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3230117	有图 <p> Lower price likely to sway buyers in favour of the Suzuki compact sedan. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Honda-Amaze-Front.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>The Amaze is the most affordable local Honda. Picture: Supplied</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Just the other day I was discussing the Suzuki DZire, saying it is practical and budget-friendly transport. One of its main rivals, the Honda Amaze, is no different.</p><p>But that does not mean it is bad in anyway. It just means that as with the Suzuki DZire, the car does what it says it will on the box. No more. No less.</p><p>Honda’s press release says something along the lines of, “…set to redefine the standard in practicality, convenience, and comfort”. Mostly true, although I am not sure about the Honda Amaze redefining the standard. They go on to say, “…a bold exterior design, and an interior filled with the latest convenience technology”.</p><p>ALSO READ: Improved new Honda Amaze offers more without breaking the bank</p>Same same, but different<p>A little less accurate as none of the cars in this segment can be classified as bold, or as having the latest of anything. The simple truth is that these cars are practical motoring implements bought out of necessity and not desire. And this means the numbers from price to fuel consumption and how they affect your pocket are what count most.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> July new vehicle sales cross 50 000 units for new record </p> </p> </p><p>The Honda Amaze 1.2 Comfort MT The Citizen Motoring had on test retails for R274 900 and the Suzuki DZire 1.2 GL+ 5MT for substantially less at R246 900. Both cars are known to be hardy and not problematic. And both include a four-year/60 000km service plan and a five-year/200 000km warranty in their selling price. I think the up-front price is a big factor in why potential customers walk into a Suzuki showroom before a Honda showroom.</p><p> </p><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/Honda-Amaze-Rear.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>The Honda Amaze is one of a few compact sedans on offer locally. Picture: Supplied<p>Powered by 1.2-litre naturally aspirated engine that produces 66kW of power and 110Nm of torque, the Honda Amaze is never going break any land speed records. But I thought it did a more than fine job of commuting.</p><p>The Suzuki DZire has its own 1.2-litre naturally aspirated engine under the bonnet. The mill produces the same sort of numbers at 60kW and 112Nm. Both drive to the front wheels through a five-speed manual transmission that felt lighter and less clunky on Suzuki.</p><p>ALSO READ: Suzuki Dzire sedan a ‘grown-up’ alternative to the playful Swift</p>Honda Amaze slightly thirstier<p>Spending the same sort of time in both and just driving around like a regular Joe, the very non-scientific fuel consumption figures I got came in at 5.9 litres per 100km for the Honda Amaze and 5.0 litres per 100km for the Suzuki DZire. It’s a small difference, but around R20 per every 100km travelled in favour of the Suzuki could just be the reason you go for it over the Honda.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> July new vehicle sales cross 50 000 units for new record </p> </p> <p> <p> Suzuki Grand Vitara keen to show why its the grandest of them all </p> </p> </p><p>Despite both having relatively small city friendly fuel tanks, with the Amaze at 35 litres and the DZire at 37 litres. Both should get you to Durban without a refuel.</p><p>Being compact sedans, probably the only other point mentioning is space, and more importantly boot space. The Honda Amaze offers 412 litres to the 378-litres of the Suzuki DZire. A clear win in favour of the Honda if you can get your head around how big? Or how small? The difference of 34 litres is in terms of real-world space. I can’t, other than to say the Honda has a bigger boot.</p><p>Both offer seating for five adults, but I wouldn’t want to be piggy in the middle in the back on that non-stop trip to Durban.</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/Honda-Amaze-Cluster.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript><sub>The Honda Amaze’s instrument cluster. Picture: Supplied</sub>Suzuki DZire slightly safer<p>The DZire outscores the Honda Amaze by 5 NCAP safety stars to 4, but on the safety front there is not much to write home about. Both have ABS, stability control and some airbags and not much else in terms of driver assistance systems. This said, I would still far rather be in control of my own fate than in the hands of a suicidal taxi driver trying to make his daily quota.</p><p> </p><p>Tech comes in the form of basic a touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, a few USB charge ports in the Suzuki, and a wireless charger in the Honda, plus a reverse camera for both.</p><p>The Suzuki DZire is cheaper and lighter than the Honda Amaze on fuel, and these two factors alone might be the reason why Honda sold only 20 of them last month to Suzuki’s 148. It’s a numbers game!</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Honda Road Tests Suzuki </p> Very little to choose between Honda Amaze and Suzuki DZire \| The Citizen	查看 5607	《公民报》	2025-08-03 12:15:00 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230116	有图 <p> Despite the various taxes we pay, the government still can’t get the job done properly. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/SA-government-tax.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>You’ve got to be ever so embarrassed when your country is on a taxing spree and still hasn’t gotten to the Lebanese levels of creativity (they tried to tax WhatsApp once).</p><p>What’s strange is that our government seemingly wants more and more but we’re getting less. There’s a reason people have turned to solar and why people are using private refuse removal. When it was the duty of the governmental institution, they were pretty terrible at providing. Should we be punished further for that inadequacy?</p><p>Thankfully, the courts in Gauteng thought not but what does it say for the authority to even try? It’s pretty arrogant.</p><p>“Hey, we’re not delivering. Give us more money so we cannot deliver some more, but better.” Even the English of it doesn’t make sense.</p><p>ALSO READ: Homeowners caught in solar registration grey zone</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Government announces when Aarto demerit system will start </p> </p> </p><p>At the same time, we’re dealing with a bunch of corruption issues and while those implicated are laughing at the selected fall guy, they have the guts to think: “Hmmmm a city cleaning levy sounds like a good idea.”</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Well, it’s not a good idea. You’re supposed to keep the city clean. It’s part of your job. Rates and taxes are there for that and making use of the municipal services is what the public pays for.</p><p>Take a moment to consider all the various taxes from fuel to VAT to income and if you’re still holding on to your JSE shares after this tariff debacle, you’re paying tax you didn’t even know about on your dividends before the money reaches you.</p><p>Sure, that goes to national and has different allocations but still, all that and the government can’t even pick up the trash properly? That this is being proposed in different municipalities is an indication that there’s a national discussion afoot and non-service clearly seems to be a national problem.</p><p>So why can’t they get the job done with the money they already have? Are things getting more expensive? Sure. We all feel that, but where we have to tighten our belts, those tasked with doing the job of budgeting, accountability and administration – otherwise known as governance – get away with putting on whatever fat they want and passing the costs onto ratepayers.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Government announces when Aarto demerit system will start </p> </p> <p> <p> Haven’t filed your tax return yet? Here’s how to avoid mistakes </p> </p> </p><p>That is quite a ridiculous notion so it’s awesome that the court gave it the ridicule it deserved.</p><p>ALSO READ: Court rules against City of Tshwane’s cleaning levy</p><p>It’s easy to let these little things slip by as they creep up. What’s a couple of hundred here and there? Thing is, for a country with exceptional unemployment and awful economic stagnation, a hundred bucks here is already a lot to ask for. Here and there will be debilitating to most.</p><p>And government can argue it’s targeting the people who buy houses in Cape Town for R150 million but then it needs to admit an even more embarrassing truth: the people who spend the big bucks on municipal rates can’t even get the services they’re paying for and need to fork out more on both tax and private service. C’mon.</p><p> </p><p>I know it’s not a popular thing to be nice to the rich guys, but I don’t think any municipal administrator will be satisfied if they order a bottle of Hennessy and are presented with a quarter full open bottle of Old Brown Sherry with lipstick marks on the tip, then told to pay an extra bottle kissing fee.</p><p>ALSO READ: Court declares Joburg’s non-sectional title refuse charge tariff unlawful</p><p>This is exactly why subsidies, redistribution and ideals of transformation have to be strategically managed. Of course richer people take on more of the burden for the betterment of society, at least financially. That makes sense. What doesn’t make sense is when you exclude them from that benefit by not offering the services that they pay for.</p><p>You can’t then be surprised when they opt out of the system. So, the government can’t say it didn’t see this coming. All it can say is that it was not prepared and had a hyperinflated sense of ego in this stupid game of chicken, expecting its public to just go along with its last-minute contingency.</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Government service delivery solar power tax </p> What will our government try to tax next? \| The Citizen	查看 5027	《公民报》	2025-08-03 13:00:00 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230115	有图 <p> Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus said using Handré Pollard, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Manie Libbok as the situation called also made the team harder to analyse. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Springbok-flyhalf-Manie-Libbok-and-Handre-Pollard-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Rassie Erasmus said he would rely on the different strengths of Springbok flyhalves Manie Libbok, Handré Pollard and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu (not pictured). Picture: Steve Haag/Gallo Images</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says he does not have a first-choice flyhalf and will use all three players in his squad in different situations this year’s Rugby Championship.</p><p>He said the opposition, game plan for the week, and how his bench was split would all determine which No 10 he plays. They all have their own strengths and weaknesses.</p><p>The Springboks generally kicked for touch when they won a penalty in their early-season games against the Barbarians, Italy and Georgia. But a traditional approach may be required against tougher opposition in the Rugby Championship, especially when games are tight.</p>The Springbok flyhalf conundrum<p>The Springboks won their last match 55–10, against Georgia at Mbombela Stadium, despite starting flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu missing four of his five kicks. He was replaced in the second half by Handré Pollard, who was excellent in front of the posts, as always. He nailed all four of his conversions and scored a try.</p><p>But Erasmus has opted to start with Feinberg-Mngomezulu or Manie Libbok in most matches lately, using the other player or Pollard from the bench. Pollard only started one of the four games so far, though he played the full 80 minutes against Italy at Loftus.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Springbok innovations: Rassie still has ideas up his sleeve </p> </p> </p><p>Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Libbok have been stronger in open play than Pollard, though less dependable in front of posts. The former achieved an 85.7% kicking success rate in the last United Rugby Championship, while his Stormers teammate Libbok recorded 72.6%.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Yet it was Libbok who shone in front of posts in the second Italy Test, coming back from two misses to slotting his next five.</p><p>It is somewhat of a conundrum for Erasmus, who was evidently backing Libbok and Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s open play, after they shone in the URC. But it is hard to judge the number of potential points they created versus those they lost in front of posts.</p>Rassie: Using all three makes the team less predictable<p>“I actually think all three of them are above average in every single department,” Erasmus said. “Each one has his different strengths. I think it will depend on the opposition.”</p><p>He said it would also depend on his forward-back bench split, and he may even employ utility back Damian Willemse.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Springbok innovations: Rassie still has ideas up his sleeve </p> </p> <p> <p> Rassie looks at player ages, prep for 2027 World Cup </p> </p> </p><p>“It will depend on whether we go a 6–2 split or 7–1 or 5–3. Probably if you go 6–2, someone like Sacha will work lekker, or Damian Willemse. It will depend on what the plan is on the day.</p><p>“We don’t have a first choice currently. If it was now a semi-final or final, it will be this flyhalf. If it is a running open game and we have a 7–1 split, it will be this guy. Then, if we really want to grind it out, it will be that guy.