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3219486	无图 <p> A whole host of more powerful double cabs has turned the local bakkie scene upside down. </p> <p> </p> <p> <p>It has been reported that the petrol powered 222kW Volkswagen Amarok will finally be offered in South Africa before year-end.</p><p>Powered by a 2.3-litre EcoBoost turbo petrol engine, the double cab derivative will be the most powerful bakkie in the Amarok stable. The 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel mill, that is offered in three models and produces 184kW of power and 600Nm of torque, currently holds that distinction.</p><p>Local petrol bakkies are few and far between, with the 3.0-litre V6 twin-turbo Ford Ranger Raptor and naturally aspirated 2.7-litre Toyota Hilux the most popular.</p>222kW Amarok makes a Pitstop<p>In this week’s episode of The Citizen Motoring Pitstop podcast, we discuss what the 222kW will bring to the table. And where it will fit into the overall local bakkie picture.</p><p>The timing of the 222kW/452Nm Amarok’s introduction could have been a lot better. It would have made more sense to introduce the model when Volkswagen got into bed with Ford as production partner. The previous generation’s 190kW 3.0-litre turbodiesel model was most powerful bakkie in South Africa. A 222kW model at the time of launch in 2023 would have been an enticing successor.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Price reduced as GWM stickers new entry-level P300 variant </p> </p> </p><p>But the bakkie power game has changed dramatically since then. The 292kW Raptor raised the stakes, between a raft of new energy Chinese bakkies blew it out of the water. Like the 320kW BYD Shark plug-in hybrid that has dethroned the Ford Ranger Raptor as the fastest local bakkie.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Report: Petrol engine Volkswagen Amarok here before year-end</p>Petrol engine imported<p>Unlike the Struandale-made 2.0-litre single and bi-turbo and 3.0-litre turbodiesel engines Ford fits to the Ranger and Amarok in Silverton, the 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine is imported. Ford combines this mill with an electric motor and battery in the plug-in Ranger, which is only for export markets.</p><p>The 222kW Amarok, which is offered only in Aventura guise in Australia, has a 10-speed automatic gearbox.</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics bakkie Ford Ranger podcast Volkswagen Amarok </p> PODCAST: 222kW Amarok interesting addition to bakkie game \| The Citizen	查看 2369	《公民报》	2025-07-26 11:35:00 2025-07-27 05:33:38	word
3219485	有图 <p> Residents of a village near Giyani are forced to get water from a river, while the Mopani District Municipality downplays the problem. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Limpopo-village-Giyani-no-water.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Residents of Siyandhani Village in Giyani, Limpopo, run the risk of contracting diseases if they continue to drink the filthy water from the Ritavi River, which they are forced to use for survival.</p><p>They told The Citizen they last saw a drop of water coming out of their taps approximately 15 years ago.</p>Residents accuse municipality of ignoring water crisis<p>Ashwin Khoza, a resident, said they have tried everything to convince the municipality to supply them with clean water.</p><p>“We have never had water in the past 15 years, and the municipality is aware but doing nothing about it. Siyandhani comprises many villages, and most of us don’t have access to clean water. To make things worse, a municipal water tanker does not even come to rescue us; it only supplies water to the nearest village where the ANC councillor resides.”</p><p>ALSO READ: R42m water storage facility installed, but taps run dry in Xanthia village</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Police arrest 183 rape suspects in one week </p> </p> </p><p>Khoza said some in the community are profiting from the crisis. Residents have been buying water from those who have privately installed taps in their yards.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“At home, we are five and every month we spend about R500 buying water. We buy about 750 litres three times a month, and the water vendors charge us a lot because they know that we don’t have other options. But the most terrible thing is that there are those who don’t have the money to buy, and they are forced to collect water from the Ritavi River. Remember, we are a family of five, and we use the water to drink, cook and do laundry.”</p>Sharing water with animals<p>One of those using water from the river, who agreed to speak to The Citizen but asked not to be named, said they boil the water before drinking it.</p><p>She said sometimes the water is dirty because the animals also drink there.</p><p>“We are talking about the river, not a dam, so it has not been fenced; the animals also drink there. We are at serious risk of being infected with waterborne diseases. The municipality does not give us straight answers about this problem.”</p><p> </p><p>Some years ago, Giyani made headlines after the collapse of a R2.2-billion water project aimed at bringing clean water to the people.</p><p>Khatho Civils, one of the companies that was contracted to direct water from the Nsami Dam to various reservoirs around Giyani, claimed that 95% of the project was completed.</p><p>ALSO READ: Water projects worth R50bn to be constructed in Limpopo while progress on older projects stalls</p><p>Rodney Mavundza, DA councillor in Mopani District Municipality, said Mopani District Municipal Manager Tshepo Mogano must account for the failure to provide clean water to Siyandhani Village.</p><p> </p><p>“The Mopani District Municipality has failed to supply water from Mapuve Water Works and to deal with the water mafia hijacking the water supply from the bulk pipes. This is largely due to the lack of bylaws to deal with those who steal water and sell it to the community,” he said.</p>Mopani District Municipality downplays water problem<p>Mopani District Municipality spokesperson Odas Ngobeni, however, said the water problem is not as widespread as the residents claim.</p><p>“The community of Siyandhani is serviced and receives water from Mapuve Water Works, which receives water from Middle-Letaba Dam. We accept that there may be limitations in that certain portions of that community may not be receiving water, particularly the new stands, and that is why we deploy water tankers to areas through the local municipality,” Ngobeni said.</p><p>He also blamed vandalism for some of the water woes. </p><p> </p><p>“We have six boreholes drilled to augment water supply in that village, but all were vandalised and key components were stolen, including transformers.”</p><p>Ngobeni said Siyandhani is also set to benefit from phase two of the water reticulation part of the Giyani Water Project, which targets the next 31 villages.</p><p>NOW READ: R213m down the drain as Limpopo residents still have no water</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Giyani Limpopo water </p> Residents of Limpopo village fed up after not getting water for 15 years \| The Citizen	查看 4587	《公民报》	2025-07-26 13:00:00 2025-07-27 05:33:38	word
3219484	有图 <p> National Savings Month is an initiative to promote healthier financial habits and encourage households to save.  </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Saver-and-investor.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>National Savings Month is almost over. Some consumers learned how to save, but how many know how to be a savvier saver and investor?</p><p>“In essence, the intention is to foster a culture where South Africans can become more financially disciplined, leading to greater financial independence. To foster this culture, South Africans must learn that small actions in savings and investments can make a big difference in their lives.</p><p>“There are positive changes in the financial advice industry that consumers can capitalise on to do this,” Steven Amey, head of Intermediated distribution at Ashburton Investments, says.</p><p>ALSO READ: South Africans experiencing less financial stress, but still under pressure — survey</p>Why healthier savings and investment habits are necessary<p>According to Eighty20 XDS Credit Stress Report 2025 for the first quarter of 2025, South Africans rely too much on debt.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Can you really afford another emergency? </p> </p> </p><p>Household debt reached an outstanding R2.56 trillion in the first quarter of 2025, up 2.1% from the previous quarter. “The most concerning aspect of this is the number of overdue loans. A staggering 34.8% of all loans are in arrears, the first time in two years this number increased,” Amey warns. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“Consumers are battling to pay for rent, food and the basic necessities of life, yet we continue to spend on items that fall outside these categories, evidenced in the ‘Mass Credit Market’, representing the majority of the South African population.  </p><p>“Interestingly, approximately 325 000 people started using credit for the first time, in the form of retail loans. Overdue payments on credit cards in the mass credit market increased and 53% are in default, unable to pay an instalment. On average, South Africans spend close to 30% of their income on loans.”</p><p>ALSO READ: Survey shows how economic distress erodes South Africans’ savings culture</p>Statistics show we are not savvier savers<p>Amey points out that according to TransUnion’s South Africa Industry Insights Report for the first quarter, the growth in originations for new credit cards at 30.7% compared to the previous year far outstripped growth for other consumer credit products. He says this is cause for concern.</p><p> </p><p>How do you change to build better savings habits? Amey says there are a number of good habits South Africans can embrace to improve your financial well-being, including:</p>reviewing your household budget to find where you can save;becoming financially self-disciplined because small changes in spending can make a big difference; andstarting to save immediately without hesitation to reap the benefits of compound interest over time. <p>Amey says to start with, you must separate your needs from your wants and rather use your hard-earned salary to pay for the essentials and save the rest or spoil yourself. ”We tend to overreach and spend more than we can afford. The statistics demonstrate this.</p><p>“Why extend yourself for short-term happiness when the inevitable of having to return your item or have it repossessed a few months later will cause greater embarrassment?”   </p><p>ALSO READ: How can you save when you use 75% of your income to pay debts?</p><p> </p>Options to be savvier savers and investors are available<p>He says savings and investment options in South Africa are also evolving in South Africa. “While learning to save is critical, turning savings into long-term investments is where real wealth is built. To do this, you must be aware of changes in the financial industry that can be leveraged for your benefit.</p><p>“The investment value chain dramatically improved for the regular retail investor over the past two decades. We moved from having an investment industry that largely sold financial solutions on the back of attractive commissions to one that has become well-regulated, respected and led by financial professionals that truly care about their clients’ financial well-being.”  </p><p>Amey says it is interesting to note that the financial services industry splintered into various advisory groups, each with their own unique value proposition. Many advisors elected to join networks of advisors, ordinarily supported by large established industry providers which assist advisors with regulatory compliance and enable them to offer sound financial advice and a host of additional ancillary services to enhance their value proposition to their clients.</p><p>In addition, large life and banking advisory divisions offer advisors many of the benefits of a network, with access to additional systems and services these large life and banking channels developed over decades.</p><p> </p><p>And then there are the larger, more established independent financial advisory practices that retained their total independence, leveraging the resources they accumulated over years of entrepreneurial practice, Amey says.</p><p>ALSO READ: Five money mistakes that seem smart, but could cost you a lot later</p>How qualified financial advisers can help us be savvier savers and investors<p>“Today’s Qualified Independent Financial Advisors (IFAs) can render sound holistic financial advice and are regarded as the modern day ‘sherpa’. Their role is to prepare and help you navigate the financial complexities of life.