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Load shedding reprieve spells new problem for SA, says Ramokgopa

‘[W]e are generating more electricity than we need... we are putting the machines on cold reserve.’


George building collapse exposes long-standing blindspots in construction industry’s regulatory framework

Employing unskilled labour as cleaners who ended up mixing concrete and paying slave wages goes against the spirit of fair labour practices within the Basic Conditions of Employment Act.


Police beef up security along major routes following threat of truckers’ national shutdown

Police have beefed up patrols along all major routes following threats of a national shutdown by aggrieved trucking companies.


Four key philosophies for wealth creation in turbulent markets

Ackerman points to four key investment philosophies which Citadel has utilised to preserve and grow client wealth over its 31-year history.


ITWeb TV: SA ‘unlikely’ to have load-shedding in 2025, says Nyati

ITWeb TV: SA ‘unlikely’ to have load-shedding in 2025, says Nyati By Admire Moyo, ITWeb's news editor.Johannesburg, 20 May 2024Eskom chairperson Mteto Nyati speaks to ITWeb news editor Admire Moyo about how the power utility is working to keep the lights on and when he expects the firm to start making profits. Nyati also reveals his leadership style as well as what motivated him to pen his book “Betting on a Darkie”.#itwebtv #eskom...


Labour Court checks Numsa on RAF strike scrummage call

However, with reference to the judgment of Le Grange J, Numsa acknowledges that the strike notice was defective and Numsa has noted the Court’s acceptance of Numsa’s suggestion as to how this is capable of being cured.


Errant spaza shops caught out in Ga-Rankuwa

The non-compliant local businesses were exposed during the joint crime-fighting operation by the Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD), the SAPS and the City’s waste management officials.


Truck drivers forum calls off national shutdown

The much-anticipated shutdown was expected to see more than 700 truck drivers from Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng down their tools in a protest against the employment of foreigners, and wage disparities in the sector.


IFP, DA vow to make changes in KZN

IFP pledges free basic education, free learner transport and nutrition programmes at school while the DA seeks to ‘rescue the unattended lives of our people in this province.’


Jason Momoa's Harley-Davidson 'On The Roam' Collection Just Got Bigger

More colorways, more cool gear.


Hisense Unleash The King of 100-Inch TVs: The 100 Mini-LED U7K

Hisense, the reigning champion in home entertainment technology, proudly introduces the 100U7K.


How Bucs legend never played for Chiefs despite signing for them

He wanted to play for Chiefs but this Bucs legend ended up at Mayfair despite signing a contract with the club’s arch-rivals in 2010.


Minister calls for probe into construction safety after four die in Ballito

The department called for a probe into the Ballito incident after construction workers were working in a residential area on private property on Zen Drive when an embankment collapsed on them.


Richemont’s luxury goods sold better in stores last year than online

Johann Rupert, Richemont CEO ‘We experienced a softening of sales in the fourth quarter in Asia-Pacific against challenging comparatives, which was more than offset by higher growth in all the other regions. As we predicted, a sustainable rebound in Chinese demand would take some time.’[


Think of SAA, then ask, ‘What are we voting for when we do vote?’

A cautionary tale: The once mighty state-owned carrier is a shadow of its former self


Tragic twist after Bunnings shoppers made a sad discovery

There is a sad update about a barn owl that was rescued from Bunnings' Tarneit warehouse in Melbourne's west last Thursday.


WATCH: Probe into Chatsworth factory fire

A factory manufacturing different types of lubrication oils from crude oil to engine coolant caught alight in Chatsworth at the weekend. It took firefighters more than two hours to get the fire under control.


Police probe Ballito deadly wall collapse

On social media, condolences continued to pour in for the victims who died at a construction site on Zen Drive in Ballito on Saturday.


Transnet Port Terminals ups volumes as part of its recovery

TPT has embarked on an equipment acquisition drive, with an estimated R3.9 billion in capital investment during the current financial year.


MEC clarifies the issue of payments to NPOs, ongoing investigations and school uniforms subcontractors

During his inaugural State of the Province Address, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi declared that the Department of Social Development has been beset by corruption accusations for a long time, but no action has been taken.


NHI resistance driven by anti-working class agendas

The interests of the working class, encompassing employed, unemployed and self-employed people, are marginalised argues the writer.


Bike shops boomed in the pandemic. It’s been down hill since

Bike shops boomed in the pandemic. It’s been down hill since - Bicycle makers have been slashing prices to clear out the excess


Volunteers sleep on the street to help the homeless

Twenty volunteers traded their warm beds and the safety of their homes for a Night on the Streets, in aid of raising R1 million for the work done by U-turn Homeless Ministries.