</p><p>“We like to think that doesn’t just keep our options open, but it’s harder to analyse. Less predictable.”</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Handrè Pollard Immanuel (Manie) Libbok Rassie Erasmus Sacha Mngomezulu Springboks (Bokke/Boks) </p> Rassie says he doesn't have a first-choice flyhalf: 'Each one has his strengths' \| The Citizen	查看 4103	《公民报》	2025-08-03 13:49:03 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230114	有图 <p> You can pay for home renovations using a home loan or personal loan and what the renovations entail will determine which option you choose. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Paying-for-home-renovations.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>You have great plans to renovate your home, but now the next question is where will the money come from to pay for your big plan? Should you use your home loan or take out another loan?</p><p>Property is one of the most valuable assets you can own and therefore, many homeowners are looking for ways to maintain and upgrade their homes, whether it is to personalise their space, improve everyday functionality, or stay in step with modern décor trends.</p><p>But turning those home improvement dreams into reality often comes with an exorbitant price tag and the funds are not always readily available, Wendy Beaumont, executive for unsecured lending at Nedbank, says.</p><p>For those who need financial support to get started, there are two common options: personal loans and home loan refinancing, she says. But how do you know which route is suitable for your project, budget and long-term financial strategy?</p><p>Beaumont says you first have to understand your options.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Bad day in home foreclosure court for Nedbank and its lawyers </p> </p> </p><p>ALSO READ: What you should know about loans</p><p> </p><p> </p>Understanding the options<p>A personal loan is typically an unsecured loan that has an assessed interest rate and term and ranges from 12 to 72 months. Approval is based largely on your credit score, income and expenses. The funds can usually be accessed fairly quickly.</p><p>By comparison, getting funding from your home loan may involve more steps, depending on the option you selected.</p><p>You can either apply for a further loan (which is new money borrowed against your property’s increased value and would require you to get a new bond) or a readvance that lets you reborrow funds you already repaid into your original bond.</p><p>Both options increase your loan but follow different processes. The bank will need to perform a credit assessment on you for both options.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Bad day in home foreclosure court for Nedbank and its lawyers </p> </p> <p> <p> R60bn class action suit against the banks set down for 2026 </p> </p> </p><p>ALSO READ: What you need to know about personal loans</p>Benefits and challenges of choosing a personal loan<p>A personal loan, on the other hand, is best suited for smaller-to-mid-sized projects, such as kitchen remodelling, new flooring, painting, new appliances, furniture, or adding a carport or garage.</p><p>Beaumont says it is also ideal for homeowners with lower home equity (the difference between your property value and the amount you still owe on your home loan) or who want to avoid refinancing their home loan and for home projects that require a quick turnaround where time is of the essence.</p><p>The application process is simple and speedy with no collateral required and the fixed payment schedule makes for easy budgeting, with predictable repayment schedules. However, she points out, borrowers with average credit scores attract higher interest rates due to their riskier credit profile.</p><p> </p><p>Personal loans are typically capped based on income and other factors and monthly repayments may be higher due to shorter repayment periods.</p><p>ALSO READ: What to do if you start falling behind on your home loan</p>Pros and cons of refinancing a home loan<p>Refinancing, particularly through a further loan, is typically suited for larger projects, such as structural upgrades. However, a readvance can also be ideal for smaller projects when clients have extra funds in their home loan account from paying ahead, enabling faster access with competitive interest rates.</p><p>In contrast, Beaumont says, the processing times are longer as credit assessments and approvals can slow the process. Upfront fees are typically higher than for a personal loan and you may increase your total debt exposure and likely your repayment term.</p><p> </p>Which option is more convenient?<p>Personal loans offer convenience with a quicker turnaround time due to no collateral validations and limited paperwork needed to be produced. Beaumont points out that they are a better fit if you want to avoid reworking your home loan, especially if you are on a fixed-rate loan with a great interest rate.</p><p>Getting funds from your home loan makes sense when your revised interest rate is reasonable and if you plan to stay in your home long enough to recoup the associated costs. Beaumont says it is a strategic move if you plan significant home upgrades and want to leverage your home’s value for long-term financial benefit.</p><p>ALSO READ: How to finance your home loan if you do not have a regular income</p>How to weigh up your options<p>“There is no one-size-fits-all answer when choosing between a personal loan and refinancing your home loan. It ultimately depends on your financial health, the size of your project and your long-term goals,” Beaumont says.</p><p> </p><p>“Personal loans offer quick access to funds and a simpler application process, while refinancing your home taps into long-term value at lower rates. The key is to weigh short-term convenience against long-term cost and equity.”</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics home loans personal loans </p> Big plans to improve your home? Here's how to finance your renovations	查看 5823	《公民报》	2025-08-03 14:09:00 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230113	有图 <p> The late national police commissioner Jackie Selebi was an ANC insider. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/South-African-Police-Service-Saps-ANC.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Public Order Police (POPs) members at the Tshwane Police Training Academy on 15 June 2024. Picture: Gallo Images/Frennie Shivambu</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>After South Africa’s first democratic elections in 1994, there was significant optimism about police reform in the country. </p><p>Impressive steps were taken to bring the South African Police Service (Saps) under civilian control and to create a service responsive to calls for assistance from the public.</p><p>During the apartheid period, South Africa’s police worked to preserve the political order and pursue political opponents. </p><p>It did not focus on dealing with crime. This is why the achievements of the 1990s are so important. </p><p>For the first time, black South Africans could call upon officers to respond to personal emergencies. This period also saw a drop in crime levels.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Two arrested after mother and toddler beheaded in Limpopo </p> </p> </p><p>However, this promising early transformation was interrupted. The appointment of Jackie Selebi as national police commissioner in 2000 heralded a new era. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Selebi was an African National Congress (ANC) insider. The ANC originated as a liberation movement and has governed the country since 1994.</p><p>Selebi had served as the head of the ANC’s Youth League in the 1980s, when it was banned. </p><p>In 1987 he was appointed to the organisation’s national executive committee, its highest decision-making organ.</p><p>His appointment as police commissioner was the start of significant change in the purpose of policing. </p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Two arrested after mother and toddler beheaded in Limpopo </p> </p> <p> <p> MK party and Zuma suffer blow as ConCourt rules in Ramaphosa’s favour [VIDEO] </p> </p> </p><p>It marked the end of the focus on civilian control of the police force and prosecuting authorities. </p><p>As an ANC insider, Selebi led efforts to establish party control over the police.</p><p>ALSO READ: Madlanga inquiry: Mkhwanazi first to be consulted</p><p>This politicisation gained momentum over the next two decades. </p><p> </p><p>In the early years it was exemplified by the suspension of the head of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), Advocate Vusi Pikoli, by then president Thabo Mbeki, amid corruption allegations against Selebi himself.</p><p>Other telling developments ensued. The Scorpions were disbanded in 2009 by acting president Kgalema Motlanthe. </p><p>The unit’s job was to pursue high-profile cases against senior ANC politicians (among others).</p><p>The police became increasingly entangled in the ANC’s internal political conflicts. </p><p> </p><p>At the same time the office of the national police commissioner experienced high turnover due to intense political manoeuvring. </p><p>Between 2009 and 2022, there were seven national commissioners.</p><p>Recent developments have once again brought the intermingling of police work and power battles in the ANC to the fore. </p><p>In early July 2025, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, the commissioner of police in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, made some startling claims. </p><p> </p><p>He called a press conference and, wearing camouflage uniform, he implicated the minister of police, Senzo Mchunu, together with the deputy national commissioner for crime detection, in a scheme to close down investigations into political assassinations in the province.</p><p>President Cyril Ramaphosa rushed back from a meeting of the Brics countries in Brazil to attend to the matter. </p><p>He announced that the police minister had been placed on leave with immediate effect. He also announced a judicial inquiry into the allegations.</p><p>I have conducted research into South Africa’s security apparatus over the last decade. </p><p>Based on this work, and new research forthcoming in the Journal of Southern African Studies done with Jelena Vidojevic, co-founder of the New South Institute, it is clear that elite contestation in the ANC is intensifying.</p><p>In other words, the ability of internal party structures to manage gatekeeping is declining. Many of the people involved are indifferent or even hostile to South Africa’s democratic and constitutional order.</p><p>As the ability of some political elites to access state resources through the party declines, some are linked with organised criminal networks. </p><p>Organised crime has been on the edges of South African politics. It now risks taking a more central role.</p><p>In this environment, the police service will often be the thin (blue) line between multiparty contestation according to constitutional rules and the criminalisation of politics in South Africa.</p>The shift<p>Large organisational changes within the police vividly illustrate this shift away from its core function.</p><p>The Visible Policing programme was meant to meant to deter crime through patrols, checkpoints and roadblocks. </p><p>But, instead, there was a steady decline in resource allocation. Employee numbers dropped between 2015 and 2021.</p><p>Detective services and crime intelligence also experienced such declines.</p><p>Conversely, employee numbers in the Protection and Security Services programme, responsible for providing bodyguards to politicians, increased sharply between 2014 and 2016.</p><p>Evidence heard by the commission of inquiry into state capture suggested that some officers and budgets in the service were even used to supply President Jacob Zuma and other politicians with what amounted to a private militia.</p><p>READ MORE: Police investigate allegations of Basotho military-style training camps in South Africa</p><p>This reorientation of resources coincided with a rise in crime across the country, a decline in arrests by 24.5%, and a drop in the police’s efficacy in solving crimes.</p><p>Furthermore, a politicised police leadership effectively stopped policing various categories of crime. </p><p>This was particularly true of offences like fraud, corruption, and certain types of theft, and particularly when politically connected persons were involved.</p><p>The state capture commission heard extensive evidence about the failure of the police to pursue politically sensitive investigations. </p><p>Investigations into senior officials were frequently frustrated or impeded, and cases at state-owned enterprises were abandoned.</p><p>This shows how police resources were actively redirected as weapons of elite competition, pursuing political enemies and protecting allies within the ruling party.</p><p>Mkhwanazi’s claims, if substantiated, suggest that this political policing remains entrenched.</p>What now?<p>Ramaphosa has announced the appointment of Firoz Cachalia as the acting minister of police. </p><p>Cachalia, a well regarded legal academic, served as ANC minister for community safety. </p><p>Between 2019 and 2022 he was part of the ANC’s national executive committee.</p><p>His appointment raises serious questions.</p><p>If the core problem with the police is that it has become embroiled in ANC internal politics, having an ANC insider head the ministry of police (even if only on an acting basis) threatens only to compound the problem.</p><p>Moreover, South Africans have already witnessed a long and expensive judicial inquiry into state capture.