</p><p>“Holistic financial planning is the epitome, where there is no longer a focus on a single need but a comprehensive analysis, incorporating all aspects of financial planning, from budgeting to cash-flow analysis, tax planning, investment planning and estate planning.</p><p> </p><p>“Once all of this and more is compiled into an understandable and executable financial strategy, financial products, platforms and solutions can be recommended to enable your unique plan.” </p><p>Amey also warns that while robo-advisor platforms are prevalent and tempting, they should be used only by more informed and astute investors. “The need for financial advice from a qualified financial advisor remains as strong as ever despite these latest developments.”</p><p>According to the March report of the Association for Savings and Investment South Africa (ASISA), there are a plethora of investment options available to investors. For instance, there are 1 884 unit trusts (100+ being passive or ‘Smart Beta Funds’), commodity funds, hedge funds, structured products, private equity, venture capital funds, fine art, actively managed certificates (AMCs) and more to select from, all adding to the financial complexity investors are facing.</p><p>“This is why it is critical to get advice from a qualified financial advisor.” </p><p>ALSO READ: Savings month: How to save like a millionaire – even if you are not one yet</p>How discretionary fund managers can help us be better savers and investors<p>Amy points out that one very important development is the recent steep growth in discretionary fund managers (DFMs) in South Africa. “DFMs removed the burden of the advisor having to perform in-depth investment management due diligence and the complexity of having to compile detailed economic and asset management reports.</p><p>“Most DFMs have experienced teams, with sound investment processes and philosophies mastered over several years, for the benefit of the advisors they serve. In addition, many DFMs manage significant assets, which can enable them to negotiate reduced asset management fees on behalf of advisors.”</p><p>He says the investment portfolios they compile may be personalised for the needs of certain financial planning practices or more generally to serve broader financial advisor needs. These portfolios usually comprise large and boutique active asset managers, as well as passive and smart beta investment strategies to reduce overall investment portfolio costs. Advisors then invest their clients’ assets into these portfolios to achieve desired investment outcomes.”  </p><p>Amey says it is clear that many DFMs “add significant value, segregating roles and responsibilities to ensure the advisors they partner with can focus on what they do best”.  </p><p>“The savings and investment industry evolved significantly over the past two decades. If you want to change your financial fate you must tap into this opportunity. The way to do this is to partner with the highly skilled new generation of accredited financial advisors who lead from the front, acting as much needed financial sherpas for South Africans who want to build a better future.”</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics investors saving Savings Plan </p> How to be a savvier saver and investor	查看 8978	《公民报》	2025-07-26 13:15:00 2025-07-27 05:33:38	word
3219483	有图 <p> Even 100-1 shot has case in Greyville marathon. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Gold-Cup-stock-picture.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The World Pool Gold Cup 3200m marathon often throws up surprises, so the Quartet bet is a must for all punters looking for a big payday at Greyville on Sunday.</p><p>The Quartet pool on Race 7 is set to hit R10-million, while the bookmaker odds are 6-1 bar one. That spells good value.</p><p>The good form of favourite King Pelles (2.60 a Win) makes him impossible to ignore as a banker choice. But, after that, all bets are off – or rather ON!</p><p>Even rank outsider Positive Attitude (101.00), has a case.</p><p>This Dennis Bosch-trained six-year-old has run no fewer than eight of his last nine runs on soft ground, which doesn’t seem to suit him. The sole effort not in the slosh, on the Greyville Polytrack, he won well.</p><p>He is a son of speed sire Rafeef, but he has won over 3000m. Put him in.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> R10m Pick 6 ends season with a bang </p> </p> </p><p>A more obvious candidate for inclusion is Holding Thumbs (6.00), who was runner-up to King Pelles in both the Tote Derby at Scottsville and the Gold Vase at Greyville. There is no reason to think he can turn around that form but he could be in the mix at the end of the long trek.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Madison Valley (9.00) ran a cracking race for trainer Frank Robinson in the Durban July, finishing fifth, just 3.15 lengths off the winner. He’s in good nick and a further plus is that leading jockey Gavin Lerena has opted to stay aboard.</p><p>Madison Valley’s stablemate Shoot The Rapids (15.00) was close-up runner-up in the 2024 Gold Cup and has shown signs of a return to best form after being gelded earlier this year.</p><p>Champion jockey Richard Fourie can sniff out an unlikely winner if anyone can. He has chosen to ride Eastern Cape raider Bournemouth (17.00), who has ruled the stamina roost at Fairview this year.</p><p>Future Swing, Navajo Nation and Nebraas might also be weighed up.</p><p>A selection: 3 Positive Attitude, 1 Shoot The Rapids, 4 King Pelles, 2 Madison Valley</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics horse racing news </p> A Cup of gold beckons \| The Citizen	查看 2438	《公民报》	2025-07-26 13:30:00 2025-07-27 05:33:38	word
3219482	有图 <p> New Zealand have won both games they have played against South Africa thus far in the tri-series. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/cricket-29.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Rassie van der Dussen will captain the Proteas in the final. Picture: Gallo Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>If South Africa can hit back against New Zealand this weekend, they will not only make amends for earlier defeats in the T20 International tri-series in Harare, but there could also be a decent payout for punters who put their faith in them.</p><p>Withthe Black Caps having won both games between the two sides thus far in the two-week series, they will turn out as the favourites on paper. Butthe second-string SA squad will be hungry to bounce back and lift the trophy in the final in Harare on Saturday (1pm start).</p><p>While New Zealand are one place ahead of South Africa in the T20 world rankings, the SA team have a better overall record in previous matches between the two teams.</p><p>In the 17 games played between the Proteas and the Black Caps since they first met in a T20 clash in 2005, South Africa have triumphed on 11 occasions.</p><p>However, in the only two matches they have played in the last eight years – both contested over the last fortnight – New Zealand emerged victorious.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Proteas edged by Black Caps in thrilling T20 tri-series final </p> </p> </p>Bets on offer<p>In return for your Betway cash, backing New Zealand for the win offers 1.57, while a Proteas victory will give you 2.40.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>In the case of an unlikely tie at the end of the game, this riskier option offers 13.50.</p><p>Among a wide range of other available bets, odds of up to 100.00 are on offer for various lower-order batters to top score and there are options to back the team with the best batter and bowler.</p><p>These Betway odds are correct at time of publishing and subject to change.</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics New Zealand cricket team Proteas cricket team </p> Black Caps tipped to win T20 tri-series final against Proteas \| The Citizen	查看 2127	《公民报》	2025-07-26 13:37:37 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219481	有图 <p> Former president Jacob Zuma and the MK party are seeking to invalidate Ramaphosa’s decision to place Mchunu on special leave. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ramaphosa-and-Zuma-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>President Cyril Ramaphosa and former president Jacob Zuma. Pictures: Nigel Sibanda, Gallo Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The Constitutional Court has set down a date to hear the MK party’s urgent application against President Cyril Ramaphosa to place police minister Senzo Mchunu on leave.</p><p>Former president Jacob Zuma and the MK party are seeking to invalidate Ramaphosa’s decision to place Mchunu on a leave of absence and appoint Wits law professor Firoz Cachalia as acting police minister.</p>Court date<p>They are also challenging Ramaphosa’s establishment of a judicial commission of inquiry to investigate allegations of corruption in the police.</p><p>“Applicants must file heads of argument by Sunday, 27 July 2025, at 14h00. Respondents must file heads of argument by Monday, 28 July 2025, at 14h00,” the court directed.</p><p>The matter has been set down for Wednesday, 30 July at 11am.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Julius Malema’s message to KZN police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi </p> </p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Zuma says Ramaphosa has no constitutional power to suspend Mchunu</p><p> </p><p> </p>Allegations<p>KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) provincial police commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi made explosive allegations during a media briefing this month, accusing Mchunu and deputy national commissioner for crime detection Shadrack Sibiya of political interference in police operations.</p><p>In Ramaphosa’s answering affidavit on Wednesday, the president argued that the constitution gives him “a wide berth as to how to deal with ministers”.</p><p>“It is clear that I am empowered to place a minister on special leave when there are serious allegations… so that those allegations can be properly investigated,” said Ramaphosa.</p><p>However, Zuma argues there’s no express constitutional power allowing Ramaphosa to impose special leave on Mchunu.</p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Ramaphosa motion of no confidence: MK party requests secret ballot</p>Zuma challenge<p>Zuma said there are details in Ramaphosa’s affidavit that Mchunu will not return as minister of police after the commission of inquiry.</p><p>“There is nothing said in the president’s affidavit which justified placing minister Mchunu on ‘special leave’ and thereby causing him to retain his ministerial title, salary and other perks or privileges at the expense of the long-suffering taxpayer.”</p>Feroz Cachalia<p>Zuma said Ramaphosa “openly dodges” the clear distinction between the power to appoint a minister and the different power to appoint an acting minister.</p><p> </p><p>“The two are plainly not the same. The obfuscatory reference to the credentials of Prof Cachalia is nothing but deflection. For the record, no issue is taken against the professor’s credentials. The issue is whether he was constitutionally qualified to be appointed by the president. The answer is that he was not.”</p><p>Zuma also challenged Mchunu’s version of events, portraying it as “evasive and legally flawed”, saying the minister’s affidavit is a “masterclass in evasion – it skirts the core allegations and offers no constitutional basis for the executive’s conduct”.</p><p>ALSO READ:Here’s why Zuma’s MK party wants Ramaphosa removed in ‘urgent’ motion of no confidence</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Constitutional Court Cyril Ramaphosa Editor’s Choice Jacob Zuma Senzo Mchunu South African Police Service (SAPS) uMkhonto weSizwe (MK Party/MK ) </p> ConCourt sets date for MK party’s case against Ramaphosa over Mchunu	查看 3887	《公民报》	2025-07-26 13:39:59 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219480	有图 <p> "I’m really proud and grateful for the opportunity QPR have given me to showcase my talent,” said Smith. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/FB_IMG_1753450580616.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Tylon Smith says he is delighted to join Queens Park Rangers after completing a permanent switch from South African side Stellenbosch FC. Picture: QPR FB</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Tylon Smith says he is proud and delighted to join Queens Park Rangers after completing a permanent switch from South African side Stellenbosch FC. </p><p>According to the English Championship side, the transfer for the rising star remains subject to international clearance and visa approval.</p><p>ALSO READ: Pirates confirm Lepasa exit</p><p>The highly-rated 20-year-old defender, who has enjoyed a meteoric rise over the past year, joins QPR for an undisclosed fee and will initially link up with the club’s development squad.