Blog

232 Results / Page 1 of 24

Interesting Stories

Tax Payers Unwittingly Paying Criminal Mafia

The criminal mafia being paid every month by South African taxpayers. Mafia-style corruption syndicates have infiltrated various levels of government to create ‘ghost workers’ who receive monthly salaries funded by South African taxpayers. However, there are calls from parliament to do a nationwide audit where public sector workers should report in person to prove they’re not ghost employees. This comes from Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Public Service and Administration, which […]

todayNovember 4, 2026 1

play_arrow

Technology

Technology Report

On Techskoops today: South Africa's biggest telecoms operators say they cannot endorse Icasa's biometric SIM rules as drafted, and AI tools are producing free clones of Office, Photoshop and other software. Meanwhile, Xiaomi's October EV deliveries top 50 000, and Chinese robot makers shift their focus from hardware to AI brains.

todayNovember 3, 2026 290

play_arrow

Environment

Environmental Report

Today on Ecoskoops, we continue our conversation with Aroni Chaudhuri, Chief Africa Economist at Coface, a global specialist in trade credit insurance, business information and risk analysis that helps companies manage commercial and country risks. We discuss how droughts, heatwaves and wildfires can damage soil, water and agricultural productivity for years, who feels the impact of climate-driven food inflation—from farmers and food businesses to consumers—and what practical steps South Africa […]

todayNovember 3, 2026 55

Health and Welfare

Health: Tomatoes and Your Liver

MASLD stands for Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease. It is the updated, modern medical name for what was previously called non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). This condition happens when too much fat builds up in the liver of people who drink little to no alcohol, and it is closely tied to weight and metabolism. Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), is the most common chronic liver condition in the world. […]

todayNovember 1, 2026 4

Weather

Tuesday’s Weather

SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS: IMPACT-BASED WARNINGS: A. Yellow Level 4 Warning: Severe thunderstorms with heavy downpours, damaging winds, hail and lightning resulting in flooding of roads, settlements and low-lying areas, resulting in closure of some bridges and roads, injuries and danger to life, damage or loss of infrastructure, settlements (formal and informal), property, vehicles, livelihood and livestock are expected in the eastern parts of KwaZulu-Natal. B. Yellow Level 2 Warning: Severe […]

todayOctober 27, 2026 8

Technology

Make Room: The Smart Guide to Managing Smartphone Storage

From overflowing photo galleries to apps you barely remember downloading, a cluttered phone can quickly become a digital headache. The good news? A few simple habits can help you reclaim space, improve your phone’s performance and keep your digital life organised. There is nothing quite as frustrating as reaching for your smartphone to capture a beautiful sunset, only to be greeted by the dreaded message: “Storage Almost Full.” Suddenly, the […]

todayOctober 25, 2026 5

play_arrow

Radio Today Sports

Game Time Sports Show

- Temba Bavuma reflects on the Proteas’ emphatic innings-and-31-run victory over Australia - John Dobson discusses the Stormers’ red-card appeal, Kolbe’s return and Springbok player rest - Cameron Hanekom talks about rebuilding confidence after injury and staying grounded - Formula One drivers look ahead to the United States Grand Prix in Austin - Justin Rose shares his views on welcoming LIV Golf players back to the established tour

todayOctober 23, 2026 32

play_arrow

Financial News

Business Report

South Africa’s annual consumer price inflation (CPI) increased slightly to four-point-five percent last month, while Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has announced further fuel levy cuts to ease pressure on South African motorists and businesses. Economist Professor Waldo Krugell talks about China’s economy that grew and what the growth stands on. In international business news, SpaceX and artificial intelligence company Anthropic have announced major financial pledges amid growing scrutiny of AI’s […]

todayOctober 22, 2026 172

Technology

The Smartphone Photography Guide for Seniors

A senior’s guide to taking beautiful photographs with your smartphone You don’t need an expensive camera or years of experience to capture wonderful photographs. With a little practice, your smartphone can help you preserve precious memories, celebrate everyday moments and see the world with fresh eyes. There is something magical about a photograph. It can transport us back to a family celebration, remind us of a wonderful holiday or bring […]

todayOctober 19, 2026 5

Health and Welfare

Health: Is Weed Good for you in Treating Ailments?

What to know about the health benefits of cannabis. Medicinal benefits Many people use cannabis and cannabis products as a treatment for chronic pain, multiple sclerosis, and mental health conditions. However, research has identified both benefits and risks to using cannabis as a medicinal treatment. The medical benefits of cannabis most commonly come from cannabidiol (CBD) and delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). These are two compounds found in Cannabis sativa plants. Looking at […]

todayOctober 18, 2026 4

0%