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News24 | Poor students forced to turn to crime and sex work to survive, MPs find during TVET college visit

The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education and Training is in the North West to assess the state of readiness for the 2025 academic year. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/2eQlZRj

News24 | As SA awaits power price hike news today, AG slams Eskom's lack of controls, savings

The financial viability of South Africa's state power utility remains at risk even though it has stabilised the electricity supply, according to the nation's auditor-general. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/G7u89pT

News24 | WELLNESS | Reflect, refresh, reset: Rumbidzayi Munyaradzi has a plan in her Guide to Adulting

There is a lot to be said for resilience, grit and 'hustle'. But, argues Rumbidzayi Munyaradzi, help is often necessary. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/XxNkopt

News24 | Woolies warns of earnings plunge as apparel divisions drag it down

Poor performances from Woolworths's apparel businesses in SA and Australasia could see its earnings plunge as much as 27%, even as its star food business continued to deliver market-leading topline growth. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/RC1M9nr

News24 | A heartfelt farewell: The Ranakas remember Katlego for 'blessing' their lives

The Ranaka family is mourning the death of Katlego, daughter of Generations: The Legacy actor Manaka Ranaka. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/7QvwMjO

News24 | Incidents of vandalism and theft almost double at Western Cape schools over December holidays

Despite 480 Western Cape schools having security during the December holidays, 47 incidents of burglary or vandalism were reported by 34 schools. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/oQp7cx4

News24 | Stormers rue loss of Libbok as Dobson admits bench gamble 'backfired badly'

Stormers director of rugby John Dobson admitted his 6-2 bench split gamble backfired in their 36-12 URC loss to Irish powerhouses Leinster in Dublin on Saturday night. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/r1w3v0C

News24 | Trump moves likely to hike prices in SA, warns FirstRand CEO

Tariffs proposed by US President Donald Trump will likely stoke prices in South Africa should they go ahead, according to the chief executive officers of two of its largest banks. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/JfqteUc

News24 | Pregnant KFC employee shot in stomach: Police make breakthrough, arrest 45-year-old man

Police have arrested a 45-year-old man believed to be behind the shooting of a pregnant KFC employee in Zwide, Eastern Cape. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/uUgTrmB

News24 | US Senate confirms former Fox News co-host Pete Hegseth as Pentagon chief

The US Senate narrowly confirmed former Fox News co-host Pete Hegseth as Pentagon chief on Friday, despite allegations of alcohol abuse, sexual misconduct and other fears about his ability to lead the world's most powerful military. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/TJ9bnzl

News24 | Man rescued from Stilfontein mine dies in hospital

The North West Department of Health has confirmed the death of one of the men who was rescued from the Stilfontein mine and hospitalised earlier this month. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/ir4QCea

News24 | South Africa's patchwork climate plans risk widening inequality

Inconsistent government and corporate climate strategies may see poorer regions left behind in the transition away from polluting industries to green jobs, according to new research. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/ZS5z91t

News24 | Njabulo Ngidi | PSL and Msunduzi Municipality fuelled the Royal (A)Mess ravaging SA football

The Royal AM saga that resulted in the club being suspended from all football activities until further notice is a result of the PSL and Msunduzi Municipality allowing Thwihli Thwahla to do as they please, writes Njabulo Ngidi. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/kVqHplz

News24 | Residents urge municipality to fix wastewater plant amid ongoing sewage spill in Buffalo River

The Buffalo River's contamination due to ongoing sewage spills from the Schornville plant in Qonce, Eastern Cape, has alarmed the community. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/0CkvpyD

News24 | It's early days, but dominant SA U19s hint at something special in the works for Proteas women

Something special is brewing within South Africa's U19 women's cricket team after they qualified for the Super Sixes stage of the ongoing T20 World Cup in Malaysia. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/0TmJSf6

News24 | Musk bashes Trump's AI mega project

Tech titan Elon Musk cast doubt Wednesday on a $500 billion AI project announced by US President Donald Trump, saying the money promised for the investment actually wasn't there. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/6DoaftV

News24 | Toll gate fraud: Nedbank bans some debit bank card transactions

Swiping bank cards at toll gates are being phased out due to fraud, while a major toll road operator has also banned all debit card payments. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/BL4kEln

News24 | France Hlakudi's R30m tax fraud trial postponed so SARS can assess new documents

Former Eskom bigwig France Hlakudi's R30 million tax fraud trial will resume next month. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/gjuaXfB

News24 | Lungani Zama | Champions Cup deserves better than what SA is offering

The South African teams should be embarrassed by their performance in the Champions Cup, writes Lungani Zama. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/UYIS7vw

News24 | Police launch manhunt for suspected Stilfontein Shaft 11 ringleader after he evades arrest

Police are throwing "maximum resources" into a manhunt for Lesotho man, James Neo Tshoaeli, known as Tiger, who is believed to be the kingpin behind an illegal mining network in Stilfontein in the North West. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/IlrdOKk