</p><p>“I’m very happy to be here. I’m really proud and grateful for the opportunity QPR have given me to showcase my talent,” said Smith after putting pen to paper at Loftus Road.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Tylon Smith seals life-changing move to QPR </p> </p> </p><p>“QPR is well-known for developing young players. The style of play here is similar to how we play in South Africa and it’s a style that I really like.”</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Smith arrives in West London on the back of helping South Africa’s U20 side win the Cosafa Cup U20 Championship. He also played a key role again as Amajita claimed the U20 Africa Cup of Nations title, where he was named Player of the Tournament.</p><p>“It was incredible, scoring the winning goal in the semi-final against Nigeria was amazing and we made history by winning the final,” Smith added.</p><p>“It was very special to win Player of the Tournament and it’s very rare for it to go to a defender. It usually goes to an attacking player, so that was amazing for me.”</p><p>The young centre-back was also recently nominated for the DStv Diski Challenge Player of the Season award. Smith now has his sights set firmly on settling in at QPR and making an impression.</p><p> </p><p>“I would say I’m like a modern defender; composed, good on the ball but I also enjoy defending. My main focus now is QPR. I’m going to give my all for this club and hopefully together we can be successful,” he concluded.</p><p>QPR CEO Christian Nourry welcomed the new addition, stating: “We are happy to beat significant competition to land the services of Tylon today.</p><p>ALSO READ: Rashford ‘at home’ at Barca after sealing loan from Man United</p><p>“His raw attributes give him every opportunity to become a successful central defender and we are excited that the player feels, as we do, that we are best placed to develop and extract that potential from him. We will take it step by step.”</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Amajita Council of Southern Africa Football Associations (COSAFA) Stellenbosch F.C. </p> Smith expresses delight completing move to QPR from Stellies	查看 3088	《公民报》	2025-07-26 13:55:00 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219479	有图 <p> Visagie scored one of the Pumas’ six tries and booted five conversions and three penalties from the tee. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_0997.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Danrich Visagie of the Pumas during the Carling Currie Cup match between Pumas and Griquas at Mbombela Stadium on July 25, 2025 in Nelspruit, South Africa. Picture: Dirk Kotze/Gallo Images. </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Flyhalf Danrich Visagie scored 24 points on Friday night to spearhead the Pumas to a bonus-point win in Nelspruit, where Griquas paid the price for three yellow cards. </p><p>The lead changed hands seven times in a breathless first half of the 2025 Currie Cup opener before the 2022 champions raced away in the second to win 49-28, punishing a Griquas side that lost both halfbacks – Caleb Abrahams and George Whitehead – to the sin bin, along with winger Gershwin Wehr. </p>Visagie stole the show<p>Visagie scored one of the Pumas’ six tries and booted five conversions and three penalties from the tee, while the visitors crossed the line three times in reply. </p><p>Sango Xamlashe and Eddie Swart also dotted down in frantic half, giving the hosts a narrow 25-23 advantage at the break, with Whitehead keeping Griquas in the hunt through a try, two conversions and three penalties. </p><p>But once the dam wall broke, the flood followed. </p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Currie Cup result: rampant Bulls outgun Western Province </p> </p> </p><p>Wiaan van Niekerk, JJ Scheepers and Darren Adonis added second half tries as the Pumas romped clear, sealing a statement win to kick off their Currie Cup campaign in style. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>In round 2, the Pumas travel to Bloemfontein to battle the Cheetah while Griquas host Boland.</p><p>This story was first published on sarugbymag.co.za. It is republished here with permission. </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Currie Cup Griquas Rugby Team Pumas Rugby Team </p> Currie Cup result: Pumas’ Visagie punishes yellow-fever Griquas \| The Citizen	查看 2042	《公民报》	2025-07-26 14:05:05 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219478	有图 <p> Both the poor and the wealthy will have to pay for NHI. It will not be as free as government makes it out to be. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Working-class-pays-for-NHI.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Do you think the working class will not pay for the National Health Insurance (NHI)? As government presses ahead with implementing the controversial fund, a difficult question needs to be asked: who will pay the real price?</p><p>Contrary to popular belief, it is not the wealthy elite who will be hardest hit but South Africa’s working class, Thoneshan Naidoo CEO of the Health Funders Association (HFA), warns.</p><p>“Medical scheme members are often painted as a privileged minority but the truth is very different. Of the 9.1 million South Africans on medical schemes, more than 6 million (68%) are black and up to 83% of employed members earn under R37 500 per month.</p><p>“They are teachers, nurses, police officers, civil servants and union members, the engine of South Africa’s economy. These South Africans make extraordinary sacrifices to secure access to healthcare. Medical schemes are not luxury products and working families are stretching their disposable income to protect themselves and their families.</p><p>“Of the 9.1 million beneficiaries, 4.1 million are employed and form a critical part of the country’s taxpayer base. In fact, medical scheme members pay an estimated 74% of South Africa’s personal income tax, amounting to nearly R443 billion in government revenue. These same members also contribute significantly to VAT and other taxes.”</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Top 10 Discovery medical claims paid in 2024 totalled R70m </p> </p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Experts warn NHI is economic suicide</p><p> </p><p> </p>Free NHI at the point of service, but who pays?<p>Government promises that the NHI will provide comprehensive, high-quality care for all – free at the point of service. But at what cost?</p><p>According to an economic feasibility study by Genesis Analytics, achieving this vision would require personal income taxes to more than double. Taxes would have to increase to 2.2 times the current average rate and healthcare would consume 33% of the national budget.</p><p>In less efficient scenarios this could mean tripling taxes and health expenditure consuming up to 44% of the budget. Naidoo says this is based on the unrealistic assumption that tax increases would be entirely directed to healthcare and that there would be no additional allocations for other urgent social needs such as education, social grants and service delivery.</p><p>Even under a shared resources scenario, Naidoo warns that where total healthcare spending remains at today’s R532 billion, personal income taxes would still have to increase by almost 50%, while taxpayers would receive substantially less. Benefit levels would be 43% to 65% lower than the promised comprehensive scenario, he says.</p><p> </p><p>“In short, taxpayers would pay more and get less – less than they currently receive if they are medical scheme members and much less than what has been promised for the scope of NHI services.”</p><p>ALSO READ: Health funders also heading to court about NHI Act</p>What about section 33 of the NHI Act that prohibits medical aid?<p>A lot has been said about section 33 of the NHI Act that the president signed last year. This section prohibits medical schemes from covering any service that the NHI claims to offer. Naidoo says this means that even if you have the means and willingness to buy private cover, you will be barred from doing so if the service is theoretically offered by the NHI.</p><p>“Rather than universal access, this is universal restriction and the result is likely to be delays, rationing and deteriorating health outcomes, with no alternative safety net.”</p><p> </p><p>And who will bear the brunt? The working class, Naidoo says.</p><p>He warns that the NHI Act risks collapsing the very system that currently supports our healthcare infrastructure. “For the 3.4 million low and middle-income medical scheme members, the impact will be devastating. The NHI Act’s funding model is built on their shoulders through higher taxes, the removal of the medical tax credit and reduced access to care.”</p><p>Healthcare cannot be viewed in isolation from the broader economy, Naidoo says. “Draining all available funding into a single centralised system without the infrastructure or capacity to deliver, jeopardises not only health outcomes but also jobs, investment and growth.”</p><p>ALSO READ: NHI regulations ‘prematurely’ published with legislation not proclaimed yet</p><p> </p>43% reduction in medical care for scheme members under NHI<p>He points out that even in the best case shared resources scenario modelled by Genesis, medical scheme beneficiaries would see a 43% reduction in access to care. “Combined with the ban on supplementary cover, the state will actively prevent people from protecting their own families.”</p><p>Naidoo cautions that healthcare rationing will become the norm. “This is not speculation. It is already happening. Public hospitals face routine medicine stockouts, long surgery waitlists and severe staff shortages. In Gauteng, thousands of cancer patients were denied timely radiation therapy, with devastating consequences. When care is rationed, lives are lost.”</p><p>Section 33 of the NHI Act risks deepening these crises, he says. “It removes a vital layer of protection for millions. Blocking people from using their own resources to access care is not equity, but rather forced dependency.”</p><p>However, there is a better way: reform, not ruin, Naidoo says. “South Africa’s constitution guarantees everyone the right to access healthcare. Our courts have recognised the vital role medical schemes play in realising this right. That does not mean collapsing what works, it means improving what does not.”</p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: DTIC plan to implement only some Health Market Inquiry recommendations ‘illegal’?</p>Health Market Inquiry<p>Medical schemes are not perfect and reform is essential. Fortunately, Naidoo says, the blueprint exists. The Health Market Inquiry, initiated by the Competition Commission, laid out clear steps to improve affordability, transparency and efficiency in the private sector that include:</p>A supply side (healthcare providers and facilities) regulator for health to oversee negotiated fair reimbursement levels;A risk adjustment mechanism, where medical schemes with higher-than-average risk profiles receive funds through an appropriate mechanism from those with lower-than-average risk profiles, to level the playing field;Standardised benefit packages;Better governance structures to ensure efficient use of resources.<p>ALSO READ: Implementing recommendations of Health Market Inquiry good idea – experts</p>These steps will ensure more and better medical care for all<p>Implementing these reforms in a holistic and integrated manner would strengthen the role of medical schemes in a fairer, more accountable health system without tearing down what is working for millions, Naidoo says.</p><p>“Most importantly, these improvements could be implemented now, without the massive fiscal burden of a centralised NHI that requires impossible tax increases. The Health Funders Association proposed an alternative, a hybrid multi-fund model that preserves the public private mix, ensures income cross subsidisation and gradually expands coverage.</p><p>“This model is based on the NHI Fund working with medical schemes to expand access to healthcare and incorporates key Competition Commission recommendations and would protect the vulnerable while preserving choice and quality.</p><p>“South Africa can achieve universal health coverage without banning the opportunity to purchase supplementary cover, overtaxing workers or dismantling functioning systems. The working class has more than paid its share. The question South Africa must ask now is whether government will listen and build a better system or press ahead regardless of the cost.”</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics medical advice medical aid National Health Insurance (NHI) </p> Reality check for the working class: who really pays for NHI?	