</p><p>And despite extensive evidence of police failure to pursue politically sensitive investigations, nothing concrete has come of it.</p><p>READ MORE: Ramaphosa says Madlanga commission mustn’t take more than one year</p><p>How likely is it that this new initiative will be any different, especially if those investigating it and presiding over key institutions are themselves ANC insiders?</p><p>To depoliticise the police service and redirect its attention and activities towards crime and emergencies, a crucial first step is to reconsider the appointment processes for the national police commissioner and other top managers.</p><p>Under the current system the president has sole discretion. This bakes party-political considerations into the decision-making process.</p><p>Without structural changes, genuine democratic policing will remain an elusive ideal.</p><p>In 2024/25 the murder rate in South Africa stood at 42 per 100,000, among the highest in the world and close to levels not seen since the early 2000s.</p><p>At the very least, the minister of police must not be an ANC insider. Democratic renewal in South Africa requires bringing the police firmly under parliamentary control.</p><p>This article was republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original articlehere.</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics African National Congress (ANC) Police South African Police Service (SAPS) </p> SA's police serve ANC insiders, not the people: Here’s how it happened	查看 9300	《公民报》	2025-08-03 14:13:44 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230112	有图 <p> It was the SA women"s team"s final match before the Rugby World Cup. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/SA-women-rugby-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>A group of Springbok women’s rugby players celebrate their win against a New Zealand XV on Saturday. Picture: Ashley Vlotman/Gallo Images</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Springbok women’s team coach Swys de Bruin says their victory against a New Zealand Black Ferns XV in Cape Town on Saturday was a massive confidence-booster ahead of the World Cup taking place in a few weeks’ time.</p><p>The SA women’s Boks beat a New Zealand women’s side 41-24 at the Athlone Stadium to end their World Cup preparations on a high.</p><p>The team had been beaten 34-26 by the same opponents the week before.</p>’Close to where we wanted to be’<p>“I think we are now close to where we wanted to be a few weeks out from the Rugby World Cup,” said De Bruin.</p><p>“The team really played well tonight and executed the tweaks we, and that delivered not only a winning result, but also a boost of confidence to the squad and management.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> OPINION: Junior Springbok stars set to light up the Currie Cup </p> </p> </p><p>“We worked hard to get to this point, and I can honestly say this was one of the best performances we had since I joint the squad just over a year ago.”</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>De Bruin said the players took the responsibility to change last weekend’s result upon themselves and made a mental switch for this weekend’s game.</p><p>“It started with our jersey presentation when Babalwa (Latsha) made a wonderful speech to the team and they embraced the message she delivered that it was time to take the opportunities that they create,” he said. “They showed exactly that today, it was such an inspiring performance.”</p><p>De Bruin said their Rugby World Cup preparations are now complete and they can finally focus on their next task, the opening match against Brazil in Northampton in just over two weeks’ time.</p><p>“The coaches are happy that we got our combinations and spine right and we can go to the World Cup 99% sure of what we need to do to have the best performance ever,” De Bruin said. “We needed this win and the way we did it, was an extra boost.”</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> OPINION: Junior Springbok stars set to light up the Currie Cup </p> </p> <p> <p> Rassie names 37 players in Bok squad to take on Australia </p> </p> </p><p>South Africa are in Pool D at the World Cup, with France, Italy and Brazil.</p><p>The Springbok women’s squad for the Rugby World Cup 2025 will be announced on Saturday, 9 August.</p><p>SA World Cup fixtures</p><p>Brazil – Sunday 24 August, 3.45pm</p><p> </p><p>Italy – Sunday 31 August, 4.30pm</p><p>France – Sunday 7 September, 5.45pm</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics sa rugby </p> ‘It’s a confidence-boosting win,’ says Bok women’s coach De Bruin ahead of World Cup \| The Citizen	查看 3245	《公民报》	2025-08-03 14:26:10 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230111	有图 <p> Nearly 1 400 Palestinians have been killed in the Gaza Strip while waiting for aid since 27 May. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Palestine-Israel-conflict-Gaza-Strip-aid.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>People carry relief supplies from the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) as displaced Palestinians return from an aid distribution centre in the central Gaza Strip on 8 June 2025. Picture: Eyad Baba / AFP</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The trickle of food aid Israel allows to enter Gaza after nearly 22 months of war is seized by Palestinians risking their lives under fire, looted by gangs or diverted in chaotic circumstances rather than reaching those most in need, UN agencies, aid groups and analysts say.</p><p>After images of malnourished children stoked an international outcry, aid has started to be delivered to the territory once more but on a scale deemed woefully insufficient by international organisations.</p><p>Every day, AFP correspondents on the ground see desperate crowds rushing towards food convoys or the sites of aid drops by Arab and European air forces.</p><p>On Thursday, in Al-Zawayda in central Gaza, emaciated Palestinians rushed to pallets parachuted from a plane, jostling and tearing packages from each other in a cloud of dust.</p><p>ALSO READ: Hamas delegation travels to Turkey as Gaza ceasefire talks falter</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> SA pushes for two-state solution in Palestine: ‘Peace must prevail,’ says Lamola [VIDEO] </p> </p> </p><p>“Hunger has driven people to turn on each other. People are fighting each other with knives,” Amir Zaqot, who came seeking aid, told AFP.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>To avoid disturbances, World Food Programme (WFP) drivers have been instructed to stop before their intended destination and let people help themselves. But to no avail.</p><p>“A truck wheel almost crushed my head, and I was injured retrieving the bag,” sighed a man, carrying a bag of flour on his head, in the Zikim area, in the northern Gaza Strip.</p>‘Truly tragic’ <p>Mohammad Abu Taha went at dawn to a distribution site near Rafah in the south to join the queue and reserve his spot. </p><p>He said there were already “thousands waiting, all hungry, for a bag of flour or a little rice and lentils.”</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> SA pushes for two-state solution in Palestine: ‘Peace must prevail,’ says Lamola [VIDEO] </p> </p> <p> <p> History will not tolerate Israel regime’s deception </p> </p> </p><p>“Suddenly, we heard gunshots….. There was no way to escape. People started running, pushing and shoving each other, children, women, the elderly,” said the 42-year-old. </p><p>“The scene was truly tragic: blood everywhere, wounded, dead.”</p><p>Nearly 1 400 Palestinians have been killed in the Gaza Strip while waiting for aid since 27 May, the majority by the Israeli army, the United Nations said on Friday.</p><p>The Israeli army denies any targeting, insisting it only fires “warning shots” when people approach too close to its positions.</p><p> </p><p>READ MORE: Trump contradicts Netanyahu, Palestinians in Gaza facing ‘real starvation’</p><p>International organisations have for months condemned the restrictions imposed by the Israeli authorities on aid distribution in Gaza, including refusing to issue border crossing permits, slow customs clearance, limited access points, and imposing dangerous routes.</p><p>On Tuesday, in Zikim, the Israeli army “changed loading plans for WFP, mixing cargo unexpectedly. </p><p>The convoy was forced to leave early, without proper security,” said a senior UN official who spoke on condition of anonymity.</p><p> </p><p>In the south of Gaza, at the Kerem Shalom border crossing, “there are two possible routes to reach our warehouses (in central Gaza),” said an NGO official, who also preferred to remain anonymous. “One is fairly safe, the other is regularly the scene of fighting and looting, and that’s the one we’re forced to take.”</p>‘Darwinian experiment’<p>Some of the aid is looted by gangs – who often directly attack warehouses – and diverted to traders who resell it at exorbitant prices, according to several humanitarian sources and experts.</p><p>“It becomes this sort of Darwinian social experiment of the survival of the fittest,” said Muhammad Shehada, visiting fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR).</p><p>“People who are the most starved in the world and do not have the energy must run and chase after a truck and wait for hours and hours in the sun and try to muscle people and compete for a bag of flour,” he said.</p><p> </p><p>READ MORE: Food arrives in Gaza after Israel pauses some fighting</p><p>Jean Guy Vataux, emergency coordinator for Doctors Without Borders (MSF) in Gaza, added: “We’re in an ultra-capitalist system, where traders and corrupt gangs send kids to risk life and limb at distribution points or during looting. It’s become a new profession.”</p><p>This food is then resold to “those who can still afford it” in the markets of Gaza City, where the price of a 25-kilogramme bag of flour can exceed $400, he added.</p>‘Never found proof’<p>Israel has repeatedly accused Hamas of looting aid supplied by the UN, which has been delivering the bulk of aid since the start of the war triggered by the militant group’s October 2023 attack.</p><p>The Israeli authorities have used this accusation to justify the total blockade they imposed on Gaza between March and May, and the subsequent establishment of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a private organisation supported by Israel and the United States which has become the main aid distributor, sidelining UN agencies.</p><p>However, for more than two million inhabitants of Gaza the GHF has just four distribution points, which the UN describes as a “death trap”.</p><p>“Hamas… has been stealing aid from the Gaza population many times by shooting Palestinians,” said the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday.</p><p>But according to senior Israeli military officials quoted by the New York Times on July 26, Israel “never found proof” that the group had “systematically stolen aid” from the UN.</p><p>READ MORE: Children starve in Gaza as EU powers push ceasefire talks</p><p>Weakened by the war with Israel which has seen most of its senior leadership killed, Hamas today is made up of “basically decentralised autonomous cells” said Shehada.</p><p>He said while Hamas militants still hunker down in each Gaza neighbourhood in tunnels or destroyed buildings, they are not visible on the ground “because Israel has been systematically going after them”.</p><p>Aid workers told AFP that during the ceasefire that preceded the March blockade, the Gaza police – which includes many Hamas members – helped secure humanitarian convoys, but that the current power vacuum was fostering insecurity and looting.</p><p>“UN agencies and humanitarian organisations have repeatedly called on Israeli authorities to facilitate and protect aid convoys and storage sites in our warehouses across the Gaza Strip,” said Bushra Khalidi, policy lead at Oxfam.</p><p>“These calls have largely been ignored,” she added.</p>‘All kinds of criminal activities’<p>The Israeli army is also accused of having equipped Palestinian criminal networks in its fight against Hamas and of allowing them to plunder aid.</p><p>“The real theft of aid since the beginning of the war has been carried out by criminal gangs, under the watch of Israeli forces, and they were allowed to operate in proximity to the Kerem Shalom crossing point into Gaza,” Jonathan Whittall, Palestinian territories chief of the UN humanitarian office (OCHA), told reporters in May.</p><p>According to Israeli and Palestinian media reports, an armed group called the Popular Forces, made up of members of a Bedouin tribe led by Yasser Abu Shabab, is operating in the southern region under Israeli control.</p><p>The ECFR describes Abu Shabab as leading a “criminal gang operating in the Rafah area that is widely accused of looting aid trucks”.</p><p>The Israeli authorities themselves acknowledged in June that they had armed Palestinian gangs opposed to Hamas, without directly naming the one led by Abu Shabab.</p><p>Michael Milshtein, head of the Palestinian Studies Forum at the Moshe Dayan Center of Tel Aviv University, said many of the gang’s members were implicated in “all kinds of criminal activities, drug smuggling, and things like that”.</p><p>“None of this can happen in Gaza without the approval, at least tacit, of the Israeli army,” said a humanitarian worker in Gaza, asking not to be named.</p><p>NOW READ:More than 100 NGOs warn ‘mass starvation’ spreading across Gaza</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Gaza gaza strip Hamas Israel Palestine </p> Chaos, gangs, gunfire: Gaza aid fails to reach most needy	查看 9107	《公民报》	2025-08-03 14:28:51 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230110	有图 <p> A number of exciting matches were contested over the weekend. