Saturday Star3 min readPopular Culture & Media Studies
Breaking Stigmas: Gen Z’s Approach To Mental Health And Self-care
THE SLANG term “delulu” along with the catchwords “demure” and “mindful” were trending in 2024, captivating social media platforms like TikTok. These trendy phrases exploded into mainstream Gen Z vocabulary. But beneath the humour, “delulu” hints at
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Jake: Loaded Bulls Bench Key To Silencing Lions Roar
The bad news for the Bulls is that Johan Goosen is set to be sidelined for up to three months, but the good news is that Jake White is confident that Boeta Chamberlain can run the show in today’s United Rugby Championship derby against the Lions at E
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Are The Tech Giants Dominating Your Offshore Investments?
Investment experts recommend diversifying your investments offshore, and many South African investors do that in a global equity index-tracking exchange traded fund (ETF). While this is an easy, inexpensive way to invest offshore (I extolled the virt
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Good News For Proteas As Markram And Jansen Hit High Notes
The third edition of the SA20 is taking shape and with the twists and turns that have been on offer for the past week, here Obakeng Meletse looks at the top five performers in the tournament in the last few games. Aiden Markram The hard-hitting right
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Lions Must ‘Blow Up’ To Make Big Bulls Statement
Is this Lions team for real? After slaying the Dragons 60-10 at Ellis Park last week, you would think so. But we’ve seen this movie before from the Johannesburg side. They made a four-match winning start to the season, beating Ulster, Edinburgh, Drag
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Considering Relocation? Discover The Best Countries For South Africans In 2025
Many individuals use the start of the year as an opportunity to pursue new adventures and reset their lives. For numerous South Africans, this sentiment rings particularly true, leading them to consider the prospect of relocating or emigrating in se
Saturday Star4 min readIntelligence (AI) & Semantics
AI: A Double-edged Sword For The Future Of Work
The term “survival of the fittest”, was made famous in a research paper (published in 1869) titled On the Origin of Species by British naturalist Charles Darwin, which suggested that organisms best adjusted to their environment are the most successf
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Hwang Dong-hyuk Had His Work Cut Out
EVEN as the world grappled with Covid-19 in 2021, the release of season one of Squid Game proved to be a game-changer when it came to trailblazing TV shows. It became a global phenomenon at a time when South Africa – along with many other countries
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Explore Multi-destination Tourism: Top Itineraries For SA Travellers In 2025
As travel continues to evolve post-pandemic, the trend of multi-destination tourism is gaining momentum. For South African travellers looking for adventure, unique experiences and budget-friendly options, pairing destinations can transform your jou
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Manage Your Back-to-school Budget Effectively
With most of the shock of the radical increase in back-to-school supplies having (almost) passed, it’s clear that parents are increasingly being asked to contribute more than just stationery, textbooks, and school uniforms. The list now extends to it
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Homeowner Wins Legal Battle Over Property Sale
In a case of David taking on Goliath, a homeowner who lost his house after a default judgment was issued against him, based on wrong calculations by Nedbank, emerged victorious as the Gauteng High Court, Pretoria, overturned the sale in execution. Pr
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Bite-sized Content Engages Pupils
RESEARCH shows that illiteracy among South African children rose from 78% in 2016 to 81% in 2021, and eight in 10 children struggle to read by age 10. This points to the need for creative ways to bolster education in the country, especially for STEM
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Ice Swimmer Takes On AQuellé Midmar Mile To Raise R20 000 For Cancer
Ice swimming champion Reino von Wielligh is gearing up for KwaZulu-Natal’s cold waters at Midmar Dam for the 52nd aQuellé Midmar Mile scheduled to take place from February 6-9. Von Wielligh will dive into the water in hopes to raise R20 000 for Happ
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Role Of Youth In Advancing Civilisation
Youth are the hope of tomorrow. They need to be empowered to draw on the zeal and enthusiasm which characterise the period of youth, and to make decisive contributions to the advancement of both material and spiritual civilization. The Universal Hous
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24% Of SA Children Play Age-inappropriate Games: Survey
The Growing Up Online survey recently reported that 24% of South African children admitted that they play age-inappropriate computer games. The survey sampled 10 000 people consisting of parent-child pairs across the Middle East, Türkiye and Africa