News24 | 16 all out! Proteas U19 Women overpower newcomers Samoa at T20 World Cup

SA U19 Women thrashed Samoa by a commanding 10-wickets to top Group C in the U19 T20 World Cup at Borneo Cricket Ground in Malaysia. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/o7e9IKE

News24 | Bulls, Sharks, Lions to fly SA flag in Challenge Cup as Stormers, Cheetahs miss out

The Bulls and Sharks will travel to France for their round of 16 encounters in the EPCR Challenge Cup in April, while the Lions will head for Scotland. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/9K2pwNJ

News24 | SA golf legend Ernie Els starts 2025 with a bang, bags 7th title on senior tour

South African golf legend Ernie Els is off to a flying start in 2025 after winning the PGA Tour Champions' season-opening Mitsubishi Electric Championship in Hawaii over the weekend. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/kXbxhpT

News24 | The RedNote experience: Trying out Americans' preferred TikTok replacement

The countdown to the ban on TikTok in the US is under way, pushing many American users towards a new short video platform, RedNote. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/aRKUX12

News24 | Money questions? Answered | What to do if you're being harassed over prescribed debt

There are clear rules over the collection of outstanding debts. Maya Fisher-French explains what to do if debt collectors are harassing you over debts that have prescribed. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/VWZn4qa

News24 | Toulouse's Dupont 'fails to understand' Champions Cup format amidst SA teams travel struggles

Toulouse captain Antoine Dupont said on Friday the format of the Champions Cup is difficult to understand as the six-time winners face a challenge to claim a top spot in their pool. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/Hruw2Ci

News24 | Justice for murdered Ameer: Parents share heartbreak as start of school year deepens loss

Little Ameer Abrahams was meant to start Grade R this past week. His parents have expressed their heartbreak at being robbed of the chance to take him to school for his first day after he was killed when rival gangs exchanged bullets in Manenberg. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/GsHKwpU

News24 | Durban copper container robbery: State's case 'not good', prosecutor admits

A container stolen from the Durban container terminal in December was found in Chatsworth, but the 37 tonnes of high-grade copper valued at more than R1 million that was inside it at the time, was missing, the investigating officer has revealed in an affidavit. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/xFtidZE

News24 | Lhuan-dre continues dream start to life as a pro cricketer: 'He's something very special'

Lhuan-dre Pretorius has done it again, proving to South Africa and the world that his explosive 97 (51) in his SA20 debut for the Paarl Royals last week was anything but beginner's luck. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/vAulx62

News24 | Lifman murder accused hire high-profile advocate for bail hearing

The alleged killers of Cape Town underworld figure Mark Lifman have hired well-known advocate Mike Hellens SC to represent them in their bail application at the George Magistrates Court. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/zyE97F6

News24 | Biggest IKEA retailer to invest $1 billion in recycling firms

The investment arm of Ingka Group, the biggest global IKEA retailer, said it will invest $1.03 billion into recycling companies. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/3wkgTsx

News24 | Copycat Nandos boujee bowl – with extra sauce!

Made with spicy rice, chicken breast and peppers, corn and baby spinach, I’ve recreated the delicious warm bowl, and have been making it for my family ever since. Only, in our house, you don’t have to ask for extra sauce. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/QNDbRaM

News24 | Reinet to exit its R28bn stake in Rothmans owner BAT

Once the final settlement of the share placement to institutional investors has been completed on 16 January 2025, Reinet and its subsidiaries will have fully exited their position in BAT. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/sURNZXw

News24 | Fit-again Nortje returns as Proteas name 15-man squad for ICC Champions Trophy

The Proteas on Monday confirmed a 15-man squad for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, which will be held in Pakistan from 19 February to 9 March. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/3fCPlhI

News24 | Sunday sweet treat: Spiced nectarine crumble

Gently spiced nectarines are topped with a homemade vanilla crumble, making it the perfect summer dessert, especially when served with a good helping of ice cream. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/CmyVpFq

News24 | 'They're a classy outfit': Plumtree fulsome in his praise after Champions Cup defeat to Toulouse

Having watched a team missing five Springboks and two more senior players only lose 20-8 against the might of Toulouse, Sharks coach John Plumtree pronounced himself proud of the "inaccurate" effort. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/iG8fbIV

News24 | Most SAPS vehicles aren't roadworthy, say unions after Gqeberha cop killed when van breaks down

The South African Policing Union says "most" police vehicles countrywide are unroadworthy and in poor condition. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/hQK9wT4

News24 | NHI and BELA Acts will be fully implemented despite opposition - Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that two controversial pieces of legislation that could derail his government of national unity will be implemented irrespective of those who don't agree with it. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/3ZgnuCv

News24 | Fire up the coals this weekend with these braaied chicken gizzards and tangy plum coleslaw

