, 2023, prescribing rule 11UACA for calculating income with respect to sum received upon maturity of life insurance policies wherein the amount of premiums exceed Rs 5 lakh and such policy/policies are issued on or after April 1, 2023. According to the change, for policies issued on or after April 1, 2023, the tax exemption on maturity benefits under Section 10(10D) will only be applicable if the aggregate premium paid by an individual is up to Rs 5 lakh a year. For premiums beyond this limit, the proceeds will be added to the income and taxed at applicable rates. The change in tax provision with regard to life insurance policies, except ULIP, was announced in the Union Budget 2023-24. AMRG & Associates Joint P

News24 | Ahmed Areff | What Karpowership, Moti and the Alex Mafia teach us about influence and control

Journalists are not government's or companies' friends. They are not praise singers or paid-for influencers punting products on their TikTok accounts. What they are, are purveyors of truth, despite efforts to sully the profession. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/T632dQk

News24 | Boeremag member rearrested on rape charges has his parole revoked

The parole board urgently convened to decide on the accused's parole after they were notified that he had been arrested and charged with one count of rape and four counts of sexual assault. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/86J490Z

News24 | A breadwinner mother was strangled while on her way to hospital to give birth to twins

Busisiwe Ngubo, 35, was found about a kilometre from her home in the Ehlanzeni area. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/nz8jHAE

News24 | Activists sue Creecy, environment authorities over alleged ArcelorMittal pollution

South Africa’s environment minister, the national air-quality officer and the local unit of ArcelorMittal SA have been sued by environmental activists for allegedly not acting against the company over its air pollution. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/cCG60Oq

News24 | SILENCED | Ramaphosa unleashes SIU in R1bn Tembisa Hospital scandal

President Cyril Ramaphosa has authorised a Special Investigating Unit (SIU) probe into Tembisa Hospital's R1 billion extraction networks - the first shades of which were uncovered by Babita Deokaran before she was killed. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/HhYjvSG

News24.com | KZN police arrest man for Umlazi mass killing

KwaZulu-Natal police have arrested a man at a Durban shopping mall in connection with seven murders and one attempted murder at Umlazi Q Section, south of Durban. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/m0WIalr

News24.com | Bok scrum coach coy over Kolisi return in Cardiff: 'Doesn't mean you just go out and play 80 mins'

Springbok scrum coach Daan Human said team captain Siya Kolisi was very close to returning to playing action, but he was coy over whether he would be playing against Wales on Saturday. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/OQgMyHp

News24.com | Murder witness killed in vigilante attack days after police release his ID in an effort to trace him

Just days after police released the identity of a key witness in the investigation into the murder of a Mpumalanga woman, the man was killed in a vigilante attack. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/75c1qao

News24.com | R537m thief: Hildegard Steenkamp sometimes stole over R20m a month from employer, witness testifies

A forensic investigator has testified that Hildegard Steenkamp, the Boksburg woman who stole R537 million from her employer, would in some instances steal over R20 million a month. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/bhoc0l3

News24.com | Cyril Ramaphosa | The govt is working to prevent state capture now and in the future

Significant progress is being made with the government's plan on the implementation of the state capture commission's recommendations, which was submitted to Parliament, writes Cyril Ramaphosa in his weekly newsletter. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/k5SwdEV

News24.com | Sasol earnings to plunge as much as 84%

Sasol has warned of dismal results impacted by operational challenges and a volatile global economic landscape. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/jCUVJop

News24.com | Dickason trial: Judge Mander summarises case as jury begins deliberation

As the murder trial of Lauren Dickason entered its fifth week at the High Court in Christchurch on Monday morning, Judge Cameron Mander provided a summary of the case to the jury, which began deliberating on the day. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/dTD4gJW

Wholesale Inflation Stays In Negative In July Even As Food Prices Rise

The wholesale price-based inflation remained in the negative territory for the fourth straight month in July at (-) 1.36 per cent on easing prices of fuel, even though food articles turned costlier. The wholesale price index (WPI) based inflation rate has been in the negative since April and was (-)4.12 per cent in June. In July last year it was 14.07 per cent. Inflation in food articles skyrocketed 14.25 per cent in July against 1.32 per cent in June. "Decline in the rate of inflation in July, 2023 is primarily contributed by fall in prices of mineral oils, basic metals, chemical & chemical products, textiles and food products," the commerce and industry ministry said on Monday. Fuel and power basket inflation eased to (-)12.79 per cent in July from (-)12.63 per cent in June. In manufactured products, the inflation rate was (-)2.51 per cent as against (-)2.71 per cent in June. The RBI last week kept interest rates unchanged at 6.5 per cent for the third straight me

