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At 19, Lusanda Madondo becomes youngest graduate at UKZN autumn ceremonies

1 week ago | iol.co.za | Se-Anne Rall

1minAt just 19, Ms Lusanda Madondo has achieved a remarkable milestone—becoming the youngest graduate of the 2025 UKZN autumn graduation ceremoniesImage: Siphosethu DlaminiLusanda Madondo has etched her name into the annals of history as the youngest graduate of the 2025 autumn graduation ceremonies at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN).
Cableway Challenge moved due to weather warning

1 week ago | falsebayecho.co.za | Se-Anne Rall

Staff Reporter|Published 9 minutes agoThe Cableway Charity Challenge has moved to Sunday May 11 due to adverse weather forecasts this Saturday Image: suppliedDue to adverse weather being forecast, the Cableway Charity Challenge has been moved to Sunday May 11. The challenge, which sees runners, walkers and joggers, undertake to climb Platteklip Gorge as many times as possible to raise money for charity between sunrise and sunset, was set to take place tomorrow, Saturday May 10.
Cold and wet weekend ahead: Weather warnings for Northern and Western Cape

1 week ago | iol.co.za | Se-Anne Rall

1minBrace for a cold and wet weekend, warns SawsImage: Gareth SmitThe South African Weather Service has issued several warnings for damaging winds in some parts of the country while those living in the Northern Cape and Western Cape are urged to brace for very cold and wet weather this weekend. The forecaster has issued a Yellow Level 4 warning for damaging winds between Table Bay and Plettenberg Bay until Saturday.
Five suspects appear for pre-trial hearing in AKA murder case

1 week ago | iol.co.za | Se-Anne Rall

1minSouth African award-winning rapper, AKA was tragically killed in February 2023 on Florida Road, DurbanImage: Instagram/akaworldwideThe five suspects accused of murdering Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes and Tebello 'Tibz' Motsoane are set to appear in the Durban High Court on Thursday for a pre-trial hearing. AKA and Tibz were shot dead while leaving the Wish restaurant in Durban's Florida Road on February 10, 2023.
Tributes pour in for Siam Lee's mom, who died in the Eastern Cape

1 week ago | iol.co.za | Se-Anne Rall

1minCarmen Lee and her daughter Siam Lee. Image: Brad Nathanson/FacebookTributes have been pouring in on social media for Carmen Nans Lee, Siam Lee's mother, who passed away in the Eastern Cape on Wednesday. Speaking to IOL, Lee's friend, Sue Foster, said she will miss her friend. "I lost a dear friend today. I called her 'Carminkie'. We had an incredible bond, and my heart is and will always be with you Carminkie. You are with Siam now, like you always wanted to be.
Chairperson criticises acquittal of SAPS VIP Protection Unit officers in N1 highway assault

1 week ago | dfa.co.za | Se-Anne Rall

Members of the SAPS VIP Protection Unit were recorded in a video assaulting occupants of another vehicle in Joburg. Image: ScreengrabTHE chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police has slammed the acquittal of eight police VIP officials charged with assaulting a driver on the N1. "This decision sends the wrong message to all South Africans about the lack of recourse when SAPS members abuse their authority.
How South Africa's Wealthiest Men Increased Their Fortunes in a Turbulent Market

1 week ago | fastcompany.co.za | Se-Anne Rall

FAST COMPANY|Published 11 minutes agoSouth Africa’s three richest men must be doing something right, because their combined fortunes are up almost $3 billion since the beginning of the year – that’s R53bn. Image: Se-Anne Rall/IOLSouth Africa’s three richest men must be doing something right, because their combined fortunes are up almost $3 billion since the beginning of the year – that’s R53bn.
Chairperson criticises acquittal of SAPS VIP Protection Unit officers in N1 highway assault

1 week ago | iol.co.za | Se-Anne Rall

1minMembers of the SAPS VIP Protection Unit were recorded in a video assaulting occupants of another vehicle in Joburg. Image: ScreengrabThe chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police has slammed the acquittal of eight police VIP officials charged with assaulting a driver on the N1. "This decision sends the wrong message to all South Africans about the lack of recourse when SAPS members abuse their authority.
Moses Mabhida Stadium ready for Nedbank Cup Final despite ongoing upgrades

1 week ago | iol.co.za | Se-Anne Rall

1minThe City says it's all systems go for this weekend's Nedbank Cup Final at the Moses Mabida stadium, which is currently undergoing upgrades and refurbishments. Image: Leon Lestrade / Independent Newspapers. eThekwini Municipality has confirmed that the Moses Mabhida Stadium is ready to host this weekend's Nedbank Cup final, despite ongoing construction at the venue.
South African Airways restores systems within hours following major cyberattack

1 week ago | iol.co.za | Se-Anne Rall

1minSouth African Airways announced today that it has been impacted by a significant cyber incident that began on SaturdayImage: IOLSouth African Airways (SAA) faced a major cyber incident that disrupted access to its online platforms at the weekend. The breach affected the airline’s website, mobile application, and several internal systems, prompting immediate action to mitigate the impact on flight operations and customer service.