Weekend Argus Saturday3 min read
Spain Bolstered By Pedri’s Return
Spain’s Euro 2024 hopes have been bolstered by Pedri Gonzalez’s return to form, and the Barcelona playmaker could prove crucial in their stern opening battle against Luka Modric’s dangerous Croatia. The Real Madrid midfielder, 38, is still the standa
Weekend Argus Saturday1 min readPolitical Ideologies
Cope Vows Comeback In Local Government Elections
The Congress of the People (Cope) is meeting this weekend in Bloemfontein in the Free State, to create a roadmap for the future after its dismal elections performance. The party said the meeting was to take a stock of where it had faltered, as it con
Weekend Argus Saturday3 min readSoccer
Hungry England Want To Make History, Says Captain Kane
ENGLAND captain Harry Kane said the team are primed to “make history” ahead of their Euro 2024 opener against Serbia tomorrow (9pm, SA time start). In an interview with German magazine Spiegel, published on Thursday, the striker backed England’s chan
Weekend Argus Saturday2 min read
Engangements On How Best To Protect Baboons
The Cape Peninsula Baboon Management Joint Task Team (CPBMJTT) engaged with communities on the Southern Peninsula to discuss sustainable solutions for managing the local baboon population. The the task team, comprising representatives from SA Nation
Weekend Argus Saturday2 min read
Win tickets to Capegate Ice Rink
The Weekend Argus is giving a away four tickets to Capegate Shopping Centre’s Ice Rink during the June holidays. Capegate Shopping Centre’s Ice Rink, which a young skater described as “the best place in the world” last year, is set to greet happy you
Weekend Argus Saturday4 min read
Bridging The Digital Divide In SA’s Rural Communities
Fresh from bringing hi-tech smart centres to rural communities in the Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape, the pioneering Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority (Chieta) has expanded its vision to the North West. This is pa
Weekend Argus Saturday2 min read
Moment Of Truth For Revamped Italy As Euros Title Defence Begins
ITALY kick off their European Championship title defence against Albania tonight (9pm, SA time start) as a new-look team tries to rebuild the reputation of one of the world’s most important football nations. Luciano Spalletti’s Italy take on Albania
Weekend Argus Saturday4 min read
‘We Have A Deal’ – GNU Is Unveiled
“WE HAVE a deal!” These were the words of Gayton McKenzie from the Patriotic Alliance signalling that the ANC struck a deal with them, the DA and the IFP to form a government of national unity (GNU). Both DA leader John Steenhuisen and ANC secretary-
Weekend Argus Saturday2 min read
‘New Dawn’ As ActionSA, PA Usher Youngsters Into Power
ActionSA and the Patriotic Alliance have not only secured parliamentary seats, but they are to be a beacon of hope for the young South Africans. At the first sitting of the National Assembly which was set to take place yesterday, these two parties us
Weekend Argus Saturday3 min read
Why September Is The Best Time For South Africans To Travel Internationally
While December is the peak holiday and travel season for South Africans, when it comes to international travel, holidaymakers are increasingly choosing to head abroad at other times of the year. As the northern hemisphere heads into its summer and p
Weekend Argus Saturday2 min read
Maela: Riveiro All About Prep And Psychology At Pirates
Orlando Pirates captain Innocent Maela has lauded the influence of head coach Jose Riveiro following another successful season. The Buccaneers concluded their 2023/2024 campaign emphatically as they overcame a star-studded Mamelodi Sundowns side in t
Weekend Argus Saturday3 min read
Turning To Artificial Intelligence To Save Ancient History
In an unassuming house on the Tunisian island of Djerba, Said al-Barouni embarked on a mission to safeguard his Muslim community’s little-known heritage, using technology and AI to save age-old religious manuscripts. The 74-year-old librarian and mem
Weekend Argus Saturday2 min read
Captaincy Not Such A Big Issue For Boks: Rassie
THERE are three stand-out candidates to take over as Springbok captain for the first Test against Wales at Twickenham next weekend, but the world champions are not sweating over their options to lead the side in London. Enforcer Eben Etzebeth, hard-
Weekend Argus Saturday3 min read
Ancient Termite Mounds Found
In what has been described as an astonishing breakthrough, scientists have discovered the world’s oldest, inhabited termite mounds along the Buffels River in Namaqualand. These mounds, dating back a staggering 34 000 years, are rewriting our understa
Weekend Argus Saturday4 min readPolitical Ideologies
Like The Class Of ’76 The Youth Must Find Its Voice To Shape The Future
As South Africa commemorates the sacrifices of the youth who lost their lives on June 16, 1976, while fighting for the better education they believed in, the time is ripe for critical reflection 30 years after democracy on what has happened since. Wh
Weekend Argus Saturday3 min read
Education Must Have Fresh Leaders And Ideas
