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“I don’t want to spend what is left of my life fighting Discovery…” a desperate stage 4 cancer patient told Wendy Knowler.What’s up with Discovery Health and its misallocation of cancer patients’ treatment claims?I ask because in the space of a month, two of them contacted me, desperate for help in getting the medical scheme to stop deducting their claims from their medical savings accounts (MSA) instead of their oncology benefits.The scheme deducts a fixed portion of members’ monthly contributions – between 10% and 15%, depending on the plan – to be used by members for their day-to-day, non-hospital expenses.In…

Pravin Gordhan delivering his first budget speech in Parliament in 2010. (Nasief Manie/Gallo Images) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we’re about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

AS Vita fans expressed frustration during the match against Stellenbosch FC, targeting head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou, who was equally annoyed. The Moroccan-born mentor shockingly announced his resignation during the post-match press conference without informing the club or his players. (Ashley Vlotman/Gallo Images) Cape Town StadiumStellenbosch FC secured a 2-0 victory over AS Vita in the CAF Confederation Cup preliminary second round first leg, with goals from Thabo Moloisane and Lehlohonolo Mojela.Frustrated AS Vita fans targeted head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou, leading to his resignation announcement during the post-match press conference.The second leg will be played at Stade des Martyrs in…

A standing committee meeting on social development in the Western Cape legislature revealed extortionists were demanding protection fees from social workers in Delft. Gallo Images/Ziyaad Douglas South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we’re about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

The Wilgenhof residence at Stellenbosch University. (Supplied) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we’re about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

Thabo Moloisane of Stellenbosch FC celebrate after scoring a goal during the CAF Confederation Cup, second preliminary round, 1st leg match between Stellenbosch FC and Vita Club at DHL Stadium on 13 September 2024 in Cape Town, South Africa. (Ashley Vlotman/Gallo Images) Stellenbosch FC defeated AS Vita 2-0 in the CAF Confederation Cup, with early goals from Thabo Moloisane and Lehlogonolo Mojela.Stellies, in their first continental competition, carry a two-goal advantage into the away leg in Kinshasa on 22 September.Stellies will look to build on this lead after their Premiership clash against Golden Arrows.For more Stellenbosch FC news, please…

A 33-year-old man was sentenced to life imprisonment for raping his fiancée’s seven-year-old. (Charles O’Rear/Getty Images) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we’re about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

Four men were found in possession of abalone worth R1.4 million. (Esa Alexander/Gallo Images/The Times) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we’re about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

A Back-a-Buddy crowdfunding campaign has raised R230 000 in just four days for former broadcaster Tom London’s much-needed operation. (Tom London/Supplied) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we’re about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

Miss SA finalist Chidimma Adetshina, whose citizenship is under investigation by Home Affairs. Chidimma Adetshina, Miss Universe Nigeria, addressed concerns about her pageant journey and nationality.She withdrew from Miss SA due to backlash and later won Miss Universe Nigeria.Adetshina emphasised her hard work and dedication despite legal issues surrounding her mother’s identity.Reigning Miss Universe Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, addressed the concerns of those who believed she bypassed necessary procedures to reach the pageant finals.The 23-year-old withdrew from the Miss SA pageant in August due to backlash about her nationality. She later headed to Nigeria to participate in the Miss Universe…