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EDSA learners use SA lockdown to build Covid-19 database platform
Students of the Explore Data Science Academy (EDSA) are using the current Covid-19 lockdown to build a comprehensive database.
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Students of the Explore Data Science Academy (EDSA) are using the current Covid-19 lockdown to build a comprehensive database.
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Mastercard increases contactless payments effort in Africa and Middle East
Mastercard will be championing efforts to increase contactless payment limits across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region as people look for safer ways.
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Mastercard will be championing efforts to increase contactless payment limits across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region as people look for safer ways.
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Top strategist says it’s time to pile into world’s worst currencies
Emerging-market currencies offer the best buying opportunity in more than two decades, according to Charlie Robertson.
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Emerging-market currencies offer the best buying opportunity in more than two decades, according to Charlie Robertson.
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Samsung first-quarter beats estimates; chips likely to prop up virus-hit second-quarter
Samsung Electronics said on Tuesday its first-quarter operating profit likely managed to rise slightly from a slump a year earlier.
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Samsung Electronics said on Tuesday its first-quarter operating profit likely managed to rise slightly from a slump a year earlier.
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Uganda central bank cuts interest rate by one percentage point
Uganda's central bank said it would reduce its key interest rate by one percentage point to 8 percent.
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Uganda's central bank said it would reduce its key interest rate by one percentage point to 8 percent.
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Ghana urged to consider tax breaks to ease blow from virus
Republic Bank Ghana Ltd. is urging the government to cut tax rates to cushion the economy from the fallout of the coronavirus.
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Republic Bank Ghana Ltd. is urging the government to cut tax rates to cushion the economy from the fallout of the coronavirus.
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Covid-19 lockdown shows that SA's laws around eSignatures on last wills and testaments are outdated
South African law needs to recognise electronic signatures to authenticate important legal documents such as Last Wills and Testaments.
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South African law needs to recognise electronic signatures to authenticate important legal documents such as Last Wills and Testaments.
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IMF credit line a possibility for Morocco as virus slams economy
Morocco is considering tapping at least part of an about $3 billion liquidity line with the International Monetary Fund.
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Morocco is considering tapping at least part of an about $3 billion liquidity line with the International Monetary Fund.
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Working from home: Do employers expect a miracle from a bunker?
Much of the management literature tends to overly concentrate on newer topics like technological advances in the workplace and grossly underplays the human element.
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Much of the management literature tends to overly concentrate on newer topics like technological advances in the workplace and grossly underplays the human element.
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Key food prices are surging after virus upends supply chains
As the coronavirus pandemic penetrates more deeply into global supply chains, prices for key staples are starting to soar in some parts of the world.
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As the coronavirus pandemic penetrates more deeply into global supply chains, prices for key staples are starting to soar in some parts of the world.
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SA weighs 'funding for lending' type scheme for banks amid virus
South Africa’s National Treasury is considering the creation of a scheme to encourage bank lending to small businesses.
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South Africa’s National Treasury is considering the creation of a scheme to encourage bank lending to small businesses.
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Virus could push SA further into the red
The SA Reserve Bank has revised the country's growth outlook by as much as negative 4percent in 2020.
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The SA Reserve Bank has revised the country's growth outlook by as much as negative 4percent in 2020.
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SA needs to establish business villages in municipalities on one-household, one-hectare model
The state of our economy forces us to find more creative and innovative ways to lift our economy from the doldrums into economic buoyancy.
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The state of our economy forces us to find more creative and innovative ways to lift our economy from the doldrums into economic buoyancy.
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Relief package for retail tenants hurt by lockdown measures
The Property Industry Group, which comprises key commercial property landlords as members, announced an industry-wide relief package for retail tenants.
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The Property Industry Group, which comprises key commercial property landlords as members, announced an industry-wide relief package for retail tenants.
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Covid-19: Are the solutions we are implementing valid for the South Africa we live in?
Social ills such as rebellion, alcoholism, unruliness, don’t happen overnight … All this chaos is an outlet people have mastered to get attention.
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Social ills such as rebellion, alcoholism, unruliness, don’t happen overnight … All this chaos is an outlet people have mastered to get attention.
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Imperial Logistics hit by lockdown
Imperial Logistics said Tuesday about 45 percent of it’s South Africa division’s operations had been affected by the lockdown.
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Imperial Logistics said Tuesday about 45 percent of it’s South Africa division’s operations had been affected by the lockdown.