AFTER 15 years of producing poor results, the education ministry must have fresh, innovative leaders, said education analyst Dr Corrin Varady. He said this was in line with President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement that the ANC wanted a government of
Weekend Argus Saturday2 min read
Toyota SA Squashes Rumours Of KZN Exit
Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) says it remains committed to its local manufacturing base in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) despite facing numerous challenges in the past few years. After the surprise performance of the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) in the rec
Weekend Argus Saturday1 min read
Classic Car Show Dates Confirmed
The Classic Car Show 2024 will be held over two days at Nasrec Expo Centre, south-west of Johannesburg. The show will be held on July 6 and 7, 2024. As in previous years, The Classic Car Show will run alongside the hugely popular German vs Jap show f
Weekend Argus Saturday3 min readGender Studies
This Pride Month, Meet Mzansi’s Celebrated LGBTQIA+ Advocates
While South Africa commemorates Youth Month in June, the rest of the world celebrates International Pride Month. It is commemorated in June each year to celebrate the LGBQTIA+ community for the work they do for equal rights. When it comes to sexualit
Weekend Argus Saturday1 min read
‘Girl Talk And Advice’ Campaign In Delft
Curro Delft girls, along with a group of Curro teachers, recently visited Grade 7 girls at Delft Primary School to launch the “Girl Talk and Advice” campaign aimed at empowering primary girl learners transitioning to high school. In a heart-warming
Weekend Argus Saturday2 min readInternational Relations
US-Ukraine Deal ‘Just Pieces Of Paper’
Russia’s foreign ministry spokes- person yesterday dismissed a security deal between the US and Ukraine announced during the G7 summit as “just pieces of paper”. Maria Zakharova was quoted by Russian news agencies as saying: “These agreements are abo
Weekend Argus Saturday2 min readInternational Relations
Israel Hits Gaza As Talks Stall
Israeli strikes hit Gaza yesterday as truce talks with Hamas militants failed to progress and tensions surged on Israel’s northern border with Lebanon. Witnesses reported the strikes in various parts of the Gaza Strip. Israel’s military said troops c
Weekend Argus Saturday2 min read
‘The Little Mermaid’ splashes into Canal Walk
This magnificent show, which takes place in the lovely Canal Walk Theatre, has a professional cast. The show promises to be entertaining for the whole family and is geared towards both young and old. With three different show times – 11am, 12.30pm an
Weekend Argus Saturday2 min read
Alumni Call For Poll Over ‘Residence Of Horrors’ Wilgenhof’s Fate
There has been a huge backlash against a decision by the Stellenbosch University (SU) to close the Wilgenhof student residence, following a report on initiation practices at the residence. In a statement under the guidance of Theo de Jager, the presi
Weekend Argus Saturday3 min readPolitical Ideologies
Cape Mom Advised To Open Fraud Case
A Cape Town mother who was refused her right to vote after being told she was registered in Islamabad in Pakistan has been advised by the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) to take the matter further criminally. On the day of the elections, 4
Weekend Argus Saturday2 min readCrime & Violence
Residents Search For Frischke
Sixteen months after German tourist Nick Frischke vanished without a trace while hiking in Hout Bay, a group of concerned residents have rallied together to assist a specialised police team that has been working to solve the case. The residents have
Weekend Argus Saturday2 min read
Department Of Health Intensifies Efforts Against Mpox Outbreak
This Week Health Minister Joe Phaahla spoke to the media about the global outbreak of Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox. This outbreak has been ongoing since 2022. Mpox is a notifiable disease, meaning healthcare workers must report all suspected and
Weekend Argus Saturday3 min read
Consider These Wellness Experiences To Help You Rejuvenate In Winter
Winter is a good time for a wellness escape. The cooler temperatures combined with a wellness treatment provide the ideal setting for a restful and rejuvenating bodily experience. If you’re looking for a full-body experience and ways to treat the mi
Weekend Argus Saturday3 min read
City’s R6bn Wastewater Solution
The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate said they are on board in finding solutions in treating the effluent discharged from the marine outfalls at Green Point, Camps Bay and Hout Bay with a potentially new Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW) at a
Weekend Argus Saturday3 min read
Mogakane: Proteas Camps Showed I’m Not Too Far Away
LABELLED a rising star during his South Africa Under-19 days, Andile Mogakane quickly learnt that hard work and discipline were crucial to success in professional cricket as soon as he joined his home domestic team the Dolphins after matric. The all-
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