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Paarl-Boys-High-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Paarl was decked in blue and white after Paarl Boys High’s win against Paarl Gimnasium on Saturday. Picture: Ashley Vlotman/Gallo Images</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Paarl Boys High scored two late tries to stun town rivals Paarl Gimnasium 35-33 in their big interschools derby in Paarl on Saturday.</p><p>Played in front of thousands of fans, one of the biggest school derbies in the world lived up to the hype.</p><p>It was Boys High’s first win in this derby in three years and ended Gimnasium’s hopes of finishing the season unbeaten.</p><p>In a tight game, Gimnasium led 33-21 with 10 minutes to play but two late tries sealed the deal for Boys High.</p><p>Some outstanding tries were scored over the match, with Gimnasium’s SA Schools centre Markus Muller prominent in scoring a try, kicking three conversions and four penalties. His team’s other tries were scored by Hendre van der Westhuizen and Jean Dreyer.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Schools rugby fixtures: Paarl derby one of the biggest games of the year </p> </p> </p><p>Boys High’s five converted tries cam from Jeheal Davids, Gershom Pieters, Kobus Wilken, Leighton Bruikhuis and Liam de Villiers. Iwan Jordaan converted all of the tries.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>In the other big derby in Gqeberha, Grey College beat Grey High 46-15, while in Joburg Jeppe edged KES 39-31 in another entertaining game.</p><p>Down in the Eastern Cape, there were wins for Queen’s and Graeme College, while in KZN Pretoria Boys High had just too much for their hosts, Maritzburg College, winning 31-27. </p>Selected results<p>Potch Boys 35 HTS Klerksdorp 38</p><p>Sentraal 7 Witteberg 70</p><p>Fichardtpark 26 Voortrekker 19</p><p>Northwood 5 DHS 38</p><p>Glenwood 53 Parktown 10</p><p>Maritzburg 27 PBH 31</p><p>Helpmekaar 38 Rustenburg 22</p><p>Jeppe 31 KES 31</p><p>Menlopark 39 Monument 35</p><p>Noordheuwel 28 Garsfontein 22</p><p>Waterkloof 19 Affies 64</p><p>Dale 10 Graeme 17</p><p>Grey High 15 Grey College 46</p><p>Selborne 28 Queen’s 31</p><p>Oakdale 21 Paul Roos 17</p><p>Paarl Gim 33 Paarl Boys High 35</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Schools rugby fixtures: Paarl derby one of the biggest games of the year </p> </p> <p> <p> School rugby results: Paarl Gim unbeaten after 15 games, Paul Roos thrash Rondebosch </p> </p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics school sport </p> Schools rugby results: Paarl Boys High stun Gimnasium, Grey College hammer Grey High \| The Citizen	查看 2817	《公民报》	2025-08-03 14:34:39 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230109	有图 <p> Famous marque can change a set of tyres in two secs. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Ferrari-pits-betting-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari gets seen to in the pits during practice for the Hungarian GP on Sunday. Picture: Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto via Getty Images</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Ferrari’s legion of Formula 1 fans will be pleased to hear the famous marque is likely to win Sunday’s Hungarian Grand Prix – in the “Fastest Pit Stop” category.</p><p>Betway has Ferrari at 1.61 to execute the fastest pit stop on either of their two cars, driven by Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton.</p><p>Red Bull Racing, the team of reigning world champion Max Verstappen, are next in the odds at 4.00, with runaway 2025 constructor championship leaders McLaren at 6.50.</p><p>Ferrari haven’t always been the fastest in the pits, but in 2025 they’ve upped their game, partly thanks to machine learning.</p><p>Leclerc’s car had its tyres changed in two minutes flat at the Saudi and Emilia Romagna Grands Prix, and 2.04 in Monaco.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Cape Town F1 Grand Prix proposal aims to build on World Cup legacy </p> </p> </p><p>The fastest stop on record was posted by McLaren, who achieved a time of 1.80 seconds at the 2023 Qatar Grand Prix. The previous record was held by Red Bull.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Alessandro Fusaro, the No 1 mechanic for Ferrari’s Formula 1 team, is the man behind the new Ferrari dominance. He has a tattoo of Guido, the tyre-changing forklift from Pixar’s movie Cars, a character who is a passionate Ferrari fan and a pit crew member in the film.</p><p>Meanwhile, on the actual track, will it be McLaren’s Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris who’ll come out on top or perhaps Verstappen, Leclerc, Hamilton or George Russell?</p><p>As always, Betway have a multitude of bet options – from the number of safety cars deployed, to the chance of a red flag, to first retirements.</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Formula 1 (F1) Grand Prix </p> Ferrari: fastest in the pits \| The Citizen	查看 2279	《公民报》	2025-08-03 15:35:41 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230108	有图 <p> And its cure little face won"t look out of place next to Lightning McQueen in Cars. </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/vw-id.buzz-cargo-review-front.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>The VW ID.Buzz is a mix of retro and modern styling. Picture: Jaco van der Merwe</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Awaiting the highly-anticipated local introduction of the all-new Volkswagen Transporter before the end of the year, we had a little taste of what the iconic VW Kombi can be like beyond in the incoming generation.</p><p>The German carmaker has not yet availed electric vehicles (EVs) to the Mzansi public, despite a few of these undergoing local testing. Over the last few years, we’ve driven the eGolf, the ID.3 hatchback and ID.4 SUV.</p><p>After undergoing testing in DHL’s fleet in Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg, VW has now also given the media a taste of the ID.Buzz. We were quite excited over the prospect of driving another EV from the VW stable. Albeit only in ID.Buzz Cargo guise and not the proper people mover the popular VW Kombi is best known for.</p><p>ALSO READ: 71 years of stories: Evolution of the VW Kombi</p><p>VW uses the “ID” prefix for its range of electric cars. In the case of the van, the “Buzz” part is a light-hearted reference to the buzzing sound emitted from electric cars. It also serves as a link to the Volkswagen Type 2 bus on which its styling is based on.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> BYD approves Dolphin Mini for South Africa as renamed Atto 1 </p> </p> </p>VW Kombi reimagined<p>The Citizen Motoring thought the retro-meets-modern styling was very cool, and so did almost every onlooker. It gives real “hippie vans” vibes along with modern touches.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>You will be forgiven for thinking the ID.Buzz looks like a character out of the Cars animated movie. The shape of the LED headlights creates the impression of a pair of eyes; the VW logo forms a snub nose along with a nice wide smile in the pattern on the bumper. Rounding off the look are cute round cheeks.</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/vw-id.buzz-cargo-review-cargo.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript><sub>Rear barn doors provide access to almost four cubic metres of cargo space. Picture: Jaco van der Merwe</sub><p>The rear and sides of the all-white van with steel wheels and plastic rim covers with are less imaginative, but there is only so much you can do with a panel van. A passenger van version showcased at the Festival of Motoring last year featured very attractive two-tone paintwork along with two-tone alloy wheels.</p><p>The impressive 3.9 cubic metre cargo hold, which are accessed through a sliding door on either side and double barn door opening tailgate, were not of much use to us other than children kitting it out with a camping mattress over the weekend.</p>Simplistic cabin<p>The very simplistic and industrial-like cabin, which will no doubt get plusher in a passenger offering, is in line with the ID.4 we sampled last year.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> BYD approves Dolphin Mini for South Africa as renamed Atto 1 </p> </p> <p> <p> Volvo approves three new models for 2025 and a surprise 2026 arrival </p> </p> </p><p>A 5.3-inch instrument binnacle and 12.9-inch infotainment system take care of most information and entertainment. The usual set of buttons feature on the polyurethane steering wheel, with the gear shifter located Mercedes-Benz style on the right stalk. A few physical buttons remained for volume, climate control and side mirror adjustment, but other than that it was a very simplistic affair.</p><p>One little oddity was the lack of a reverse camera, with the ID.Buzz only offering rear parking sensors. As a solid bulkhead separates the cabin from the cargo hold, you would at least expect seeing what is behind a 4 712mm long vehicle while reversing.</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/vw-id.buzz-cargo-review-cabin.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript><sub>The ID.Buzz’s cabin is tough enough for daily commercial use. Picture: Jaco van der Merwe </sub><p>The electric van features an 82kWh battery which sends 150kW of power and 310Nm to a rear electric motor. To put this into perspective, the current VW Kombi’s 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine comes in three states of tune; 81kW, 110kW and 146kW.</p><p>ALSO READ: Honest charm helps VW Kombi stand test of time</p><p> </p>ID.Buzz packs a punch<p>VW claims that the ID.Buzz Cargo will sprint from 0 to 100km/h in a respectable 10.3 seconds. But because of the instant torque, it feels much faster. We gave a Ford Ranger Raptor owner a big fright when we managed to stay with the raucous bakkie bumper to bumper during acceleration when the light turned green. Much to the Raptor man’s relief, the van’s power started waning at the national limit.</p><p>If you don’t take on fast bakkies and manage to consume around 20kWh per 100km, you should get around 400km on a single charge. It also only took 30 minutes at a 120kW DC charger to take the battery up from 24% to 80%.</p><p>Like with the ID.4, the drive is very easy and pleasant. We could just imagine how nice it will be to cruise around in a plusher passenger version of the ID.Buzz taking the family on a cruise. The beloved VW Kombi reimagined for the future. A future that might not be all that far away.</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics electric cars Road Tests Volkswagen(VW) </p> ID.Buzz Cargo van gives glimpse of VW Kombi's electric future \| The Citizen	查看 6043	《公民报》	2025-08-03 16:05:00 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230107	有图 <p> Who pays for your elderly parents care is usually the responsibility ofall the children, but not everyone can afford to. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Caring-for-elderly-parents.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>With the cost of living increasing more than our parents would have thought, and with them living longer, many are now in a position where they have to depend on their children to pay for their care because their savings fall short.</p><p>While the responsibility of caring for elderly parents has long been a deeply held value in many South African families, changing social and economic dynamics are reshaping how this care is shared among siblings, Lee Hancox, head of channel and segment marketing at Sanlam, says.</p><p>“Today, more adult children are navigating complex caregiving roles, often balancing work, distance and family life, while still honouring the cultural importance of supporting their parents. Even if care for elderly parents is a shared value, the means and methods of providing that care can differ, especially when siblings have different financial situations or ‘money personalities’.</p><p>“In many South African families, caring for elderly parents is a natural extension of family responsibility, but the way siblings approach this care, especially when financial resources and priorities differ, can be complex.”</p><p>Even in families where love and commitment to eldercare run deep, siblings may approach financial responsibility in different ways. These differences, often shaped by personal experiences, values and financial habits, can lead to misunderstandings or tension, she warns.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Only 8% of women are confident about retirement – are you one of them? </p> </p> </p><p>“You might have one sibling who is more spontaneous, wanting to act quickly, provide the best care possible and spare no expense. Meanwhile, another might be methodical, carefully weighing what is affordable and sustainable. Both approaches come from love, but without a shared plan and open communication, these differences can create tension – especially under pressure.”</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Warning! The retirement savings gap is widening in South Africa</p><p>Drawing from professional expertise and personal insight, Hancox shares her top tips to navigate this emotional financial terrain:</p>Start saving for your own retirement from day one<p>Supporting your parents as they age is a profound act of love and respect – one that many South Africans embrace as part of their family values. But it is also important to care for your own financial wellbeing in the process.</p><p>“Planning ahead is important. Retirement is not just about reaching a certain age but about preparing for the decades that may follow, including medical costs, frail care and maintaining dignity in daily life.”