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News24 | 'We were hoping 2024 would arrive under better auspices': Gaza ends dark year with no end to war

Palestinians and Israelis end a dark year on Sunday, with no end in sight to the deadliest military offensive on Gaza, triggered by Hamas' bloodiest attack on Israel. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/FvI0W1g

News24 | KZN floods: Cogta warns of possible disruptive rains as weather service issues level 2 warning

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs has warned residents of disruptive rains that may result in localised flooding on New Year's Eve. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/8NvyIYs

News24 | British botanists' murders: Trial resumes next year with application for state prosecutor's recusal

The trial of two men and a woman accused of the 2018 murders of two renowned British botanists in northern KwaZulu-Natal is set to continue in the New Year, but the KwaZulu-Natal High Court in Durban will first have to hear the defence's application for the prosecutor's recusal. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/4Jp6RTk

News24 | Orlando Pirates coach defends Melusi Buthelezi after conceding 6 goals in 2 games

Orlando Pirates coach Jose Riveiro took offence when asked how he would pick up Melusi Buthelezi, who the fans are starting to lose trust in. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/g03Od69

News24 | Khaya Sithole | SA needs retirement reforms - but that alone won't solve the savings crisis

A decline in savings culture has significant long-term impacts for the country’s social security system, says Khaya Sithole. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/fQiMJlT

News24 | This 100-year-old Sea Point hotel is still a timeless icon - even after its R90m refurb

The Winchester Hotel in Sea Point has found a perfect balance between historic and contemporary after a major overhaul, and its in-house restaurant, bar, and sunny courtyard are still favourites among local visitors. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/iQ820TE

News24 | Taylor Swift fan died of heat exhaustion at Rio concert, autopsy reveals

The death of a fan during Taylor Swift's November concert in Rio de Janeiro was caused by heat exhaustion, according to an autopsy report published on Wednesday by Brazilian media. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/EPTp30D

News24 | 108 people arrested in Western Cape for driving under the influence this festive season

The Western Cape Provincial traffic officers have arrested 108 people on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol this week. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/CBLD5n4

News24 | 'This one hits the hardest. My master is gone': Tributes pour in for Mbongeni Ngema

The 68-year-old is best known for his multi-award-winning productions Sarafina! and Woza Albert. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/5tQwkiV

News24 | 2023 climate power rankings: The year heat came to stay

For most of the centuries humans have despoiled Earth’s climate, the consequences have felt more like a “tomorrow” problem than a “now” problem. That delusion lost much of its power in 2023. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/57C9Nsh

News24 | Police watchdog arrests cop for murder in Somerset West after pedestrian shot dead

The Independent Police Investigative Directorate has arrested a police officer on charges of murder, possession of ammunition and assault after he allegedly shot a man dead in Somerset West. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/eYmW7at

News24 | Another year, another Mamelodi Sundowns dominant run, conquering the country and continent

The month of November showed just why Mamelodi Sundowns are the benchmark of South African football, and their status as the top dogs was confirmed at the CAF awards in Morocco. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/0Z5pCyF

News24 | Nick Hedley | Govt is counting the cost of nuclear - but the numbers aren't adding up

Comparing energy costs is tough. One's best shot is to consider the overall investment - which isn't always the case when the government makes its case for nuclear, says Nick Hedley. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/Jx7P63d

News24 | Christmas Day blessings: More than 200 babies welcomed in the Western Cape

More than 200 babies were born on Christmas Day in the Western Cape. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/aUh2ERs

News24 | Lies, scams and fraud: SA's 'dirty' politicians get a merciless drubbing

Archbishop of the Anglican Church of Southern Africa Thabo Makgoba levelled a stinging attack against South Africa's politicians. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/HAhDfR4

News24 | Cheetahs veteran calls it a day after concussion setbacks

Veteran Cheetahs centre Robert Ebersohn has confirmed his retirement from professional rugby. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/v72Q6ET

News24 | WATCH | Let's get lit! This Pretoria suburb always looks on the bright side of life