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Banking stocks rally in SA
Banking stocks rallied more than 4% on Tuesday after opening weaker following the South African Reserve Bank’s published relief measures.
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Banking stocks rallied more than 4% on Tuesday after opening weaker following the South African Reserve Bank’s published relief measures.
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Johann Rupert's Sukuma Relief Programme temporarily closes applications
Just days after applications opened for the Johann Rupert Sukuma Relief Programme the fund has been oversubscribed.
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Just days after applications opened for the Johann Rupert Sukuma Relief Programme the fund has been oversubscribed.
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Covid-19: Opportunity for Investment in South Africa’s healthcare sector
The Covid-19 pandemic and the lessons learned from managing the outbreak could profoundly shape the direction of South Africa’s healthcare market.
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The Covid-19 pandemic and the lessons learned from managing the outbreak could profoundly shape the direction of South Africa’s healthcare market.
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Government to allow small businesses and spaza shops to operate during lockdown
The Department of Small Business Development has issued directions to assist SMMEs operating grocery stores to comply with lockdown regulations.
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The Department of Small Business Development has issued directions to assist SMMEs operating grocery stores to comply with lockdown regulations.
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Immelman named International team captain for 2021 Presidents Cup
Former Masters champion Trevor Immelman has been named captain of the International team for the 2021 Presidents Cup.
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Former Masters champion Trevor Immelman has been named captain of the International team for the 2021 Presidents Cup.
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Spurs fans urge club to emulate Liverpool
Spurs fans urged the club to follow Liverpool's move and reverse its decision to make use of a government scheme to pay furloughed staff.
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Spurs fans urged the club to follow Liverpool's move and reverse its decision to make use of a government scheme to pay furloughed staff.
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Fifa bribe allegations raise more questions over Qatar World Cup
The 2022 World Cup in Qatar has become the focus of fresh Fifa corruption allegations.
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The 2022 World Cup in Qatar has become the focus of fresh Fifa corruption allegations.
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WATCH: 'Private island' set to host UFC due to coronavirus pandemic
UFC president Dana White has said the mixed martial arts promotion is close to securing a "private island" to stage bouts.
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UFC president Dana White has said the mixed martial arts promotion is close to securing a "private island" to stage bouts.
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Mokwena’s head-coach plans still up in the air
Rhulani Mokwena is not ruling out the possibility of being an assistant coach again, but for now, saving the Chilli Boys from relegation is key
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Rhulani Mokwena is not ruling out the possibility of being an assistant coach again, but for now, saving the Chilli Boys from relegation is key
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Kipchoge taking ‘down-time’ to reflect on his record-breaking exploits
In his 2019 diary, Kipchoge recorded various statistics, like the kilometres covered in training everyday and what he had been doing.
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In his 2019 diary, Kipchoge recorded various statistics, like the kilometres covered in training everyday and what he had been doing.
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MotoGP events in Italy, Catalunya join list of postponed races
Tuesday's decision brings the number of postponed MotoGP races to seven
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Tuesday's decision brings the number of postponed MotoGP races to seven
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Devnarain takes up SA U19 and Women's Cricket Academy coaching role
Former Proteas star Dinesha Devnarain has spent her entire career with KZN Cricket and has been at the helm as a player and a coach.
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Former Proteas star Dinesha Devnarain has spent her entire career with KZN Cricket and has been at the helm as a player and a coach.
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Sharks midfielder Esterhuizen is in a ‘really good space’
Andre Esterhuizen made his Bok debut in Rassie Erasmus’ first Test in charge and he went on to play eight Tests that year.
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Andre Esterhuizen made his Bok debut in Rassie Erasmus’ first Test in charge and he went on to play eight Tests that year.
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Postponing the Games represents a big challenge: IOC
In the next few years, the IOC have to deliver the Tokyo Olympics, Winter Games Beijing 2022 and Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2022.
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In the next few years, the IOC have to deliver the Tokyo Olympics, Winter Games Beijing 2022 and Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2022.