查看 8335	《公民报》	2025-07-26 14:36:00 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219477	有图 <p> ACS said the grenades were mistakenly cleared due to outdated equipment. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Flight-delays-or-tambo.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: Neil McCartney</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Aviation Co-ordination Services (ACS) has rejected Airports Company South Africa’s (Acsa) claims after a man travelled to Ethiopia from OR Tambo International Airport with two deactivated grenades.</p><p>The incident came to light when Ethiopian Airlines notified Acsa that a passenger who had departed from OR Tambo in Johannesburg was found with training grenades during reverse hold baggage screening at Bole International Airport in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.</p>Mistake <p>This triggered an immediate urgent response with Acsa announcing its intention to terminate the services of ACS, the third-party operator responsible for hold baggage screening (HBS) at OR Tambo International Airport.</p><p>ACS CEO Duke Phahla said the training items were mistakenly cleared due to outdated equipment at the airport.</p><p>ALSO READ: Acsa loses appeal for control of baggage screening services at major airports</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Here is how long you could spend in jail for drug trafficking in SA </p> </p> </p>Risk <p>Phala said, contrary to Acsa’s claims, it is not entitled to terminate the provision of services by ACS and accused the airport operator of blocking ACS from replacing HBS equipment at airports with more advanced and reliable screening technology, putting aviation security at risk.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“Had ACS been permitted to carry out the long-term HBS equipment upgrade and replacement, the security incident that took place on 25 May may well have been avoided.</p><p>“Our investigation found that the screener on duty was fully certified by the South African Civil Aviation Authority and the company that he worked for was appointed on the panel of security service providers and vetted by Acsa,” Phala said.</p>Screener dismissed<p>Phala said the screener had completed all required training, had passed recent assessments and had over 10 years of screening experience.</p><p>However, he said that due to the seriousness of the breach, the screener was immediately suspended and later dismissed following the outcome of a formal disciplinary process.</p><p> </p><p>“While the investigation concluded that human error was the immediate cause of the incident, it is critical that it be viewed in the broader context of the long-standing obstruction by Acsa of ACS’s efforts to replace the HBS equipment with more advanced and reliable screening technology.”</p><p>Phala said ACS has “zero tolerance to any form of security breach” and deemed this incident to be gross negligence by the screener, which led to dismissal.</p><p>NOW READ:Acsa wants a look over in fight over baggage screening services</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics airports Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) ammunition Ethiopia OR Tambo International Airport </p> ACS refutes ACSA claims over OR Tambo grenade security breach	查看 3112	《公民报》	2025-07-26 14:39:29 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219476	有图 <p> Chery takes on Toyota"s star performer in terms of price, performance and fuel economy. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/chery-tiggo-cross-hev-test-front.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Road test data backs up the Chery Tiggo Cross HEV’s impressive credentials. Picture: Mark Jones</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>We predicted that the Chery Tiggo Cross HEV (hybrid electric vehicle) was going to be a disruptor, based only on the car’s on-paper credentials.</p><p>The caution was because the normal Tiggo Cross minus hybrid did not receive a favourable review from the Citizen Motoring team. The throttle calibration was woeful, the DCT gearbox jerky and the brakes were non-existent. Besides the car’s better price, that put it above VW’s T-Cross in the pecking order, there was no way one could recommend this model derivative in good faith.</p><p>This negative sentiment has been comprehensively undone after spending some time behind the wheel of the Chery Tiggo Cross HEV. It’s like the two cars came out of different factories. It’s so much smoother and more refined than the normal Cross. And this one now also has the firepower to gun down the big dog, the top-selling Toyota Corolla Cross HEV.</p><p>ALSO READ: Hybrid Chery Tiggo Cross declares war on Toyota Corolla Cross</p>Big undercut in price<p>Coming in at R469 900 for the top-of-the-range Elite spec, the Chery Tiggo Cross HEV is comfortably better priced than the Corolla Cross HEV in XR spec at R545 200. A R75 300 difference in sticker price within this budget-sensitive part of the segment is a massive win in favour of this Chinese offering. A value-for-money offering Chery is backing up by offering their Tiggo Cross HEV with a five-year/150 000km warranty, 10-year/unlimited mileage (for first owner) battery warranty and five-year/60 000km service plan.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Kotoko target Chiefs scalp in Toyota Cup </p> </p> </p><p>The Toyota Corolla Cross HEV is offered with a shorter three-year/100 000km warranty and eight-year warranty on the battery. But the Toyota comes with a substantially longer, six-services/90 000 m service plan. And funny first owner small print stuff.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>The next big talking point is without a doubt the performance of the Chery Tiggo Cross HEV. When you first read that the car comes with 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine that develops a mere 71kW of power and 118Nm of torque, you would think it is dead in the water. But you need to read a bit further and then the picture changes dramatically. The addition of a battery powered electric motor, shoots the claimed numbers up to 150kW and 310Nm. </p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/chery-tiggo-cross-hev-test-rear.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript><sub>The Chery Tiggo Cross HEV means business. Picture: Mark Jones</sub><p>Almost too good to be true, right? Are the Chinese taking a chance in overstating their numbers here? Can a small 1.83kWh battery make this much of a difference? </p>Chery Tiggo Cross HEV packs a punch<p>The Corolla Cross HEV has a 1.8-litre naturally aspirated mill that Toyota rate at 72kW. With electrical assistance, the numbers only marginally increase to 90kW while the torque stays quoted at 142Nm. Don’t ask me why. It’s just how they do it.</p><p>ALSO READ: PODCAST: Chery Tiggo Cross takes fight to Toyota Corolla Cross</p><p> </p><p>Now, all I can tell you is that I don’t know what is inside of that Chery battery, but the Tiggo Cross HEV destroys the Toyota Corolla Cross HEV in a sprint and everyday driveability. The Tiggo is over four seconds quicker to 100km/h and hits the national limit a full seven seconds earlier. Even more decisive is the 12-second gap when the cars accelerate from 60km/h all the way to 140km/h. They are honestly not in the same league when it comes to aspect of the road test.</p><p>One anomaly, and there are always some when road testing Chinese cars, the Chery Tiggo Cross HEV would not go over 150km/h. I couldn’t find a claimed top speed anywhere, so you are going to have to accept that doing top speed runs is not in your future. And that you will be on the speed limiter in less than 500m of road anyway. Kind of bizarre, but who needs more from a car like this?</p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/chery-tiggo-cross-hev-test-cabin.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript><sub>The Tiggo Cross features two digital screens. Picture: Mark Jones</sub>Fuel consumption on par with Toyota<p>Where they are very much in the same league though is when it comes to fuel consumption. We got a figure of 5.4 litres per 100km when we spent a few months in the Toyota Corolla Cross HEV. And I managed the exact same number in the Chery Tiggo Cross HEV. My wife on the other hand came home and bragged that her day spent in Sandton traffic saw this number drop as low as 4.7 litres per 100km. </p><p>Either way, both these cars offer exceptional fuel economy, with the Chery’s bigger 50-litre tank to the 36-litre tank of the Toyota, allowing you to go a lot further between refills with the Chery Tiggo Cross HEV.</p><p> </p><p>Is the Tiggo Cross HEV perfect? Of course not. The steering is ridiculously light. The car also had a few rattles right off the bat and it just didn’t feel as solid as the Corolla Cross HEV. Will you regret your decision in a few years’ time? Who knows. Probably more importantly right now, does your wife care for all this? No. Why? Because at the price point and with the performance on tap, the Chery Tiggo Cross HEV is impossible to ignore.</p>Chery Tiggo Cross HEV road test results<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/chery-tiggo-cross-hev-data.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Chery Corolla Cross Road Tests Toyota </p> Chery Tiggo Cross hybrid serious threat to Toyota Corolla Cross \| The Citizen	查看 6225	《公民报》	2025-07-26 15:15:00 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219475	有图 <p> Oscar-nominated film explores the cost of conservation and the value of the rhino. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Dr.William-Fowlds-173-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Dr William Fowlds. Picture: Supplied </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>A week ago, I had the privilege of attending the Johannesburg premiere of the Oscar-nominated short film “The Last Ranger”, a powerful film that highlights endangered rhinos and South Africa’s poaching crisis while exploring the emotional and ecological realities of rhino poaching in the country.</p><p>The film has not only captivated international audiences, earning a nomination for Best Live Action Short Film at the 97th Academy Awards, but it has also ignited an important conversation about wildlife conservation and the challenges faced by local filmmakers. </p>True story <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/The_Last_Ranger_Oscars_2025_Cindy_Lee_Academy_Awards_shortlist_short_film_December_2025.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>The last Ranger. Picture: Supplied<gwmw></gwmw><p>Based on true events and told largely in isiXhosa, The Last Ranger follows Khuselwa, a committed game ranger in the Eastern Cape, and Litha, a curious young Xhosa girl who becomes her apprentice.<gwmw></gwmw><gwmw></gwmw></p><p>Together, they represent two generations grappling with the dangers of poaching and the cultural weight of protecting one of the world’s most endangered animals, the rhino. “This isn’t just a film; it’s a window into a world many of us rarely see,” said Maluṱa Netshaulu, head of social impact portfolio development at Nedbank, who spoke at the premiere.</p><p>ALSO READ:BET, MTV Africa and other channels may shut down as Paramount reviews strategy</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Got R14m to spare? Get this home cinema and forget the sports car </p> </p> </p><p>“It’s a reminder of the massive costs, both monetary and emotional, that conservation demands.” Although The Last Ranger didn’t take home the Oscar, its impact is undeniable.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Director Cindy Lee and her team at Kindred Films and Studio Aether have delivered a visually arresting and emotionally stirring piece that highlights the intersection of environmental protection, cultural tradition, and socioeconomic factors.</p>From awe to anger<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Untitled-1059-2407x2500.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Maluṱa Netshaulu, head of social impact portfolio development at Nedbank. Picture: Supplied <gwmw></gwmw><p> In a nutshell, you will cry watching it. “After watching The Last Ranger, I can say with confidence that we’re all experiencing a mix of emotions, from awe to sadness and a touch of anger,” said Netshaulu.<gwmw></gwmw></p><p>“That’s the power of good storytelling.” Filmed in remote parts of the Eastern Cape, the production faced numerous challenges, including the high cost of working with animals. The film’s rhino star, “Thandi”, was played by multiple animals.</p><p>Yet the team persevered, determined to show the world what’s at stake. The young actress who plays Litha, a 14-year-old with a deep emotional connection to the role, brought added authenticity. <gwmw></gwmw><gwmw></gwmw></p><p> </p><p>“I tear up easily,” she said at the screening, “and there were many scenes that made it feel very real. Litha’s love for rhinos mirrors my own.” </p><p>The Last Ranger is also a poignant commentary on the lack of support for the arts in South Africa.