ABSA PMI shows decline in manufacturing sector

[FILE] The logo of South Africa’s Absa bank is seen outside an Absa branch in Cape Town, South Africa, March 10, 2020. 1 minute The manufacturing sector in South Africa is facing challenges, with ABSA’s Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) declining to 48.1 index points in November 2024, down from 52.6 in October. ABSA stated that…

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SAPS commended for stopping a planned ATM bombing

Five suspects in Emalahleni fatally wounded and one under police guard in hospital. This after their plans to blow up an ATM. 2 minutes The Hawks boss Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya have commended the SAPS for stopping a planned ATM bombing in Emalahleni, Mpumalanga. Five suspects were killed, and one suspect was wounded and arrested…

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Heatwave warning issued for seven provinces

In Gauteng, temperatures are expected to hover around 36 degrees Celsius. 1 minute The South African Weather Service has warned of very high temperatures across the country, with a third heatwave of the season expected to affect seven provinces throughout the week. SABC Meteorologist Joel Guy outlined the severe weather forecast, noting extended periods of…

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HIV/AIDS cure possible in 5 to 10 Years: Karim

Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief. 1 minute The Centre for the AIDS Programme of Research in South Africa (CAPRISA) has expressed optimism about the potential for a cure for HIV/AIDS within the next five to ten years. Globally, around 40 million people are living with HIV/AIDS, including 7.8 million in South Africa, which has the…

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RTMC unveils plan to reduce festive season road crashes

The Department and RTMC have partnered with civil society groups and faith-based organisations who will be rolling out education and awareness campaigns in their communities to ensure that all road users are aware of their roles and responsibilities. 2 minutes The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has implemented a strategic plan to reduce road crashes…

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