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Olympics postponement allows us to build - SA Under-23 coach Notoane
This time will allow certain players to heal from their injuries and regain match fitness, added coach David Notoane
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This time will allow certain players to heal from their injuries and regain match fitness, added coach David Notoane
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We are stronger together in these unusual times - Bok coach Nienaber
Rugby is a contact sport but in these times of Covid-19 the Springboks have to use unusual methods to keep in contact
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Rugby is a contact sport but in these times of Covid-19 the Springboks have to use unusual methods to keep in contact
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Destined for greatness, Tau’s hard work paying off big time
Not so long ago, Percy Tau was campaigning in the National First Division before being recalled by Pitso Mosimane
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Not so long ago, Percy Tau was campaigning in the National First Division before being recalled by Pitso Mosimane
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Wimbledon champ Halep happy after recovering from foot injury
Simona Halep shared her good news with supporters on social media.
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Simona Halep shared her good news with supporters on social media.
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Proteas set to lose the services of Paterson to Kolpak deal
The Cape Cobras' Dane Paterson played eight T20s, four ODIs and two Test for the Proteas.
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The Cape Cobras' Dane Paterson played eight T20s, four ODIs and two Test for the Proteas.
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Three Stormers to watch out for when Super Rugby resumes
Wynona Louw highlights three Stormers players to watch when, or if, the competition resumes this year.
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Wynona Louw highlights three Stormers players to watch when, or if, the competition resumes this year.
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Premiership safety remains Stellies’ target
We continue our club-by-club analysis of the PSL season before the enforced suspension of the league, today looking at Stellenbosch FC...
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We continue our club-by-club analysis of the PSL season before the enforced suspension of the league, today looking at Stellenbosch FC...
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Dutchman Van Dijk wants to become 'Liverpool legend'
Virgil van Dijk has helped Liverpool win the Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and Club World Cup
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Virgil van Dijk has helped Liverpool win the Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and Club World Cup
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Rangers players, staff defer wages amid coronavirus crisis
It was a no-brainer and the right thing to do, said Rangers manager Steven Gerrard
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It was a no-brainer and the right thing to do, said Rangers manager Steven Gerrard
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PART 1: The top 50 Bafana Bafana players
Last week, we gave you the Top 50 post-isolation Springboks, and this time, we’ve decided to bring you the 50 greatest players to don the Bafana Bafana jersey.
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Last week, we gave you the Top 50 post-isolation Springboks, and this time, we’ve decided to bring you the 50 greatest players to don the Bafana Bafana jersey.
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Platform to assist SMMEs hit hard by Covid-19 lockdown launched
The Southern African Venture Capital and Private Equity Association has launched a small, medium and micro enterprise (SMME) support platform to ensure companies survive the Covid-19 economic crisis.
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The Southern African Venture Capital and Private Equity Association has launched a small, medium and micro enterprise (SMME) support platform to ensure companies survive the Covid-19 economic crisis.
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Lagos private hospitals not allowed to treat Covid-19 patients, yet
The Lagos state government has indicated that private hospitals across the state are not yet allowed to treat Covid-19 patients.
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The Lagos state government has indicated that private hospitals across the state are not yet allowed to treat Covid-19 patients.
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Children can now be moved between parents during lockdown, but...
Parents who have co-parental rights to their children may now move children between them, an amendment signed by Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu shows. But this will not be extended to all co-parenting parents, but only those who already have a court order agreement in place.
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Parents who have co-parental rights to their children may now move children between them, an amendment signed by Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu shows. But this will not be extended to all co-parenting parents, but only those who already have a court order agreement in place.
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Government welcomes arrest of Cape man on fake news charges
The South African government has welcomed the arrest of estate agent Stephen Birch, who appeared in the Cape Town Magistrates Court for allegedly spreading fake news on Tuesday.
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The South African government has welcomed the arrest of estate agent Stephen Birch, who appeared in the Cape Town Magistrates Court for allegedly spreading fake news on Tuesday.
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Certain Western Cape municipalities grant ‘payment holidays’ amid lockdown
Increased security, payment holidays and shelter for the homeless are some of the measures municipalities in the Western Cape have taken.
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Increased security, payment holidays and shelter for the homeless are some of the measures municipalities in the Western Cape have taken.
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Men must stand up and condemn raping and killing of women and children, says Nkoana-Mashabane
Enough is enough, so says Maite Nkoana-Mashabe, the Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities. The minister has called on men in South Africa to stand up and condemn the killing and raping of women and children.
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Enough is enough, so says Maite Nkoana-Mashabe, the Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities. The minister has called on men in South Africa to stand up and condemn the killing and raping of women and children.
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New homes await 200 families in Cape Town after lockdown ends
At least 200 families are looking forward to the lifting of the 21-day nationwide lockdown so that they can move into their new homes.
