The Citizen - October 26, 2024

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October 26, 2024

Nkunjana to crack the activist whip

INTENDS DRIVING THE REBUILDING AND RENEWAL OF ANC COMMUNITY SUPPORT

3 mins

Gauteng taxis to go cashless, says Lesufi

The Gauteng taxi industry is set to go cashless with a 2026 deadline, according to Gauteng premier Panyaza Lesufi.

1 min

Are the cops winning?

But those living in certain Joburg hotspots disagree.

2 mins

US Republicans condemn SA for Taiwan office ultimatum

More US Republican Party congressmen have joined the queue to condemn South Africa for expelling Taiwan's liaison office from its capital.

2 mins

Zuma still expelled – Mbaks

FORMER PUBLIC PROTECTOR WILL BE CONVENOR FOR PARTY'S MPUMALANGA REGION

2 mins

Zuma still expelled - Mbaks

Former president Jacob Zuma's appeal to be reinstated as a member of the party is being processed, ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula said.

1 min

MK introduces Mkhwebane

Remains committed to working with progressive parties.’

1 min

State urged to intensify policing of informal food outlets

Government and its institutions need to be stricter in bylaw enforcement to prevent the sale of harmful food, according to Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi.

2 mins

Trio held for mass shooting

Three people are in custody in connection with the shooting of six people on Thursday in Cape Town.

1 min

Mchunu fumes in court

Simao appears in in Protea court on murder charge.

2 mins

Blue lights criticised

Complaints about VIP unit’s behaviour mount in Gauteng, says association.

2 mins

Rebel commander jailed for war crimes

A Ugandan court yesterday sentenced a former Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) commander to 40 years in prison after a landmark war crimes trial over his role in the group's two-decade reign of terror.

2 mins

Defence dept told to pull up its socks

The auditor-general's (AG) warning to the department of defence and military veteran to pull their socks up has forced the department to take steps to fix its historically poor financial management, which results in wasteful and fruitless expenditure.

1 min

°Destigmatise breast cancer,

Expert urges public to desist from labelling affected men.

2 mins

R511m on health unspent

With thousands of cancer patients on the waiting list for radiation treatment in Gauteng, the provincial department of health reportedly failed to spend R511 million of the budget for urgent cases.

2 mins

Unrest after Moz polls

The Mozambican capital Maputo awoke to wreckage yesterday as protests turned violent following ruling party Frelimo's re-election after 49 years in power.

1 min

Picky protection rules curb Swiss mushrooming craze

After suffocating Covid restrictions, many em-braced the call of the wild and the joys of foraging, but tightening Swiss biodiversity protection measures are infuriating growing hordes of mushroom-picking enthusiasts.

1 min

It's not a free-for-all

Opinions may be published, but not non-factual insults.

3 mins

Forget the lies, vote early, young Republicans say

Voting has already begun in the US presidential election and on the ground, young canvassers for Donald Trump have a challenging mission - to persuade supporters to cast their ballots early, despite conspiracy theories long fuelled by the Republican billionaire.

1 min

Europe should not 'depend' on US vote

Top EU official Charles Michel has said the bloc's future should not rely on the result of the US election, as he suggested both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris would stick to protectionist policies.

2 mins

Climate change poser

»» Neither Trump, nor Harris outline comprehensive green transition.

2 mins

So who's scaring blue-light brigade?

The Automobile Association (AA) doesn't normally make political statements, but no doubt it will be accused in some quarters of doing exactly that with its latest press release.

1 min

Whites need to dig deep into past

Author LP Hartley's famous line, \"The past is a foreign country; they do things differently there\" is fairly apt when the discussion of colonialism and its offshoot, apartheid arises.

1 min

Tragedy of a decaying city

A has since 1994 been in slow but steady decline, aside from a sunny interlude of brisk economic growth under former president Thabo Mbeki. It is not contested, even by ANC supporters, that by virtually every important political, social and economic statistical measure we have gone backwards.

2 mins

Honour South Africans while they're alive

Too often we ignore our sports people and creatives, writes Tsepo Mhlongo.

