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UFS Study Reveals Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals in Sanitary Pads and Pantyliners
A selection of popular sanitary pads and pantyliners are under investigation after a UFS study detected hormone-disrupting chemicals, raising concerns about long-term health risks for women. Picture Credit: Adobe Stock By Aisha Zardad South Africa – A study conducted by the University of the Free State (UFS) has detected hormone-disrupting chemicals in all tested sanitary…
Xaba Defends R22m Liberation Statues as Tourism Investment Amid Service Delivery Criticism
The R22 million statues of Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo stand wrapped ahead of their official unveiling in Durban, as debate continues over municipal spending priorities. Picture Credit: X By Aisha Zardad Durban – The Mayor of eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality, Cyril Xaba, has defended the R22 million spent on statues of Nelson Mandela and Oliver…
March Fuel Prices Climb as Global Oil Surge Filters Through to SA Pumps
Fuel prices rise from 4 March as global oil volatility and exchange rate movements push petrol and diesel costs higher across South Africa. Picture Credit: Adobe Stock By Aisha Zardad South Africa – The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has confirmed the latest official fuel price adjustments, which come into effect on Wednesday, 4…
Godongwana Declares Turning Point in South Africa’s Public Finances
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivers the 2026 National Budget Speech at the Parliament Dome in Cape Town, outlining fiscal stability, social spending, and key reforms for South Africa’s future. Picture Credit: Business Day By Aisha Zardad Cape Town – The 2026 South African National Budget Speech was delivered by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on Wednesday,…