</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Only 8% of women are confident about retirement – are you one of them? </p> </p> <p> <p> Gerrie Fourie’s tearful farewell to Capitec family </p> </p> </p><p>Hancox says even small steps to save and set financial goals can make a meaningful difference. </p><p>“Creating clear boundaries around what you can realistically contribute, both financially and emotionally, can help protect your future and that of your children, while still honouring your commitment to your parents.”</p><p>ALSO READ: Funding the family: Black tax and the ‘sandwich generation’ are on the rise</p>Have the tough conversations early, with your parents if possible<p>Initiating conversations about your parents’ future care and financial plans can feel uncomfortable, but it is an important step in supporting them with dignity. “It is not always easy to ask, but having these discussions early can help avoid stress during a crisis.”</p><p> </p><p>Hancox says if your parents are in a home that is becoming difficult to maintain, gently explore the idea of downsizing or adapting the space. If their medical cover is limited, investigate options together while there is still time to plan.</p><p>“And if emotions run high, consider involving a financial planner or family lawyer – someone neutral who can guide the conversation and help shape a plan that respects everyone’s needs. Even meeting in a relaxed setting, like a coffee shop, can help ease the tension and create space for honest dialogue.”</p><p>ALSO READ: Black tax is hitting a generation regardless of skin colour</p>Find common ground with siblings<p>When your siblings have different financial habits or ‘money personalities’, planning for a parent’s care can be complex. But rather than focusing on differences, it helps to centre the conversation on shared values and your parent’s wellbeing, Hancox says.</p><p> </p><p>“A respectful, structured approach can make space for everyone’s voice and lead to practical solutions.”</p><p>She says you can consider preparing guiding questions in advance:</p>What kind of care would Mom or Dad feel most comfortable with?What can each of us realistically contribute – financially, emotionally, or in terms of time?How will we manage unexpected costs together?<p>“Some may prefer a detailed budget and contingency plan, while others may value flexibility and responsiveness. It is also important to acknowledge who is providing most of the hands-on care and explore how others can support consistently, whether through financial contributions, emotional support, or taking on specific tasks. Open, empathetic dialogue can help families honour their shared commitment while navigating the realities of caregiving.”</p><p>ALSO READ: Black tax survival guide: Getting your financial groove back</p><p> </p>Remember what is best for Mom and Dad<p>Hancox says you may never be able to fully measure the sacrifices your parents made, but you can honour them in a way that is sustainable for you and your family. </p><p>“That means finding a balance, supporting them with care and dignity, while also protecting your own financial wellbeing and peace of mind.”</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics parents retirement </p> Tips on how to decide who pays to look after elderly parents	查看 6571	《公民报》	2025-08-03 16:14:00 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230106	有图 <p> The fifth and final Test between England and India at the Oval in London is set up for a thrilling conclusion on Sunday. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/India-bets-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>India are in a strong position on day four in the fifth Test against England at the Oval. Picture: Alex Davidson/Getty Images</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The fifth Test between England and India at the Oval in London is all set up to be a thrilling contest on day four on Sunday.</p><p>After three pulsating days of action, it seems the match will finish on Sunday, on the fourth day, with both the hosts and the visitors in a position to win.</p><p>As things stand, England need another 324 runs in their second innings to win the match, with nine wickets in hand. India need nine wickets to square the series, which is currently 2-1 in favour of England.</p><p>No side have made more to win in the fourth innings of a Test at the Oval than England’s 263 against Australia in 1902.</p><p>So, who’s it going to be?</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> England or India — who’ll take the fifth Test? </p> </p> </p><p>India have scored 224 and 396 in their turns at the crease, while England scored 247 in their first innings.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>There’s sure to be some thrilling action on Sunday, especially with England never afriad to play attacking cricket and their batters always willing to have a go.</p><p>Zak Crawley is the England batter who won’t be part of the action on Sunday.</p><p>Betway have India as the big favourites at 1.50 for the win, while England pulling off a remarkable run chase to achieve victory are at 2.70. A draw is at 40.00.</p><p>There are other options from Betway on offer as well.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> England or India — who’ll take the fifth Test? </p> </p> <p> <p> Expect more fireworks in fourth Test between England and India </p> </p> </p><p>All these odds are correct at time of publishing and subject to change.</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics England cricket team India cricket team </p> India in pound seats to level series with England \| The Citizen	查看 2383	《公民报》	2025-08-03 16:17:11 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230105	有图 <p> Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus said the team had to keep innovating to stay ahead of the opposition. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Springbok-coach-Rassie-Erasmus-2.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus employed a few tricks in the season’s opening games.Picture: Dirk Kotze/Gallo Images</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus said his innovations are far from over, and we may see some in this season’s Rugby Championship, which gets under way in two weeks’ time.</p><p>In the season’s four opening games, the Springboks beat the Barbarians 54–7, Italy 42–24 and 45–0, and Georgia 55–10. </p><p>South Africa fielded 48 players in these matches, though Erasmus said he would still like to give opportunities to Jaden and Jordan Hendrikse, Quan Horn and Renzo du Plessis this year.</p><p>Traditional centre André Esterhuizen packed down at flank in the opening game against the Barbarians. A ‘hybrid player‘, Esterhuizen played flank in attack and dropped to centre in defence.</p><p>Then, in the second Test against Italy, the Boks played ashort kick-offto induce a scrum, and introduced the world to themidfield “fake lineout” maulfrom open play. The latter led to a try, while World Rugby later deemed the former an intentional infringement.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Rassie says he doesn’t have a first-choice flyhalf: ‘Each one has his strengths’ </p> </p> </p><p>The Springboks employed no tricks in the Georgia Test but named three uncapped players in the front row – an extreme rarity in its own right – and played Cobus Wiese at No 8 though he (just his second Test) had never played there in all his professional career.</p><p> </p><p> </p>‘You’ve got to keep innovating’<p>Erasmus named a tried-and-tested squad of 37 players for the first two Rugby Championship matches against Australia, played in Joburg on 16 August and then Cape Town on 23 August. Separate squads will be named for New Zealand and Argentina closer to their fixtures.</p><p>Erasmus said the defending champions would continue employing their tricks.</p><p>“You’ve got to keep innovating,” he said. “We’ve got one or two more plans and ideas up our sleeves. Opposition teams now know what we’re about and are developing systems to counter us. We’ll also definitely still use André Esterhuizen to continue in that hybrid role.”</p>Evan Roos omission and the eighthman experiment<p>Wiese stood in for his brother Jasper against Georgia, after he received a ban. That was in place of specialist eighthman Evan Roos, who is absent from the squad but remains on standby as a back-up.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Rassie says he doesn’t have a first-choice flyhalf: ‘Each one has his strengths’ </p> </p> <p> <p> Rassie looks at player ages, prep for 2027 World Cup </p> </p> </p><p>Asked whether he would play a specialist eighthman or stick with Wiese, who was decent at times but seemed out of sorts in his first game in that role, Erasmus was confident in his plans.</p><p>“There’s different guys with different skill sets, but we feel the eighthmen we have in the group currently [will perform]. With Kwagga being able to play there, Marco [van Staden], Cobus… And Jasper Wiese also comes back in that second All Black game. All is good there.”</p><p>He said they had organised with Stormers coach John Dobson that Evan Roos would get game time and work on identified areas while on standby.</p><p>“We don’t want to waste guys’ time where they are just training with us, when they can actually play for their franchises or Currie Cup teams… Evan might come into the mix a little bit later.”</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Rassie Erasmus Springboks (Bokke/Boks) The Rugby Championship </p> Springbok innovations: Rassie still has ideas up his sleeve \| The Citizen	查看 4080	《公民报》	2025-08-03 16:31:37 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230104	有图 <p> Messi took the ball and dribbled into the Necaxa back line, but he stumbled at the top of the box. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Lionel-Messi-3-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>Lionel Messi goes down injured during the Leagues Cup Phase One match between Inter Miami CF and Club Necaxa at Chase Stadium on Saturday in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Photo: Leonardo Fernandez / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Lionel Messi suffered an injury and was removed in the 11th minute of Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup penalty kicks victory over Mexico’s Necaxa on Saturday at Fort Lauderdale’s Chase Stadium.</p><p>The 38-year-old Argentine superstar forward appeared to be having treatment on his upper right leg or groin before making his exit under his own power and walking to the locker room.</p><p>ALSO READ: Son Heung-min to leave Tottenham this summer after decade</p><p>But after a 5-4 triumph in penalties after a 2-2 draw, Miami coach Javier Mascherano said it would be Sunday before exact details of the injury and the severity of the setback would be known.</p><p>“Well, he felt a discomfort, and we will not be able to know until tomorrow how severe the injury is,” Mascherano said after the match.</p><p>“There’s probably something there. Maybe not as important, because he was really not in pain. But he did feel a pull.”</p><p>Messi took the ball and dribbled into the Necaxa back line, but he stumbled at the top of the box and ran into Necaxa defender Alexis Pena then tumbled to the ground, pounding the pitch in frustration as the ball was cleared away.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Moments later, Herons captain Messi was alone near midfield on the left wing by himself when he went to the ground in a seated position, lying on his back briefly until trainers arrived.</p><p>Mascherano elected to send in Federico Redondo to replace Messi.</p><p>Inter Miami won 5-4 on penalties after the 10-man teams played to a 2-2 draw after full time.</p><p>Argentine striker Tomas Badaloni was denied on the decisive penalty kick in the third round of the shootout while Rodrigo De Paul, Ben Cremaschi, Jordi Alba, Redondo and Luis Suarez hit penalties for Miami, Uruguayan striker Suarez getting the decider on the last kick.</p><p> </p><p>Inter Miami Venezuelan midfielder Telasco Segovia scored in the 12th minute, but Herons defender Maximiliano Falcon of Uruguay was shown a red card in the 17th minute.</p><p>Badaloni netted the equalizer for Necaxa in the 33rd minute to lift the visitors level at half-time, and Necaxa was cut to 10 men as well when Cristian Calderon received a red card in the 60th minute.</p><p>Ricardo Monreal, who came off the Necaxa bench in the 74th minute, scored in the 81st to put the Mexican side ahead only for Spain’s Alba to net the equalizer for Miami in the second minute of stoppage time.</p><p>During Argentine World Cup qualifiers in March, Messi was nagged by thigh strain issues.</p><p> </p><p>Messi has scored 18 goals and assisted on nine others in 18 MLS appearances this season.</p><p>He assisted on both Inter Miami goals in a 2-1 victory over Atlas on Wednesday in their opener in the Leagues Cup, a tournament involving MLS and Mexican League squads.</p><p>Miami conclude group stage play in the event on Wednesday against Pumas.</p><p>Messi led Inter Miami to the inaugural Leagues Cup crown in 2023 just after his arrival with the MLS club.</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Lionel Andrés Leo Messi </p> Messi exits early with injury in Miami's Leagues Cup win	查看 3845	《公民报》	2025-08-03 16:33:35 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230103	有图 <p> The Saps official has reportedly threatened legal action against Mkhwanazi. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Shadrack-Sibiya-KZN-Police-Commissioner-Mkhwanazi-Saps.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>Deputy National Police Commissioner for Crime Detection, Shadrack Sibiya. Picture: Gallo Images / Frennie Shivambu</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Deputy National Police Commissioner for Crime Detection, Shadrack Sibiya, is taking aim at KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, following serious allegations made against him.