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Covid-19 update: SA’s recovery rate increases to 71%
The number of recoveries currently stands at 377,266.
As of today, a cumulative total of 529,877 confirmed Covid-19 cases in South Africa have been recorded, Health Minister Zweli Mkhize has announced.
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Business News
Cash-strapped Denel must dig deep to pay salaries
Denel’s financial woes make it unlikely that salaries will be paid by Friday, considering they need at least R370 million every month in working capital to keep operations running, but have R866 million in debts.
Courts
Fresh bid launched to have drunk driving judge impeached
Freedom Under Law believes the JSC has breached its duty in permitting Judge Motata to retain his office and title of judge, after his drunken rant and car crash more than 10 years ago.
Crime
Court asked to step in, in case of 12-year-old alcoholic rape survivor
The girl was orphaned at five, raped at seven, and is now addicted to snuff and alcohol, prompting advocates to ask the court to protect her from her family and get her the help she desperately needs.
Courts
Organisations gear up for third live sheep export court battle
Wildlife organisation HSI-Africa remains unmoved on their stance that live sheep exports not only contravene South Africa’s Animals Protection Act, but potentially put the lives of consumers and tens of thousands of sheep at risk.
Motoring News
Renault Koleos big, chic and simple
Uncomplicated SUV a good ride let down by a not-so-good CVT.
South Africa
Kings living in the lap of taxpayer funded luxury
According to a Government Gazette published in April, kings and queens earn R1 239 918 per annum, a senior traditional leader or chief earns R270 942 and headman/headwoman earns R116 418 per annum.
Editorials
Trade-off needed in power debate
Climate change is real – but so is poverty. So compromise has to be the solution.
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Zim situation a dire warning to SA
When Mugabe was overthrown in 2017, the ‘new dawn’ promised by new President Emmerson Mnangagwa has proved to be just as elusive as the one Cyril Ramaphosa sold South Africa.
horse news
Racehorse auction rakes in millions
A group of humble stable grooms sold a racehorse at the weekend for a whopping R1.2 million.
Government
R670m irregular expenditure uncovered at Emfuleni municipality
The probe uncovered a seemingly systematic processing of duplicate payments, fraudulent transactions pertaining to the transfer of contracts, as well as overcharging on agreed monthly fees.
Courts
Constitutional Court ends tug-of-war over eNatis
The Constitutional Court has found no basis to ‘disturb’ findings and dismissed the department’s appeal.
General
Job seekers not obliged to provide payslip to potential recruiters
‘If they’re serious about finding the correct skill then they will come back to you,’ says Tshabalala.
Lotto Lotto and Lotto Plus results, Wednesday, 05 August, 2020
Here are the winning lottery numbers from Wednesday night’s live draw.
Government Dissolve executive arm of government to rid country of corruption – Holomisa
On Monday, President Cyril Ramaphosa said while not all business between the state and family members or friends of politicians was corrupt, it undermined public confidence and created a perception of nepotism and abuse.
Courts ‘Miracle’ man guilty of scamming teacher out of R600k, claimed he could ‘cleanse’ it into R30m
He had also tried to bribe detectives with R100,000 to secure his release.
Courts Church attack: State ‘riding a dead horse’, says lawyer representing 17 accused
A member of the SANDF is in hospital after sustaining severe burn wounds.
Accidents Four die in two separate fires in Cape Town
The cause of both fires was still unknown.
Politics Alcohol ban should not be lifted just yet – DA’s Makashule Gana at odds with party’s position
DA leadership hopeful Mbali Ntuli, who was this week’s guest on the episode, said she believed the government could be more creative with the ban.
Business News
Cash-strapped Denel must dig deep to pay salaries
Denel’s financial woes make it unlikely that salaries will be paid by Friday, considering they need at least R370 million every month in working capital to keep operations running, but have R866 million in debts.
local soccer Pitso reveals his succession plan at Sundowns
“We are currently preparing the team for the future because of the age of the important players in the team,” says Mosimane.
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Cash-strapped Denel must dig deep to pay salaries
Denel’s financial woes make it unlikely that salaries will be paid by Friday, considering they need at least R370 million every month in working capital to keep operations running, but have R866 million in debts.
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Nuno confident Premier League will grant Wolves delayed start
Premier League bosses will permit those clubs still involved in European competition to begin their domestic campaign later than the scheduled September 12 date, says Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Nuno Espirito Santo.
Sport
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Ahly set for glory as Egypt restart strongest African league
Club football returns on Thursday to Egypt, the home of African giants Al Ahly and Zamalek, after being suspended since March due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Lifestyle
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Cindy Mahlangu and Sandile Mahlangu join Scandal!
Two Mpumalanga natives, actress Cindy Mahlangu and film enthusiast Sandile Mahlangu, have joined ‘Scandal!’
Business
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Smoking ban’s health benefits ‘miniscule’ court hears
BATSA has argued that the ban on smoking is counterproductive, and the benefits to public health are outweighed by the damage being done to livelihoods, individuals, and the economy.
Opinion
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We have a chance to rewrite script
For those tired of the constant calls for a war on corruption, there is good news and that is that we have the power to write our own script at the voting booth.
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Job opportunities for moms who want to work remotely
Here are some exciting roles for moms that are looking for opportunities.
Motoring
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Executive shake-up at Ford and Volkswagen South Africa
Thomas Schaefer swaps Uitenhage for Mladá Boleslav in becoming the new Global CEO for Skoda.
World
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Beirut blast: Tracing the explosives that tore city apart
Lebanese officials knew for more than six years that the ammonium nitrate was stored in Hangar 12 of Beirut’s port. And they were well aware of the dangers it posed.