News24.com | Shepherd Bushiri's church robbed at gunpoint in Mpumalanga

Members of the Enlightened Christian Gathering, which was founded by self-proclaimed Pastor Shepherd Bushiri, were robbed at gunpoint during a night vigil on Saturday. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/VJTtEMy

News24.com | House sales: Semigration growth much stronger than emigration

Semigration has overtaken emigration as a key driver for house sales in SA's largest metros, according to property data compiled by FNB. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/U0zD8Yd

News24.com | 'Do you mind?': Queen Elizabeth tells photographers to move in cheeky resurfaced video

A resurfaced video shows Queen Elizabeth II's cheeky personality many people had come to know and love. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/reVMZS0

News24.com | OPINION | The investment case for the owner of Iwisa, Blue Ribbon and Snowflake

Nicholas Brown evaluates the opportunities for Premier Foods to deliver value to shareholders. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/8wYmJjI

News24.com | 'We are in spitting distance of becoming biggest party in Gauteng,' Helen Zille tells DA congress

DA federal council chair Helen Zille predicted the end of 'dying' ANC in her lifetime and took another swipe at 'party of hatred' EFF while addressing Gauteng conference. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/OZsVtof

News24.com | Thabile Nkunjana | Against the grain: When will global rice price swell impact SA?

For now, the rise in global prices has not yet reflected into local rice prices across South Africa. But that could change, writes Thabile Nkunjana. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/EIspcvR

News24.com | An upcoming move to France and leading SA to a 2023 World Cup victory: Siya Kolisi has high hopes

Unofficially nicknamed "South Africa's head boy", Kolisi wears many hats, which often comes with the weight of the hopes of the people who look to him for various reasons. Siya Kolisi from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/S1Anep4

News24.com | OPINION | Understanding DA's exploitation and resistance to AA and BEE: What is the truth?

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has expressed strong opposition to the Employment Equity Amendment Act. Bianca van Wyk and Thembalethu Seyisi write that their assertions are far from the truth, but rather part of their malevolent elections campaign from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/lozO8Ck

News24.com | OPINION | Fair value? Disentangling risk in SA government bonds

Higher bond market volatility is not equivalent to higher investment risk, writes Sean Neethling. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/DBCIlKb

News24.com | KZN leaders react to Zuma remission: 'Some people are more important than others'

While most denounced the release of former president Jacob Zuma from Estcourt Correctional Centre, some said they wanted to move on to governance issues. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/CaLfe93

News24.com | Modack VAT fraud and murder trials to start next year, but which one will be heard first?

Nafiz Modack and his co-accused are expected to be tried at the beginning of 2024 in two cases – one for VAT fraud and another for murder – but prosecutors will have to slug out to decide which case is heard first. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/mPDA6tg

News24.com | Senior Gauteng education official followed home, shot eight times as he sat in car

The Gauteng Department of Education says one of its senior officials was followed home and shot dead as he sat in his car in Soweto on Thursday afternoon. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/vGA5q70

News24.com | JUST IN | 36 hours' notice and 'escalation system': Premier and mayor unpack Cape Town taxi strike agreement

The taxi industry will now be required to give 36 hours' notice of strike action, according to a resolution that ended the week-long taxi stayaway in Cape Town. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/gKRTIBb

Lok Sabha Passes GST Bill To Tax Online Gaming, Casinos, Race Clubs At 28%

Lok Sabha today approved amendments to the Central and Integrated GST laws to levy 28 per cent tax on the full face value of bets in online gaming, casinos and horse race clubs. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced bills in the House on Friday, the last day of monsoon session of Parliament, amid opposition protests over suspension of Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury. The Central Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2023, and The Integrated Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2023, were passed by the Lok Sabha by a voice vote, without a debate. States will now get the amendments passed in the state GST laws in their respective assemblies. The amendments pertain to insertion of a provision in the Schedule III of the CGST Act, 2017, to provide clarity on the taxation of supplies in casinos, horse racing and online gaming. The amendment in IGST Act relates to inserting a provision to impose GST liability on online money gaming provided by offshore entities. Su

News24.com | Some push-back experienced for Bolt’s new ride option in little Bajaj Qute

There has been some pushback to the decision by Bolt to introduce a ride option that allows for travel in the Bajaj Qute compact quadricycle. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/uyZtXHl