Nutrient-rich gizzards, marinated in chilli and oregano, are braaied to perfection and served atop a bed of tangy plum coleslaw wrapped up for a flavour-packed bite. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/qeOmb4s

News24 | MI Cape Town hero Potgieter elated after historic SA20 win over Sunrisers: 'It was special'

All-rounder Delano Potgieter's exuberant spell blew away Sunrisers Eastern Cape as MI Cape Town marched to a bonus-point win in Thursday's SA20 opener at St George's Park. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/H5DRajV

News24 | Sharks doing their homework on Dupont ahead of Toulouse visit, says Ox Nche

Springbok prop Ox Nche and the Sharks host record six-time winners Toulouse in the Champions Cup on Saturday with the French side packed with stars including Antoine Dupont. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/GcA9NXl

News24 | REVIEW | Staying connected on a remote island with KnowRoaming's eSIM

The article details a travel experience to Corona Island in Colombia, showcasing how the limited connectivity promotes a balance between engaging with nature and maintaining contact with loved ones using a KnowRoaming eSIM. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/DXGkTeN

News24 | 'Not for soft hearts': Ertugral's Cape Town love faces Soweto's fiercest as Pirates await

Cape Town City head coach Muhsin Ertugral is no stranger to the intense battles of South African football, particularly when it comes to the Soweto giants, Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/0c9FuT6

News24 | Rising municipal debt threatens Eskom's restructuring effort

Billions of rands that South African municipalities owe Eskom are hindering the state-owned power utility’s plan to restructure and separate its distribution unit, according to chair Mteto Nyati. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/vsq75fN

News24 | Prosus and Naspers plunge 8% as US says Tencent is working with Chinese military

Shares of Naspers and its Amsterdam-listed subsidiary Prosus both slumped around 8% on Tuesday morning, which follows news that Washington has added Chinese tech giants, including Tencent, to a list of firms that work with the Chinese military. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/MCfWuHw

News24 | Ramaphosa honours late former minister Sibusiso Bengu with official funeral service

President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that late former education minister Sibusiso Bengu be honoured with a Special Official Funeral Category 2, the presidency said on Monday. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/5s9MHT0

News24 | Emilia Perez and The Brutalist steal the spotlight at diverse Golden Globes 2025

Surreal narco-musical Emilia Perez and epic immigrant drama The Brutalist were the big winners at the Golden Globes. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/LopBjt0

News24 | Newlands Forest fire contained, mop-up operations under way

A fire that broke out in Newlands Forest in the early hours of Monday has been contained. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/uiPZB0x

News24 | Easy apple cake with fudge sauce

I have no problem using cake mix from a box or packet and adding my unique twist to it. This recipe is also fantastic for a quick and delightful weekday dessert. Perfect for rounding off a busy day with a sweet ending!  from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/O5SofaA

News24 | KZN cops arrest man for Christmas Day kidnapping, murder of his co-worker

A 37-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a Christmas Day kidnapping, which resulted in the murder of a 21-year-old woman in Durban. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/teLvYsr

News24 | OPINION | Six surprising travel hacks learned from a year of globetrotting

The best pizza isn't from Italy and the best WFH isn't from home. Here's what Bloomberg's travel and luxury columnist Brandon Presser learnt from 52 flights to 15 countries last year. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/80HE2hL

News24 | 'Most wanted' fugitive rearrested two years after assaulting cops and escaping

A "most wanted" fugitive has been arrested after being on the run since he escaped police custody two years ago. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/axvjoft

News24 | Tweede Nuwe Jaar 'jol' to attract 100 000 spectators, multiple Cape Town CBD road closures in place

Between 80 000 and 100 000 spectators are expected to gather to celebrate Tweede Nuwe Jaar on Saturday as the Cape Town Street Parade welcomes the New Year to the streets of the city. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/CSgMcl5

News24 | Frogfoot 'network disruption' leaves some customers without internet since New Year's Eve

Frogfoot, one of South Africa's biggest fibre network operators, has been experiencing a "network disruption" since New Year's Eve. Some angry customers say they have been without internet for three days. from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/RHvc7VL

News24 | The viral Italian grinder salad

This recipe’s been recreated so many times, however, and we’ve since seen it turned into a chopped salad, with all the deli meats and cheese thrown into the mix too, then stuffed into a party sub. from News24 news24/topstories/rss https://ift.tt/8bnQxcM

News24 | Two children among the dead in Montenegro as New Year's Day shooting spree toll rises to 12

A gunman who started a shooting spree at a restaurant in southern Montenegro killed a total of 12 people, including two children, a prosecutor said on Thursday. from News24 news24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/STrDVw1

News24 | LISTEN | Audiobook of the month: What Nelson Mandela Taught Me by Zelda la Grange

Nelson Mandela's closest aide for 19 years, Zelda la Grange reveals what she learnt about hope, humility and respect from him from News24 News24/TopStories/rss https://ift.tt/ZB7wNbt