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Wolters Kluwer expands presence in Africa with new TeamCloud Hosting Data Center

Wolters Kluwer, a global leader in professional information, software solutions, and services, has announced the expansion of its cloud infrastructure with the launch of a new TeamCloud Hosting Data Center in Johannesburg, South Africa. This strategic move underscores the commitment to meeting the growing demand from clients across Africa through enabling superior data sovereignty, compliance, […]

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Pichai warns Google Search could be ripped apart

Sundar Pichai Google CEO Sundar Pichai told a judge who found that Google illegally monopolises online search that a US justice department proposal to share search data with rivals would be a “de facto” divestiture of the company’s search engine. If Google were required to share both its search data and the information on how […]

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Joburg suburbs climb the ranks in most searched property hotspots

A recent assessment of web searches on property group Pam Golding’s website reveals some notable trends regarding locations attracting high interest. “While Cape Town retains top spot for searches on the Pam Golding Properties website, Gauteng locations such as Bryanston and also Sandton overall account for an increasing number of web searches,” said Dr Andrew […]

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Kim Le Court Becomes First African to Win Women’s Liège-Bastogne-Liège

In a momentous triumph for African cycling, Kim Le Court of Mauritius etched her name into the history books by becoming the first African rider to win the women’s Liège-Bastogne-Liège, one of the sport’s most prestigious one-day races. The 29-year-old, racing for AG Insurance-Soudal, delivered the ride of her life in Belgium on Sunday, outpacing […]

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WATCH: Hilarious schoolboy making waves at school

Picture: Screenshot A South African student recently went viral on social media after a classmate shared a video of him styling his hair into waves at school. The video, posted by TikTokker @lifewith_mabhena, shows the young man using various hair care tools to achieve his desired look. With two types of brushes and a bar […]

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September Gives Jali & Baloni Updates

Chippa United head coach Thabo September has confirmed that midfield duo Andile Jali and Siphelo Baloni are currently out injured.  Baloni and Jali started the season very well at the Chilli Boys and their partnership in the middle alongside Sinoxolo Kwayiba helped the Eastern Cape-based side to compete and keep their chances of finishing in […]

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Bigger and stronger field at DBN race

The annual Durban International Marathon is set to be bigger and more colourful this year. According to the local organising committee (LOC), the event attracted about 4 500 athletes last year, and although there could be about 10 000 participants on the road, they are likely to stick to 7 000 for safety reasons. On […]

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Workers’ Day in South Africa: A celebration amid crisis?

Workers’ Day is celebrated each year on 1 May. The commemoration honours the historical battles for unity and equitable working conditions waged by workers and their trade unions. However, for many South Africans, the day feels more like a meaningless gesture than a genuine celebration. With unemployment rates soaring and underemployment rampant. Additionally, with workers’ […]

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German legend Schweinsteiger in Vic Falls with Uefa Champions League trophy

Bastian Schweinsteiger with UEFA Champions League Trophy PIC @BSchweinsteiger on X German legend Bastian Schweinsteiger is currently in Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls with the Uefa Champions League trophy. He posted on X, “Greetings from Victoria Falls #trophytour.” Looking at the dates for the tour, Zimbabwe was not on the schedule. From the region, South Africa and […]

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Boniswa Sidwaba on the pulse of SA’s TikTok creator economy

Decoding the algorithm: Boniswa Sidwaba on the pulse of SA’s TikTok creator economy Zuko Komisa Image | Adobe Stock The vibrant landscape of South Africa’s digital sphere is being significantly shaped by the burgeoning creator economy, and at its heart lies TikTok. On a recent, insightful conversation, listeners were treated to a deep dive into […]