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The Eastern Cape government government has called for the deployment of soldiers to infrastructural projects in the Wild Coast including Mtentu Bridge. 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.
President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers the opening of Parliament address on Thursday. (Supplied/GCIS) President Cyril Ramaphosa asked the country’s biggest business lobby group to submit proposals on its concerns with a recent law that will lay the groundwork for the National Health Insurance (NHI) system.The president has requested Business Unity South Africa “put forward specific proposals on the remaining issues of concern as a basis for further engagement,” the presidency said in a statement Tuesday, after Ramaphosa met with the lobby’s leadership. “Government remains committed to engaging with all stakeholders in good faith on the process of health-care reform, and to…
Mamelodi Sundowns’ coach Manqoba Mngqithi made it clear that he isn’t afraid to let go of the club’s influential players, as he has done in the past, when he feels they aren’t serving the club. (Darren Stewart/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.
Sean Diddy Combs on 26 August 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Paras Griffin/Getty Images) Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs was denied bail on sex abuse and conspiracy charges that could land him in prison for life.Prosecutors allege that the 54-year-old was the don of a criminal enterprise that ensnared women and forced them to commit sex acts under the threat of violence, financial insecurity and reputational ruin.Calling Combs a “serial abuser and a serial obstructor,” the State successfully argued that Combs should remain in custody pending trial.For decades, Diddy and his myriad aliases loomed large in pop culture as an impeccably dressed…
The Department of Water and Sanitation has warned of water restrictions if Rand Water continues to draw more water than it is allowed. (Manolo Guijarro/ 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.
The multinational property and casualty insurer plans to deepen its penetration in the domestic commercial insurance market via its network of more than 600 tied-brokers, though it says Australia and Ireland present are its best growth opportunities.
Manchester United players celebrate. (James Gill – Danehouse/Getty Images) Manchester United thumped Barnsley 7-0 in the League Cup on Tuesday.Fulham made unwanted history as the Premier League club were beaten by second-tier Preston 16-15 on penalties.The previous League Cup shoot-out record was set in 2016 when Derby beat Carlisle 14-13.For more soccer news, visit our dedicated page.Manchester United crushed Barnsley 7-0 as troubled winger Antony scored his first goal this season and Marcus Rashford struck twice to extend his revival in the League Cup third round on Tuesday.While United ran riot, Fulham made unwanted history as the Premier League club…
Around 25 people were injured after a train derailed at Dal Josafat Station near Paarl on Tuesday. (Drakenstein Farm Watch/Facebook) Around 25 people were injured after a train derailed at Dal Josafat Station near Paarl on Tuesday night, Metrorail Western Cape confirmed.According to Drakenstein Farm Watch (DFW), a private fire fighting service, the derailment was reported just after 18:30.DFW said it rushed to the scene and found several people were injured while many more remained trapped.”The train was en route from Cape Town to Wellington station when the incident occurred. Emergency services, including ambulances, firefighters and the South African…
Treasury and SARS want to introduce a retrospective amendment applicable to fuel products, which will ensure diesel remains taxable. (Sol de Zuasnabar Brebbia/ 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.
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi will be manning the touchline on Saturday against Argentina. (Bertram Malgas/News24) 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.