[ad_1] (Getty) The rand skyrocketed as Joe Biden’s path to emerge as president of the United States became somewhat clearer. A Biden victory is considered bad news for the dollar, particularly because it will be less protectionist than US President Donald Trump. The rand is now trading below R15.90 / …
Read More »Lung damage found in dead Covid may shed light on ‘Long Covid’
[ad_1] The pandemic haunts many Japanese from cities Since the pandemic has pushed many companies to allow telecommuting, it has also caused the population to flow out of Tokyo, the first time it has happened in years, the latest data from the Japanese government showed. September was the third month …
Read More »Zuma faces threat from ConCourt after Zondo sets deadline for commission appearance
[ad_1] Former President Jacob Zuma before the Zondo Commission in 2019 (Photo: Felix Dlangamandla) Former President Jacob Zuma has until close of business Thursday to say whether he will attend the State Capture Investigation Commission. If it doesn’t, the commission says one of its options will be to approach the …
Read More »The municipal economy is vital to South Africa’s recovery – Mabuza
[ad_1] Vice President David Mabuza answering questions at the NCOP. (Jan Gerber, News24) Vice President David Mabuza said the government was prioritizing the municipality’s economy. Mabuza said that special economic zones and industrial parks near informal areas were critical to the government.‘s economic reconstruction plan. He was answering questions at …
Read More »Murder of businessman in Durban: 3 accused of allegedly stabbing Ash Sukwa 30 times
[ad_1] Three men have appeared before the Verulam Court of First Instance in connection with the murder of Tongaat businessman Ash Sukwa. Sukwa was reportedly stabbed 35 times and wrapped in a blanket after succumbing to his injuries. The suspects showed no emotion when appearing before Magistrate Rajesh Parshotam. Three …
Read More »Cosatu rejects the government’s decision to impose wage freeze during the economic crisis
[ad_1] The union federation today presented a presentation on the medium-term budget policy statement presented last week. CAPE TOWN – The South African Congress of Trade Unions (Cosatu) has accused the government of focusing too much on cutting spending at a time of economic crisis, when it should underpin the …
Read More »ELECTIONS UNITED STATES | The rand weakens as the market eagerly awaits a clear winner
[ad_1] President Donald Trump smiles at supporters after a campaign rally at Gerald R. Ford International Airport earlier yesterday before the vote in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Trump supporters packed airports late at night in the cold to attend his latest rallies as he sought re-election. PHOTO: AP The rand has …
Read More »IPL Goes to End of Business: How SA Stars Have Performed
[ad_1] The 2020 edition of Indian Premier League (IPL) has reached its knockout stages where the Indians of Mumbai, the capitals of Delhi, the Sunrisers Hyderabad and the Royal Challengers Bangalore will now battle for one of the most treasured titles in world cricket. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, this …
Read More »Take a look | Africa’s largest server farm comes to Ekurhuleni
[ad_1] (Supplied Teraco) The largest data center in Africa, which will mainly house computer servers, is planned for Ekurhuleni. The R4 billion 16,000m building2 it will be three times bigger than the current record holder in South Africa. There are now 52 data centers in South Africa. For more articles, …
Read More »Don’t fly SAA – Outa
[ad_1] The Undoing Tax Abuse Organization (Outa) has called on South African businesses and consumers to boycott South African Airways (SAA). This followed the announcement by Finance Minister Tito Mboweni that the government will allocate R10.5 billion to SAA to help it implement its business rescue plan. Mboweni made this …
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