</p><p>Last month, National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola placed Sibiya on a leave of absence pending an investigation into the South African Police Service (Saps). </p><p>This decision followed Mkhwanazi’s public accusation that Sibiya is a “criminal” who engaged in misconduct by allegedly interfering with police investigations. </p><p>ALSO READ: Disbanded police task team ‘tried to arrest Mchunu and Sibiya’</p><p>Mkhwanazi also accused Sibiya of colluding with Police Minister Senzo Mchunu – who has since been placed on special leave by President Cyril Ramaphosa – to disband a political killings task team.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Top 10 stories of the day: Here’s how many illegal foreigners tried to enter SA \| Lesufi reshuffles several heads of departments \| Sibiya hits back at Mkhwanazi </p> </p> </p><p>Sibiya, in response, attributed the fallout with Mkhwanazi to the investigation into the murder of musician Kiernan “AKA” Forbes. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>He also suggested that Mkhwanazi’s accusations stem from frustration over the arrest of Saps Crime Intelligence Head Dumisani Khumalo.</p>Sibiya threatens legal action against Mkhwanazi for defamation <p>Sibiya has now reportedly threatened legal action against Mkhwanazi, claiming the KZN commissioner’s remarks have severely damaged his reputation.</p><p>According to City Press, Sibiya – through his legal representative – sent a letter dated 25 July to Mkhwanazi demanding a public retraction and formal apology.</p><p>READ MORE: Parliament announces members of ad hoc committee investigating Mkhwanazi allegations</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Top 10 stories of the day: Here’s how many illegal foreigners tried to enter SA \| Lesufi reshuffles several heads of departments \| Sibiya hits back at Mkhwanazi </p> </p> <p> <p> Here’s how many foreign nationals have been trying to cross into SA illegally </p> </p> </p><p>Mkhwanazi was allegedly given five days to comply, failing which further legal steps would be considered.</p><p>When questioned by the media about the letter, Mkhwanazi reportedly reacted with irritation. </p><p>The interaction was subsequently leaked on social media.</p><p>From my close source </p><p>There is a paid Journalist who tried to harass Lord Mkhwanazi on WhatsApp </p><p>He cooked him 🤣🤣🤣 pic.twitter.com/4eNUCL67Jt</p><p> </p>— ChrisExcel (@ChrisExcel102) August 1, 2025</p>Sibiya’s leave of absence decision questioned<p>The Democratic Alliance (DA) previously criticised Masemola’s decision to place Sibiya on leave rather than suspend him, arguing that it undermines proper governance and accountability within the police service.</p><p>The party highlighted the procedural difference between voluntary leave and formal suspension, stating:</p><p>“A leave of absence is typically voluntary and granted for personal reasons, such as medical or family needs. </p><p>“It carries no disciplinary implications and is not defined anywhere in the Saps discipline regulations.</p><p> </p><p>READ MORE: ‘It’s Ramaphosa’s discretion’: Cachalia on how long he expects to remain police minister</p><p>“A suspension, by contrast, is imposed by the employer, either as a precautionary or disciplinary measure where serious allegations arise.</p><p>“The Saps discipline regulations explicitly empower the national commissioner to suspend a member on full pay if they are alleged to have committed misconduct and their presence could jeopardise an investigation or endanger safety or state property. That standard clearly applies here,” the DA’s 15 July statement read.</p><p>News24 recently reported that Sibiya has filed an urgent application at the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria seeking to be reinstated at work.</p><p> </p>Madlanga commission <p>Meanwhile, a judicialcommission of inquiryhas been launched, chaired by former deputy chief justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, to address Mkhwanazi’s allegations.</p><p>The Madlanga commission will investigate claims of criminality, political interference, and corruption within key institutions such as Saps, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and the State Security Agency (SSA), among others.</p><p>It is also empowered to summon individuals for testimony, among other functions, according to the terms of reference published in thegovernment gazette.</p><p>The commission is expected to deliver a preliminary report in three months and a final report within six months of its formation.</p><p>NOW READ: Ramaphosa says Madlanga commission mustn’t take more than one year</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics defamation Editor’s Choice Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi Senzo Mchunu South African Police Service (SAPS) </p> Sibiya sets sights on Mkhwanazi after court bid to return to work - report	查看 5653	《公民报》	2025-08-03 16:34:16 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230102	有图 <p> The blow risks the livelihoods of the company’s 500 employees and around 3 000 people working in its local supply chain. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Jenda-Mark-Automation.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Jenda Mark Automation, based in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape is among several businesses that export everything. Picture: Jenda Mark/Facebook </p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>South African companies are already starting to face the impact of the US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, with one losing R750 million in contracts overnight.</p><p>Trump ordered the reimposition of 30% tariffs on dozens of trading partners, including South Africa, on Thursday – his cornerstone strategy for reshaping global trade to benefit the US economy.</p><p>The rand fell to its lowest level in three months, while thousands of jobs are in danger.</p><p>The US president has warned of slapping an additional 10% on the Brics nations and any other economy aligned with the grouping.</p>Millions lost<p>Jendamark Automation, based in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, is among several businesses that export high-level manufactured goods and agricultural products like ostrich leather and raisins to America, whose products have become 30% more expensive overnight.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Here’s how many foreign nationals have been trying to cross into SA illegally </p> </p> </p><p>Managing director Siegfried Lokotsch told City Press that the impact has been swift and severe.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>The 500 employees at Jendamark Automation build automated assembly lines and develop production software for automotive manufacturers Ford, BMW, Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz.</p><p>According to Lokotsch, he had to inform the company’s board that contracts worth R750 million, which they were on the verge of signing in the next few months, had evaporated.</p><p>“It’s just gone.”</p><p>ALSO READ: Trump’s 30% tariffs on SA a ‘barrier to trade and shared prosperity’, Presidency says [VIDEO]</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Here’s how many foreign nationals have been trying to cross into SA illegally </p> </p> <p> <p> Lesufi reshuffles several heads of Gauteng departments after reports reveal misconduct </p> </p> </p>Job losses<p>Lokotsch said the blow risks the livelihoods of the company’s 500 employees and around 3 000 people working in its local supply chain.</p><p>The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber, representing about 700 businesses in the region, is concerned about the scale of the threat.</p>‘Big blow’<p>Denise van Huyssteen, chief executive officer of the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber. said the imposition of the 30% tariffs by the United States on South Africa on 7 August is a big blow for local businesses, especially in the automotive and agricultural sectors.</p><p>“The Eastern Cape economy is likely to be the most adversely affected in the country by these developments. This is not just an issue which affects companies that do trade with the US, it is a global issue.</p><p> </p><p>“The global trading system has been upended, and relationships between long-standing trading partners will shift as countries move to protect their own interests and domestic economies. Multinationals will also adjust their manufacturing footprints to assemble in those markets where they can do so the most efficiently and competitively,” Van Huyssteen said.</p>Concerns<p>Van Huyssteen said they are deeply concerned about the impact of these developments may have on our automotive industry which is anchored by the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) which undertake completely-knocked down assembly in South Africa.</p><p>“These OEMs are responsible for creating well over a 100 000 jobs at their own operations and within their components supplier networks.</p><p>“Furthermore, it is estimated that the knock-on employment impact of these OEMs and components manufacturers results in over 500 000 formal jobs being created across the entire automotive supply chain. Around 40% of automotive employment in the country is located in the Eastern Cape,” She said.</p><p> </p><p>Van Huyssteen said it is essential that the government moves to strengthen trade relations with existing key markets such as Europe and Southeast Asia.</p><p>“This must be directed at retaining and growing mutually beneficial trade opportunities.”</p>‘Negotiate’<p>Last week, President Cyril Ramaphosa told journalists that South Africa would use the week-long delay in implementing 30% tariffs to “negotiate as strongly and as hard as we can” to avoid the penalty and save jobs.</p><p>South Africa offered to import liquefied natural gas and some US agricultural products, the trade ministry said last week,</p><p> </p><p>It said South African firms have also committed to investing in US mining and metals-recycling industries and to pursuing joint investment in critical minerals, pharmaceuticals and agri-machinery. </p><p>ALSO READ: Ramokgopa dismisses claims US tariffs target BEE policy but admits it needs ‘tweaking’</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics BRICS Business Cyril Ramaphosa Donald Trump Eastern Cape Editor’s Choice exports tariffs United States of America (USA/US) </p> 'It's just gone', Trumps tariffs cost SA company R750m overnight	查看 5544	《公民报》	2025-08-03 16:46:44 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230101	有图 <p> The finance minister"s intervention should not be taken lightly, according to the DA. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Godongwana-Dada-Morero-City-of-Joburg-finances-National-Treasury.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>City of Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero. Picture: Neil McCartney / The Citizen</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has given Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero a two-week deadline to address the city’s escalating financial troubles.</p><p>The City of Joburg continues to struggle financially, despite an increased budget of R89 billion for the 2025/2026 financial year.</p><p>Adding to the crisis, the metropolitan municipality has been without a Finance MMC since African Independent Congress (AIC) councillor Margaret Arnolds vacated the position a month ago following her re-election as council speaker.</p>Godongwana demands action from Morero over City of Joburg’s finances<p>The situation has become so dire that Godongwana sent a strongly worded letter to Morero on 30 July, reprimanding the mayor for failure to address unnecessary spending and repeated non-compliance with the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA).</p><p>The municipality incurred R1.4 billion in unauthorised expenditure, R22 billion in irregular expenditure, and R705 million in fruitless and wasteful expenditure in the last fiscal year.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Here’s how many foreign nationals have been trying to cross into SA illegally </p> </p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Joburg mayor Dada Morero survives motion of no confidence</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>According to the Sunday Times, Godongwana has set a 14 day deadline for Morero to propose a plan addressing the financial issues and to hold accountable those responsible for the mismanagement.</p><p>The letter warns that failure to act may lead to National Treasury invoking Section 216(2) of the Constitution, which would allow the department to withhold grant funding from the city.</p>DA warns of collapse<p>The Democratic Alliance (DA) has expressed concern over the developments, emphasising that the minister’s warning was “no empty threat” and should not be taken lightly.</p><p>“Johannesburg’s R89 billion budget is funded through a mix of grants, loans, revenue collection and conditional grants.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Here’s how many foreign nationals have been trying to cross into SA illegally </p> </p> <p> <p> Lesufi reshuffles several heads of Gauteng departments after reports reveal misconduct </p> </p> </p><p>“Conditional grants, which form a significant portion of the city’s funding, can only be spent on what they are intended for.</p><p>“If Treasury pulls back or suspends these funds, as the minister warns in his letter, the city’s ability to deliver the little basic services it is currently able to deliver, will collapse entirely,” DA Joburg caucus leader Belinda Kayser-Echeozonjoku said in a statement on Sunday.</p><p>READ MORE: ActionSA-ANC slams Zille’s plans for Joburg: ‘They do not believe in black excellence’</p><p>Kayser-Echeozonjoku claimed that the DA had consistently warned both Morero and the National Treasury about the “financial rot” in Joburg.