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Klusener Optimistic About DSG Season Turnaround
Durban Super Giants head coach Lance Klusener says that it is not too late for his team to pick up momentum and rescue their season as they prepare to make the trip to face MI Cape Town at the Newlands Cricket Ground today (5.30pm start). The Super G
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Despite The Drama And Glamour, ‘Dubai Bling’ Season 3 Has Lost Its Sparkle
Dubai Bling is back, and season three begins with all the drama and extravagance we’ve come to expect. But, let’s be honest, while the bling is still blinging, it’s not the same. From the first episode, we’re knee-deep in feuds, fashion and more plas
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SA Davis Cup Team Get A Shot At Redemption
SOUTH Africa’s Davis Cup team will have a shot at redemption when they face Nigeria in the World Group II play-off tie at the Groenkloof Tennis Stadium in Pretoria on February 1 and 2. Captain Pietie Norval named all three players from South Africa’s
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Blake Lively’s Team Slam Justin Baldoni’s Released Video Footage
Blake Lively’s team have insisted “every frame” of a video released by Justin Baldoni corroborates her allegations of sexual harassment. The It Ends With Us stars are locked in a legal battle, with the Gossip Girl actress having accused the 40-year-o
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Melania Trump’s Fashion Evolution: From Model To First Lady
You can tell by the way she walks that Melania Trump was a top model in her heyday. Before she entered the White House, Trump already had style, attending high fashion events like New York Fashion Week and securing the Met Gala invitations. The First
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Despite Its Flaws And Lack Of Comfort, I Love It And Here’s Why...
Having left Kakamas with the Toyota Land Cruiser 79 and my offroad trailer still packed to the brim for 10 days of Orange River frontage, we turned the nose to the N7, drove through Pofadder, Aggeneys, Springbok and at Steinkopf turned off on the R38
Saturday Star2 min readInternational Relations
New Posting For Mozambique’s High Commissioner In Pretoria
Minister of International Relations and Co-operation, Ronald Lamola, has extended congratulations to High Commissioner Maria Manuela dos Santos Lucas on her appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs and Co-operation for the Republic of Mozambique. L
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Real Madrid Foundation Academy launches in SA
THE Real Madrid Foundation, in partnership with Generation Schools, announced the establishment of their world-renowned football academy in Imhoff, Cape Town. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in South African sports education,
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Air France Teams Up With Francis Kurkdjian To Launch Its Signature Scent, AF001
For the first time, Air France is set to captivate the senses of its travellers with the introduction of its signature home fragrance, AF001. AF001 is crafted in collaboration with renowned perfumer and artistic director of Maison Francis Kurkdjian,
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New Security Measures Ensure Student Safety
The University of Pretoria (UP) has revealed that it has implemented a comprehensive crime prevention strategy to enhance campus safety and security, for the well-being of students and staff. Spokesperson Rikus Delport said all UP campuses are equipp
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How The Global Minimum Tax Act Will Transform Taxation In South Africa
Having been a Journalist for several years, I’ve witnessed numerous changes in legislation. However, the introduction of the Global Minimum Tax Act (GMT Act) by the National Treasury has caught my attention. This piece of legislation is aimed at enha
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Do 2024’s Matric Results Reflect Real ‘Progress’?
SOUTH Africa’s 87.3% matric pass rate for 2024 has sparked debate over whether it reflects true academic progress. Dr Corrin Varady, education analyst and chief executive of IDEA, highlights that focusing on pass rates alone ignores critical issues
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Why Matcha Has Become The Drink Of Choice For Health Enthusiasts
Once an exotic health drink found in quaint cafés and niche health shops, matcha has experienced a remarkable transformation into a mainstream wellness icon. Today, this vibrant green beverage is ubiquitous, featured on social media, standard on men
Saturday Star2 min readMathematics
Solution To SA’s Maths Confidence Crisis
ONLY 3.6% of South African pupils who started Grade 1 in 2013, managed to pass matric maths with 60% or higher. This stark statistic underscores the significant confidence gap many pupils experience in maths. As noted by the Department of Basic Educ
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Body Of Missing Man Found In Hennops River
The search for 36-year-old Timothy van Asche, who was reported missing earlier this week, has tragically concluded with the discovery of his body in the Hennops River on Thursday. The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) said Van Asche was last seen
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