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Playing dumb about thugs

Protection fees and the construction mafia are not new in South Africa it's just that the authorities pretend they did not know about it.

WHO says droplets are 'minor' route of transmission

The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Tuesday said droplets were a minor route of transmission for mpox compared to physical contact, adding that more research was needed to understand how the outbreak is spreading.

Devolving railways way to go

Municipalities know the needs of communities, understand local terrain.

Prizes galore in new feature race

Racing’s cup runneth over. The South African game got another big boost this week with the announcement of a major new feature race meeting in Cape Town – the Cape Racing Festival Sales Day in mid-March, with prize money rising to R10 million over an initial three-year period.

UK doctors warm of 'vaping epidemic'

Leading UK doctors urged the government yesterday to pass legislation to tackle “a vaping epidemic”, in particular among young people, by banning disposable e-cigarettes and all flavours apart from tobacco.

Growing old together

Unlike a nursing home, group decides how they want to live’.

'Stellies have nothing to lose'

Stellenbosch head coach Steve Barker believes his side have absolutely nothing to lose, as they bid to take down Mamelodi Sundowns and reach the MTN8 final.

EBEN: IN OR OUT?

Amiraculous recovery by the lock could see a change in the team to face the All Blacks.

Easy victories for Novak, Coco

Defending champion Novak Djokovic eased into the second round of the US Open with a straight-sets victory over qualifier Radu Albot on Monday as Coco Gauff launched her defence of the women's title with a convincing victory.

Young Boks show future is bright

The selections of Aphelele Fassi and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu at fullback and flyhalf respectively to face the All Blacks in the Rugby Championship at Ellis Park on Saturday indicate a bright future for the Springboks.

Veteran powerlifter pushing for more medal glory

Indonesia's most decorated para powerlifter Ni Nengah Widiasih (right) shouts as she bench presses a heavy weight at her training gym, pushing through a shoulder injury to prepare for her next challenge: winning a third Paralympic medal.

SA athletes ready to go

The South African squad have settled in Paris and are ready to go at the Paralympic Games, according to the team's chef de mission, Patience Shikwambana.

Mngqithi issues a stern warning

On the eve of their MTN8 Cup first leg semifinal clash at the Lucas Moripe Stadium, Mamelodi Sun downs coach Manqoba Mngqithi has offered a friendly warning to Stellenbosch FC.

ADVTech eyes varsity status

Some of the group’s colleges offer degrees that are of the same level as those of public universities.

Bank fuel rewards trump garages

Tops is 30c per litre from BP Rewards, PnP Smart Shopper cards together.

Con artist sequestrated

Marketed the sale of fraudulent travel vouchers at big discounts.

'Victory' fights back

Refit after wooden structure of emblem of British maritime heritage damaged.

Compact in disarray

Stakeholders refuse to signal tacit acceptance of contentious NHI Act.

Limpopo pupils hit by bilharzia outbreak the toilets

About 150 pupils were reportedly affected by the bilharzia outbreak that engulfed a school in Tzaneen, Limpopo.

A bitter pill to swallow

Republic facing emergence of shanty towns daily.

Shelters unbearable, say fire survivors

Survivors of the Jeppestown building fire say they are battling to survive in the \"cold and wet\" conditions of the tents where they've been living since the deadly blaze on Sunday.

SANDF faces civil claims

Labour and human resources issues have most cases report.

Spectacular aviation show returns after hiatus

The 2024 Durban Virginia Airshow on Saturday promises to be a spectacular day for aviation enthusiasts, families and thrill-seekers.

Govt must act, says AG

Western Cape is province with the most well-run councils.

Oasis kiss and make up

The guns have fallen silent, they say as they announce comeback.

Who is after new mayor?

Dada’s noises about tightening up finances may upset powerful people’ in ANC.

BOK LOCK STOCK IS LOW

Injuries create an exciting opportunity’ to see what the next guy can bring tothe Springbok squad.

Olympic champ Ko ends drought

Lydia Ko said she had enjoyed a \"Cinderella\" story after ending an eightyear wait for a Major title L by winning the Women's British Open at St. Andrews on Sunday, just a fortnight after her Olympic gold medal triumph in Paris.

Kompany praises Bayern 'mentality'

New Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany (right) praised his team's mentality after come-from-behind 3-2 Sunday's win at Wolfsburg.

A perfect Anfield start

Arne Slot enjoyed a winning debut as Liverpool boss at Anfield with Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah seor ing in a 2-0 win over Brentford on Sunday.