</p>Rhino safety<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Samir-Randera-Rees-2500x1656.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript><p>While the country has no shortage of compelling stories, many filmmakers struggle to secure the financial backing needed to bring their visions to life. “Getting funding for a film in South Africa is incredibly hard,” said director Cindy Lee.<gwmw></gwmw></p><p>“We approached people who believed in the story. And we were lucky that Nedbank and the WWF got behind us.” </p><p> </p><p>Speaking to Netshaulu, I learned something new.<gwmw></gwmw></p><p>The involvement extended beyond monetary support. For more than 35 years, the bank has collaborated with WWF through the Green Trust, a flagship conservation fund committed to building sustainable partnerships between nature and communities. This commitment is evident in other impactful projects supported by the trust. </p>Community involvement<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Untitled-1043-2500x1969.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>The Last Ranger cast members. Picture: Supplied<gwmw></gwmw><p>In KwaZulu-Natal, the Somkhanda Game Reserve is a Big Five reserve owned entirely by the Gumbi people.</p><p>“With Green Trust support, the community receives direct tourism revenue, which funds schools, clinics, and local businesses,” he said. </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: WATCH: Build One South Africa’s Mmusi Maimane’s gets his PhD</p><p>In Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, partnerships between Wildlife ACT, Ezemvelo, and local communities focus on human-wildlife coexistence and support for small-scale entrepreneurs. </p><p>“That’s how conservation can work for people, not against them,” said Netshaulu. Back in the film, the emotional stakes are high. <gwmw></gwmw></p><p>Khuselwa’s role as a ranger is a symbol of strength and sacrifice, and her mentorship of Litha shows the transmission of values across generations. The tension in the film is not just about poachers and rhinos but about survival, identity, hope, and love for the natural surroundings.</p><p> </p><p>While it has yet to be released in South African cinemas, its message is already reverberating. The Last Ranger’s impact is undeniable. It has opened a much-needed dialogue — not only about wildlife, but about the wild terrain of independent filmmaking in South Africa. It will leave you deeply moved and, perhaps, a little more inspired to protect what’s ours.<gwmw></gwmw></p><p><gwmw></gwmw></p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics British Academy Film Awards (Baftas) cinema Movies </p> Oscar-Nominated 'The Last Ranger' Reveals Poaching Reality	查看 6571	《公民报》	2025-07-26 15:38:00 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219474	有图 <p> Reports emerged the Hawks are probing City Power for alleged corruption and financial mismanagement totalling more than R500 million. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/City-Power-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: File Photo</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>City Power has denied claims that its headquarters were raided by the Hawks.</p><p>This comes after reports emerged on Friday that the crime-fighting unit raided City Power’s Johannesburg headquarters as part of an investigation into alleged corruption and financial mismanagement involving irregular payments and inflated contracts totalling more than R500 million.</p>Alleged corruption<p>According to the reports, City Power’s executive management is also being investigated for allegedly allowing more than R335 million to be looted from its maintenance budget in six months – from May 2023 to October of that year – on frivolous purchases that included air fresheners, pens, trolley mops and copper cables that officers claim were not delivered.</p><p>ALSO READ: City Power employees among seven arrested for copper theft</p>Hawks raid<p>City Power spokesperson Isaac Mangena confirmed that the Directorate of Investigating Priority Crimes, also known as the Hawks, visited its premises to deliver a formal request for information about the business.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Auditor-General’s war on waste and corruption yields R4.5bn </p> </p> </p><p>“There was no raid, no confiscation of documents, files or IT equipment. And there was no interrogation.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“We can, however, confirm that members of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) did visit City Power and delivered a formal request for information (RFI) to the business,” Mangena said.</p><p>Mangena said City Power will cooperate fully with this “lawful request” by the Hawks.</p>Internal control processes<p>Last year, the auditor-general’s report into City Power’s affairs flagged its internal control processes.</p><p>The report recommended an investigation which was concluded in March 2025. City Power’s investigation revealed collusion between employees and service providers, serious breaches in procurement and payment processes, fraudulent job numbers and duplicate approvals.</p><p> </p><p>This led to City Power suffering significant financial losses.</p><p>ALSO READ:City Power achieves unqualified audit, hits 75% of targets</p>Dismissals<p>The power utility has since dismissed the implicated employees and laid criminal complaints.</p><p>“Out of all cases that have already been finalised and those that are still ongoing, we discovered that 12 electricians, eight security officers, five team leaders and several senior managers had been implicated in serious criminal conduct such as cable theft, fraud and soliciting bribes,” City Power said.</p><p> </p><p>“While we are aggressively fighting the scourge of theft and vandalism, we discovered that several employees, including team leaders, electricians and even our own contracted security officers, were involved in stealing and destroying essential infrastructure.</p><p>“We have also uncovered that the challenge we have been battling with about the shortage of materials was not only related to heightened demand for replacement equipment, but that our own employees were simply handing these tools to contractors from the stores and supposedly benefiting from those transactions,” the utility said.</p><p>ALSO READ:City Power and Joburg have not paid debt to Eskom, Ramokgopa says [VIDEO]</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics auditor general City of Johannesburg (COJ) City Power corruption charges Electricity </p> City Power refutes claims its headquarters raided by Hawks	查看 3789	《公民报》	2025-07-26 15:44:04 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219473	有图 <p> The highly anticipated event is set to take place over two days later this year. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Makhadzi-one-woman-show.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Makhadzi performing at the launch of her 2025 One Woman Show in Venda. Picture Supplied</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Award-winning singer Makhadzi returned to where it all began 15 years ago, a shopping centre in Thohoyandou Town, Venda — to officially launch her upcoming One Woman Show.</p><p>The highly anticipated event is set to take place in December.</p><p>The launch event was held on Friday, 25 July, where the Sakha hitmaker unveiled the first phase of her line-up, featuring DJ Zinhle, Shebe Shxt, and Kharishma, among others.</p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/makhadzi-performing.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Makhadzi’s supporters gathered at Thohoyandou Town for her 2025 One Woman Show. Picture Supplied<p>“Charity begins at home,” Makhadzi said, explaining why she chose Thohoyandou Town as the location for the launch.</p><p>She told The Citizen that the shopping centre holds huge significance for her.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> ‘Ma, life hasn’t been the same without you’ — Winnie Khumalo’s kids on what would’ve been her 52nd birthday </p> </p> </p><p>“That’s where I started performing with just a speaker 15 years ago. I also used to sell my CDs there until I got a breakthrough and started getting booked on bigger stages.”</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Now an established name in the South African music industry, Makhadzi is using her success to uplift others in her hometown.</p><p>Over the years, she has supported students and families in need by covering university registration fees, donating food parcels, and providing school shoes to learners.</p><noscript></noscript><p>READ MORE: ‘5 000 applications in less than 24 hours’: Makhadzi assists students with university registration fees</p><p>“Earlier this year, I went to two different universities where I paid registration fees. I spent a lot of money on that,” she said.</p><p> </p><p>“I also buy food parcels, and every year I make sure I go to schools to give them school shoes. Many of the things I do are private — I don’t post them on social media.”</p><p>“I make sure I support anyone who needs help because I know the pain of poverty and sleeping without food. I’m always willing to help,” she added.</p>Makhadzi’s One Woman Show: a two-day celebration of unity and talent<p>This year’s One Woman Show will be a two-day event, hosted at Makhuvha Stadium and Rabali Stadium on 20 and 21 December.</p><p>She said that this year she prioritised Limpopo artists, who make up 90% of the line-up.</p><p> </p><p>“The spirit of my show is for us to unite so that we can show that unity is power, and together we can make it. I have invited everyone that I did songs with,” she added.</p><p>NOW READ: 340ml to headline another festival after returning to stage in 2025</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Makhadzi music </p> WATCH: Makhadzi takes it back to where it all began 15 years ago	查看 3220	《公民报》	2025-07-26 15:52:53 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219472	有图 <p> "We’re delighted that he’s agreed to join Pompey and we’ve brought in an experienced international player," said Portsmouth coach Jose Mousinho </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Luke-Le-Roux-Bafana-Bafana-Portsmouth.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Bafana Bafana midfielder Luke le Roux has signed for English Championship side Portsmouth. Picture: Sydney Seshibedi/Gallo Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Bafana Bafana midfielder Luke Le Roux has sealed a move to English Championship side Portsmouth FC. </p><p>ALSO READ: Smith expresses delight after completing QPR move</p><p>Le Roux, 25, was unveiled as a new signing from Swedish side IFK Varnamo by Pompey on Friday. </p>Bafana’s Le Roux ‘just what we needed’<p>“Luke’s form over the past couple of seasons means he not only found himself on our radar, but also that of a number of other clubs,” Portsmouth head coach Jose Mousinho told the club’s official website. </p><p>“So we’re delighted that he’s agreed to join Pompey and we’ve brought in an experienced international player.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Ngwenya sees Sithole-like recovery for injured Banyana star </p> </p> </p><p>“Luke is a holding midfielder who likes to sit in and dictate the play. He’s physically strong and can also handle the ball.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“It was a position we were looking to fill and is just what we needed. I’m excited to see him in action in a Pompey shirt.”</p><p>Le Roux has signed a three-year deal at Portsmouth, subject to international clearance and a work permit. </p>Well-travelled<p>The former SuperSport United midfielder made two appearances for Hugo Broos’ Bafana in qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. </p><p>ALSO READ: Ghana snatch bronze from Banyana</p><p> </p><p>In February 2020, Le Roux sealed a move from SuperSport to Varbergs Bois in Sweden. He moved to Dutch Eredivisie side FC Volendam ahead of the 2023/24 campaign, before moving back to Sweden and Varnamo the following season. </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Bafana Bafana </p> Portsmouth snap up Bafana midfielder	查看 2191	《公民报》	2025-07-26 15:59:52 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219471	有图 <p> Last week Bloemfontein hosted the 25th edition of the Vrystaat Arts Festival, celebrating creativity and cultural expression. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Performers walk with giant masks on the festival grounds during the Vrystaat Arts Festival on Day 02 on July 16, 2025 in Bloemfontein. