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Oil rises as Donald Trump threatens sanctions on Iran partners
International and US crude futures rose on Friday after US President Donald Trump threatened economic sanctions on Iran’s trading partners, raising expectations of tighter supply in the coming weeks. International benchmark Brent crude futures rose 0.09%, to $93.86 a barrel in morning trade. US West Texas Intermediate crude was up 0.18% at $86.99. Oil futures rise on sanctions threat The Brent…
City of Joburg settles Eskom debt, averting risk of power being throttled
The City of Joburg has fully settled an overdue debt of R5.25-billion owed to Eskom, the electricity department said on Friday. Upcoming municipal elections and ANC pressure The settlement follows a government-led mediation process to resolve a long-running billing dispute that had threatened to see electricity supply throttled to the economic hub of Africa’s biggest economy. Business leaders…
Truworths names new chairman as sales come under pressure
Fashion retailer Truworths is preparing for a significant boardroom transition as long-serving chairman Hilton Saven announces his retirement, ending a 23-year tenure with the group amid a challenging trading environment marked by weaker sales and declining earnings. The company said on Friday that Saven will retire at the conclusion of its annual general meeting (AGM) on November 5. He joined the…
ANC to unveil Frank Chikane for Joburg mayor, amid ‘smear campaign’
Veteran ANC politician Frank Chikane is expected to be announced as the ANC’s Johannesburg mayoral candidate on Saturday morning, despite reports that he has withdrawn from the race. Sunday World can confirm that Chikane has not pulled out and remains in the race for the position. Chikane emerged as the frontrunner in the race, which also includes ANC Johannesburg regional chair Loyiso Masuku and…
Atopic eczema: When your skin simply refuses to let you live your best life
For many women, there are days when their skin changes their plans. It may mean reaching for a different foundation, spending longer in front of the mirror or choosing an outfit that covers a flare-up. Sometimes, it is deciding against a sleeveless dress or hoping nobody notices redness, dryness or irritated patches. These moments can seem insignificant. But for women living with atopic eczema,…
Why sunscreen should be part of your everyday beauty routine
Sun protection is no longer just a summer essential or something to reach for before a day at the beach. Skincare experts and beauty brands are increasingly pushing the message that SPF should be a non-negotiable part of the everyday skincare routine. That message was at the centre of Eucerin’s recent immersive launch experience at Melrose Arch in Johannesburg, where the skincare brand unveiled…
Congo set to receive 70,000 Ervebo vaccines to contain Ebola outbreak, WHO says
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been allocated 70,000 doses of Merck’s Ervebo vaccine for Ebola, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Thursday, as the country attempts to contain its biggest-ever outbreak of the deadly disease. Here are some details: • Last week Congo had requested a release of Ervebo vaccines from the global Ebola virus disease vaccine stockpile, managed by the…
Springboks chasing history while All Blacks seek to reclaim glory
Thirty years on from New Zealand’s last tour of South Africa, the All Blacks return to reignite “Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry”. For the next four weeks, rugby’s two most successful and storied nations will battle it out in what promises to be the most eagerly anticipated rugby series in years. The Springboks will host their great rivals three times on home soil, while the fourth and final test match…
Adams accuses IDAC of altering content of his affidavit
National Coloured Congress (NCC) leader Fadiel Adams has accused the Independent Directorate for Anti-Corruption (IDAC) of altering an affidavit he says he submitted to the anti-corruption body in November 2024. Adams made the allegation while appearing before the Madlanga Commission on Friday. He was questioned about referrals he submitted to IDAC concerning alleged criminality within the South…
Cell C’s turnaround gathers pace with R4bn gain, 64% debt decrease
Cell C has moved from recovery phase towards growth after completing its restructuring, while a sharp reduction in debt has strengthened its financial position. The mobile operator ended the year to May 2026 with net debt of R2 billion, down 64% from R5.7 billion a year earlier. Jorge Mendes, group chief executive, said the company’s financial and operational performance showed that Cell C had…
Madonsela calls foul on Ramaphosa’s JSC ‘grudge’ claim
Senior advocate Thandazani Griffiths Madonsela has hit back at President Cyril Ramaphosa’s suggestion that he could harbour a grudge against him after being replaced as the president’s nominee to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). Madonsela says the president’s argument is not supported by the facts and is contradicted by his own response when Ramaphosa replaced him in 2022. In a…
Pirates announce departure of defender Deano van Rooyen
Orlando Pirates have made a shock announcement of the departure of defender Deano van Rooyen after the player and the club agreed to part ways by mutual consent. “The decision follows open conversations between Deano and the Club, with both sides agreeing that the time is right for him to begin a new chapter in his career,” Pirates said in a statement. “Orlando Pirates Football Club would like to…
Hawks smash R600m meth lab in Limpopo, 5 arrested
