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South Africa

Tshwane hospitals, clinics affected by floods still operational - Health MEC Masuku

While several hospitals and clinics in Tshwane had been affected by the floods this week, they remain operational, Gauteng Health MEC Bandile Masuku has said.

Africa

Algeria: a year rocked by anti-regime protests

Algeria has been in political turmoil for most of the year, with mass protests against the government continuing even after the resignation of long-time president Abdelaziz Bouteflika in April.

World

New Zealand volcano death toll rises; many survivors 'critical'

Official death toll up to eight with eight missing presumed dead and more survivors suffering severe burns.

Sport24

Stormers bosses demand success from Dobson

Stormers coach John Dobson and his assistants will be under pressure to improve the team during next year's Super Rugby competition.

Business

Farmers reeling from latest bout of load shedding

Eskom's current load shedding has struck as the Western Cape is in the midst of the fruit season, impacting an already subdued agriculture industry.

South Africans scrambled for load shedding gear this week – this is what flew off the shelves at Game

Despite the increasing availability of innovative power and lighting technology, candles were among the first to go.

Entertainment

Spend the night with Charlize Theron

From playing a spy, to a burnt-out mom, to a parody comedy show – here are three things to watch starring Charlize Theron.

Load shedding forces matric exam markers to relieve themselves under trees

Load shedding by Eskom has had a dire impact on Department of Basic Education officials marking matric exam papers.

Tech

This is how Facebook learns what you buy at physical stores in order to show you relevant ads — and how to opt out

Facebook learns about what users are buying in order to serve them ads that reflect what they're likely to spend money on.

Green

Climate activist Greta Thunberg is Time 2019 person of the year

Greta Thunberg, the Swedish teenager who became the voice of conscience for a generation facing the climate change emergency, has been named as Time magazine's 2019 Person of the Year.

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health24

A quarter of SA children's hospital deaths linked to severe malnutrition

A new report details how the country’s law reforms and health systems impact children’s rights to healthcare.

Wheels24

SEE | Car-themed T-shirts, model cars, Mercedes-AMG shoes - 5 perfect Christmas gifts for petrolheads

It's that time of the year when families get together in the spirit of Christmas and share gifts. While on the subject, here are a few ideas that will make any petrolhead smile.

W24

OPINION: Zozibini Tunzi has left the door open for all of us to walk through

Young girls learn very early in life that they cannot (and should not) think for themselves and instead, conform to society, try not to do the things that boys do and never be the "head", always the necks, writes Nthabi Nhlapo.

Travel

WATCH | This part freshwater, part saltwater lake is a free-diving paradise

Barracuda Lake in the Philippines is a crystal clear lake with a natural phenomenon - it has two temperatures in one lake.

Parent24

WATCH: Graphic moment woman gives birth alone in jail cell - 'Nobody cared'

Despite alerting staff of her contractions in the early hours, Diana Sanchez was left without medical treatment or pain relief for 5 hours, and was taken to hospital only 30 minutes after her son was born.

MyHome24 | Partner Content

Home buying jargon

Feel like you need an interpreter to translate your offer to purchase? Don’t know the difference between a mortgagee and a mortgagor? We’ve taken the confusion out!

Partner Content

Test your entrepreneurial knowledge

Are you a natural entrepreneur?

Food24

8 homemade edible gifts to make for your favourite foodie this Christmas

Show your love this festive season with some great food focused presents!

Careers24

Significant decline in available jobs online

The recruitment landscape in South Africa continues to show signs of pressure according insights from Careers24, one of South Africa’s leading job boards.

Property24

Why young families and retirees are choosing to live in Port Elizabeth

The friendly city with a big heart is one of the most affordable places to live in South Africa, with a range of property options from apartments to homes in estates.