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Also known as the Vrystaat Kunstefees or Tsa-Botjhaba, the event is a major annual arts festival that celebrates creativity and cultural expression through a diverse range of artistic experiences, including theatre, music, dance, literature, and visual arts. </p><p>The festival aims to foster connections between Afrikaans, English, and Sotho cultures and to support the development of both established and emerging artists.</p><p>Photographer Alet Pretorius was there to document the colourful event.</p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-3.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Performers take part in a traditional Afrikaner dance known as Volkspele on Day 03, July 17, 2025. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-19.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Decorations on the festival grounds on Day 02, July 16, 2025. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-18.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>A scene from Speenvark, a one-person performance by Tinarie Van Wyk-Loots — part play, part struggling poem — based on, and with apologies to, Shakespeare’s Hamlet, as well as Jonker, De Villiers, Malherbe, Totius, Opperman, and Yeats on Day 04, July 17, 2025. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-15.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Street performers on Day 04, July 17, 2025, in Bloemfontein. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-16.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Luna Paige during the Vrystaat Arts Festival on Day 04, July 17, 2025, in Bloemfontein, South Africa. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-2.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Lian Pool (10) enjoys candy floss during the Vrystaat Arts Festival. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-14.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>A scene from Die Doodskis, an absurd comedy directed by Karina Lemmer, featuring actors Wentzel Lombard and Tanja Franzsen. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-13.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>A live performance of Anderkant die Donker Vallei, celebrating the 25th anniversary of Valiant Swart’s iconic album Deur die Donker Vallei on Day 04, July 17, 2025. The commemorative concert features original band members Schalk Joubert (bass) and Simon Orange (keyboard), joined by Illimar Neitz (guitar) and Jorik Pienaar (drums), and marks the album’s recent release on vinyl. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-10.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>A public performance of Isn’t it just Divine, Ethel?. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-12.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>A public performance of Isn’t it just Divine, Ethel?, an interactive mask performance featuring the luminous, masked characters known as the Ethels, on Day 04, July 17, 2025. The work explores themes of presence, play, and human connection through visually striking, otherworldly figures that engage directly with audiences in public spaces. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-11.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>A public performance of Isn’t it just Divine, Ethel?, on Day 04, July 17, 2025. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-9.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>A scene from In Resonance, a multidisciplinary installation by artists Sibahle Mabaso and Jacobeth Selinga, which blends visual art, performance, and interactive experiences to invite the audience to reflect on their own stories while recognising the universal threads that connect all human beings, on Day 04, July 17. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-17.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Conradie van Heerden and Janco Nel perform in a scene from Om Skoon te Wees, a theatrical production set in a school bathroom and directed by Adriaan Havenga on Day 04, July 17, 2025. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-8.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>A scene out of Kruispad of Die legende van die goue vis, featuring Carla Smith, Beer Adriaanse, Edwin van der Walt, and Eben Genis, directed by Marthinus Basson, on Day 03, July 17, 2025, in Bloemfontein. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-6.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>People look at an artwork from the University of the Free State (UFS) art collection on Day 03, July 17, 2025. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-5.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>A scene out of Dimpho and the Catfish, with Rondo Mpiti-Spies, Mosa Nyelele, Zizipho Nyulu (directed by Jane Mpholo). (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vrystaat-art-festival-4.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Traditional Afrikaans Volkspele performers crack whips during the Vrystaat Arts Festival. (Photo by Gallo Images/Alet Pretorius)<p>MORE PICTURES: Swimmers brave winter cold for polar dip at Ebotse</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Afrikaans art bloemfontein culture festival gallery language photography pictures theatre </p> PICTURES: Vrystaat Arts Festival celebrates creativity \| The Citizen	查看 8271	《公民报》	2025-07-26 16:05:00 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219470	有图 <p> Banyana finished the tournament in fourth place after the loss to Ghana. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Banyana-dejected-2-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Banyana Banyana players during the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Third Place Playoff match against Ghana at Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca, Morocco on Friday. Photo: Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Coach Desiree Ellis gave an honest assessment to Banyana Banyana’s surprise loss to Ghana.</p><p>This after Banyana went down 4-3 on penalties to the Black Queens in a CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) third-place play-off match at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca, Morocco, on Friday night.</p><p>ALSO READ: Ghana end Banyana’s dream of winning a medal at WAFCON</p><p>The game had to be decided on penalties after the teams were tied at 1-1 at the end of regulation time.</p><p>“We started very slowly, got into the game and got a goal when we pressed. But they came out guns blazing for most of the second half, especially that first 15 minutes. We couldn’t get our foot on the ball to slow the game down, and to take control. They were just better than us in the second half and eventually going to penalties, we always knew that we had a chance. Unfortunately, we didn’t win the penalty shootout this time around, so congratulations to Ghana. We live on, and we’ll then start preparing for what’s forward,” Ellis told SAFA media.</p><p>“I think some of the games took a lot out of us, but we always knew either getting to the final or getting to the third and 4th place playoff we still had another game. We had five substitutes really because we’ve also picked up some injuries along the way, but that’s not an excuse. We just have to pick ourselves up, these things happen in football – you’ve got to give credit to the opponents, in most situations they were better than us and I not going to sugar-coat that, you’ve got to give credit where it’s due,” added Ellis.</p>Banyana to ‘dust’ themselves and move on<p>Following their failure to defend their WAFCON title, Ellis says there is no time to cry over spilled milk.</p><p>“We dust ourselves off and move on. We can’t look back too much, yes it wasn’t a great campaign, but we got into the semifinals and came very close to getting to the final, so we’ll just move on. Like every team that comes to a tournament, we had ambitions of winning it, but we didn’t get there. Unfortunately, we didn’t do well today,” commented Ellis.</p><p>ALSO READ: Ngwenya sees Sithole-like recovery for injured Banyana star</p><p>In the six matches that Banyana played in the WAFCON, they managed two wins in open play – defeating Ghana (2-0) and Mali (4-0).</p><p>They drew against Tanzania (1-1), beat Senegal on penalties in the quarterfinals before going down 1-2 to Nigeria in the semi-finals.</p><p> </p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics banyana banyana Desiree Ellis Ghana </p> No complaints from Ellis in Banyana defeat to Ghana	查看 3127	《公民报》	2025-07-26 16:07:24 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219469	有图 <p> The Lions are eager for another run at the Currie Cup title, but their main goal is preparing their squad for the coming URC season. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Mziwakhe-Nkosi-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Lions coach Mziwakhe Nkosi and outside back Rabz Maxwane during a training session on Thursday ahead of their opening Currie Cup match against the Sharks at Ellis Park on Saturday.Picture: Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The Lions have to try and pull off a tricky juggling act of going for glory in the Currie Cup, while also preparing their squad for the coming United Rugby Championship (URC) season over the coming two months.</p><p>Last year’s runners-up will be kicking off their campaign with a replay of last year’s final, as they host the defending champion Sharks at Ellis Park on Saturday afternoon (kick-off 3pm).</p><p>In a heartbreaking 2024 finale the Lions thought they had done enough to win the game as the clock went into the red, only for the Sharks to turn over the ball, earn a penalty and slot it to triumph in a thriller, and the Highveld side will have hopes of going one better this year.</p><p>But head coach Mziwakhe Nkosi admitted that they have a number of goals that they want to achieve, and preparing their larger squad for the URC is the biggest of the lot.</p>High expectations<p>“We have high expectations (for the Currie Cup) like every franchise. But we also have to tick the boxes that we are setting out to tick and reach the KPIs that we have set for ourselves,” explained Nkosi at a Lions training session on Thursday.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Currie Cup result: Pumas’ Visagie punishes yellow-fever Griquas </p> </p> </p><p>“So we have to try and go as deep as possible (in the competition), and we have to expose a whole lot of youngsters to first class rugby.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“We also have to try and sharpen up the guys that haven’t had much game time so that by the time the URC starts we have built some depth, and we are not afraid to say that URC for us is the premier competition and we have to serve that.”</p><p>Nkosi explained that they have a number of different groups of players all coming together for the competition, and that it had been a challenge to get them all aligned.</p><p>“We have quite a mixed group. We have guys who didn’t get much game time in the URC. So we have to expose them again and give them some game time. We have a big group of young guys, I think around 10 U21s,” said Nkosi.</p><p>“We have a few Junior Springboks who have come in from the Junior World Championship, and then we have one or two additions who haven’t played rugby (for the Lions), like Angelo Davids, who we will see a couple of times in this Currie Cup.</p><p> </p><p>“So it has been a challenge to try and get all of them together, but we are ready and going to give it our best shot.”</p>New format<p>This year’s Currie Cup will also be played under a new format, which each team playing one round of pool fixtures before going straight into the knockouts.</p><p>This doesn’t leave any room for mistakes and a fast start is needed, unlike in previous editions where the double round allowed for a slow start.</p><p>“The new format is challenging, it’s not like in previous years. It’s similar to a World Cup in the number of games that you play. So getting on the green as quickly as you possibly can is important,” said Nkosi.</p><p> </p><p>“We want to have a good start. We have two home games (first up) so we must cash in and put money in the bank so to speak, around points and wins, before we travel for three away games. It is a short term competition, and we have to make sure that we are at the races early days.”</p><p>Nkosi is also well aware of the challenge that the Sharks will bring, and believes that his side will be well prepared for it.</p><p>“The Sharks are a good team. They are bringing some experienced guys into the match, so it is going to be tough. They have (coach) JP Petersen and his staff, who we meet on the circuit quite often, so we know what they are going to bring and hopefully we are ready for it.”