A farm outside Musina, Limpopo hid a drug operation big enough to flood the country with crystal meth, until Thursday evening. The Hawks, working with the South African Police Servie (SAPS), Crime Intelligence, the Special Task Force and international partners, including the United States (US) Drug Enforcement Agency and Homeland Security, raided the property late on Thursday. What they found was…
Isuzu pitches R789 700 MU-X 1.9 LS 4×4 as family all-rounder
Isuzu Motors South Africa has expanded its MU-X range with the introduction of the MU-X 1.9 LS 4×4, positioning the newcomer as a more fuel-efficient option for families seeking a versatile seven-seat SUV capable of tackling both urban and off-road duties. Priced at R789,700, the latest derivative enters one of South Africa’s most competitive vehicle segments, where it will compete against…
Mitsubishi refreshes AmaZulu FC fleet in continued sponsorship deal
Mitsubishi Motors South Africa has strengthened its partnership with AmaZulu FC by providing the Durban-based club with seven vehicles to support its operations and player development initiatives. Six of the vehicles have been allocated for the day-to-day transport needs of players and staff during the season. The fleet includes a Mitsubishi Xpander, Outlander Sport, Outlander, Pajero Sport and…
MaWhoo and Lwah Ndlunkulu unite to open doors for women in Maskandi
MaWhoo and Lwah Ndlunkulu are joining forces on a Maskandi project they hope will do more than produce music; they want to open doors for women and introduce the genre to a broader audience. The collaboration began when MaWhoo was approached by Leroy Khoza of Inkabi Records with an Afro-Pop project, which later evolved into a Maskandi project. MaWhoo admits she was initially apprehensive about…
Three arrested in Eastern Cape illegal pharmaceutical bust
Three men have been arrested following a coordinated law enforcement operation targeting the alleged illegal distribution of scheduled pharmaceutical substances, drugs and cannabis in Algoa Park and Kariega in the Eastern Cape. According to Hawks spokesperson Warrant Officer Ndiphiwe Mhlakuvana, the suspects, aged between 30 and 40, were arrested on Wednesday during a joint operation involving the…
Suspected R26m mineral syndicate kingpin nabbed in Richards Bay
The investigation into the alleged theft and illicit trade of minerals valued at about R26 million in Richards Bay has reached a new milestone, with police arresting a man they believe played a central role in coordinating the operation and paying individuals involved in stealing the valuable cargo. Sakhile Cyril Mbuyazi, 44, became the 12th suspect linked to the case when members of the SAPS…
Thapelo Morena, Zuko Mdunyelwa to fill injured Khuliso Mudau’s shoes
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso will now be relying on Thapelo Morena and Zuko Mdunyelwa to fill in the void left by injured star defender Khuliso Mudau for at least the next six months. Cardoso confirmed that the Bafana Bafana international will be on the sidelines for six months after picking up an Achilles tendon injury during their league encounter against Marumo Gallants on Wednesday.…
CIS industry rebounds as investors pump R64bn into local portfolios
South Africa’s collective investment schemes (CIS) industry attracted R63.6-billion in net inflows during the second quarter of 2026, lifting total assets under management to R4.6 trillion by the end of June, according to data released by the Association for Savings and Investment South Africa (Asisa). The latest figures mark a turnaround from the decline recorded in the first quarter and suggest…
Volkswagen’s Kariega plant sets new monthly production record
Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) produced a record 17 009 vehicles at its Kariega plant in the Eastern Cape during July, surpassing the facility’s previous monthly high. The latest figure represents an increase of 339 vehicles over the previous record of 16 670 units, which was achieved in July 2025. It also coincides with Volkswagen’s 75th anniversary of manufacturing vehicles in South Africa. Polo…
ActionSA wants court to overturn SAPS’ Phala Phala ‘whitewash’
The daring multimillion rand heist at President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala farm in Limpopo has returned to court, six years after thieves allegedly helped themselves to foreign currency hidden inside furniture just weeks before Covid-19 restrictions locked down the whole of South Africa. ActionSA has hauled the country’s police leadership before the Pretoria High Court, seeking to overturn the…
Fadiel Adams’ associate Stuart Scharnick arrested for threatening journalist
An associate of suspended deputy police commissioner Shadrack Sibiya and Member of Parliament (MP) Fadiel Adams, Stuart Scharnick, has been arrested by the Police Killing Task Team (PKTT), after a confrontation involving Scharnick and journalist Herman Moloi at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry on Thursday. Scharnick allegedly threatened the Sowetan newspaper journalist during a break as he…
Former Eskom employee and accomplices convicted over R8.5m fraud
A former Eskom employee who allegedly manipulated tenders to benefit companies linked to people close to her has been convicted of fraud in a case that cost the power utility more than R8.5-million. Nozipho Ntuli, 39, a former Eskom buyer, was found guilty by the Middelburg Specialised Commercial Crimes Court on Tuesday following a lengthy Hawks investigation. The court also convicted Edward…
More concessions, more ‘untruthful’ testimony from Fadiel Adams at Madlanga
National Coloured Congress (NCC) leader and Member of Parliament (MP) Fadiel Adams’ allegations that senior police officials had interfered with criminal investigations and intercepted case dockets came under intense scrutiny at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. Evidence leaders grilled him over his inability to provide any evidence for his claims. On Thursday, Adams was testifying about charges…