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HUAWEI REVENUE GROWTH SLOWS

Written by on 31 March 2026

Chinese tech giant Huawei has recorded a slowdown in its revenue growth, with its latest annual report showing only modest gains compared to the previous year. The dip reflects weaker momentum in its consumer business, particularly as sales of smartphones and other devices begin to level off. The slowdown comes amid sluggish domestic demand in […]

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COURT POSTPONES VAAL CRASH CASE

Written by on 31 March 2026

UPDATE: The case against 22-year-old driver Ayanda Dludla, accused in the deadly Vaal scholar transport crash, has been postponed to 22 April following his brief appearance in the Vanderbijlpark Magistrate’s Court. He is facing serious charges, including 14 counts of murder, three counts of attempted murder, and operating a vehicle without a valid certificate of […]

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CELINE DION RETURNS TO THE STAGE

Written by on 31 March 2026

After nearly six years away from live performances, Celine Dion is officially making her much-anticipated return to the stage, delighting fans worldwide. The five-time Grammy winner, known for iconic hits like “My Heart Will Go On” and “It’s All Coming Back To Me Now,” has been absent from full-length concerts, leaving a noticeable gap in […]

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PROTEAS WOMEN EYE SERIES WIN IN WELLINGTON

Written by on 31 March 2026

South Africa’s Women’s cricket team, the Proteas, will aim to secure a series win against New Zealand in the second ODI at Wellington’s Basin Reserve on Wednesday. They currently lead the three-match series 1-0 after a thrilling two-wicket victory in the opening game in Christchurch on Sunday. Debutant Kayla Reyneke starred in the win, scoring […]

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OPERATION VULINDLELA TO BOOST INVESTMENT

Written by on 31 March 2026

President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted Operation Vulindlela, meaning “to open the way” in isiZulu, as a collaborative initiative between the Presidency and the National Treasury, working alongside other government departments. The program aims to drive the implementation of comprehensive economic reforms to accelerate South Africa’s growth. The core objective of Operation Vulindlela is to lower the […]

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GAUTENG ANC WELCOMES BUDGET APPROVAL

Written by on 31 March 2026

The Gauteng ANC has welcomed the approval of key provincial budget bills, saying they will enable the government to fund essential services and respond to major challenges facing the province. The budget focuses on issues such as unemployment, crime, poor infrastructure, and service delivery, while aligning with Human Rights Month’s theme of making human dignity […]

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WESTERN CAPE URGES GRADE 8 APPLICATIONS

Written by on 31 March 2026

The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has called on parents to urgently apply for Grade 8 placements for the 2027 academic year. With only two weeks remaining, about 28,000 current Grade 7 learners have not yet submitted their applications. The on-time admissions window closes on 14 April 2026. Provincial Education Minister David Maynier emphasized that […]

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BID TO CANCEL MOTHIBI APPOINTMENT REJECTED

Written by on 31 March 2026

Pretoria- A legal challenge to overturn Advocate Andy Mothibi’s appointment as National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) has been dismissed by the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria. The challenge, filed by Barnabas Xulu, argued that the advisory panel used to select NDPP candidates was unconstitutional and that Mothibi was not interviewed. The court ruled that […]

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SOWETO DERBY TICKET SALE HITS GLITCH

Written by on 31 March 2026

JOHANNESBURG – Thousands of fans faced frustration as tickets for the Soweto Derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates went on sale. Slow processing and server errors caused the MyTicket system to crash nearly an hour after sales began, leaving many unable to secure seats for the highly anticipated match. The game, originally scheduled for […]

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ZIMBABWE TRANSPORT CRISIS OVER FUEL

Written by on 30 March 2026

HARARE- Zimbabwe is facing a severe public transport crisis after fares surged by 70% following rising fuel prices. Many commuters, especially in Harare, are struggling to afford the R34 fare, with some forced to walk long distances or hitch rides on open trucks. The fuel hike has also driven up the cost of basic food, […]

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