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For the private sector to play a greater role in advancing education, government needs to push policies that genuinely encourage investment, including streamlined processes that make it easier for businesses to participate, says Wrenelle Stander.

Stakeholders in the renewables sector send a consistent message: they are ready to invest in SA. But they need clear and consistent policy, rules that align with market realities, and efficient approval processes, says Samantha Graham-Maré.

Cosatu’s parliamentary coordinator Matthew Parks describes his early years as “a typical white South African middle-class life”, but thanks to the activities of his activist father, he would end up completing his schooling in Moscow, where he witnessed the collapse of the Soviet Union.

When South African airlines damage your luggage, they often limit compensation using outdated international conventions, ignoring the Consumer Protection Act’s protections. Here’s how to fight for fair reimbursement, writes Wendy Knowler.

In the last two decades, South Africa has become the largest producer of pecan nuts in the Southern Hemisphere, spurred on by strong demand from the East, ideal growing conditions in the north-western parts of the country, and favourable harvest timings for export markets.

A trip to Gqeberha the day before Christmas turned into a nightmare for scores of South African Airways passengers who arrived at Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport only to discover that their luggage never left Johannesburg due to weight restrictions on the plane.

In 2025, the “progressive caucus” in Parliament will have to show their grit amid the political warfare between its two biggest players, the EFF and MK Party. Watching the battle from the sidelines, the other caucus members will have to figure out where exactly they fit in, writes Jason Felix.

In 2024, South African sports produced many outstanding moments, from the Paris Olympics and the Springboks’ season to the double final heartbreak for the Proteas men and women and Bafana Bafana bringing the nation together, among many others. News24 looks at the top 10 sporting moments of 2024.

Shares in Accelerate Property Fund rose nearly 7% on Monday after the company reported improvements in its gearing levels, progress in its asset disposal strategy and the beginning of a turnaround at its largest property, Fourways Mall.

Stormers assistant coach Rito Hlungwani confirmed that utility back Sacha Fienberg-Mngomezulu is training with the team after picking up an injury during their 29-10 win over the Lions this past Saturday in the United Rugby Championship.