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About 50 percent of the world's grasslands are degraded, and overexploitation, misuse, climate change and biodiversity loss all pose serious threats to humanity's food supply and the well-being or survival of billions of people, they write. Dr Ian Little.This year's theme for World Environment Day is “Our Land. Our Future”, providing an opportunity for everyone to reflect on the benefits of investing in restoring land and habitats, and protecting people and wildlife.World Environment Day comes just weeks after the release of the UN's World Land Outlook thematic report on rangelands and pastoralists, which shows that around 50% of the world's…
The rapper said he has embarked on a spiritual journey and is dedicating his life to serving the Lord. J.Molly has returned to social media after a brief hiatus following his social media gaffe. Last month, with the rapper Love & Hip Hop SA The star posted a series of warning messages on social media, saying he was considering suicide. “One important thing in this life is that you have to spend money to make money. Also, it's better to earn foreign currency. Lastly, remember that money can't buy happiness.” “You can never erase the trauma you've been through. Only…
A man accused of tampering with vital Eskom infrastructure has been convicted and sentenced to 10 years in prison.The man was one of two people arrested in February 2022 for allegedly stealing copper rods and installing copper wires at the Matra substation near Curiel.The pair initially attempted to evade arrest by fleeing the scene, but the South African Police Service (SAPS) successfully apprehended them with the help of drone surveillance.Both were released on bail, but the convicted suspect remained in custody from the date of arrest until sentencing. The other suspect jumped bail and a warrant has been issued for…
A ruling by the European Union's highest court has meant that McDonald's has lost its exclusive right to use the name “Big Mac” on any chicken burger sold within the EU.The American fast food chain popularised the nickname for its big hamburger sandwich and trademarked it in the EU in 1996.But following a lawsuit from a rival Irish chain, other companies will be free to use the name “Mac” to sell chicken products and in their chain names.The European Court of Justice found that McDonald's had failed to prove genuine use of its trademark for five continuous years.”McDonald's will lose…
Siphiwo 'Spich' Nzawumbi's weight loss journey is one of the most inspiring on the internet. The veteran TV and radio personality said the journey began in January 2023 and with determination and discipline, he made lifestyle changes and lost an incredible amount of weight. Also Read: “I lost 20kg in 2 months” – Gugu Gumede’s weight loss journey From the beginning, Spich has been open about her weight loss journey, sharing her progress and motivation with her social media followers. January to October 2023 Spich said he weighed 160kg when he began his fitness journey, adding: “My goal is to…
The research found that Asda's fuel has become the most expensive of the supermarket group after being among the cheapest for many years, despite a promise to offer the best value.According to the RAC, Asda's average petrol and diesel prices were higher than Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury's at the end of May.Asda disputed the findings, arguing they covered the whole of its estate, including convenience stores, and that it still offers the cheapest prices in its supermarket shelves.Fuel prices have fallen globally, but the RAC said supermarket chains are not passing the savings on to customers.The RAC analysed data submitted…
Reading Time: 2 MinutesThe Palm Ridge Magistrate's Court in Ekurhuleni granted bail of R30,000 each to Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Zizi Kodwa and his co-accused, businessman Jehan Mackay. The court also adjourned the matter till July 23. The two appeared in court today charged with violating the Anti-Corruption Act and the Anti-Organized Crime Act. Kodwa's bail conditions Kodwa must appear in court at every stage until the case is resolved, or a warrant will be issued for his arrest. As part of his bail conditions, the minister must surrender his personal passport and is banned from contacting witnesses. The…
Nersa has approved new tariffs for free basic electricity. (Luba Lesolle/Gallo Images) South Africa's National Energy Regulator (Nersa) is in discussions with relevant authorities about possibly increasing the amount of free electricity poor households receive each month.In South Africa, over eight million households benefit from the Free Basic Electricity (FBE) programme, receiving 50 kWh of electricity per month.At the end of May, the regulator approved new tariffs for FBE, which is how much municipalities must pay Eskom for providing free electricity to qualifying customers. The new tariff for municipalities for 2024/25 is 194.40 cents/kWh, effective from July 1. This is…
Reading Time: 2 MinutesAfrican National Congress (ANC) MP Boy Mamabolo has threatened to go to the High Court to stop him from being sworn in as a member of Parliament if the party does not include his name on its list of candidates. Mamabolo has accused the ANC of illegally removing his name from the list of candidates for the Limpopo provincial legislature. The state is expected to field about 18 candidates on the party's National Council of Provinces (NCOP) list. Mamabolo's lawyers wrote to the party today demanding a response by the end of business and have threatened to…
Reading Time: 2 MinutesSouth African Communist Party (SACP) Politburo member Dr Alex Masilo said he was concerned about certain parties that might seek a coalition with the African National Congress (ANC), but would not reveal his intentions until he had completed consultations with all members of the tripartite alliance. This comes as the ANC's national executive committee (NEC) is due to meet to decide on the composition of the government following the party's below-expected performance in the 2024 general elections. The ANC failed to secure a majority in the National Assembly, receiving just 40.2% of the vote. The party also…