1 min

Respect is based on merit

Former president and global icon Nelson Mandela is quoted as saying: \"My respect for human beings is based not on the colour of a man's skin nor authority he may wield, but purely on merit.\"

1 min

All aboard the gravy train for GNU

I thought when we got new ministers, they would respect the fact that South Africa is bankrupt and spend the money wisely.

1 min

Hamas 'ready' for peace

Also demands Gaza withdrawal, prisoner exchange and aid.

2 mins

Taiwan 'won't give an inch' - defiant leader

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said yesterday the island will not cede in defence of its territory, as China maintains military pressure on Taipei to accept its claim of sovereignty.

1 min

‘Pay up for past wrongs, Charles’

SUMMIT: HISTORY HAUNTS CASH-STRAPPED BRITAIN

1 min

Kim's men in Ukraine worry Japan

Japan said yesterday it was following with \"serious concern\" indications that North Korean troops are in Russia ahead of their possible deployment in Ukraine.

1 min

Dutch farmers face mounting dung heap crisis

Dutch farmer Jos Verstraten scaled a ladder up the side of a large slurry tank and peered at its contents, which gave off an overpowering ammonia smell.

2 mins

EU sanctions add to Iran's aviation pain

Iranian photographer Tannaz was on her way to Tehran's airport when European sanctions on flag carrier Iran Air forced her to return home, unable to make it to work in Paris.

1 min

Sole child is village's joy

Japan’s low birth rate quiet emergency’ prime minister.

2 mins

A master of illusion

Rob Lake pushes the boundaries of magic.

3 mins

Journalism is a strange thing

It's the compulsive desire to say something, to create words and tell stories, to share with people the weird, wonderful, shocking and surprising.

1 min

Roses: a reflection of beauty

There’s a deeper meaning to names of the beautiful flowers we grow in gardens.

2 mins

It's time to take action for healthier, happier pets

October marks Pet Obesity Month and although it's almost over, you still need to reflect on your pet's health, particularly their weight and nutrition.

1 min

Exams: less stress, more focus

How to control anxiety to get best results.

3 mins

Help us boost returns

It’s crucial to leverage the power of compounding.

3 mins

Hope for vehicle finance

New firm revives ambition of those whose applications had been declined.

3 mins

Costly mistakes that can derail your financial goals

This article examines a variety of common financial missteps that could slow down your journey toward achieving financial security and prosperity.

2 mins

Charity Mile draw is a concern

VJ’s Angel stands out on Turffontein card.

7 mins

The drive was snow joke

TERRITORY TREND: IT HANDLES THE ROAD IN DRY, WET AND SNOWY CONDITIONS

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Mngqithi homes in on the areas that need attention

Mamelodi Sundowns might be enjoying a purple patch of seven straight wins in all competitions at the moment but their coach Manqoba Mngqithi (below) has highlighted a few areas where he wants improvement from his team.

1 min

Pirates keep up the perfect start

PREMIERSHIP: NKOTA BRACE TAKES DOWN AMAZULU

1 min

Hunt must deal with club's business model

Gavin Hunt is a smart coach. He didn't fluke his way to four league titles.

2 mins

Clasico will be a good gauge

La Liga leaders Barcelona visit rivals Real Madrid in a mouthwatering Clasico today, aiming to strike a significant blow in the Spanish title race.

1 min

Back to business for German giants

Stung in their midweek Champions League fixtures in Spain, Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund face tricky away fixtures as they return to the Bundesliga this weekend.

1 min

Gunners can't misfire

Injury-hit Arsenal have little room for error when Premier League leaders Liverpool visit the Emirates tomorrow despite losing just once so far this season.

2 mins

United lacking 'killing' instinct

TEN HAG: ALLOWED FENERBAHCE TO ESCAPE WITH DRAW

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Inter face bitter rivals Juventus in high spirits

Inter Milan head into tomorrow's clash with Juventus in fine spirits after snatching a last-gasp win at Young Boys while their Serie A title rivals are struggling to fire under new coach Thiago Motta (below).