Shares in Naspers, Prosus fall after Bloisi is appointed CEO

After Bloisi’s appointment was announced, Naspers shares fell 3.19% to R3954 on the JSE on Friday morning, while Netherlands-based Prosus’ share price fell 2.74% to R702.05. At the same time the All Share index was down only 0.4%


Ryanair announces profit jump and predicts cheaper-than-expected summer fares

Yearly earnings for the budget airline are at a record level despite rises in fuel prices, higher staffing costs and delivery delays. View on euronews


New Jersey woman says she won $2m on the slots at Atlantic City casino. But they won’t pay her a dime

New Jersey woman says she won $2m on the slots at Atlantic City casino. But they won’t pay her a dime - The attorney for 72-year-old Roney Beal says he will file a legal complaint


DA is ready to govern Gauteng after impressive work in the sixth legislature

Despite the ruling party’s persistent efforts to dismantle the economic hub of our country, we stood firm and resolute.


Harry Winston: Armed robbers take several million euros in ‘Jeweler to the Stars’ Paris heist

Harry Winston: Armed robbers take several million euros in ‘Jeweler to the Stars’ Paris heist - This is not the first time the luxury store has been robbed


Eskom awaits presidential guidance on essential load shedding

The Pretoria High Court affirmed a judgment mandating Eskom to ensure continuous power supply to essential facilities.


Uber offers London drivers cash incentives to switch to EVs

Ride hailing company to offer drivers EV drivers reduced rate charging. View on euronews


Electricity Minister gives update on state of national grid

JOHANNESBURG - Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa will give an update on the Energy Action Plan. It comes as we mark 54 days of uninterrupted power supply. WATCH: EXPERT DISMISSES SUGGESTIONS THAT ABSENCE OF BLACKOUTS IS DUE TO UPCOMING ELECTIONS This is a result of sufficient generation capacity from a more reliable generation fleet. Eskom...


Probe to be launched into Ballito tragedy

The four deceased are believed to be construction workers who were working in a residential area on a private property on Zen Drive when an embankment collapsed on them.


Arctic Cat Recalls Two UTV Models Due to Fire Hazard

A fuel leak around the filler neck on the Prowler Pro and Tracker poses a fire hazard.


Tshwane dismisses false message on the sale of its prepaid electricity

The City of Tshwane said it had taken note of a misleading message making the rounds on social media and various applications indicating that customers will no longer be able to buy prepaid electricity.


NHI while driving equality will deepen poverty in SA

The government is the largest purchaser of medical devices in South Africa and with the arrival of NHI looks set to be the only purchaser shortly.


Ahead in the markets: manufacturing PMIs, UK CPI and Nvidia earnings

In the week ahead, global manufacturing PMIs, inflation data from the United Kingdom (UK), and Nvidia’s quarterly results will be in the spotlight for the financial markets. View on euronews


The top 3 focus areas for creatives who are chasing financial freedom

Being an influencer comes with some unique financial challenges.


Shoprite to cooperate with police after teenager dies following alleged confinement in store cold room

Shoprite said while it cannot divulge details of the incident, in which a teenager died after allegedly being locked in one of their store cold rooms, they would cooperate with the police.


General Motors' Plug-In Hybrids Are Coming Back To The U.S. In 2027

Almost 20 years after the Chevrolet Volt went into development, GM will bring back hybrid cars with a plug. Will Americans buy them?


Hawks, SIU confiscate electronics, documents at Home Affairs offices in five provinces

Home Affairs officials in the identified centres work with syndicates to duplicate application status files applied for in other offices and process them for a fee.


Truck forum suspends national shutdown

The All Truck Drivers Forum and Allied South Africa says a planned nationwide shutdown has been suspended. The decision comes following a meeting between the forum and stakeholders at the weekend.


Phakamile Hlubi-Majola: NHI can succeed if we follow Cuba’s lead

Cuba has established the best healthcare system in the world, free of charge to all its citizens by totally overhauling the profit based system of healthcare, says the writer.


Former Warrington Wolves star Jon Clarke discusses possible Super League return, NRL role and Eddie Jones

Clarke has worked with some of the biggest names in both codes of rugby.


Financial markets: More of the same?

The current strong recovery of global and South African financial markets continues.


Industry cheers adoption of Electricity Regulation Bill

The ERA Bill, once enacted, is expected to steady Eskom’s hand and expedite open-market trade in electricity.


Semigration: These are the hotspots South Africans are moving to

Coastal property markets continue to improve. These are hotspots South Africans are relocating to.


Bajaj’s CNG Bike Is Coming Much Sooner Than Expected

The Bruzer 125 is set to take India’s roads by storm on June 18, 2024.


South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Monday, 20 May

In the latest news in South Africa on Monday, 20 May, here is everything you need to know about the major changes to traffic fines in SA.


Tributes pour in for former Irish media executive Tony O'Reilly as news of his death spreads

Irish Prime Minister hails 'trailblazer' Tony O'Reilly after rugby great dies, aged 88.


Irish economist urges staff quota system for ECB amid fears Ireland may fall behind

ECB economist calls on the Central Bank to open a national quota-based employment process, as he fears Irish representation will fall behind. Euronews look at how nationalities are represented within the ECB. View on euronews