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Campaign To Reach Out To Those At Risk Of HIV, TB And STIs
At least 100 peer educators who underwent health training in the City of Tshwane will boost a campaign to reach out to households and vulnerable individuals who are at a high risk of HIV, tuberculosis (TB) and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
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Arsenal, Reds In Bid To Oust City
ARSENAL have no time to dwell on their Champions League exit as they return to Premier League action this weekend with the chance to reclaim top spot. Manchester City were the big winners last week, hammering Luton 5-1 before Arsenal and Liverpool bo
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Woolies Debuts Trial To Remove Plastic Barrier Bags To Combat Plastic Waste
Woolworths has launched a 12-store trial to remove plastic barrier bags from its stores for the advocacy of environmental sustainability in celebration of Earth Day next Monday under the theme “Planet vs Plastic”. Barrier bags are thin transparent ba
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Lake Kariba disaster
The 280km, man-made Lake Kariba is part of the Kariba Dam, which was built between 1955 and 1959 in the Zambezi river basin between Zambia and Zimbabwe. The dam provides hydroelectric power to the Kariba north power station on the Zambian side and Ka
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Minimum Time, Maximum Flavour
HEALTHY Made Simple is the latest book by British food writer Ella Mills. Her previous book, Deliciously Ella, was a hit with more than 15 million copies sold. In her latest book Mills says: “Getting a nutritious, delicious meal on the table doesn’t
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‘The Ultimate Braai Master’ Searching For Season 9 Hopefuls
The ninth season of The Ultimate Braai Master is set to return and the makers are looking for the most talented home-braai master pairs to bring the heat. Last year, Naledi Matshitse and Malebogo Diraditsile were crowned as the season 8 winners. Cele
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Cape Town Hotel Rebrands After Major Make-over
AFTER an eight-month renovation at Park Inn Cape Town Foreshore, the Radisson Hotel Group announced that the hotel had rebranded to Radisson Hotel Cape Town Foreshore. The hotel, just minutes away from the International Convention Centre (CTICC) and
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Outcry Over Grade 9 Exit Certificate
Academics and opposition political parties are crying foul over the introduction of a Grade 9 exit certificate. Critics have in the past slammed the new certificate, saying it would have the unintended consequence of encouraging young people to leave
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Teacher Collapses And Dies At Gauteng School
the vibrant halls of Bophelong Secondary School in Vanderbijlpark were enveloped in a sombre pall as news of a beloved educator’s sudden death reverberated through the corridors. The school community, still grappling with the shock, mourned the loss
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City Cuts Off Customers Who Owe R1 Billion
The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) cut off services for customers who collectively owe more than R1 billion in municipal services on Thursday. This is part of the City’s aggressive Credit Control Campaign to recoup the City’s municipal debt of more than
Saturday Star3 min readCrime & Violence
More Than 2.5 Million Criminal Cases Remain Unresolved
There are more than 2.5 million criminal cases lying idle, with the country’s detectives being unable to resolve them. This was revealed by Police Minister Bheki Cele as he responded to a parliamentary question by the Freedom Front (FF). Cele said mo
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AmaZulu Coach Plotting Revenge For Encounter With Sea Robbers
AMAZULU coach Pablo Franco is optimistic that “third time’s the charm” when his side take on Orlando Pirates in Orlando in their league encounter this evening (5.30pm). Pirates’ coach Jose Riveiro waved his magic Spanish wand last season as he won th
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El-Sisi Win No ‘Feast Of Democracy’ For Egyptians
“Down with dictators! Down with corruption!” On January 25, 2011, Tahrir Square in Cairo was a scene of massive protests as Egyptians took to the streets to demand the resignation of longstanding President Hosni Mubarak. It was a time of fury. The pe
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Sex Column
VARIETY is the spice of life and while many of us are happy to experience just one type of orgasm, there is a variety of orgasm available to us. It may be easier said than done. Female orgasms are as diverse as the individuals experiencing the
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6 Tips To Help With A Sober Curious Lifestyle
A growing number of people are drinking less or choosing not to drink at all. This new culture shift, called the “sober curious” movement, is not just a fleeting trend – it’s a global reflection of people adopting a more mindful and healthy relations
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Melrose Arch Leads Green Revolution
