Europe’s crisis shows value of coal: SA

 South Africa’s energy minister dismissed the notion that renewable electricity can bring an end to years of rolling blackouts, pointing to Europe’s pivot back to the use of fossil fuels…

Planning for retirement

Over the past century, global life expectancy has increased by more than 25 years, and it continues to improve. Don’t get caught off guard by outliving your money because you…

Man United sign Antony

MANCHESTER. — Manchester United have signed Brazil winger Antony from Ajax for an initial fee of e95m (£82m). The deal, which includes a potential e5m (£4.3m) of add-ons, is the…

Mikhail Gorbachev — Southern Africans have a special reason to thank him

Chris Saunders Correspondent The whole world has much to thank Mikhail Gorbachev for. As many have pointed out since his death in Moscow earlier this week, Gorbachev – the last…

Verstappen expects pretty crazy festival

ZANDVOORT. — Max Verstappen is expecting an emotional and “pretty crazy” festival as he heads into his first home race as world champion, seeking his 10th win of the Formula…

Densification transforming urban centres: Sharpe

Enacy Mapakame Activity in the real estate sector is expected to remain vibrant in urban centres where densification will drive activity as demand for modern developments continues to soar subsequently…

China mints new billionaire

China’s ongoing Covid-19 curbs may be hitting its economy hard, but a new billionaire has emerged amid the country’s strict healthcare protocols. The winner is Xue Min, founder of Shanghai…

Water fluoridation effective prevention of tooth decay

Washington. — Researchers have demonstrated the low environmental footprint of water fluoridation compared to other preventive measures for tooth decay. Research findings also strengthen the case internationally for water fluoridation…

VFEX introduces online platform

Senior Business Reporter The Victoria Falls Stock Exchange (VFEX) has launched an online trading platform designed for retail investors, a development said to be a convenient way to buy and…

Rape-accused ex-VP’s son remanded in custody

Thandeka Moyo-Ndlovu, Senior Reporter  SIQOKOQELA Mphoko (44), son of the former Vice-President Phelekezela Mphoko, was yesterday arraigned for allegedly raping his 12-year-old niece and escaping from police custody.  Mphoko who is…

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