Top four home loan myths debunked
Prospective homeowners are advised to compare loan offers across multiple banks for the best deal and to budget realistically for mandatory ongoing expenses beyond the monthly bond installment.
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SAPS is drowning in unsolved dockets
There were 1.9m unsolved cases by the end of the 2024 financial year.
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Middle East IPO boom fades amid competition from global markets
Regional listing proceeds halved in 2025, and average first-day gains evaporated as investors became more selective.
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Food waste in SA is dumped in landfills
Study weighs up healthier and more sustainable options.
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Cryptic Crossword JDE 510
Welcome to the only South Africanised weekly cryptic crossword. * World class – and from our perspective, not that of the UK or USA.* Multilingual – every crossword has one Afrikaans and one isiXhosa word.* Fresh & unique – compiled weekly especially for the Mail & Guardian.* Lots of fun – access our archive of over 500…
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12 December 2025
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Dion George Gwede Mantashe | Environment Regulations SA | Hydraulic Fracturing Regulations | Karoo Fracking | recommended one | The Green Guardian
New draft fracking rules spark fresh debate
The newly-appointed minister of forestry, fisheries and the environment, Willie Aucamp, has extended the public comment period for South Africa’s proposed environmental regulations governing commercial fracking. On 7 November, shortly before his dismissal, former environment minister Dion George opened a 30-day window for public comment on draft regulations for exploring and producing onshore petroleum resources…
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Rugby to farming: Springbok reveals new side hustle
Springbok Franco Mostert has launched his side hustle – selling his fresh produce from his agricultural farm. The rugby star is one of many of his colleagues who have multiple income streams. FRANCO MOSTERT LAUNCHES FRESH PRODUCE LINE On her Instagram account, Juan-Ri, Franco Mostert’s wife, shared exciting news about their new venture: farming. The…
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Government responds after Broos’ explosive remarks on Mbokazi
Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture has broken his silence over Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos’ explosive statements directed at Mbekezeli Mbokazi this week. The Belgian coach was furious with Mbokazi after the 20-year-old arrived at training a day late. During the interview, Broos told the media that he will deal with the defender…
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Featured | Free State Province | kzn | News | North West Province | Weather
WEATHER: Stormy weekend ahead across multiple provinces
Another rainy weekend is on the cards. Saturday, 13 December and Sunday, 14 December, are expected to be stormy. The South African Weather Service issued an Orange Level 5 Warning for severe thunderstorms in parts of Free State and North West, except in the extreme east. A Yellow Level 4 Warning for severe thunderstorms is…