AFTER blasting and bulk earthworks began in 1998, Melrose Arch opened with a limited upmarket facility, with phase 1 consisting of only 11 buildings in 2001. It was constructed on a super basement that connects all areas of the precinct and remains t
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UP Chancellor’s Medal Awarded To SA’s First Black Woman CA
“Wherever you are and whichever job or profession you are in, do your part!” These are the words of Nonkululeko Gobodo who, in 1987, became the first black woman in South Africa to qualify as a chartered accountant (CA). Gobodo was recently awarded t
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Get Ready For A Blue Safari At These Whale Watching Destinations
South Africa is one of the best destinations worldwide for watching whales and dolphins. Whale-watching season in Durban starts as early as May and in the Western Cape in June. The exit of summer and the entering of cooler temperatures invite the ma
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Miss Gauteng Exclusive Finalist Aims To Bring Crown To Tshwane
A 23-year-old Pretoria beauty is making a mark in the pageantry and modelling domain. Not only is Shamaine Makinita a Miss Gauteng Exclusive finalist, but she is also a self-taught fashion designer and is studying metallurgical engineering at the Tsh
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MK’s Legacy At Stake As Spat Over Logo’s Ownership Rages
INTERNAL wrangling concerning the rightful ownership of the MK logo is threatening to boil over and throw the matter up in the air and weaken the ANC’s argument in court. In spite of court papers filed confirming that the logo has been handed over to
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All Eyes On ‘Cold Palmer’, Man City Reunion
CHELSEA forward Cole Palmer has emerged as a Player of the Year contender thanks to a dazzling campaign that left Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola to rue what might have been ahead of their reunion in today’s FA Cup semi-final. Palmer is enjoying a
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Boks Back As Bulls Feel The Heat
A full-strength Bulls – barring a few injuries – are treating today’s United Rugby Championship clash against defending champions Munster as a “final” in the hope of securing home play-offs. Director of rugby Jake White was yesterday able to include
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BUILDING ETHICAL LEADERSHIP Perennial Failure To Soften The Rough Edges Of Some Leaders
In an age of political scepticism, the spate of scandals and impeachments against leaders of public institutions have been subject to extensive debates, perhaps due to the detrimental effect on institutional integrity. The recent scandal around the f
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Charlotte Hope On Living In The Minds Of Serial Killers In ‘Catch Me A Killer’
Casting is a crucial part of the filmmaking process. It can make or break a TV series or film. As such, when it came to looking for an actress to play Micki Pistorius, South Africa’s first-ever serial killer profiler, the net was cast wide. And Brit
Saturday Star3 min readPolitical Ideologies
Diamond Baron Has Huge Plans If Elected
“I am not a pedlar but a real mine owner who is creating jobs for the people in Namaqualand.” These are the words of serial diamond entrepreneur and independent candidate in the upcoming elections, Louis Liebenberg, who has accused the DA of failing
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World Cup Opportunities Look Good For Non-contracted Batters
ARGUABLY the most consistent T20 batter of the past two years, Heinrich Klaasen, has had yet another cracking start in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL). The 32-year-old has been the most destructive batter in the tournament, with opposition b
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Poetic Licence
“I have not consulted the African people on the language issue and I’m not going to. An African might find that ‘the big boss’ spoke only Afrikaans or spoke only English. It would be to his advantage to know both languages.” These were the words of P
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10 Destinations For A Family Trip To Europe
Taking a family holiday in your home country can be pricey but imagine the cost of a family trip to Europe. From currency exchanges to visa costs, it could end up becoming expensive. Thankfully, there are affordable European destinations to explore
Saturday Star2 min readCrime & Violence
Commuters Fear For Their Lives At City’s Taxi Ranks
EDWARD Mazondo wakes up at 5am every day to leave Sebokeng in the Vaal Triangle to travel to Johannesburg, where he works as a security guard at the Carlton Centre. He works a 12-hour shift on a daily basis to guard the dilapidated, once renowned “To
Saturday Star2 min readLeadership
Zigebe Unpacks His Role As SG Of The UDM
some ardent politicians used to say that “revolution is not stagnant”, as it comes with change and the creation of new traditions. This can be attested to by the United Democratic Movement’s (UDM) secretary-general – among the youngest SGs in any of
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