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Discovery Bank launches AI-driven security features to disrupt South Africa’s banking sector

Discovery Bank on Thursday rolled out a suite of artificial intelligence -powered tools and advanced security features to its clients that is set to rattle the banking landscape with its compelling innovative features. With over 2.5 million accounts, this relative banking newcomer, which debuted as the world's first behavioural bank in March 2019, is intensifying its bid to nab market share from South Africa’s entrenched banking titans: Standard Bank Group, First National Bank), Absa Bank, Nedbank, Investec and market disruptor Capitec. Discovery Bank CEO Hylton Kallner framed the latest innovation by the bank as a seismic shift, “We see a future where banks connect seamlessly with every aspect of a client’s life - their health, finances, lifestyle, and aspirations.” Kallner said, “We’ve taken the best of Discovery - our data,…

Discovery Bank launches
AI-driven security features to disrupt South Africa’s banking sector

PPC share price surges 9.5% after board green lights R3bn cement plant in Western Cape

Board greenlits PPC’s entry into engineer, and construct contract with Sinoma Overseas Development Company PPC, which this week announced a massive solar power project, saw its share price surge by 9.5% on Thursday morning after its board approved plans to build a R3 billion cement plant in the Western Cape. The board also greenlit PPC's entry into an engineer, procure, and construct (EPC) contract with Sinoma Overseas Development Company, a leading global cement equipment and engineering firm, for the construction of the plant. PPC had announced in January that it was conducting feasibility studies on a new state-of-the-art integrated cement plant, with construction expected to start in the second quarter of 2025 and commissioning anticipated by the end of 2026. The share price traded at R4.61 on Thursday afternoon, representing…

PPC share price surges 9.5% after board green lights R3bn cement plant in Western Cape

US banking rules may affect South African banks over reputational risk closures

A legal expert with deep knowledge of regulation of financial institutions has warned that the United States’ legislation against the closure of bank accounts due to reputational risk could see SA banks sanctioned if they close accounts of businesses in which US companies or individuals are invested. This comes as the US Banking Committee announced this week that the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) will eliminate reputational risk as a factor in bank supervision, following the passage of Senator Tim Scott’s Financial Integrity and Regulation Management (FIRM) Act. The FIRM Act aims to remove reputational risk as a component of federal financial regulation, potentially addressing issues like “debanking”, which refers to financial institutions terminating relationships with businesses or individuals due to concerns about reputational risk. The legislation aims to scrap…

US banking rules may affect South African banks over reputational risk closures

Producer price inflation expected in 2025 to rise despite dipping in February

Prices for finalised manufactured goods in South Africa are expected to tick up during the course of the year in spite of the Producer Price Inflation (PPI) moderating in February. According to data from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) on Thursday, the PPI slowed to 1% in February, down from 1.1% in January, and below market forecasts of 1.3% increase. This comes on the back of cthe headline consumer price inflation remaining stubborn and unchanged at 3.2% in February as it is gradually rising. Stats SA said prices slowed down a bit from 4.4% to 4.2% for food products, beverages and tobacco products while metals, machinery, equipment and computing equipment also eased from 1.4% to 1.2% during the month. A breakdown of the food basket reveals that fruit and vegetable…

Producer price inflation expected in 2025 to rise despite dipping in February

South African lemons make a grand debut in India for the 2025 citrus season

Indian consumers can anticipate a zesty season ahead as the inaugural shipment of South African lemons for 2025 has successfully arrived in Mumbai. This significant shipment marks the first export of lemons to India by FruitOne, a local citrus cultivation and export company eager to expand its offerings in the promising market. Boitshoko Ntshabele, CEO of the Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern Africa (CGA), on Thursday said they were delighted to announce the arrival of the first shipment of South African lemons in India for the season. “This shipment signifies the strong trade relationship between South Africa and India. It starts the season, and hopefully also starts an era of increased exports and opportunities for our two countries,” Ntshabele said. Ntshabele also pointed out that citrus exports to India have…

South African lemons make a grand debut in India for the 2025 citrus season

Food prices likely to spike despite improving power supply, fuel costs

The Competition Commission has offered a glimmer of hope with its latest Essential Food Price Monitoring (EFPM) report, saying that although lower food inflation indicated some respite in consumer costs, the relentless rise in food prices posed a significant threat to food security. This has raised questions about the economic stability of many South Africans. The commission’s report released on Thursday highlighted various cost pressures that are still plaguing producers and consumers alike. Ongoing loadshedding, persistently high transportation costs, and the lingering effects of drought conditions are all poised to compound the challenges facing South Africa’s food chain. As producers attempt to cushion consumers against these harsh realities, the fluid grocery market remains marked by significant consumer behaviour shifts. The EFPM report noted that many shoppers were swapping out costly…

