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South African mining production fell on an annual basis for a 12th straight month in January, while manufacturing output also declined over the same timeframe, Stats SA said on Tuesday. The silver lining is that both sectors had monthly production ... https://t.co/Uq5FdZ0Vox

A Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber survey shows that about 20% of metro businesses have indicated that jobs will be cut because of the energy crisis. And 90% of businesses have put the brakes on further expansion and investment. https://t.co/PEMQ2sHUcR

Old Mutual is likely to bring a bank to the market towards the end of 2024 and, no, it will not be called Old Mutual Bank. https://t.co/OdaY8MbekZ

How are South African taxpayers affected by load shedding? Who do they believe is to blame, and what do they think are the solutions to our power problems? A new report provides insight into the real cost of our electricity crisis. https://t.co/ybKuzwgwU3

Investment banker Mark Barnes and Business Maverick editor Tim Cohen unwrap the news. https://t.co/R1akBkQpLN

A preferred compensation plan is essentially a contract between the company and employees that is linked to an investment plan. https://t.co/0n5nXa1CCV

So desperate for change and leadership, we are delusional if we think President Cyril Ramaphosa is going to be any different. https://t.co/4HUTts8X7X

The fund certainly has helped liven up the startup sector in SA, so it is disappointing that Naspers is shutting it down. But can you actually blame Naspers? https://t.co/Q8iBGCWZ5V

The first extensive survey of the impacts of rolling blackouts shows the effects they are having on your mental health, economic wellbeing and politics. https://t.co/EYrL1YgP2a

There’s no sign that South Africa’s intellectual property laws will change any time soon, public health experts say. That means pharmaceutical companies will keep abusing the country’s weak system — and keep the profits rolling in. https://t.co/GZoVvTrDZq

US stock soared as traders wager the worst of the banking sector turmoil has passed, while Treasury yields climbed after the latest inflation reading cemented bets for a Federal Reserve rate hike next week. https://t.co/zmPS35LaPN

JPMorgan Chase & Co. urged a judge to throw out a lawsuit in which it’s accused of supporting Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking, claiming the late sex offender’s victim is on the wrong path in seeking compensation from the bank. https://t.co/YN8J7DBNN9

In a mountainous expanse where wildlife roams, and where ancient people once walked, a famous education institution has had a major makeover. https://t.co/metTgpgR4W

1/ Suspended Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane is expected to give evidence to the parliamentary committee conducting her impeachment inquiry on Wednesday. What to expect? A thread.👇 https://t.co/8W2NVoTUXp

Of the almost 14 million applications received for the social relief of distress grant by the end of January, 716,000 were tertiary graduates. This is according to figures by Sassa and the Department of Social Development. https://t.co/QjOFLHeQCE

Bitcoin climbed above $26,000 for the first time since June on growing optimism that the digital-asset sector will weather the recent turmoil in the US financial system. https://t.co/28lzsAHNrw

The uptake and continuation of tuberculosis preventive therapy were much higher when it was provided through a community-based model, compared to the standard clinic-based model, a study conducted in KwaZulu-Natal has found. Elri Voigt unpacks the study... https://t.co/EdFeTexRiY

Moving, surprising, inspiring, terrifying, shocking... These are the images of some of today’s events around the world. https://t.co/4cmXULkAaA

March 14 (Reuters) - U.S. President Joe Biden will announce an executive order on Tuesday that reinforces background checks for gun buyers in what the White House is promoting as the most comprehensive policy the president can enact without Congress. https://t.co/w27iMfxgRW

Ten years down the line, the African Union’s (AU) Agenda 2063 is stuttering along, with serious continental issues remaining unresolved. They include acute hunger, poverty, the politics of exclusivity, xenophobia, and the militarisation of societies by ... https://t.co/giOY8etmqR

Having conceded five goals at home in the Champions League tie, and trailing by three goals heading into the second leg in Spain, Liverpool remains hopeful of overturning the deficit. Real Madrid is wary of the Reds’ threat. https://t.co/1lGrZ4bVRA

Dr Imtiaz Sooliman will share his experiences, insights and the challenges he's faced as a trailblazer in the field of humanitarian aid from his early days as a doctor in South Africa to his work with @GiftoftheGivers. https://t.co/NvGEhtZztt

Here is an incomplete yet striking gallery from 2023's Oscar ceremony, which took place on 12 March at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. While the famous red carpet changed colours, to a hue described as 'champagne', the looks were as glamourous as ever. https://t.co/htzu1z8DZW

South Africa’s ANC-led administration is a sham and an epic failure of leadership and of government. The country’s failing leaders cannot hold themselves accountable, therefore the voters must do the work in the 2024 elections. https://t.co/65JtX2YHqU

Like the croque monsieur you eat in the streets and parks of Paris, the braaibroodjie is a treasure to be loved and savoured. https://t.co/SEVGWgfy0a

Disgruntled former ActionSA Gauteng leader Bongani Baloyi is the latest member to resign from the party, which is not yet three years old. https://t.co/b6q9d5xof8

Within the first few months of 1900, mid-war, Deelfontein has been transformed. A massive tent town has sprung up, with the kind of medical centre the present-day Karoo’s little dorpies can only dream of having. https://t.co/2u60zTrbsh

The South African Policing Union (Sapu) is going ahead with plans to follow Nehawu and to embark on an indefinite strike from Friday, 17 March over demands for a 10% pay hike for public servants. SAPS has stated that police officers would not be downing... https://t.co/znhG0OWkVw

Marizanne Kapp took exceptional figures of five for 15 in the Women’s Premier League on Saturday to underpin her high price tag. https://t.co/cJwMxKhz1T

Exceptional teachers can leave a lasting impression on more than just their learners. https://t.co/xG3E2S6iFs

My latest #loadshedding lamentation for the @dailymaverick https://t.co/5rUryNxKXi

South Africa's @dailymaverick coverage on the arrest of Alexander ZINGMAN, alleged arms dealer in Lubumbashi, DRC last year (2021). https://t.co/DQOdeYbN5w

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