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At least 200 families are looking forward to the lifting of the 21-day nationwide lockdown so that they can move into their new homes.
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Western Cape sees 'staggering' decline in crime since lockdown
Over the course of the lockdown period, the Western Cape has seen a “staggering” decline in crime and in particular alleged murder admissions or suspected murders.
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Over the course of the lockdown period, the Western Cape has seen a “staggering” decline in crime and in particular alleged murder admissions or suspected murders.
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Pharmacy launches drive-through testing sites for Covid-19
With just over 57 000 tests conducted since South Africa had its first confirmed case of Covid-19 on March 5, a pharmacy has launched a drive-through testing facility.
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With just over 57 000 tests conducted since South Africa had its first confirmed case of Covid-19 on March 5, a pharmacy has launched a drive-through testing facility.
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Coronavirus in Africa: Zambia says its citizens won't survive lockdown
The Zambian government has said the country will not go on lockdown in the face of the coronavirus, because people would not survive, according to local media reports.
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The Zambian government has said the country will not go on lockdown in the face of the coronavirus, because people would not survive, according to local media reports.
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SA lockdown: Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation offers online psychological support
The Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation has established an online psychological support service that runs daily from 9 am to 4 pm, for the remainder of April in honour of the murdered student's birth month.
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The Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation has established an online psychological support service that runs daily from 9 am to 4 pm, for the remainder of April in honour of the murdered student's birth month.
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IFP on Ndabeni-Abrahams' lunch with Manana: 'This is not a time for double standards'
The IFP has called on Communications Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams to apologise to South Africans for “a grandiose display” of flouting government’s Covid-19 lockdown regulations.
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The IFP has called on Communications Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams to apologise to South Africans for “a grandiose display” of flouting government’s Covid-19 lockdown regulations.
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Join IOL's first virtual 'pub' quiz at 7.30pm tonight
Exercise your brain by joining IOL's first virtual "pub" quiz on YouTube.
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Exercise your brain by joining IOL's first virtual "pub" quiz on YouTube.
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48 staffers test positive for Covid-19 at Durban's St Augustine's Hospital, partial closure looms
According to Minister Mkhize, the provincial health department is engaging with the hospital with the view of closing parts of the hospital down.
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According to Minister Mkhize, the provincial health department is engaging with the hospital with the view of closing parts of the hospital down.
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Cape singer James Bhemgee charged for allegedly raping Grade 10 schoolgirl
'He's a ladies man, not a rapist'. Friends of James Bhemgee claimed he and the teen “had been more than friends,” but that the girl’s mother did not approve of the relationship.
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'He's a ladies man, not a rapist'. Friends of James Bhemgee claimed he and the teen “had been more than friends,” but that the girl’s mother did not approve of the relationship.
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Coronavirus: How essential workers are braving the fight against an invisible enemy
Every morning, thousands of essential workers get up each morning and prepare to take on an invisible enemy that has wreaked havoc the world over
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Every morning, thousands of essential workers get up each morning and prepare to take on an invisible enemy that has wreaked havoc the world over
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With Boris Johnson in ICU for Covid-19 who is leading Britain?
Prime Minister Boris Johnson is stable in intensive care after receiving oxygen support to help him battle Covid-19, and while Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab chaired the government's Covid-19 emergency response meeting ministers refused to say who had ultimate control over the United Kingdom's nuclear weapons.
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Prime Minister Boris Johnson is stable in intensive care after receiving oxygen support to help him battle Covid-19, and while Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab chaired the government's Covid-19 emergency response meeting ministers refused to say who had ultimate control over the United Kingdom's nuclear weapons.
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SA lockdown: Waste pickers lose urgent court bid to be declared an essential service
The Gauteng High Court, Pretoria, has turned down an application by Lawyers for Human Rights to have waste pickers declared an essential service during the 21-day national lockdown.
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The Gauteng High Court, Pretoria, has turned down an application by Lawyers for Human Rights to have waste pickers declared an essential service during the 21-day national lockdown.
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The National Institute for the Humanities and Social Sciences pays tribute to Fred Khumalo
Fred Khumalo's book, Dancing the Death Drill, won first prize in the fiction, single-authored volume category of the Humanities and Social Sciences Awards in 2019.
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Fred Khumalo's book, Dancing the Death Drill, won first prize in the fiction, single-authored volume category of the Humanities and Social Sciences Awards in 2019.
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