South Africa

Stokvels, taxi associations must get access to Reserve Bank through public share scheme - ANC

There are no contradictions within the ANC when it comes to the nationalisation of the South African Reserve Bank says the party, following its national executive committee lekgotla.

Africa

Uganda deports French, Rwandan nationals in security threat

Uganda says it has deported a French national and a Rwandan accused of compromising national security.

World

WATCH: Oklahoma students demand action after 'blackface' video

University of Oklahoma students are demanding action from campus administrators after video of a now-former student wearing blackface and using a racial epithet got attention online.

Sport24

Djokovic into Open semis after injured Nishikori retires

Novak Djokovic was handed an easy passage into the semi-finals of the Australian Open after his quarter-final opponent, Kei Nishikori, was forced to retire in the second set.

Business

Inflation falls to 4.5% for December

Inflation for December moderated to 4.5%, in line with market expectations.

'Flexing' or bragging about your expensive things may stop you from making friends, research shows

Nobody likes being overshadowed, but bragging about your money is a surefire way to do this.

Entertainment

They’re coming back because they love us! UK super-group Rudimental announce 2019 SA tour!

BRIT award-winning, UK super-group Rudimental have announced they’ll be heading back to South Africa in April 2019.

Education department provides toilets, but the wrong ones

The Eastern Cape education department has provided 11 temporary toilets to a school where a five-year-old girl almost drowned in human waste in a dilapidated pit latrine. But they’re the wrong toilets.

Tech

The CEO behind 'Pokémon Go' says the company is cash-flow positive as it becomes worth almost R55 billion

Niantic, the creator of "Pokémon Go," is now worth almost $4 billion, thanks to a new investment of $245 million.

Green

Europe's mightiest river is drying up, most likely causing a recession in Germany. Yes, really.

The Rhine is crucial for German industry because it provides an avenue for the distribution of raw materials to German manufacturers.

MyNews24

Where are we headed?

Our president can send the best people he can muster around the world (envoys he calls them) to drum up investment for SA but it won’t happen if he cannot ensure a constant economical source of electricity.

health24

A healthy lifestyle lowers the odds of breast cancer's return

According to the lead author of a recent study, healthier lifestyles 'might improve the prognosis of breast cancer patients if adherence is high'.

Wheels24

'It's not such a big thing in my view' - says Kimi Raikkonen as the 'Iceman's' book becomes a best seller

'It's not such a big thing in my view. I lived through it and it just happens to be now it's in a book,' says Kimi Raikkonen as his biography becomes a best-seller.

W24

Could Kamala Harris become the first black woman president of the U.S. in 2020?

Democratic Senator Kamala Harris announced her 2020 presidential bid on Sunday, giving much-needed hope to many.

Travel

Less-famous hikes across SA you can still conquer this summer

If you've tread the same road a few too many times, here as some lesser known hikes to help invigorate your love of the walk.

Parent24

Extended courses and lecturers who care can help ensure no student gets left behind

In a recently published collection of articles titled 'Teaching in Extended Programmes in South Africa', it is revealed that lecturers at tertiary institutions really do make students the centre of their teaching practice.

Food24

7 Wine terms every wine lover should know

Wine négociant, Wade Bales shares some wine lingo you can add to your vocab.

Careers24

Why 2019 is an interesting year to get a Management qualification

When reflecting on epochs in world history, historians often make reference to an ancient Chinese curse – ‘May you live in interesting times!’

Property24

Rental yield vs capital growth: Which is the ‘best investment’?

Both may sparkle now, but with a property investment, long-term performance is usually what matters most. Here's what investors need to know...

Gaming

Fortnite Secret Skirmish Tournament Boasts R6.9 Million Prize Pool

Epic Games is kicking off the new year with a bang and while millions of gamers are enjoying the Ice Storm event right now, watching pros fight it out for a massive prize pool is something esports fans will absolutely love. Enter the Fortnite Secret Skirmish tournament, boasting a $500,000 prize pool. That’s nearly R7 …