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- CEC meeting highlights struggles of public workers
THIS past week, the Police, Prison and Civil Rights Union (Popcru) convened a significant five-day gathering at the Birchwood Hotel in Boksburg, drawing attention to the pressing issues faced by the country’s public servants and workers.
- Family of Charl Kinnear accuses IPID of disrespect
THE family of murdered top police officer, Charl Kinnear has expressed their outrage towards the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID), alleging that the agency has shown profound disrespect towards them.
- THE prevailing narrative of Progress often overlooks the dev
THE prevailing narrative of Progress often overlooks the devastating consequences of human actions on the natural world. One of the many places in the world where this tragedy is now being enacted is in the Western Cape where the decimation of the Chacma baboons has been given free rein.
- Mozambique conflict disrupts freight and logistics
THE Southern Africa Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF) warned that the geopolitical conflict in Mozambique will have a negative impact on the South African freight and logistical industry as well as the entire economic value chain.
- Fearless Pieter-Dirk Uys discusses life, love and laughter
PIETER-Dirk Uys, a beloved figure in South African theatre, has spent decades using humour as a weapon against fear and ignorance. In a recent candid conversation on The Rocktirement Podcast series created by Circle Senior Living, Pieter-Dirk opened up about the transformative power of laughter, the wisdom of ageing, and his unrelenting advocacy for social causes. His reflections provide a heartfelt reminder of the importance of living authentically, facing fears head-on, and cherishing the present moment.
- I OFTEN give talks to young girls about menstrual health and
I OFTEN give talks to young girls about menstrual health and hygiene. As part of the
- Rasied in a village, now the man behind the camera
NORTH-WEST born Letlhogonolo Quinton Ditshwene has remained proudly local and says businesses outside of South Africa’s main cities can still offer world-class service. The 33-year-old is CEO of audio-visual company Entle Media Holdings, which offers videography and photography services to corporates in the province, including Sun International’s flagship Sun City Resort.
- Hyundai’s new Initium concept has two main purposes in life.
Hyundai’s new Initium concept has two main purposes in life.
- Reading up a thunderstorm
We’ve had a couple of dingy weekends, great for curling up on the couch with the thunder-sedated dogs and some terrific just-in-time-for-Christmas or summer holiday books.
- Actress the first to attend the Universal Actors sessions in Los Angeles
FRESH from her recent visit to New York City, where the young star attended the IMTA (International Modeling and Talent Association) convention, Reneiloe Mathebula’s quest for stardom is ablaze. The 15-year-old South African youngster and aspiring actress - who is well on her way to success - blew industry execs away during her recent visit to the States, where she was fortunate enough to perform in front of international talent agencies from across the country. Here, she was awarded Top 10 Best Actress, going up against talent from all around the world. It was not only an eye-opening experience for the rising star, but a welcome mat for a flourishing career.
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