1 min

Felix snaps his barren Chelsea spree

Joao Felix (right) ended his goal drought with a brace as Chelsea powered to a 4-1 win against Panathinaikos in the Uefa Conference League, while Welsh club The New Saints made history with a 2-0 victory against Kazakh side Astana on Thursday.

1 min

Max flexes his muscles

After scrapping to a hard-fought podium ahead of title rival Lando Norris last Sunday, Max Verstappen will seek to end a nine-race winless run on a favourite circuit at this weekend's Mexico Grand Prix.

2 mins

Sainz excited about Williams future

Carlos Sainz (right) believes his days as a race-winning driver will not be over when he leaves Ferrari for Williams next season.

1 min

Lando will do what's 'right'

A defiant Lando Norris (above) said he will \"do what I think is right\" as his battle with Max Verstappen for the Formula One world title intensifies.

1 min

Marquez tops the Thai timesheets

Buriram - Marc Marquez (right) topped the timesheets in practice yesterday for the Thailand MotoGP with a lap record, as championship rivals Jorge Martin came second and Francesco Bagnaia fourth.

1 min

Binder shrugs off team issues

THAILAND: FOCUSED DESPITE PARENT COMPANY WOES

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Davies ready for brutal ocean race

VENDEE GLOBE: EXPERIENCED BRITISH SAILOR TAKES ON THE HIGH SEAS AT HELM OF NEW BOAT

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Sharapova set for Hall of Fame

Former world No 1 Maria Sharapova and the US doubles team of Bob and Mike Bryan were announced on Thursday as 2025 inductees to the International Tennis Hall of Fame.

1 min

Djokovic to sit out the Paris Masters

Novak Djokovic (right) said this week he is withdrawing from the Paris Masters, where he is a seven-time champion, in a move which could potentially signal the end of his roller-coaster season.

1 min

Bulls' Bok list mounts

WHITE: SEEN AS A MINOR INCONVENIENCE AS LOUW IS ADDED TO ROSTER

1 min

Tuipulotu wary of the Japanese

Patrick Tuipulotu (above) said yesterday that he is determined not to become the first All Blacks captain to taste defeat against Japan but admitted it \"plays in the back of your head\".

1 min

Huge week for Lions

URC: SURPRISE PACKAGE TEST THEMSELVES AGAINST TOP DOGS LEINSTER

2 mins

Stormers collide with Glasgow in watershed clash

The Stormers are hunting for what will be a vital United Rugby Championship (URC) win over defending champs Glasgow Warriors when the two sides collide at the Danie Craven Stadium in Stellenbosch this afternoon (kick-off 1.45pm).

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Sharp focus is on Bok skipper

South African rugby fans will keep a close eye on the performance of Springbok captain Siya Kolisi (above) and his fellow national players in Durban today when the Sharks host Munster in a United Rugby Championship match (kick-off 4pm).

1 min

UK tour may signal the end for some

SPRINGBOKS: COULD BE A FINAL HURRAH IN GREEN AND GOLD FOR A FEW VETERAN PLAYERS

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Hunt backing Morris

United are still hurting badly as they seek to avenge their Carling Knockout hammering by Chiefs last week.

2 mins

'Very special' Proteas win

While coach Shukri Conrad (above) says every Test win is special, the one achieved this last week, in Dhaka, in the first of two Tests against Bangladesh was \"very special\" after the Proteas' won by seven wickets.

1 min

Lift makes air travel like before

Staff friendly, efficient, and on top of things

2 mins

Pumula Lodge one big WOW!

HIBBERDENE: FAMILY-RUN HOTEL CALLS FOR HYPERBOLE BECAUSE IT'S THAT, WELL, LEKKER

3 mins

Dream turns in a nightmare

BLACKOUTS: TOURISTS FEEL THE PINCH AS CUBA'S CRIPPLED POWER GRID CONSTANTLY FAILS

2 mins

Tourist mecca tiff Canary Islanders in a flap

Thousands of flag-waving demonstrators hit the streets across Spain's Canary Islands on Sunday to demand restrictions to the mass tourism they say is overwhelming their Atlantic archipelago.

2 mins

Make your home feel like a hotel

Spring cleaning tips for the festive season

2 mins

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