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A paraplegic man from the Western Cape who had to survive for years in dire conditions was finally placed in a care home after a two and a half year court battle forced the state to fulfill its constitutional obligations towards him.

IMD AI Weather Forecast: Indian Meteorological Department has launched AI systems for weather forecasting. Of the two systems launched, one in particular has started as a pilot project in Uttar Pradesh. With the help of AI, now weather forecast can be given not only according to the district but also according to your area or farm within a radius of 1KM.With the help of AI, accurate weather conditions will be known 10 days in advance. 1km Rainfall Prediction UP : Now IMD will predict through AI when there will be stormy rain in your area. In fact, the Indian Meteorological…

DESPITE the fact that the number of unemployed people in the country has increased, but there is a glimmer of hope in KwaZulu-Natal, the number of people earning income is increasing.The unemployment rate rose to 32.7% in the first quarter of 2026, from 31.4% in the fourth quarter of 2025.These figures were announced by Mr. Risenga Maluleke, Statistician-General kwiStats SA, izolo. Maluleke said that 345,000 jobs have been lost, while the number of working people in the country stands at 16.8 million.”KZN is the only province that has seen an increase in the number of working people by 6,000. The…

The launch of the new model has attracted great interest. (Photo: Ford)On Tuesday, on the first day of the Nampo Harvest Day, Ford unveiled a brand new bakkie, the Ranger Super Duty. It is a heavy-duty pick-up that, according to the manufacturer, is designed to “do more, carry more and tow more” than any other Ranger yet.The launch of the new model has attracted great interest.According to Ford, the Ranger Super Duty is much more than just a new version of the popular Ranger series. The manufacturer describes it as a “completely new segment” for South Africa and says the…

Published On 13 May 202613 May 2026Tens of thousands of Argentines have taken to the streets in cities across the country to protest funding cuts by Javier Milei’s government to the public university system.Huge crowds in central Buenos Aires marched towards the presidential palace on Tuesday to denounce budget shortfalls that they say are undermining the foundations of higher education.Argentina’s public universities have been tuition-free since 1949 and have produced five Nobel laureates.Congress approved a law last year to finance universities’ operating costs and increase academic salaries in line with soaring inflation. The government, however, has refused to implement it…

Again and again in KwaZulu-Natal, officials of the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), will meet with different leaders.These officials are in a campaign to unite the eyes of different leaders as they are looking at the local government elections on November 4, 2026. Today the officials will meet with the leader of the Shembe church, on the Buhleni side, Mduduzi “Nyazilwezulu” Shembe.It has not been long since the officials in the province met with the King of the Churches, Misuzulu of Zwelithini.The IEC statement said that the Chairman of the Commission, Mr. Mosotho Moepya, will meet Nyazi Kwamhlabuyalingana. We said that…

WE CHOOSE to remember her late mother by going up on stage dressed in willows and carrying a t-shirt with a message written on her death, a student of the University of KwaZulu-Natal, who was graduating on Friday. Thembisani Mntungwa, who grew up in Malukazi, near Sipingo, is graduating with a Bachelor of Social Science in Criminology and Forensic Studies degree, not even two months have passed since her mother, Ms. Nondumiso Mntungwa (40), passed away.The t-shirt he was carrying with his mother’s picture showed that she passed away on March 21, this year.The message was written: “The person who…

The modern workplace is undergoing rapid transformation as businesses continue adapting to evolving workforce expectations, hybrid work models, and increasingly digital operations. In 2026, organisations are recognising that employee experience extends far beyond salaries, office spaces, or traditional workplace benefits. Today’s employees interact with digital systems throughout nearly every aspect of their workday. From communication and collaboration to onboarding, workflow management, and knowledge sharing, workplace technology now plays a major role in shaping employee satisfaction, productivity, and engagement. As a result, businesses across industries are increasingly prioritising digital employee experience as a strategic operational priority. Organisations that create efficient, accessible,…

Chef Kriti Shetty turns flavour into feeling, weaving memory, culture, and emotion into every plate she creates. For Chef Kriti Shetty, food is more than sustenance—it’s a living language. Each ingredient carries history, each dish tells a story. In her kitchen, technique meets emotion, and precision becomes a form of expression. “Cooking is a dialogue,” she often says. “Every plate carries a memory, a piece of where you come from and what you feel.”  That belief defines her philosophy: food, when created with intention, can transcend boundaries. It can connect people who don’t share a language, evoke nostalgia in strangers,…

Every year, millions of UK taxpayers overpay without even realising it — not because of mistakes, but because they fail to claim the allowances and reliefs that the system quietly provides. These “hidden” allowances are entirely legitimate, yet they remain overlooked by a large proportion of taxpayers, often resulting in hundreds or even thousands of pounds lost annually. Understanding these lesser-known opportunities is not only about saving money; it’s also about maximising your financial efficiency and taking full advantage of the incentives built into the UK tax system. Whether you’re employed, self-employed, retired, or managing investments, knowing where these hidden…