</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Currie Cup Lions rugby team Sharks rugby team United Rugby Championship </p> Lions' tricky balancing act — they want to win Currie Cup, but need to build for URC	查看 4472	《公民报》	2025-07-26 16:26:41 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219468	有图 <p> The Hawks swooped on Prasa’s headquarters in Braamfontein seizing laptops, mobile phones and a trove of documents. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Prasa-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Picture: Gallo Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The Hawks swooped on Prasa’s headquarters in Braamfontein on Wednesday afternoon, seizing laptops, mobile phones and a trove of documents of the rail agency’s top executives and other employees.</p><p>This was after the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) initiated independent forensic investigations into allegations of corruption in connection with two R18 billion contracts for train signalling equipment.</p>Forensic investigation<p>Hawks spokesperson Brigadier Thandi Mabombo said the operation was conducted as part of an “ongoing investigation”.</p><p>Prasa spokesperson Andiswa Makanda said the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) presented a search warrant at its Braamfontein offices.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Police investigate allegations of Basotho military-style training camps in South Africa </p> </p> </p><p>“Prasa initiated an independent forensic investigation after receiving a submission from a whistleblower. Documents and information related to this matter were secured through this proactive forensic investigation,” Makanda said.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Former Prasa head of security fails to get job back in seven-year legal battle</p>‘Nothing to hide’<p>Makanda said the information was “readily available for sharing with the law enforcement authorities”.</p><p>“The agency has nothing to hide and stands ready to provide complete cooperation to law enforcement authorities. The agency will continue to implement robust governance measures and maintain the highest standards of accountability while fully supporting all legitimate investigative processes.”</p>Fraud<p>Senior officials at Prasa allowed two tenders amounting to almost R18 billion, to be awarded to a company, seemingly without the basic bid criteria being met, according to GroundUp.</p><p> </p><p>A report compiled by a whistleblower alleges Prasa had also fraudulently made advance payments to the company – Maziya General Services – amounting to almost R2.7 billion through five transfers during December 2023 and December 2024.</p>Tenders<p>The contracts are for a “global system for mobile communications-railway redundancy network” in KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng and Western Cape (Bid 112), and a “Prasa train control system” in KwaZulu-Natal (Bid 120).</p><p>The tenders were published in November 2021 and October 2022 respectively.</p><p> </p><p>According to the report, the respective tender amounts awarded were R6.3 billion and R11.1 billion.</p>Transparency<p>The chair of the select committee on public infrastructure and Minister in the Presidency, Rikus Badenhorst, said the allegations against the Prasa executives were concerning.</p><p>“This highlights a need for transparency and accountability in Prasa. The committee will monitor the developments at Prasa as it is important for the investigation to come to expose the alleged corruption in the entity.”</p><p>Badenhorst called on the Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy, to report back to the committee once investigations into the matter were complete, as the outcome was crucial to resolving some of the key obstacles hindering Prasa’s progress on signalling.</p><p> </p><p>NOW READ: ConCourt sets date for MK party’s case against Ramaphosa over Mchunu</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics hawks Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) Police railway services tender Tender Fraud </p> Prasa initiates probe into R18bn tender after Hawks raid	查看 3865	《公民报》	2025-07-26 16:32:15 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219467	有图 <p> Fifty-four of the game"s best players will feature at the first tournament in Africa next year. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Oosthuizen-LIV-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Louis Oosthuizen and his SA LIV Golf team, Stinger, will be in action in South Africa in March next year. Picture: Tom Dulat/Getty Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>LIV Golf is coming to South Africa in 2026.</p><p>This was announced by the organisation in a special press conference held in London on Saturday morning.</p><p>The newest golf tour has been going since June 2022. South African stars Louis Oosthuizen and Charl Schwartzel have been playing for the Stinger team since the inception of the tour, while Branden Grace and Dean Burmester also play on the tour.</p><p>Schwartzel won the very first tournament at the Centurion Club in London.</p><p>“We have made a multi-year commitment to go to South Africa … it’s incredible and amazing,” said LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> How much money Scheffler and the SA golfers won at the Open Championship </p> </p> </p><p>The first tournament in South Africa will be held at Steyn City in Gauteng between March 20-22 next year.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>This means South African golf fans will get to see some of the game’s greatest players who might ordinarily not come to South Africa to play.</p><p>Here one thinks of Dustin Johnson, Bryson DeChambeau, Cameron Smith, Jon Rahm, Brooks Koepka and Tyrrell Hatton, among others.</p>‘Massive’<p>“It’s an incredible feeling, I have so many emotions,” said minister of sport Gayton McKenzie at the announcement on Saturday.</p><p>“I come from a great country and this would not have been possible without LIV Golf. They know they cannot be called an international competition if they skip a continent.</p><p> </p><p>“After meeting Scott [and others] I have nothing but praise for them. We as Africans also deserve one of the greatest shows … I want to tell South Africans this is good for our economy and for people spreading false rumours about our country.</p><p>“We’re going to have 54 of the world’s greatest golfers in our country.”</p><p>Oosthuizen said he was thrilled the tour was coming to South Africa. “Very excited about having the tournament in South Africa. It’s going to be massive for our country.”</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Golf LIV Golf </p> LIV Golf coming to South Africa: Steyn City to host event in March 2026 \| The Citizen	查看 2581	《公民报》	2025-07-26 16:57:12 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219466	有图 <p> This cocktail is a perfect companion for leisurely sundowners. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/iStock-1322210791.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Blood orange paloma. Picture: iStock </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>There’s nothing quite like the refreshing taste of a cocktail to elevate your weekend vibe.</p><p>Enter the Don Julio blood orange paloma, a delightful twist on the classic paloma that combines the smoothness of premium tequila with the vibrant, zesty flavour of blood orange. Perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness and tartness, this cocktail is a perfect companion for leisurely sundowners or afternoons indoors.</p><p>Whether you’re lounging by the pool or enjoying a cozy evening on the patio, the Don Julio blood orange paloma is sure to make your weekend truly memorable. Cheers to good times and great flavors!</p>Ingredients1.5 oz Don Julio Blanco Tequila0.75 oz Fresh Squeezed Grapefruit0.5 oz Fresh Squeezed Lime0.5 oz Agave Nectar3 oz Blood Orange SodaGarnish Chili Salt Dusted Blood Orange WheelMethodGarnish with blood orange<gwmw></gwmw><gwmw></gwmw>Add all ingredients to a cocktail shakerFill completely with ice and shake passionateStrain into glass and top with soda<p>Recipe supplied by Don Julio.</p><svg><defs><symbol> </symbol></defs></svg>Print<p>Recipe of the day: Weekend sundowners Don Julio Blood orange Paloma<p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/iStock-1322210791-600x600.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> </p> </p> <p> <p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Recipe of the day: Buttermilk butter chicken with potato paratha and pickled carrots </p> </p> </p> </p> <p> Author: Thami Kwazi </p> <p> <p> <p> Ingredients </p> <p> Scale 1x2x3x </p> </p> <p> <p> </p><p> </p>1.5 ozDon Julio Blanco Tequila.75 ozFresh Squeezed Grapefruit.5 ozFresh Squeezed Lime<p> </p>.5 ozAgave Nectar3 ozBlood Orange SodaGarnishChili Salt Dusted Blood Orange Wheel </p> </p> <p> <p> Instructions </p> <p> <p>Preparation</p>Add all ingredients to a cocktail shakerFill completely with ice and shake passionateStrain into glass and top with sodaGarnish with blood orange </p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics cocktail cocktails recipe recipe of the day </p> Recipe of the Day: Weekend Sundowners Delight \| The Citizen	查看 2517	《公民报》	2025-07-26 17:32:00 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219465	有图 <p> This is more than just your average television, soundbar and woofer from appliance brands. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Homemation-Home-Cinema.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Journalists were seated on seats from Moovia, the German masters of cinema comfort. Picture: The Citizen</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>As technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, home automation, entertainment and cinema have taken a giant leap into the future.</p><p>Unlike mobile phones and computers which are launched and upgraded every year, home cinema is modular and can be enhanced as the need arises. But it does come at a price, to be precise, starting from about R1 million to R14 million and more.</p>Not just a cinema room<p>Warren Husband, solutions architect and client liaison at Homemation invited The Citizen to tour its home cinema offering in several rooms which he compared to high-end sports cars, depending on what marque you want.</p><p>This is more than just your average television, soundbar and woofer from appliance brands but rather aimed at people who have wads of cash to create an entertainment hub in their home.</p>Wellness<p>Husband said the rooms are also being used for health and wellness in the privacy of your home.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Oscar-nominated ‘The Last Ranger’ highlights endangered rhinos and South Africa’s poaching crisis </p> </p> </p><p>“They are being used for working out. The moms or wives who like to do yoga or whatever. What I want to do is create a point of view, forest kind of thing and have all the speakers in the world to create the spaces that are far more than just skop, skiet and donder.”</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>During the visit, journalists were shown a cinematic masterpiece – the largest and most advanced home theatre experience in Africa.</p><p>As technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, home automation, entertainment, and cinema have taken a giant leap into the future. Warren Husband explains… #Homemation @TheCitizen_News pic.twitter.com/eEotN2W6Me</p>— 𝙵𝚊𝚒𝚣𝚎𝚕 𝙿𝚊𝚝𝚎𝚕 ⚡️ (@FaizelPatel143) July 26, 2025 <p>ALSO READ: Samsung’s new TV’s allow you to take care of your pets [VIDEO]</p>Crazy setup<p>To accommodate 3m² of subwoofer cone area and 60 000 watts of amplification, the room was precision-built to eliminate vibrations and deliver bass performance which reverberated when a trailer of the movie Prey was shown.</p><p> </p><p>A 28-channel Ascendo audio system in an 11.11.6 Dolby Atmos configuration surrounds the audience. Six 21 inch subwoofers behind the screen, four more at the rear, and a 32 inch infrasonic subwoofer deliver earth-shaking bass, all calibrated using Trinnov’s WaveForming technology</p><p>A 177 inch Stewart Filmscreen with Harmony acoustically transparent fabric ensures perfect audio alignment paired with the Barco Hodr cinemascope projector, boasting over 7 500 lumens.</p><p>Journalists were seated on seats from Moovia, the German masters of cinema comfort, which offer motorised adjustments and RGB-lit cupholders.</p><p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Homemation.jpeg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript></p>A lot of moola<p>However, all this comes at a price and if you have an extra R14 million to spare and are willing to sacrifice that sports car you were saving for, go for it. At least you will have a quiet room to cower in, to watch a movie, the latest F1 race or the Springboks taking on the All Blacks.