Eddie Jordan during his F1 days 3 minutes Eddie Jordan, the charismatic Irish entrepreneur whose team gave Michael Schumacher a Formula One debut in 1991 has died of cancer at home in South Africa aged 76, his family said on Thursday. Jordan, who later became a television pundit, entered the ‘Piranha Club’ world of grand prix racing with his eponymous…
FILE | South African bank notes featuring an image of former South African President Nelson Mandela are displayed at an office in Johannesburg. The rand was steady in early trade on Thursday as geopolitical tensions and safe-haven demand eased after United States (US) President Donald Trump backed down from new tariff threats and proposals to…
Members of Afrika Mayibuye Movement Afrika Mayibuye Movement will hold its first national convention this weekend to outline its policy position and affirm the current leadership. With less than a year in existence, the party has already set its eyes on next year’s local government elections. Afrika Mayibuye Movement spokesperson Sydney Baloyi says this gathering is an important event for…
Accused in pig farm murder The trial of a Limpopo farmer has been adjourned to Tuesday in the High Court in Polokwane. This comes after the court was informed that the lawyer of one of the accused, Zacharia Olivier was not available. Olivier is accused of shooting and killing Maria Makgato and Kudzai Ndlovu, and…
National Park electricity box The Kruger Lowveld Chamber of Business and Tourism in Mpumalanga has accused the Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency of failing to maintain key tourist attractions. Chamber spokesperson Oupa Pilane says most of the attractions on the ‘panorama route’ do not have proper ablution facilities. Pilane also raised concerns that some of…
Electoral Commission (IEC) Chairperson Mosotho Moepya interviewed for three position of IEC Commissioners on July 22, 2025. Electoral Commission (IEC) Chairperson Mosotho Moepya has conceded that Voter Management Devices (VDMs) failed the commission during the May 29 elections last year, resulting in long queues in some places. He faced a robust grilling by a panel…
Frost on grass. The South African Weather Service has forecast extremely cold temperatures in the Free State from this weekend to Wednesday next week. It says temperatures will peak at 12 degrees Celsius. Provincial authorities have advised residents and farmers who keep small animals to take precautions. Forecaster Muneiwa Singo explains, “These cold temperatures are…
Truck carrying cargo 1 minute Transport infrastructure investment has emerged as a strategic lever to drive economic growth at the Transport Evolution Africa Forum and Expo. The three-day gathering, which got under way today in Midrand, aims to unlock the continent’s transport potential and drive industrial growth. [WATCH] Delegates at the Transport Evolution Africa Forum…
Hollard’s new campaign from VML Insure your unsure inspires positivity As VML South Africa’s first big piece of creative work since Wunderman Thompson and VMLY&R joined forces at the beginning of the year, this campaign also showcases the capability of the new, integrated business. “The finished product is a testament to the exceptional teamwork and…
1 minute The case of a 25-year-old woman facing charges of possession of child pornography and money laundering will continue in the Randburg Magistrate’s Court in Johannesburg.