Bill To Levy 28% GST On Online Gaming, Casinos Introduced In Lok Sabha

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today introduced bills to amend the Central and Integrated GST laws to levy 28 per cent tax on the full face value of bets in online gaming, casinos and horse race clubs. The Central Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2023, and The Integrated Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2023, were introduced by Sitharaman in the Lok Sabha amid opposition protests over suspension of Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury from the House. Friday is the last day of the monsoon session of Parliament. Once the amendments to CGST and IGST laws are passed, states will get similar amendments in state GST law cleared by the respective assemblies. The amendments pertain to insertion of a provision in the Schedule III of the CGST Act, 2017, to provide clarity on the taxation of supplies in casinos, horse racing and online gaming. The amendment in IGST Act relates to inserting a provision to impose GST liability on online money gaming provided by offshore e

News24.com | Ramaphosa pays record price for a Boran bull

The animal named Jester fetched R3.5 million – the highest price yet for a Buran bull. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/dJL9lEW

News24.com | Three killed in Delft as another mass shooting rocks Western Cape

Three men were shot dead in Delft on Wednesday night while two others were injured in the same incident. This was the second mass shooting in the Western Cape in a week. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/5apEQN8

News24.com | Police arrest suspect for murder of Gqeberha physiotherapist Marolien Schmidt

A suspect has been arrested in connection with the murder of Gqeberha woman, Marolien Schmidt (40) who was stabbed in an alleged house robbery in the early hours of Wednesday, August 9 in her Richmond Hill home. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/kbHnGlg

News24.com | JUST IN | Zandile Mafe unfit to stand trial for National Assembly fire

Alleged arsonist Zandile Mafe is unfit to stand trial in connection with the fire that gutted the National Assembly building in January 2022, the Western Cape High Court has heard. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/TM8HF2S

RBI's Big Relief For Home, Auto Loan Takers With Choice Over Interest Type

The Reserve Bank today said it will come out with a framework allowing borrowers to switch to fixed interest rate from floating interest rate, a move that would provide relief to borrowers of home, auto and other loans reeling under the impact of high interest rate. Unveiling the bi-monthly monetary policy, Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das said under the framework, to be put in place shortly, the lenders will have to clearly communicate with the borrowers about tenor and EMI. "The supervisory reviews undertaken by the Reserve Bank and the feedback and references from members of public have revealed several instances of unreasonable elongation of tenor of floating rate loans by lenders without proper consent and communication to the borrowers," he said. To address the issue, it is proposed to put in place a proper conduct framework to be implemented by all Regulated entities to address the issues faced by borrowers, he said. "The framework envisages that lenders

News24.com | Good to be back: In-form Wayde van Niekerk to lead SA's charge at World Championships

Wayde van Niekerk's belated yet also timely return to decent form was confirmed on Wednesday after he was named as arguably the biggest drawcard for Team South Africa at the upcoming World Championships. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/7bP0kZv

News24.com | World Bank halts new funding to Uganda over anti-LGBTQ laws

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News24.com | 'There is that satisfaction you get after getting a conviction': Meet the NPA's Juliet Makgwatha

She didn't intend to study law but she is one of the National Prosecuting Authority's most formidable State advocates, fighting for some of the most vulnerable people in society. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/YKHi2NO

News24.com | Vodacom, Vumatel deal will bring fibre to 1 million poor homes, says Remgro after watchdog blow

The Competition Commission has recommended that a deal between Vodacom and Vumatel be prohibited, saying it would lessen competition. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/viPBnJ7

News24.com | OPINION | Fines, jail time: The impact of SA's greylisting on trusts

There are now hefty fines and jail time which apply for failure to adhere to the new reporting obligations, says Di Haiden. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/uR7K8BQ

News24.com | 'We will miss him': Family, friends pay tribute to Malawian man who died in Joburg blast

Family, friends and colleagues of Dominiko Josephy, known as Joseph Dumisane, gathered in Anderson Street in the Johannesburg city centre, about one kilometre away from the scene where he had drawn his last breath. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/b1VM7c9

How to Convert IRA To Gold: My Step-By-Step Guide

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I know that converting an IRA to gold can seem a little challenging. The process offers portfolio diversification and will protect the investor's retirement savings. Traditionally, the funds are moved from the Roth IRA to a gold IRA.  Then, we can use them to invest in whatever physical gold and other precious metals we want. Before we convert an IRA to gold, we have to know what it means and choose a reputable gold IRA company to complete the job. My comprehensive guide offers a step-by-step process overview, which includes the top gold IRA companies available, eligibility requirements, the conversion process, and much more. When you follow my manual, you'll understand the advantages of risks of choosing this type of investment and make an informed decision about your retirement accounts. Let's get started! Best Companies to Convert IRA to Gold There are many  gold IRA companies   out there, so it's crucial to find the right one for your needs. Clearly, they must o