</p><p> </p><p>Last year, The Citizen also visited Cinema Architects in Sandton which also offers a custom integration providing the design and installation of sophisticated electronic systems for premium and smart homes for residential environments.</p><p>NOW READ: Digital gossip: When WhatsApp groups become serious cyber-risk zones</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics furniture home Movies tech television </p> Got R14m to spare? Get this home cinema and forget the sports car	查看 4185	《公民报》	2025-07-26 18:17:08 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219464	有图 <p> Kunene was seen at the home of Katiso “KT” Molefe, who was arrested in connection with the murder of DJ Sumbody. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Kenny-Kunene-SOMEBODY1-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Kenny Kunene. Picture: Gallo Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Suspended Patriotic Alliance (PA) deputy president Kenny Kunene has resigned as a councillor in the city of Johannesburg with immediate effect.</p><p>Kunene made the announcement in a letter on Saturday afternoon. </p><p>Kunene’s resignation comes after the PA deputy leader was seen at the home of Katiso “KT” Molefe, who has been arrested in connection with the murder of popular South African DJ Oupa John Sefoka, known as DJ Sumbody.</p><p>His presence at the scene raised eyebrows , prompting PA leader Gayton McKenzie to suspend him as the party’s deputy president and MMC for transport in Johannesburg.</p>Resignation <p>“I regret to inform you that I have tendered my resignation as a proportional representation councillor for the Patriotic Alliance effective immediately and will thus be unable to continue as a member of your mayoral committee responsible for transport,” Kunene said in his resignation letter.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Police investigate allegations of Basotho military-style training camps in South Africa </p> </p> </p><p>“I am stepping aside from public life for a period, while my party satisfies itself as to certain allegations that have been raised against me, which are unfounded, but I have nevertheless agreed it would be in the public interest for me to await the clearing of my name before considering a return to public service and duty.”</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>The PA will now have to consider a replacement for Kunene’s now-vacant seat on the Johannesburg city council.</p><p>This is the hardest letter I ever had to write in my entire life, for sake of full transparency I am putting it here. pic.twitter.com/BaeiRbpFX4</p>— Gayton McKenzie (@GaytonMcK) July 26, 2025</p><p>ALSO READ: McKenzie suspends Kunene amid DJ Sumbody murder probe [VIDEO]</p>Allegations<p>Kunene insisted the allegations against him were “unfounded”.</p><p> </p><p>Kunene said he is proud of the contributions he made during his time as councillor and MMC.</p><p>“I believe I have always committed myself to serve the residents of Johannesburg with vigour, authenticity, and vision. During my two years as an MMC, I worked to be a force for good, championing accessible transport, confronting inefficiencies and challenging systemic rot within our institutions.</p><p>“I remain a loyal patriot towards our broader political mission and will remain dedicated to the upliftment of our communities,” Kunene said. </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: DJ Sumbody’s family welcomes the arrests of suspects and thanks police</p>Kunene at mastermind’s home<p>In an explosive revelation this week, Kunene confirmed that he was at Molefe’s house when police arrived to arrest the suspected killer.</p><p>Kunene claims he was at Molefe’s house to facilitate a meeting for a journalist from his online publication, Africa Global News, for a “potential exclusive story”.</p>Murder<p>DJ Sumbody was killed in Woodmead in a hail of bullets in the early hours of Sunday, 20 November 2022.</p><p> </p><p>The DJ was killed hours before he was set to attend the exclusive fifth annual DJ Sumbody all white Veuve picnic.</p><p>ALSO READ: DA wants Joburg tenders linked to Kenny Kunene investigated </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics City of Johannesburg (COJ) Dada Morero DJ Sumbody Editor’s Choice Gayton McKenzie Kenny Kunene Patriotic Alliance (PA) </p> Kenny Kunene suspended, resigns as MMC for Transport in Joburg	查看 3850	《公民报》	2025-07-26 18:52:41 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219463	有图 <p> Shepherd Bushiri and his wife, Mary, are facing extradition to South Africa to stand trial on multiple serious charges, including fraud and rape </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Shepherd-Bushiri-and-wife-Mary.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Self-proclaimed prophet Shepherd Bushiri and his wife, Mary, in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court during their bail application on 4 November 2020. Picture: Jacques Nelles</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has expressed serious concern over the leak of a confidential affidavit belonging to a key state witness in the fraud and money laundering case involving self-proclaimed prophet Shepherd Bushiri and his co-accused.</p><p>The NPA said the affidavit forms part of the documents in the case docket that was disclosed to the defence for the accused to prepare for their trial.</p>Witness endangering<p>NPA regional spokesperson Lumka Mahanjana slammed the leaking of the document which contains the witness’s full personal details and even her photograph published by a media outlet</p><p>“It is very concerning as this leaked affidavit has the potential to compromise the state’s case. It also endangers the life of the state witness because her full details, including a photo of her, were published in the media,” she said.</p><p>Mahanjana said the case was set down for trial to commence on 14 October 2024, almost a year ago.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Fort Hare corruption case split into five parts to speed up prosecution </p> </p> </p><p>“However, the case has been met with numerous interlocutory applications by some of the accused attempting to delay the trial. None of these interlocutory applications were successful. Despite all these applications, the state has always maintained its readiness to start with the trial,” Mahanjana said.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Bushiris file application to set aside ruling ordering extradition to SA</p>Media houses<p>She urged media houses to exercise restraint and act in the public interest without compromising legal processes or endangering individuals involved in the case.</p><p>“We therefore urge the media to be responsible when exercising their mandate to produce news to keep the public informed to do so without jeopardising the rights of the witnesses who will be called to testify.”</p><p>Mahanjana did not disclose whether an investigation into the source of the leak is underway.</p><p> </p>Bushiri’s<p>Bushiri and his co-accused face at least six charges, including rape, violating bail conditions and contraventions of the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act, Banking Act, Civil Aviation Act and Immigration Act.</p><p>Bushiri and his wife, Mary Bushiri, fled to Malawi in November 2020, after being granted bail of R200 000 each under strict conditions by the Pretoria Central Magistrate’s Court.</p><p>The case is set down for trial on 4 August 2025.</p><p>ALSO READ:Bushiri celebrates reduced charges, but can they be reinstated? Malawi’s attorney general explains</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics extradition fraud Malawi money laundering National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) Shepherd Bushiri witness </p> Leaked Bushiri case affidavit puts witness at risk, warns NPA	查看 3327	《公民报》	2025-07-26 18:59:06 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word
3219462	有图 <p> The 112th edition of the Tour de France is currently under way, with the three-week race ending on the Champs-Elysees in Paris on Sunday. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/tour-de-france-1-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>The pack of riders (peloton) cycles past the Porte de Paris arch monument near the start of the first stage of the 112th edition of the Tour de France cycling race, 184.9 km starting and finishing in Lille Metropole, northern France, on July 5, 2025. Picture: AFP</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Alongside the Tour de France route, sunflowers and creative hats, among other sights, have made for a fantastic spectacle.</p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/tour-de-france-2-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Fans cheer as the pack rides by during the first stage of the Tour de France cycling race over 184.9km in Lille Metropole, France, 5 July 2025. Picture: EPA<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/tour-de-france-3-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>A fan wearing a cap stands at the finish line of the 5th stage of the Tour de France cycling race, an Individual Time Trial over 33km in Caen, France, 9 July 2025. Picture: EPA<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/tour-de-france-4-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>The peloton ride past sunflower fields during the 11th stage of the Tour de France cycling race over 156.8km around Toulouse, France, 16 July 2025. Picture: EPA<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/tour-de-france-5-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Spectators wait for cyclists passing by at the Col d’Aspin during the 14th stage of the Tour de France cycling race over 182.6km from Pau to Luchon-Superbagneres, France, 19 July 2025. Picture: EPA<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/tour-de-france-6-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>A man on horseback rides alongside the pack of riders (peloton) during the 17th stage of the 112th edition of the Tour de France cycling race, 160.4 km between Bollene and Valence, southern France, on July 23, 2025. Picture: AFP<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/tour-de-france-7.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>The pack of riders (peloton) cycles across Place de Thessalie in central Montpellier at the start of the 16th stage of the 112th edition of the Tour de France cycling race, 171.5 km between Montpellier and Mont Ventoux, southern France, on July 22, 2025. Picture: AFP)<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/tour-de-france-8.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Spectators line the race route in the ascent of Mont Ventoux during the 16th stage of the 112th edition of the Tour de France cycling race, 171.5 km between Montpellier and Mont Ventoux, southern France, on July 22, 2025. Picture: AFP<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/tour-de-france-9.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>The pack of riders (peloton) cycles cycles during the 14th stage of the 112th edition of the Tour de France cycling race, 182.6 km between Pau and Luchon-Superbagneres, in the Pyrenees mountains of southwestern France, on July 19, 2025. Picture: AFP<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/tour-de-france-10.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>A grey parrot looks on from inside its cage placed along the race route as Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe team’s Italian rider Gianni Moscon cycles during the 13th stage of the 112th edition of the Tour de France cycling race, 10.9 km individual time trial between Loudenvielle and Peyragudes, in the Pyrenees mountains of southwestern France, on July 18, 2025. Picture: AFP<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/tour-de-france-11.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Spectators jump in a makeshift swimming pool set up along the race route as the pack of riders (peloton) cycles past, during the ninth stage of the 112th edition of the Tour de France cycling race, 174.1 km between Chinon and Chateauroux, central France, on July 13, 2025. Picture: AFP<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/tour-de-france-12.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>The pack of riders (peloton) cycles past “Geants du Nord”, giant figurines of northern French folklore, at the start of the second stage of the 112th edition of the Tour de France cycling race, 209.1 km between Lauwin-Planque and Boulogne-sur-Mer, Northern France, on July 6, 2025. Picture: AFP<p>MORE PICTURES: Swimmers brave winter cold for polar dip at Ebotse</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics cycling France photography pictures Tour de France </p> PICTURES: Tour de France excitement at a glance \| The Citizen	查看 5886	《公民报》	2025-07-26 19:10:00 2025-07-27 05:33:37	word

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