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/ 1 September 2005

JSE rallies despite stronger rand

The JSE was roaring ahead just before noon on Thursday, taking its cue from stronger world markets. Petrochemicals group Sasol led the way as concerns about the affect of Hurricane Katrina continued to affect sentiment. By 11.56am, the all share index added 1,47%. Industrials and financials firmed 1,38% and 1,3% respectively, while the banks index was 1,88% in the black.

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/ 1 September 2005

‘There is no chaos in SA Rugby’

Besieged South African Rugby Union president Brian van Rooyen has lashed out at vice-president Mike Stofile and president’s council member Oregan Hoskins for what he termed ”wild pronouncements”. Van Rooyen’s hastily convened press conference on Wednesday proved to be a show of defiance by the beleaguered rugby boss.

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/ 1 September 2005

Nadeco sets its sights on fired IFP man

The National Democratic Convention (Nadeco) on Thursday confirmed it has approached Inkatha Freedom Party MPL Jabulani Maphalala to join its ranks. Maphalala, who is based at the University of Zululand, was fired by the IFP on Wednesday — apparently after allegations that he was going to defect to Nadeco.

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/ 1 September 2005

Hlatshwayo outclasses Cassius Baloyi

Isaac ”Angle” Hlatshwayo became the new IBO lightweight champion when he won a unanimous points decision over Cassius Baloyi at Carnival City in Brakpan on Wednesday night. The new champion, who is now unbeaten in 23 professional fights, outclassed and outboxed his hapless opponent from the opening round.

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/ 1 September 2005

Good start for Goosen in Beijing

World number five Retief Goosen blazed a first-round 64 to stamp his authority on the Volkswagen Masters-China golf tournament in Beijing on Thursday. Two eagles and five birdies against one bogey put the South African on top of the leader board at eight under par, two shots ahead of Canada’s Darren Griff.