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New app developed to detect Twitter bots — in any language

Article Mashadi Kekana - 13 Jun 2019

A new application is able to detect auto-generated tweets independent of the language used relying on machine learning

‘Williams defended The New Age’ — Manyi

Article Sarah Smit - 26 Nov 2018

During his testimony, Mzwanele Manyi told the commission that Williams had changed her position on the controversial business breakfast briefings

Editorial: Let’s go down memory lane

Article Editorial - 21 Sep 2018

'Two years later, it is still quite a marvel to understand how deep the Guptas’ network ran'

ANC did not bully Nedbank’ — CEO

Article Sarah Smit - 19 Sep 2018

Though the ANC did not attempt to browbeat Nedbank into reversing its decision, 'veiled threats' were made to the bank at a subsequent meeting.

#StateCaptureInquiry: ‘Banks did not collude in cutting Gupta ties’ — FNB official

Article Sarah Smit - 18 Sep 2018

Johan Burger's testimony dealt with attempts by the ANC and government to intervene in the closure of the accounts

State capture inquiry: Zondo to hear why banks cut Gupta ties

Article Sarah Smit - 17 Sep 2018

In 2016, Absa, FNB, Nedbank and Sasfin unexpectedly cut ties with Gupta-owned businesses and shut down their bank accounts.

How the Guptas got school children to draw invitations for Sun City wedding

Article Raeesa Pather - 12 Sep 2018

A company linked to the family initiated a drawing competition in the North West where pupils designed invitations for the lavish wedding

Manyi files for liquidation of Afro Voice

Article Lameez Omarjee - 17 Jul 2018

The negative perception of its previous owners, the Guptas, persisted which also negatively impacted the company’s financials, Manyi explained

Court lifts AFU restraint order in Vrede dairy case

Article Jeanette Chabalala - 28 May 2018

Luxury vehicles, immovable properties and bank accounts were some of the assets which were subject to the provisional restraint order

Court dismisses Guptas’ bid to hold onto jet

Article Jan Bornman - 3 May 2018

The ruling came after EDC and Stoneriver approached the court with an urgent application earlier in March asking it to ground the aircraft

First direct blow against Guptas

Article Raeesa Pather - 20 Jan 2018

Gupta brother’s bank account frozen to recover R220-million.

Editorial: Complexity hides dirty business

Article Editorial - 8 Dec 2017

'The entire, vast, expensive edifice of surveillance and control failed'

Gupta firms sail close to the wind

Article Phillip De Wet - 29 Sep 2017

With no access to banking, the family is heading into a financial storm. But it has a few lifeboats yet

Gupta firms roasted in bank court bid

Article Phillip De Wet - 22 Sep 2017

The judge was scathing when he rejected the family’s bid to force the Bank of Baroda’s arm

Did Guptas sell mines they didn’t own?

Article Phillip De Wet - 25 Aug 2017

Mystery shrouds the buyer of Tegeta, as the coal firm’s BEE credentials also come under scrutiny

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Hawks swoop down with more arrests in R1.4-billion corruption blitz

khaya koko - 22 Oct 2020

The spate of arrests for corruption continues apace in Gauteng and the Eastern Cape.

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SANDF hid R200m expenditure on ‘Covid’ drug it can’t use

Sabelo Skiti - 22 Oct 2020

Military health officials are puzzled by the defence department importing a drug that has not been approved for treating coronavirus symptoms from Cuba

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Epic fail: Africa’s Fortnite battle

Eyaaz Matwadia - 22 Oct 2020

Forced onto the backfoot by poor ping and overseas servers, African gamers are getting creative in an attempt to play one of the biggest competitive games. In the second instalment of our gaming corner, we chat to some of the innovators

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Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

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Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

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Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

Special Reports

The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

Special Reports

In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'

Special Reports

Secure your business from cyber threats

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

Many business-grade security systems now have built-in learning systems and AI to help businesses stay up to date with protection

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Mental Health

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

During the pandemic there's been a dramatic increase in depression, anxiety and suicides, according to some of the surveys done

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Expert financial advice still recommended – especially in uncertain times

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

A financial advisor is an expert who will help you to protect your wealth and make a realistic plan when unexpected events threaten your wellbeing