Residents in a Pretoria suburb are not letting the prospect of load shedding steal their shine. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/UMTQjXB

News24 | 'All my children's new Christmas clothes are gone': Fire leaves 400 Capetonians homeless, destitute

"I never thought this is how my family would spend Christmas," Unathi Mguba said after a fire destroyed about 80 structures in an informal settlements in St Patrick Avenue, Seawinds, in Cape Town, on Christmas Eve. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/r4OuCSi

News24 | OR Tambo Airport bag bungle: Travellers finally get their luggage but ACSA still seeks permanent fix

Holidaymakers have had to wait almost a day for their luggage after OR Tambo International Airport experienced baggage system failure. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/JE0HTCe

News24 | Dobson says La Rochelle win was springboard for Stormers to beat Bulls: 'Showed we're a class team'

Stormers coach John Dobson was understandably a happy camper after his side's 26-20 north-south derby win over the Bulls here on Saturday night. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/NpiQSDm

News24 | Cycling coach on Simon's Town crash: The road was dead quiet and then they heard a speeding car

Cape Town triathlon coach Mike Moriarty thought his student Dewald van der Westhuizen would bleed to death after they were hit by a speeding motorist just 500m into their cycle. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/vFqN6UK

News24 | Police now suspect that young Groblersdal farmer found dead in Vaal River was murdered

Police in Mpumalanga say they believe foul play was involved in the death of Willem Kruger, whose body was found in the Vaal River in November last year. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/u971lev

News24 | JUST IN | Maya-led Judicial Conduct Committee dismisses 'baseless' bribe claims against Unterhalter

The JSC's Judicial Conduct Committee, led by Deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya, have found there was “no basis” to a litigant’s bribery claims against Judge David Unterhalter – and stressed it was “not acceptable” make such unfounded claims. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/qPWGLeS

News24 | Simon's Town blaze: Evacuated residents allowed to return home

Simon's Town residents who were evacuated because of the massive mountain fire have been given the all-clear to return to their homes. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/YASTJgR

News24 | 12 killed in KZN and Mpumalanga road accidents

Twelve people have been killed in two separate accidents in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/sxVg5Ld

News24 | Nope, you can't postpone elections for talks

Former statistician-general Pali Lehola said in a recent interview that South Africans should consider postponing next year's elections and have Codesa-style talks instead. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/vAaUkoN

News24 | 'Kick people in their behinds': Ramaphosa 'pleased' with ministers' performances

As the ANC Youth League continues to call for some ministers to step down, President Cyril Ramaphosa says he is 'pleased' with the performance of ministers serving in his Cabinet. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/xwuRXgB

News24 | Proteas stalwart Dean Elgar to retire from international cricket: 'All good things come to an end'

Proteas Test batting ace Dean Elgar will retire from international cricket after the upcoming two-Test series against India. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/TxUvsAe

News24 | Assault rifle attack: Two men and a woman shot dead while walking down Cape Town street

Western Cape police have launched a manhunt for gunmen who killed three people in Beethoven Street, Delft, during the early hours of Thursday morning. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/xVBwj93

News24 | Nelson Mandela Bay launches forensic investigation into fraud-accused former acting city manager

The Nelson Mandela Bay Office of Internal Audit and Risk Assurance: Forensics launched an investigation into the fraud allegations levelled against the metro's former acting city manager, Christopher Dyani, who resigned earlier this week. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/oeCY7iX

News24 | X users report global outage

Tens of thousands of global users of X, formerly Twitter, on Thursday reported problems using the Elon Musk-owned social network. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/x0pQbru

News24 | Death threats and big guns for life insurance murders detective

Alleged death threats led to a dramatic start to Wednesday's proceedings in the the bail application of suspected life insurance killer Agnes Setshwantsho, as the investigating officer arrived under Tactical Response Team guard. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/3FHu1G0

News24 | Parliament clarifies uproar over secretary Xolile George's salary, argues he was headhunted

