Tag: South Africa
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Venice Biennale: South Africa Pavilion Controversy and Arts News
Overview: A pavilion canceled on the eve of Venice The Venice Biennale, one of the world’s most prestigious showcases for contemporary art, has been rocked by the sudden cancellation of South Africa’s pavilion project. Proposed by artist Gabrielle Goliath and curator Ingrid Masondo, the initiative was halted by the country’s culture minister, a decision widely…
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Markram, Linde star as South Africa cruise past West Indies in T20 opener
South Africa ride Markram’s blitz to a commanding 9-wicket win In a confident start to the three-match Twenty20 International series, South Africa captain Aiden Markram stole the show with an unbeaten 86 off 47 balls, guiding the Proteas to a dominant 9-wicket victory over the West Indies in the series opener. The match, staged in…
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Markram and Linde Lift South Africa to Nine-Wicket Triumph Over West Indies in T20 Opener
South Africa cruise to comfortable victory as Markram shines South Africa’s ongoing T20 international series opener against the West Indies ended in a resounding nine-wicket win for the Proteas, with captain Aiden Markram starring at Newlands. Markram remained unbeaten on 86 off 47 balls, guiding his side to a straightforward chase after their bowlers restricted…
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Markram and Linde steer South Africa to series-opening win over West Indies in T20I
SA cruise to a nine-wicket win as Markram shines South Africa opened their three-match Twenty20 International series with a comfortable nine-wicket victory over the West Indies, led by an emphatic innings from captain Aiden Markram. Markram powered to an unbeaten 86 off 47 balls, hitting nine boundaries as the Proteas chased down the target with…
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Gauteng’s Silent Alarm: Deadly Terbufos Pesticide Sold for R10 as Child Deaths Rise
Breaking Silence Over a Hazardous Pesticide Gauteng parents in South Africa say they sleep with one eye open, fearing the next exposure that could sicken or take a child’s life. The pesticide at the center of their dread is terbufos, a highly toxic chemical commonly known by the nickname halephirimi, which translates to “the sun…
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Terbufos Pesticide in SA: Child Deaths Persist, Sale Ongoing
Growing Alarm Over a Glib Threat In Gauteng, families are living with a troubling question: how many more children must fall ill or die before action is taken? Terbufos, a highly toxic pesticide commonly known by its local name “halephirimi” (the sun won’t set), has resurfaced in public debate after reports linked it to the…
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Deadly Terbufos Pesticide Still Sold in Gauteng Amid Child Fatalities
Background: What is terbufos? Terbufos is a highly toxic organophosphate pesticide used to protect crops from soil-dwelling pests. In parts of Gauteng, South Africa, it is commonly referred to by local names such as “halephirimi.” Its effectiveness against pests comes at a steep human cost, particularly for children who are most vulnerable to poisoning and…
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Trustco Board Turmoil: Minority Investor Moves to Fire Founder Quinton van Rooyen
Overview of the upheaval Trustco Group Holdings is embroiled in a high-stakes leadership showdown as its largest minority shareholder, Riskowitz Value Fund (RVF), moves to dismiss the current board, including founder Quinton van Rooyen. The dispute centers on governance concerns and strategic direction, with RVF arguing that a refreshed leadership team is required to unlock…
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Laboratory Analysis Isolates O Strain In Smuggled FMD Vaccines
Overview: O Strain Identified in Smuggled Vaccines Authorities in South Africa have confirmed that an inactivated O field strain of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) was detected in a shipment of smuggled vaccines. This finding comes after laboratory analyses were conducted on samples intercepted during routine border controls and subsequent inspections. While the O strain has never…
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O Strain Detected in Smuggled FMD Vaccines: SA Lab Confirms Inactivated O Strain
Introduction: A Concerning Find in the Fight Against FMD Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) remains one of the world’s most disruptive livestock diseases, affecting cattle, sheep, goats, and other cloven-hoofed animals. While the O field strain has never been officially recorded in South Africa, recent laboratory analysis has identified inactivated O strain material in a shipment of…