Covid-19 pandemic
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Court orders UIF TERS fraudster to sell her house to pay back stolen money
The long arm of the law caught up to a woman who, in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic, stole…
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Lockdown: Government in talks to reopen Ters scheme to aid those affected
The government is in talks to reopen the Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme (Ters) for industries worst affected by the lockdown.…
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Televangelist Prophet TB Joshua’s last Moments: How he died
Prophet TB Joshua’s last Moments: How he died. TB Joshua, the founder of the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN),…
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Minister Mkhize says SA already in 3rd wave of Covid-19 pandemic – report
South Africa is in the third wave of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a news report. Minister of Health Dr…
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Government considering new lockdown rules for South Africa ahead of third wave
The resurgence of the Covid-19 pandemic in India has prompted the South African government to consider introducing additional measures in…
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Senzo Mchunu calls for proposals to end wage talks deadlock
Public Service and Administration Minister Senzo Mchunu on Monday called on South Africans to come forward with proposals for resolving…
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COVID-19: Competition Commission’s work made an impact during pandemic
A study conducted by the Competition Commission revealed that its work had a significant impact during the Covid-19 pandemic, especially…
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Video: Zodwa Wabantu takes her Egg business to another level
Controversial media personality Zodwa Wabantu continues to prove she’s one of the most business-savvy entertainers in Mzansi. From dancing with…
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Simphiwe Dana takes aim at President Cyril Ramaphosa
Award-winning musician Simphiwe Dana has taken aim at President Cyril Ramaphosa for what she labelled “ignoring” artists and their cries…
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Donald ventures into business amid Covid-19 pandemic
Donald has taken to his social media to announce that he has broadened his horizons as he ventures into business…
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Photos: Vaccinated Kotas leave Mzansi in shock
Kotas come in different variations. There’s the grilled chicken, shwarma, or boerie kota. Then, there’s the kota with added bacon…
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Legendary Fugard Theatre closes its doors
The closure of the iconic Fugard Theatre in Cape Town has left the industry reeling. It’s just the latest business…
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List of countries with travel bans on South Africa
Airlines and countries around the world have extended their travel bans on South Africa due to fears that travel could…
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NGO helps Diepsloot matrics get 100% pass rate for Maths
A non-profit organization which has been providing supplementary Maths support to high school pupils has helped its Diepsloot Class of…
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SAPS warns job seekers to beware of job ad scams
The South African Police Service (Saps) has warned job seekers about social media scams and hoax messages containing police job…
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Domestic workers describe the pain of Covid-19 pandemic
As South Africa observes the first anniversary since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, domestic workers are still bearing woeful…
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Robben Island Museum cancels bursary programme due to COVID-19
The Robben Island Museum said it has canceled its annual bursary programme for 2021 due to financial strain caused by…
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Miss Universe 2020 to be Crowned in May
After a delay in the Miss Universe 2020 crowning due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s all systems go for the…
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Inmates trounce pupils in Covid-ravaged 2020 matric year
The 2020 prison inmate matric cohort achieved a resounding 86.3% pass rate compared to the 76.2% rate achieved by outside…
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WC school principals concerned over dropout rate
Principals in the Western Cape are concerned about the number of children who have to drop out of school. This…
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#Sona2021: Over R57 billion paid out to 4.5m workers during pandemic
The Covid-19 pandemic came at a time where the country continued to battle “a legacy of exclusion and dispossession”, President…
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Govt speaks on extending alcohol drinking age in South Africa
Cabinet considers extending the alcohol drinking age in South Africa. The Covid-19 pandemic has seen South Africa imposing an alcohol…
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Gauteng schools warned not to withhold report cards over unpaid fees
The Gauteng Education Department is warning schools not to withhold report cards due to non-payment of school fees. A recent…
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Meet Dr Thakgalo Thibela, a 21-year-old woman who just became one of SA’s youngest doctors
Dr Thakgalo Thibela is anything but your ordinary 21-year-old. While most people her age are either busy completing their degrees…
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Judgment in ATM’s motion of no confidence case against President Ramaphosa reserved
Judgment has been reserved in the Western Cape High Court in the ATM’s application to compel National Assembly Speaker Thandi…
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Lady Gaga: Covid-19 made me want to help people
Lady Gaga says the Covid-19 pandemic has “mobilised” her to “work on how [she] can help the world”, because she…