Parliament has responded to the uproar over its salary Secretary to Parliament Xolile George. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/diMpDqY

News24 | Cape Town airport ranked world's third-best in global study

The world’s best airport is Oman’s Muscat International. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/T8cG4nf

News24 | Elderly woman falls to her death from balcony of a guest house in Gordon’s Bay

Gordon’s Bay police have opened an inquest docket following the mysterious death of a 70-year-old woman who fell from the balcony of a guest house in Gordon’s Bay in the early hours of Wednesday 13 December. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/G0DeQ2z

News24 | War on Intercape: 176 attacks and R50m in damages, taxi owners allegedly demand millions in bribes

Around R50 million in damages and R10 million in legal fees are just a few line items on the bill that long-haul bus company Intercape is paying as its buses continue to be attacked, predominantly on routes in the Eastern Cape. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/uzbsBhW

News24 | Complex caretaker arrested after 3 girls trafficked from West Africa, advertised as escorts

A Western Cape woman has been accused of human trafficking after three girls were rescued from a residential complex in George. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/o1SOINQ

News24 | eThekwini deputy city manager spared amid allegations of misuse of city funds for ANCWL conference

In a confidential meeting, the eThekwini metro council held that deputy city manager, Sipho Cele, should not be punished for the alleged misuse of funds where the City was ostensibly invoiced for a Women's Month event. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/4I8p9Rf

News24 | SA work visas now take 48 weeks - with a 'staggering' backlog

Tens of thousands of foreign executives, engineers and other key workers have endured a year-long wait for South African visas that business groups say is costing investment and threatening the country's position as a continental hub. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/eiUNpT3

News24 | Post Office closures will hit older people, says organisation

The South African Older Persons Forum (Saopf) has pleaded with government to review the closure of hundreds of South African Post Office (Sapo) branches and phasing out grant payments at all branches. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/6QIb1KF

News24 | Rob Houwing | One constant about Proteas' attack and it's called Kesh

It is increasingly beyond major dissent that Keshav Maharaj is SA's best yet three-formats international spinner, says Rob Houwing. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/SygGYvm

News24 | Eskom says govt is assessing whether to take stake

Eskom said the National Treasury is assessing whether to convert R16 billion of bailout funds into equity. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/k6aSVn3

News24 | India paceman Shami ruled out of SA Test series, Rabada and Ngidi niggles concern for Proteas

Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has been ruled out of the two-Test series against South Africa, while injury niggles hamper preparations for Proteas fast bowlers Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/ozBmMDg

News24 | 'She revolutionised the music industry': TK Nciza, others pay tribute to Zahara at memorial service

The 36-year-old died earlier this week, surrounded by family and loved ones after being admitted to hospital last month. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/VyNirX1

News24 | Two men found guilty for spate of Eastern Cape CIT robberies, murder of innocent bystander

Two Eastern Cape cash-in-transit robbers who were involved in a string of robberies that left an innocent bystander dead, have been found guilty in the Eastern Cape High Court in Makhanda. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/qjJ8uIf

News24 | 'Taxi boss' in heavily guarded court for murder, attempted murder

A man police call a 'taxi boss', who started from humble beginnings to form a large transport and diversified company appeared in court in Cape Town on charges of murder and attempted murder. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/pDPNoX7

News24 | No, the Northern Cape government is not spending R120m on 540 toilets

The Northern Cape government is not spending R120 million on flushing toilets in Campbell, Siyancuma municipality municipal manager Xolile Geco has clarified. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/ZVMe8L6

News24 | WATCH LIVE | A final farewell: Family and friends gather to say goodbye to Zahara at Joburg memorial

There will be a memorial for South African musician Zahara in Johannesburg on Thursday. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/ZEj9saH

News24 | R50K reward for information on murder of Gugulethu CPF deputy chair

Western Cape police are offering a R50 000 reward for any information that will lead to the arrest of those who killed Gugulethu Community Policing Forum deputy chairperson Lulama "Guffy" Dinginto. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/pWDrhan

