Recent articles from publications based in South Africa.
Eskom has a R1.20/kWh offer for bitcoin miners
TechCentralby Fanie van Rooyen·10d ago
Eskom’s plan to sell surplus electricity to cryptocurrency miners at a discount has drawn support from the crypto sector, but whether it works will depend on the size of the discount, who else...
The coastal towns where pensioners can live comfortably on R6 000 a month
The South Africanby Mary Alson·10d ago
The coastal towns where pensioners can live comfortably on R6 000 a month Pensioners can enjoy their twilight years affordably in these coastal towns.
Discovery reveals higher medical aid rates for 2027: Here's how much
The South Africanby Garrin Lambley·10d ago
Discovery reveals higher medical aid rates for 2027: Here’s how much Millions of South Africans will face higher medical aid costs in 2027, with Discovery announcing contribution increases from 1...
‘They knew their time was short’: Makandiwa’s message after Chivayo and wife’s death
The South Africanby Dumani Moyo·10d ago
‘They knew their time was short’: Makandiwa’s message after Chivayo and wife’s death Emmanuel Makandiwa reflects on Wicknell Chivayo and wife Lucy Muteke’s final days, revealing details of a...
Huawei sets out its vision for intelligent government at GovTech 2026
TechCentralby Huawei South Africa·10d ago
GovTech 2026 marked 20 years of bringing government and the technology sector together. Hosted by the State IT Agency (Sita), the event has tracked the evolution of government technology since...
Fuel prices set for record jump next week: Petrol over R30/litre
The South Africanby Garrin Lambley·10d ago
Fuel prices set for record jump next week: Petrol over R30/litre SA’s motorists are facing the prospect of record petrol prices next week, with the latest data pointing to increases of more than R3...
eThekwini mayor threatens legal action over DA ‘water tanker mafia’ billboard
The South Africanby Nokwanda Ncwane·10d ago
eThekwini mayor threatens legal action over DA ‘water tanker mafia’ billboard Thekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba and two officials have threatened legal action against the DA over its “water tanker mafia”...
Sharks vs Leinster this weekend: What will Durban’s weather do?
The South Africanby Alicia Naidoo·10d ago
Sharks vs Leinster this weekend: What will Durban’s weather do? Heading to Kings Park Stadium to watch The Sharks clash against Leinster?
Cassper called out Rick Ross, Mzansi called out Cassper
The South Africanby Nicole Burger·10d ago
Cassper called out Rick Ross, Mzansi called out Cassper He thought he was taking a clear stand. Instead, Cassper Nyovest found himself defending his own history.
LIVE SCORING | URC: Stormers v Edinburgh
The South Africanby Craig Lewis·10d ago
LIVE SCORING | URC: Stormers v Edinburgh Keep track of the live scoring as the Stormers tackle Edinburgh in another important battle at the start of the URC season.
Good news for South Africa's sardine mystery
The South Africanby Nicole Burger·10d ago
Good news for South Africa’s sardine mystery A mass sardine die-off that spread along nearly the entire South African coastline has finally shown signs of easing.
A simple guide to modern laptop processors for small businesses
TechCentralby Incredible·10d ago
Buying a laptop can feel complicated. Intel Core Ultra. AMD Ryzen AI. Snapdragon X. NPUs. U-series. H-series. The names keep coming, and it can be difficult to know what any of them actually mean.
Meta's smart glasses are officially coming to South Africa
TechCentralby Fanie van Rooyen·10d ago
Meta’s Ray-Ban and Oakley smart glasses are getting an official South African launch. EssilorLuxottica, which makes the glasses with Meta, said in a joint announcement on 24 September that it would...
'Reckless': Prince Harry's spokesperson slams paparazzi at kids' school
The South Africanby Alicia Naidoo·10d ago
‘Reckless’: Prince Harry’s spokesperson slams paparazzi at kids’ school Prince Harry’s spokesperson slammed ‘extraordinarily reckless’ paparazzi at his kids’ school in the UK.
Usaasa consults on universal access as its abolition stalls
TechCentralby Duncan McLeod·10d ago
The Universal Service and Access Agency of South Africa (Usaasa), which government has said it intends to abolish, has begun public consultation on what universal access to communications services...
Former Wallabies hooker reveals motor neurone disease diagnosis
The South Africanby Garrin Lambley·10d ago
Former Wallabies hooker reveals motor neurone disease diagnosis Former Wallabies hooker Nathan Charles has revealed he has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND).
MTN8: 'Moses Mabhida Stadium doesn't pay bribes to host finals'
The South Africanby Ernest Makhaya·10d ago
MTN8: ‘Moses Mabhida Stadium doesn’t pay bribes to host finals’ The Moses Mabhida Stadium will host its EIGHTH MTN8 final in the last 10 editions, but that’s not because they pay bribes… EThekwini...
How much does it cost to: Visit Sea World at uShaka Marine World?
The South Africanby Alicia Naidoo·10d ago
How much does it cost to: Visit Sea World at uShaka Marine World? Here’s how much it would cost you to take your family of four to visit Sea World within uShaka Marine World.
Bad news for Bafana Bafana as Benni McCarthy's Kenya lose
The South Africanby Garrin Lambley·10d ago
Bad news for Bafana Bafana as Benni McCarthy’s Kenya lose Guinea’s victory over Kenya was bad news for Bafana Bafana as the battle for the only remaining AFCON 2027 qualification place in Group D...
Can you skip Smart ID Card and go straight to Digital ID?
The South Africanby Ray Leathern·10d ago
Can you skip Smart ID Card and go straight to Digital ID? Home Affairs just showed off a new Smart ID Card digital prototype. But can you bypass the traditional card entirely?
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