</p><p> </p><p>“The DA has sent letters to the National Treasury, outlining that those heading up key departments were not doing their jobs, and warning of a total lack of consequence management in Joburg.</p><p>“Leaving the ANC in Joburg to do as they please will now come back to bite residents. We are pleased, however, to see that the minister of finance agreed with the DA’s summation of what’s been going on,” she said.</p><p>She also warned that the city is “barrelling towards collapse under the ANC, faster than ever before”.</p><p>“The ANC has proven, time and again, that it cannot govern Johannesburg responsibly. </p><p> </p><p>“The city’s finances are in freefall, service delivery is grinding to a halt, and now the very funding that keeps Johannesburg afloat is under threat.”</p>Auditor-General flags long-standing issues<p>Earlier this year, the Auditor-General raised red flags over Johannesburg’s ongoing failure to improve its audit processes. </p><p>The official from the Auditor-General’s Gauteng office revealed in Parliament that the city has faced long-standing issues related to financial health, including poor debt collection, declining revenue and recurring compliance problems.</p><p>In addition, the Auditor-General expressed concern over inadequate investment in infrastructure, pointing out that the lack of funding for both maintenance and new projects has had a negative impact on service delivery.</p><p> </p>City of Joburg’s ‘bomb squad’<p>Morero in June appointed a special “bomb squad” team to address the city’s ongoing service delivery issues.</p><p>The 12-member team, led by ANC veteran Snuki Zikalala, will serve for the next two years.</p><p>The unit’s objectives include deployig rapid response teams to areas experiencing service delivery crises and provide oversight for the mayor.</p><p>NOW READ: Morero’s vision to make Johannesburg a world-class African city</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics City of Johannesburg (COJ) Dada Morero Democratic Alliance (DA) Editor’s Choice Enoch Godongwana National Treasury </p> 'Barrelling towards collapse': Concerns mount as Godongwana gives Morero deadline to fix Joburg's finances	查看 5600	《公民报》	2025-08-03 19:41:53 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230100	有图 <p> This was the backstroke specialist"s third medal of the championships in Singapore. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Coetze-50-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>Pieter Coetzé has won three medals in Singapore. Picture: Lintao Zhang/Getty Images</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Pieter Coetzé has won his third medal at the 205 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore after finishing second in the 50m backstroke final on Sunday.</p><p>The South African touched the wall in 24.17 seconds, a fair bit behind winner and world record holder Kliment Kolesnikov who won in 23.68. In third was Pavel Samusenko in the same time as Coetzé, 24.17.</p><p>Kolesnikov sets a new Championship Record with Coetze taking 𝐒𝐈𝐋𝐕𝐄𝐑 in a dead heat 🥈🔥</p><p>📺 Stream #AQUASingapore25 on DStv: https://t.co/rM90YyQxaw pic.twitter.com/qsgpEKgXn8</p>— SuperSport 🏆 (@SuperSportTV) August 3, 2025</p><p>It’s another African record for Coetzé, who won a gold medal in the 100m backstroke early last week and silver in the 200m backstroke final on Friday.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Coetzé ‘super-excited’ about another medal chance, Gallagher finishes eighth </p> </p> </p><p>“I don’t think I’ve ever tied in a final at this level, so it’s pretty cool,” said a thrilled Coetzé afterwards.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“I’m very happy. I don’t really train for the 50, I train for the 200, so to be able to go down so far and win a medal in the 50 is amazing,” he added.</p><p>“Kliment went very fast. That’s an extremely fast time, so it was an honour to be in that race and hopefully I can push myself and also get below 24 seconds.”</p><p>With his performances in Singapore, Coetzé equalled Roland Schoeman’s record of claiming three medals at a single long-course world championships – the former Olympic champion having achieved the feat in 2005. What is also impressive is that he achieved big personal bests and continental records in each of his events.</p><p>“It’s amazing. It’s something I always dreamed of,” said the Pretoria star. “I can see myself making strides towards being the swimmer I always knew I could be, so it’s nice to see that I’m improving and getting there slowly. </p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Coetzé ‘super-excited’ about another medal chance, Gallagher finishes eighth </p> </p> <p> <p> Erin Gallagher eyeing another medal for SA at World Aquatics Champs </p> </p> </p><p>“But I’ve always believed it, and a part of me had always known, so now to see it in front of me is amazing. I’m very proud and blessed.”</p><p>The other South African medal winner at the championships is Kaylene Cobett, who got bronze in the 200m breaststroke final.</p><p>The competition ends Sunday.</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics swimming </p> Coetzé gets silver in 50m backstroke final — for third medal at world champs \| The Citizen	查看 3155	《公民报》	2025-08-03 19:50:57 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230099	有图 <p> Mariko showed some glimpses of what he is capable of when he came on for Mbule just after the hour mark. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Abdoulaye-Mariko-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Abdoulaye Mariko of Orlando Pirates challenged by Monty Batlhabane of Polokwane City during the 2025/26 MTN8 Quarterfinal match at Orlando Stadium, in Soweto on Saturday. Photo: Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is ‘looking forward’ to seeingAbdoulaye Marikoestablish himself as one of the fan-favourites at the Soweto giants.</p><p>Mariko was one of six new players who made their debuts for Pirates during their 2-0 victory over Polokwane City at the Orlando Stadium on Saturday. The other debutants were Oswin Appollis, Sipho Mbule, Sihle Nduli, Tshepang Moremi and Yanela Mbuthuma.</p><p>ALSO READ: Pirates coach Ouaddou hails Appollis after MTN8 victory over City</p><p>Mariko showed some glimpses of what he is capable of when he came on for Mbule just after the hour mark.</p><p>Ouaddou has cautioned that there is still a lot of work to be done to make Mariko the kind of player that made him the best player in the Malian Première Division beforejoining Pirates.</p><p>“Mariko is a very interesting young player, he was the top scorer in Mali, he took the award as the best player in the league and top scorer, he’s come in a new environment in a big club,” said Ouaddou during the post-match conference at Orlando Stadium.</p><p>“He has lots of quality, as you may have seen today, but we still need to improve him and bring him to the high level. It’s not easy when you’re coming into a new country, a new culture. He has to integrate himself into the team and learn the language.”</p><p>Ouaddou also revealed what he told Mariko when he arrived at Pirates.</p><p>“It’s the first thing I told him he has to do, and that is to learn English in order to integrate himself in the team. But the expectation for him is like all the players, to give his best and be the best for Orlando Pirates, because there’s a lot of expectation, inside the country and on the continent. He knows that, I think he’s a top man, his personality is good and he’s a good player,” added Ouaddou.</p><p>Ouaddou said he would give the other new signings a chance to play during the season, but insists that the new recruits need to show him at training that they are ready.</p><p>New players like Masindi Nemtajela, Sinoxolo Kwayiba, Nkosikhona Ndaba and Tshepo Mashiloane did not feature for Pirates during their win against Polokwane City.</p><p>ALSO READ: Appollis helps Pirates make perfect start to MTN8 title defence</p><p>“We have to give chances to those who deserve it. But I don’t just give chances because I want to please them, I give chances because you show me in training that you can bring something to the team, so all the guys you have seen come in, they showed me something in pre-season.”</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics MTN8 Orlando Pirates F.C. (Pirates/Buccaneers) Polokwane City F.C. </p> Pirates coach delivers verdict on Mariko	查看 3303	《公民报》	2025-08-03 19:56:11 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230098	有图 <p> The Brazilians host Richards Bay in the MTN8 quarterfinal at the LucasMoripeStadium this evening at 6pm. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Lucas-Ribeiro-3-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Lucas Ribeiro of Mamelodi Sundowns Photo: Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Having being knockout in the semifinal stage of the competition, MamelodiSundowns will be looking to go all the way to the final of the MTN8. </p><p>This is according to Sundowns forward Lucas Ribeiro. </p><p>ALSO READ: In-demand Ribeiro sends message to Sundowns supporters</p><p>Sundowns were knocked out in thesemifinalslast season after losing both legs against Stellenbosch FC.</p><p>The Brazilians host Richards Bay in the MTN8 quarterfinal at the LucasMoripeStadium this evening at 6pm.</p><p>Speaking ahead of this clash against the Natal Rich Boys, Ribeiro said declared Sundowns’ intention of winning the match and the cup.</p><p>“It’s a very important game, and we will need to leave everything on the pitch. We will need to push until the very end to ensure we walk away with a positive result,so we can hopefully win the cup.We anticipatea good gameand we can’t wait to bereunited with the Yellow Nation,” he said.</p><p>ALSO READ: Pirates coach delivers verdict on Mariko</p><p>Ribeiro has urged Mamelodi Sundowns supporters to rally behind the team as they kick off their 2025/26 PSL campaign with an MTN8 Cup quarter final clash against Richards Bay at Lucas Moripe Stadium on Sunday evening.</p>Sundowns chase semis<p>The Brazilians will be aiming to book their spot in the semifinals of the lucrative competition in what promises to be a testing encounter in the capital city with kick-off is scheduled for 6pm.</p><p>The MTN8 is a trophy that has been evading Sundowns for some time, having last won it back in 2021, beating Cape Town City in the final.</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Mamelodi Sundowns F.C. (Sundowns) MTN8 Richards Bay </p> Ribeiro says Sundowns are looking to go all the way in MTN8 \| The Citizen	查看 2203	《公民报》	2025-08-03 20:21:40 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230097	有图 <p> The Gauteng premier announced the release of dozens more forensic reports following investigations into the province"s departments </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Gauteng-Premier-Panyaza-Lesufi.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi on Sunday announced the reshuffling of heads of departments after the findings of 47 forensic reports. Picture: X/@GautengProvince</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi on Sunday announced that he has removed or reshuffled several heads of departments within the provincial government.</p><p>He said this comes after forensic investigation reports were released, detailing corruption and maladministration.</p><p>“Corruption continues to be one of the country’s most pressing challenges, undermining effective governance and sustainable development,” said Lesufi.</p>Forensic investigation reports into Gauteng departments<p>He said the reports come after “a series of under expenditure and underperformance by departments, lifestyle audits, and failures to meet performance targets in some instances”.</p><p>ALSO READ: Gauteng government splashes R2.9 million on near-empty office used mainly for photocopies, says DA</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Here’s how many foreign nationals have been trying to cross into SA illegally </p> </p> </p><p>As a result of the findings of the reports, Lesufi announced the following changes that have been made to head up Gauteng’s departments:</p><p> </p><p> </p>Department of e-government: Masabata MutlanengDepartment of infrastructure development: Rufus MmutlanaTreasury: Ncumisa Mnyani (retained)Cogta: Darion Barclay (retained)Transport: Thulani Mdadane (retained, post to be advertised)Human settlements: Puleng Gadebe-Mabaso (retained)Agriculture and rural development: Khululekile Mase (retained)<p>He also announced acting heads for the following departments:</p>Environment: Matthew SathekgeSports, Arts, Culture and Recreation: Mpho NawaSocial Development: Phumla SekhonyaneEducation: Albert ChaaneCommunity Safety: PendingHealth: Pending<p>The premier added that the Gauteng government is in the recruitment process for permanent appointments for these departments.</p><p>ALSO READ: Lesufi confirms more senior Gauteng officials failed lifestyle audits</p><p>He also announced that Motlatjo Moholwa has been appointed as the new head of department for the Gauteng Department of Economic Development.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Here’s how many foreign nationals have been trying to cross into SA illegally </p> </p> <p> <p> ‘Barrelling towards collapse’: Concerns mount as Godongwana gives Morero deadline to fix Joburg’s finances </p> </p> </p><p>“Mr Moholwa brings with him a wealth of experience in the public service. He has served as the head of economic research and chief economist in the City of Johannesburg, a lead economist for the Land Bank and the deputy director general (DDG) in the Mpumalanga and Gauteng departments of economic development.”</p>Reports detail ‘wide range of misconduct’<p>The 39 forensic reports mentioned by Lesufi on Sunday follow the 47 reports announced by the premier on 24 June.