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Zambian diplomat says innovation could save tourism after Covid-19 devastating effects
Zambian high commissioner to South Africa Jackson Miti has called for increased innovation within Zambia’s tourism sector to ensure the…
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Interpol urges dating-app users to beware of fraudsters
The International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) has issued a notice on criminals who have been using dating apps to solicit…
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Ex-apartheid cop denies involvement in struggle activist Neil Aggett’s death
Former security branch police officer Martin Naude admits he “did wrong” during apartheid, but he’s adamant he had nothing to…
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Level 3 lockdown: Magoshas take their business online
S.e.x workers who are struggling to make a living during the Covid-19 pandemic are turning to the internet to make…
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SAMA: Healthcare workers employed in units they aren’t qualified for
The South African Medical Association (SAMA) says it is concerned about reports that, during the Covid-19 pandemic, medical staff were…
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UDM leader Bantu Holomisa fed up with govt’s response to COVID-19 pandemic
UDM (United Democratic Movement) leader, Bantu Holomisa is fed up with the government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Holomisa says…
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SIU investigates eThekwini Municipality’s Covid-19 spending
The Special Investigating Unit confirmed on Monday it had begun a wide-ranging forensic probe against eThekwini Municipality for the alleged…
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Public Protector says healthcare professionals at State hospitals work in shocking conditions
Findings of a report released by the Public Protector‘s office on Monday have detailed shocking conditions to which healthcare professionals…
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Rwanda’s health minister says country is ready to receive Covid-19 vaccine
Rwandan Minister of Health Daniel Ngamije has on Sunday announced that Rwanda was ready to receive AstraZeneca and Moderna vaccines…
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President Cyril Ramaphosa issues warning to South Africans on Covid-19 pandemic
Cyril Ramaphosa has issued a warning to South African as regarding Covid-19 pandemic. According to the weekly letter, the president…
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Finance Minister Tito Mboweni delivers medium-term budget speech
Finance Minister Tito Mboweni delivers his Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement against a difficult economic backdrop, worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic.…
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Dr Zweli Mkhize issues a strong warning to the public after contracting COVID-19
After an exhaustive seven months as South Africa’s leading authority on the COVID-19 pandemic, Zweli Mkhize – and his wife…
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Premier David Makhura considering SIU’s findings on MEC Masuku
Gauteng Premier David Makhura has received, and is considering, a Special Investigating Unit (SIU) report pertaining to Health MEC Bandile…
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IFC and Imperial partner to pilot modular COVID-19 Screening in sub-Saharan Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa, September 23, 2020 – IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, today announced a partnership with South…
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Due to the Covid-19 pandemic R4.4bn needed for extended university academic year – Minister Blade Nzimande
Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande said a total of R4.4 billion would be required for the extension of the academic…
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Minister Mkhize says SA is moving away from COVID-19 peak
Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize says South Africa is moving away from the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Mkhize says…
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More than 73 mineworkers have died of Covid-19
There have been 73 deaths due to the Covid-19 pandemic in the mining sector as of Monday, Mine Health and…
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Thando Thabethe is keeping positive during the Covid-19 pandemic
Though the national lockdown and Covid-19 pandemic have derailed her plans, former Generations: The Legacy star Thando Thabethe believes that…
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Candy Tsa Mandebele has opened up about her struggles during the Covid-19 pandemic
Like many South Africans, award-winning musician and actress Candy Tsa Mandebele Mokwena has been hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic,…
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Calls for school to be closed as the country nears the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic
There are growing calls for schools to be closed as the country nears the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Teachers’…
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Schooling to resume while teacher unions await final decision from Minister Angie Motshekga
The impasse between Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga and teacher unions over the unions’ demand of a total shutdown of…
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Concern as another ambulance is attacked in Cape Town
Health officials and unions have expressed concern over attacks on Emergency Management Services (EMS) personnel that have continued unabated, even…
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Why managing blood pressure matters during COVID-19 pandemic
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a leading cause of death around the world. It’s also one of the top…
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DJ Euphonik goes back to School
DJ Euphonik has decided to use the COVID-19 pandemic to his advantage by going back to school. The DJ is…
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