Sungrow in the South African heat: A four-site farming project built for stability, savings, and irrigation that cannot stop
South African summer heat not only tests people; it tests infrastructure.
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The South African who built a successful ISP in high school and launched a global AI company
Werner Stucky and his brother built what would become Jenny Internet while attending Volksrust High School in Mpumalanga.
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The European company taking on Facebook Marketplace in South Africa
Yaga is slowly growing in South Africa’s e-commerce space, with the Estonia-based company getting millions in funding.
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The top private school with a 100% Bachelor’s Degree pass and 8 learners averaging above 90%
St David’s Marist Inanda achieved a 100% pass rate and a 100% Bachelor’s Degree pass, with eight boys averaging 90% or above.
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Featured | Important | Rain | South Africa | Weather
Orange Level 9 rain warning for parts of Limpopo and Mpumalanga
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued Orange Level 9 warnings for parts of Limpopo and Mpumalanga, as persistent rainfall is expected to threaten widespread flooding from Sunday into Monday. Authorities say the risk remains high after days of sustained downpours that have already saturated catchment areas and raised river levels across affected municipalities….
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Featured | Important | Rain | South Africa | Weather
Low-pressure system drives prolonged rain in parts of the country
A low-pressure system positioned over southern Mozambique continues to shape severe weather conditions across north-eastern South Africa, bringing sustained rainfall and thunderstorms. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) stated that the system will influence weather patterns for several days, with the most significant impact anticipated over Mpumalanga and Limpopo. “The SAWS wishes to update the…
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Featured | Important | News | School | South Africa | Western Cape
Western Cape schools ready for 2026 school year
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has confirmed its readiness for the 2026 school year, with schools scheduled to reopen to learners on Wednesday, 14 January. Educators and school-based staff will return earlier, on Monday, 12 January, to finalise preparations and ensure classrooms are ready for teaching and learning. The department stated that its planning…
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Ramaphosa to attend Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, strengthening SA-UAE ties
President Cyril Ramaphosa will participate in the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Monday, 12 January 2026, as part of an official visit to the country from 12–13 January at the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. The 2026 ADSW, held…
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Eskom | Featured | Important | latest eskom news | Load sheddding | News
Eskom reports improved performance as industries resume operations
Eskom says its power system remains stable and capable of meeting the expected increase in electricity demand as industries gradually resume operations following the festive season break. ESKOM CITES GENERATION RECOVERY PLAN AS SYSTEM CONTINUES TO BE STABLE In a statement, the power utility said the system’s resilience reflects significant improvements in its generation fleet…
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Morocco, Egypt break tourism records as Africa’s top destinations
Growth driven by new flight links, major cultural attractions and high-profile sporting events.