SHEEP

Farmers swap sheep for skis

Article Staff Reporter - 14 Sep 2018

They’re having to learn new skills to provide support at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing

Rabbits bunny hop on sheep to flee flood

Article Staff Reporter - 26 Jul 2017

Have you heard the one about the rabbits who jumped onto the back of sheep to stay dry?

Study paves the way for Karoo lamb to join the ranks of tequila, champagne and Kobe

Article bogdan TagDiv - 2 Aug 2016

Research from Stellenbosch University has shown that grazing on fragrant Karoo plants gives lamb a regional taste.

Shear magic as Hans fleeces the opposition at world champs

Article Lloyd Gedye - 8 Mar 2012

South Africa has recently dominated the world sheep-shearing competition. Again. And who knew?

In Senegal, a sheep is man’s best friend

Article Fran Blandy - 16 Nov 2010

Senegal's most beautiful sheep is crowned in a competition that shows the bond between Senegalese men and their pets.

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High court refuses application to cross provinces for a funeral

Franny Rabkin - 28 Mar 2020

Despite “extreme sympathy”, court says it must uphold the law

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The online value of executive education in a Covid-19 world

Staff Reporter - 27 Mar 2020

Executive education courses further develop the skills of leaders in the workplace

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Sisa Ntshona urges everyone to stay home, and consider travelling later

Staff Reporter - 26 Mar 2020

Sisa Ntshona has urged everyone to limit their movements in line with government’s request

Special Reports

SAB Zenzele’s special AGM postponed until further notice

Staff Reporter - 24 Mar 2020

An arrangement has been announced for shareholders and retailers to receive a 77.5% cash payout

Special Reports

20th Edition of the National Teaching Awards

Staff Reporter - 23 Mar 2020

Teachers are seldom recognised but they are indispensable to the country's education system

Special Reports

Awards affirm the vital work that teachers do

Thabo Mohlala - 23 Mar 2020

Government is committed to empowering South Africa’s teachers with skills, knowledge and techniques for a changing world

Special Reports

2020 Humanities Award winners reflect a contribution to diversity and social justice, echoing South Africa’s socioeconomic condition

Anele Ngcoya - 23 Mar 2020

The HSS Awards ensure that the humanities and social sciences thrive

Special Reports

SAB Zenzele special AGM rescheduled to March 25 2020

Staff Reporter - 18 Mar 2020

New voting arrangements are being made to safeguard the health of shareholders

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Dimension Data launches Saturday School in PE

Staff Reporter - 16 Mar 2020

The Gauteng Saturday School has produced a number of success stories