Watch: Massive fire breaks out at Indian Covid-19 vaccine manufacturer

The Serum Institute is producing millions of doses of the Covishield coronavirus vaccine developed by AstraZeneca and Oxford University.

A fire broke out Thursday at India's Serum Institute, the world's largest maker of vaccines, but a source said production of the coronavirus vaccine was not affected.

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Politics ‘Cyril’s shares have increased in pandemic’

Among all the political players, Ramaphosa stood out as a champion of the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic – expert

Covid-19 WRAP: 300 days of lockdown – How we survived

We take a look at what has happened since president Cyril Ramaphosa announced the national lockdown.

Courts AfriForum, Solidarity take Dlamini-Zuma to court after she calls their bluff

The organisations say the cooperative governance minister has failed to respond to a letter of demand that was issued to her on 13 January over the country’s Covid-19 vaccine programme.

Covid-19 409 teachers and 10 pupils have died of Covid-19, DBE reveals

The Eastern Cape also had the highest number of deaths of teachers with 151, followed by the Western Cape with 91.

Courts SIU findings on Bandile Masuku ‘relied on imaginary wrongdoings’, court hears

‘The Special Investigating Unit’s findings are thus irrational devoid of evidence and legal foundation,’ Judge Roland Sutherland heard.

Government Gauteng blows R2 million on virtual events as artists, athletes wait for Covid-19 funds

While scores of artists and athletes continue to wait for relief fund applications to be processed, the department is apparently spending millions on virtual celebrations and multimedia campaigns.

Politics Perjury case ‘beginning of the end’ for Mkhwebane as public protector, says Accountability Now

The odds are stacked against Mkhwebane given the perjury case, an investigation by the Legal Practice Council over her fitness for office and the pending parliamentary impeachment process.

Entertainment Everyone’s talking about poet Amanda Gorman – here’s what you need to know

By accepting the invitation to perform, she made history as the youngest-ever poet to perform at a US presidential inauguration.

Courts NHCPA to launch class action suit against medical aid schemes

Gumede said the lawsuit will likely be launched once the panel completes its final report into the matter.

used cars Write-offs being sold to unsuspecting used-vehicle buyers

Vehicle repair association wants insurers to give consumers access to the vehicle write-off register.

Business News Investors owed over R1bn after two forex trading companies go bankrupt

The forensic investigators are now attempting to unscramble the Praesidium/Imagina omelette to see if any funds remain to be returned to investors.

South Africa EFF wants Mediclinic to ban Wouter Basson, slams ANC for rewarding him with ‘liberty and jobs’

Basson was found guilty in December 2013 of unethical misconduct by the HPCSA for his role as the head of the apartheid government’s secret chemical and biological warfare programme.

Government Mthethwa apologises for ‘offensive’ tweet as artists say #NathiMustGo

Artists have been voicing their frustrations using the hashtag #NathiMustGo as they accuse the minister of failing to deal with the pandemic.

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Covid-19 Covid-19 vaccine key to recovery

‘We also don’t even know how long it lasts in humans after they have become infected.’

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‘My colleagues are exhausted. The second wave of infections has definitely taken its toll on healthcare workers.’

Protests Numsa and Macsteel resolve ‘impasse’ over retrenched workers

Macsteel confirmed they had reached ‘a mutual consensus’ with Numsa late on Wednesday.

South Africa Sisulu calls for probe after pensioner’s RDP house reportedly sold to ANC leader

The minister has directed her department to work with the affected municipality and the province to ensure that the pensioner does not remain homeless.

Mgosi Orlando Pirates fans call for Josef Zinnbauer axing

Bucs fans have been putting their frustrations all over social media with some fans questions the German mentor’s line-up and substitutions.

Crime Would-be robber who used toy gun shot dead by motorist in Joburg

A case of armed robbery and an inquest docket have been opened for further investigation.

Business News WATCH: Bolt and Uber drivers struggle under lockdown

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Cricket Home series against Australia is on, says Cricket SA, as interim board looks ahead

The CSA interim board’s term of office expires on February 15 and Yacoob said their focus in the next three weeks would be on formulating a new structure for the board.