.com | Report of suspects found with women’s body parts is fake news – police:
.com | Report of suspects found with women’s body parts is fake news – police:
SA Weather Service issued an alert that high seas and gale force wind is expected along the western and eastern coastal areas on Friday 23 June. Johannesburg Springs police on Thursday rubbished claims that two men were arrested for being in possession of body parts in Mkhancwa informal settlements in May. Springs police spokesperson Johannes Rampora described the news as “fake news” just doing the rounds on social media.
South African Court Says Zuma No-Confidence Vote Can Be Secret:
South Africa's top court ruled that the speaker of parliament can decide to allow a secret vote on a no-confidence motion in President Jacob Zuma but isn't required to do so. The judgment leaves the issue in the hands of parliamentary speaker Baleka Mbete, who's a top member of Zuma's ruling African National Congress.
South African designers showcase their wares in Paris:
Forty-two South African designers are currently exhibiting their artisanal goods at the renowned BHV/Marais in Paris, a department store of the group of Galeries Lafayette that attracts over 60,000 visitors daily. The exhibition, which runs until 31 July 2017, showcases South Africa's creative energy and its international design and cultural capitals: Johannesburg and Cape Town.
Will SA meet challenge of global car market shifts?:
Johannesburg – The automotive global value chain is undergoing profound changes that could fundamentally disrupt the production of and market for vehicles. A number of international experts have commented on these changes, attempting to understand their consequences for the multinational organisations and economies that dominate global production and consumption.
M&C Saatchi PLC acquires Levergy:
M&C Saatchi PLC has announced a majority stake acquisition of South African sports and entertainment agency Levergy. The deal comes off the back of an exceptional growth path for Levergy, which was founded by Clint Paterson and Struan Campbell in September 2012, and positions the agency to capitalise on a buoyant sport and entertainment industry in South Africa and across the African continent.
Standard Bank develops crowdfunding platform for #FeesMustFall Challenge:
Jayshree Naidoo, Interim CEO of Feenix Trust, said access to tertiary education remains a major challenge for many people with ability, but who lack funds. “As a proudly digital bank with a history of making a difference, we want to ensure our expertise is also harnessed here.
Nominees for DSTvMVCA revealed:
In a first for South African television, M-Net's Mzansi Magic has partnered with DStv to launch a brand new awards show, the inaugural DSTV Mzansi Viewers Choice Awards. And as it's name states, these awards will see television audiences determine the winners in the 10 categories.
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