News24 | Zahara's memorial service details announced

South African musician Zahara will be honoured at a memorial service on Thursday, according to the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/HwpMlBh

News24 | Inflation slows thanks to cheaper fuel - but food prices heat up

Annual consumer price inflation eased to 5.5% in November from 5.9% in October, its first contraction since July. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/m62XqFv

News24 | Business class Bulls! Rupert, Motsepe fund improved travel for Jake's charges: 'Benefits are huge'

The Bulls co-owners' financial injection into the franchise's operations budget for business class travel has, Jake White believes, given them extra leverage in attracting big-name players. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/sRmdaSc

News24 | 'Incredible and lasting impact': Tributes pour in after 'true music icon' Zahara dies

Tributes are pouring in for South African singer Zahara, real name Bulelwa Mkutukana, after she died on Monday night at the age of 35. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/x1uphf5

News24 | Taking it EZ: Priced below R300k, Nissan's new Magnite EZ-Shft brings all the value as a compact SUV

Nissan has added even more value to its popular Magnite range by introducing a new EZ-Shift derivative. We have local specifications and pricing. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/zA07BNM

News24 | Blitzboks coach gutted after heavy loss to Australia: 'We fell short of character'

Springbok Sevens coach Sandile Ngcobo acknowledged they weren't good enough after a 28-0 loss to Australia in the Cup quarter-finals of the Cape Town SVNS on Sunday. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/HDMYxGU

News24 | COP28 | Pledges for loss and damage roll in, but billions needed – SA chief negotiator

In the first week of COP28, pledges toward the new loss and damage fund exceed $700 million – but the need is far greater. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/ATZ23fL

News24 | Mantashe to gazette crucial updated energy plan for public comment after Cabinet approval

After numerous delays, an updated draft plan for South Africa's future energy needs, including timeframes around the decommissioning of older coal power stations, has been approved by Cabinet. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/QPh1Ueo

News24 | 'Food reserves have run out': Gold One Mine management says staff 'held' underground for third day

The situation at Gold One Modder East Operations in Springs is worsening as food reserves have run out. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/HPlCjid

News24 | IN PICS | Parts of AmaMpondo royal house catch fire, no one injured

Parts of the AmaMpondo royal house were destroyed when a rondavel caught fire. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/D8hoByk

News24 | Champs Cup or URC derbies? SA public preference check looms

This month will help clarify whether SA rugby fans buy into the touted Champions Cup or still prefer derby slug-outs, writes Rob Houwing. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/adGhPoO

News24 | Return of Shosholoza Meyl train service marred by cable theft

Shosholoza Meyl passengers who were traveling from Johannesburg to Cape Town had to continue the rest of their trip by bus after overhead wire cables were stolen between Kaalfontein and Muldersvlei. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/DGMFoPW

News24 | 'No prima facie evidence' supporting Hlophe's claims that his deputy was racist – JSC

Suspended Western Cape Judge President John Hlophe's accusations that his deputy, Patricia Goliath, used the k-word and was "racist" were not backed up by his now ex-wife or substantiated by "prima facie" evidence, according to the Judicial Service Commission. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/dY6VM7C

News24 | Anglo American plans production cuts as rail woes, volatile conditions bite

Mining giant Anglo American said on Friday it expects production to fall 4% in 2024 and 3% in 2025 as it looks to cut costs and in part due to logistical constraints facing Kumba Iron Ore. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/gSXq42i

News24 | Sandton shooting: Three men arrested for businessman's hit-style murder

Three men have been arrested for the murder of a Sandton businessman, who was shot in a hit-style attack in Morningside, Sandton on Thursday. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/gzPENUk

News24 | Wesizwe Platinum workers stage illegal underground sit-in

The Bakubung Platinum Mine is in a retrenchment process that will result in almost 600 employees losing their jobs. leaving on 200 employees. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/BlJDoFH

News24 | Plan your weekend! Times confirmed for SA's pool stage fixtures at Cape Town Sevens