</p><p>“The released reports detail investigations into serious offences and improper behaviour across multiple departments. They cover a wide range of misconduct, from criminal acts to minor breaches of conduct,” he said on Sunday.</p><p>The Gauteng premier said the reports will not be released at this stage, to avoid “harming the enforcement or implementation of the recommendations”.</p><p> </p><p>“We are aware that releasing certain details early might disrupt ongoing legal cases or make it harder to follow the recommendations, including putting whistleblowers’ identities and safety at risk.”</p><p>READ NEXT: Concerns mount as Godongwana gives Morero deadline to fix Joburg’s finances</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics corruption Editor’s Choice Gauteng maladministration Panyaza Lesufi </p> Lesufi reshuffles several heads of Gauteng departments after reports reveal misconduct \| The Citizen	查看 4401	《公民报》	2025-08-03 22:04:04 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230096	有图 <p> The Border Management Authority said illegal border crossing were mainly attempted by Zimbabweans, Mozambicans and Basotho. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Masiapato.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Border Management Authority Commissioner Michael Masiapato. Picture: X/TheBMA_SA</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The Border Management Authority (BMA) are relentlessly blocking any illegal attempts to enter South Africa.</p><p>As well as those trying to cross into the country without authorisation, the BMA also confiscated large volumes of counterfeit goods and stolen property.</p><p>BMA commissioner Michael Masiapato elaborated on the extent of the authority’s work during a performance briefing on Sunday.</p>Almost 10 000 denied entry<p>The stats revealed by the commissioner were for the first quarter of the financial year and featured data collected from all international ports of entry.</p><p>Masiapato said that the BMA had recorded 9954 attempted illegal border crossings between April and June</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Lesufi reshuffles several heads of Gauteng departments after reports reveal misconduct </p> </p> </p><p>Broken into categories, 5826 were undocumented, 2127 were inadmissible and 2001 were classified as undesirables.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Travellers can be declared inadmissible for a variety of reasons, and this decision is generally made following an interview by a immigration officer.</p><p>“The majority of those intercepted and deported individuals were Basotho, Zimbabweans and Mozambicans,” said Masiapato.</p><p>Masiapato stated that since July 2022, border officials had prevented roughly 496600 people from attempting to enter the country illegally.</p>Smuggled vehicle attempts<p>Other BMA successes during the quarter included the interception of 15 high-powered vehicles and the recovery of 349 vehicles that suspects were attempting to smuggle out of the country.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Lesufi reshuffles several heads of Gauteng departments after reports reveal misconduct </p> </p> <p> <p> ‘Barrelling towards collapse’: Concerns mount as Godongwana gives Morero deadline to fix Joburg’s finances </p> </p> </p><p>Counterfeit clothing and footwear valued at roughly R1 million had been confiscated, as well as 14 passports containing fraudulent immigration stamps.</p><p>“[This is] further illustrating ongoing attempts to undermine national security and immigration controls,” said Masiapato</p><p>Additionally, five unaccompanied minors were handed to the Department of Social Development, while another eight children were refused entry for failing to have the correct paperwork.</p><p>“This is to ensure that all travel involving minors is lawful and in the best interests of the child.</p><p> </p>Police successes<p>At least 39 foreign nationals were arrested this week during various Operation Vala Umgodi raids.</p><p>Five men were arrested in Barberton on Tuesday when they were found in possession of illegal mining equipment and were also unable to produce any documentation.</p><p>Then on Wednesday, again in Barberton, eight undocumented men were arrested after being found in possession with explosive and gold bearing material.</p><p>Another 25 men and one woman were arrested in the Free State during intelligence led operations on Saturday for either not having any documents or being in possession of fraudulent documents.</p><p> </p><p>“These arrests are a testament to the ongoing commitment to combatting illegal activities and ensuring the safety and security of our communities,” stated Free State police spokesperson Sergeant Mahlomola Kareli.</p><p>NOW READ: BMA dismisses false claims about new citizenship laws</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics border Editor’s Choice foreign nationals illegal immigrants Zimbabwe </p> Here’s how many foreign nationals have been trying to cross into SA illegally \| The Citizen	查看 4162	《公民报》	2025-08-03 22:18:24 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230095	有图 <p> Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for 4 August 2025. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Cold-weather-South-Africa.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>A cold front will arrive in South Africa on Monday, starting in the Western Cape and moving to the Eastern Cape on Tuesday.</p><p>The South African Weather Service (SAWS) said the cold front will come with scattered rainfall. The rain, however, will be widespread along the south-west coast, it said.</p>Weather alerts for Monday, 4 August<p>Heavy waves are also expected between Saldanha Bay and Cape Agulhas in the evening, spreading to Alexander Bay and Plettenberg Bay on Tuesday morning. It said this could lead to the disruption of beachfront activities</p><p>SAWS also warned of very strong winds over the central parts of the Northern Cape and the Central Karoo in the Western Cape.</p>Fire warnings<p>Dangerous fire conditions might also be experienced in the Central Karoo District in the Western Cape, !Khe and Siyathemba local municipalities in the Northern Cape, as well as parts of the Eastern Cape.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Scattered rain expected in parts of SA ahead of cold front next week </p> </p> </p>Provincial weather forecast<p>Here’s what to expect in your province on Monday, 4 August:</p><p> </p><p> </p>Gauteng:<p>Fine and cool. The expected UVB sunburn index: High</p>Mpumalanga:<p>Fine and cool, but warm in places in the Lowveld.</p>Limpopo:<p>Fine and cool to warm.</p>North West:<p>Fine, windy and cool.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Scattered rain expected in parts of SA ahead of cold front next week </p> </p> <p> <p> Weather alert: Rain, rough seas and fire risks in Saturday’s forecast </p> </p> </p>Free State:<p>Fine, windy and cool.</p>Northern Cape:<p>Fine, windy and cool to warm but partly cloudy to cloudy in the west with a chance of rain and showers in places along the coast and adjacent interior from the evening.</p><p>The wind along the coast will be fresh northerly to north-easterly, becoming moderate from the evening.</p>Western Cape:<p>Fine over the north-eastern interior, otherwise partly cloudy and cool to warm with isolated showers and rain, but scattered to widespread over the western parts.</p><p> </p><p>The wind along the coast will be fresh to strong north-westerly to westerly, becoming moderate to fresh southerly to south-westerly along the south coast from the evening.</p><p>The expected UVB sunburn index: Very high</p>Eastern Cape (western half):<p>Fine, windy and warm, becoming partly cloudy along the coast and adjacent interior from late afternoon.</p><p>The wind along the coast will be moderate to fresh north- westerly, becoming light westerly by evening.</p><p> </p>Eastern Cape (eastern half):<p>Fine and warm, but cool in places in the north.</p><p>The wind along the coast will be light to moderate north-westerly, becoming north-easterly in the evening.</p>KwaZulu-Natal:<p>Fine and cool to warm.</p><p>The wind along the coast will be light to moderate northerly to northeasterly, reaching fresh to strong along the north coast.</p><p> </p><p>The expected UVB sunburn index: Very high</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics cold cold front South African Weather Service (Saws) weather warnings </p> Cold front to hit South Africa on Monday \| The Citizen	查看 3687	《公民报》	2025-08-03 23:13:00 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230094	有图 <p> "I pushed as hard as I could, looking forward to a few weeks off.” </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/AFP__20250803__68MZ3LM__v1__HighRes__AutoPrixF1Hun-3.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>McLaren’s British driver Lando Norris lifts his trophy as he celebrates on the podium after winning the Formula One Hungarian Grand Prix at the Hungaroring circuit in Mogyorod near Budapest, Hungary, on August 3, 2025. Picture: Attila Kisbenedek/ AFP.</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Lando Norris fended off teammate Oscar Piastri to win the Hungarian Grand Prixon Sunday and maintain McLaren’s relentless march through the season.</p><p>Mercedes’ George Russell took third as McLaren celebrated their 200th F1 win over half a century since their first and fourth consecutive 1-2 this year.</p><p>Norris, on a one-stop strategy, held off a charging Piastri on fresher tyres to take the chequered flag by less than one second.</p><p>Norris moved to within nine points of Piastri in the drivers’ championship ahead of F1’s mid-season break.</p><p>“I’m dead, it was tough!” said Norris.</p><p>“I wasn’t planning the one-stop strategy, my voice has gone, but even more rewarding because of that.”</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“I pushed as hard as I could, looking forward to a few weeks off,” said Piastri.</p><p>“Everyone’s going to sleep well tonight, great way to go into the summer break. The drivers were awesome,” said McLaren CEO Zak Brown.</p><p>Polesitter Charles Leclerc was furious with his Ferrari team’s strategy as he came in fourth leaving the Scuderia still waiting for their first win of the season.</p><p>Fernando Alonso, nursing a bad back, was right in the thick of things to finish fifth for Aston Martin, ahead of Gabriel Bortoleto (Sauber), Lance Stroll in the other Aston, and Liam Lawson (Racing Bulls).</p><p> </p><p>Max Verstappen, in his 200th drive for Red Bull, had to settle for ninth with Kimi Antonelli rounding out the top 10 as the man he replaced at Mercedes, Lewis Hamilton, could only manage 12th in the second Ferrari.</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Formula 1 (F1) </p> Lando Norris wins Hungarian Grand Prix in another McLaren 1-2 \| The Citizen	查看 2416	《公民报》	2025-08-03 23:22:55 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word
3230093	有图 <p> The child was rushed to a local clinic but doctors declared the baby dead upon arrival. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Police-badge-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Picture: Saps</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>A Limpopo woman has been arrested following the death of her three-month-old boy.</p><p>Police opened a case of murder after two of the suspect’s acquaintances took the child to a clinic near Louis Trichardt on Friday evening.</p><p>Investigations are ongoing and the woman is due in the Makhado Magistrate’s Court this week.</p>Mother accused of murder<p>The two acquaintances were with the 20-year-old female at her home in the Mundzedzi village on Friday.</p><p>Police report that the three were sitting outside the home when the woman is believed to have taken the child inside.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Extortion suspect killed in shootout with Eastern Cape police </p> </p> </p><p>The woman took some time to come back outside, prompting the other two to go inside to look for the mother and her child.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“They allegedly found the suspect in a seated position and choking the baby,” stated Limpopo police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba.</p><p>“They intervened and took the victim and rushed him to the local clinic, and he succumbed to his injuries.”</p><p>The child was declared dead at the clinic, after which police immediately traced the woman, who will face murder charges.</p><p>ALSO READ: Two arrested after mother and toddler beheaded in Limpopo</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Extortion suspect killed in shootout with Eastern Cape police </p> </p> <p> <p> KZN stabbing incidents: One dead, one driven to hospital in e-hailing ride </p> </p> </p>Mpumalanga GBV incident<p>In a separate incident, two women who were allegedly set alight by a man in Mpumalanga both died this weekend.</p><p>The gender-based violence incident occurred in Vosman on 23 July, where a 35-year-old man allegedly doused the two women in petrol before setting them on fire.</p><p>The man was arrested on attempted murder charges, with police stating that those charges will now be upgraded to murder. </p><p>The 23-year-old female victim succumbed to her injuries on Friday, with her 21-year-old friend passing away on Sunday morning.</p><p> </p><p>“[The accused] is is expected to appear at Emalahleni Magistrate’s Court on 7 August,” police confirmed.</p><p>NOW READ: Calls for justice after Mpumalanga man allegedly sets women alight</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Crime and Courts Gender-based Violence (GBV) Limpopo mother Murder </p> Mother arrested for allegedly choking baby to death \| The Citizen	查看 2930	《公民报》	2025-08-04 00:09:19 2025-08-04 07:29:41	word

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