The Blitzboks will have to summon a similar type of resolve to what they showed in Dubai last week after being handed another mouthwatering if challenging pool for this weekend's Cape Town Sevens. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/TwGHsV9

News24 | National Assembly greenlights suspension of Malema, EFF leaders for storming SONA stage

Six EFF MPs will be suspended in February 2024, which will prevent them from attending the State of the Nation Address (SONA) from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/q3BgFIz

News24 | Cape Town Sevens: 65 000-plus tickets sold for weekend as Blitzboks hope for bumper crowds

The Blitzboks are eager to shake off their recent barren run at their home Cape Town Sevens event. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/ykvC9Vh

News24 | Nelson Mandela's pro-Palestinian legacy lives on, a decade after his death

Days after his release from 27 years in prison in February 1990, anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela gave Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat a bear hug, symbolising his embrace of a cause his country's governing ANC continues to champion. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/NsMGao9

News24 | Justice Malala | It's easier to throw stones at Mandela than admit it is us who have failed

Nelson Mandela's ANC colleagues, aware that they have pitifully little to show for their 29 years in power, are milking the icon's stellar reputation and using him in every possible way they can to whitewash their failures, writes Justice Malala. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/sVX1u36

News24 | WeBuyCars considers separate JSE listing

Transaction Capital, which owns about 74.2% of WeBuyCars, is looking at options to reduce its enormous debt pile so unbundling its shareholding in the second-hand vehicle trader could help it raise much-needed capital. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/2mOiyo9

News24 | No more marketplace muggers: Gumtree to start shipping service to end need for in-person meet-ups

Classified advertisement website Gumtree will be launching a delivery service next year to eliminate the need for in-person meet-ups between buyers and sellers. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/YUwd8lO

News24 | Hawks arrest man in connection with kidnapping in Strand, Cape Town

Police have arrested a 35-year-old man in connection with the kidnapping of a 20-year-old man in Strand, Cape Town, roughly eight months ago. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/CUtSmBv

News24 | Tourist fatally stabbed in Paris 'terrorist attack' near Eiffel Tower, two other people injured

A person known to the French authorities as a radical Islamist with mental health troubles has stabbed a German tourist to death and wounded two people in central Paris before being arrested, according to officials. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/g6EZ5kR

News24 | 'We don't buy opportunities, we create opportunities': Barker on secret to Stellies' success

Stellenboch's coach Steve Barker would like to lead his side to glory on 16 December in the Carling Knockout final in honour of his late uncle, Cliver Barker, and the team's promising prospect, Oshwin Andries, who was stabbed to death earlier this year. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/wFMIRcd

News24 | 'Biased, oppressive, unreasonable': Karpowership owner slammed for discrimination against BEE partners

Former chief justice Sandile Ngcobo has delivered a damning arbitration ruling in fight over Karpowership’s BEE shares, calling the shareholders’ agreement “oppressive” and “so unreasonable as to offend the core foundational value of equality”. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/KfIe7Vx

News24 | Who are the remaining 136 Gaza hostages?

Over the course of the past week Hamas released 80 Israeli women, children and teenagers as part of a truce agreement in exchange for Palestinians held in Israeli jails. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/N7WEsAc

News24 | SEE | Trevor Noah claims his R3m humanities award as he collects Erasmus Prize in the Netherlands

Trevor Noah recently received the distinguished Erasmus Prize in the Netherlands. Noah went on his social media to express his gratitude for the prestigious award. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/O7QDwIm

News24 | Western Cape retiree so shocked by R43m lottery win he had to 'find solace in a glass of milk'

A lucky Western Cape resident is almost R43 million richer after winning a recent Lotto jackpot – a win he said was such a shock he had to sit down with a glass of milk. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/K30sB7W

News24 | KZN Health MEC urges communities to report syndicates killing health workers for state cars

KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC Nomagugu Simelane-Zulu has condemned violence against healthcare workers in the province after a male nurse died on Wednesday when he was shot three times during a hijacking in Ndwedwe, in the Ilembe District Municipality. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/cNrGQl6