Food prices likely to spike despite improving power supply, fuel costs

imf says us economy slowing but doesn’t forecast recession

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) sees the US economy shifting into a lower gear this year as President Donald Trump pushes forward with aggressive tariffs but doesn’t see a recession on the horizon. “Large policy shifts have been announced and the incoming data is signaling a slowdown in economic activity from the very strong pace in 2024,” IMF spokesperson Julie Kozack said on Thursday. “All of this said, recession is not part of our baseline.” Trump has unleashed an array of tariff threats, with some already in place for top trading partners Canada, Mexico and China, and more expected April 2. His administration has also targeted sectors like automobiles and industrial metals, aimed at boosting American manufacturing and employment. Revised data released Thursday showed the economy expanded in the fourth…

imf says us economy
slowing but doesn’t
forecast recession

eastern cape tea estates request R400 million government bailout

Magwa and Majola tea estates have requested a R400 million bailout from the Eastern Cape government to support the sustainability and maintenance of their operations. The two estates are wholly owned by the Eastern Cape Provincial Government and managed by the Eastern Cape Rural Development Agency (ECRDA). Historically significant contributors to the country’s economy, the estates have faced financial struggles for several years, with workers sometimes going without pay for months because of mismanagement. The estates also employ hundreds of individuals, including women in Lusikisiki and Port St. Johns. The Department of Rural Development and Agrarian Reform (DRDAR) also provided over R209 million in funding, with a further R60 million set aside in 2019 to assist in rescuing the estates. Magwa Tea once had a seasonal turnover of R65 million,…

eastern cape tea estates request R400 million
government bailout

How ‘waithood’ can help Gen Zs thrive

Research suggests that there may be long-term benefits for Gen Zs who are embracing “waithood” – staying at home for longer. Market trend analysis firm Flux Trends found that young people are delaying – or foregoing – traditional “adulthood” markers such as moving out and marriage. Instead, they are redefining independence, balancing privacy and autonomy while remaining at home. The key question is: how can they use this phase as a launchpad for long-term financial independence? Mariska Oosthuizen, chief marketing officer for Sanlam, says: “Our 2024 Sanlam Financial Confidence Index (FCI) found that Gen Z (young people aged from 18 to 26) is the most financially confident generation, with its optimism driven by financial self-determination and resilience. This suggests they’re not simply waiting – they’re making strategic choices in an…

How ‘waithood’ can help Gen Zs thrive

Tips to reduce your money stress and build wealth

Millions of South Africans are at their wits’ end. For many, it’s starting to feel like financial freedom is an unattainable dream reserved only for the wealthy. Just when we thought we were handling the cost-of-living crisis, VAT goes up. What if making small, thoughtful choices today could empower you to take charge of your finances and start living the life of your dreams? Understanding money isn’t always as simple as it seems. The latest Momentum/Unisa Household Financial Wellness Index reveals that only 15% of South African households are financially literate, even though nearly half believe they have a solid grasp on their finances. According to Esther Devar, financial adviser at Momentum Financial Planning, financial security isn’t just about having money; it’s about living debt-free, building savings, and making choices…

Tips to reduce your money stress and build wealth

Now is the time for active investing to prove its value

To start with, my cards are on the table: I run an investment business where we charge fees for the decisions we take with clients’ money. So you will not be surprised that I am a fervent believer in the value of active investment management. I also see value in “passive” or tracker investments, which can offer low-cost, broad portfolios that passively mirror the make-up of market indices such as the MSCI World or the S&P500. There is a place for these. In 2014 Warren Buffett famously advised that his wife’s money should go into a tracker fund, and I’d agree: everyone’s pension or ISA should probably contain some passive holdings as a source of cost-effective diversification. I do not agree, however, with those who claim that passive investing –…

Now is the time for active investing to prove its value

Sirius Real Estate acquires Mönchengladbach business park in Germany for R337.5 million

Sirius Real Estate, the London and JSE-listed owner of branded business and industrial parks in Germany and the UK, has acquired the Mönchengladbach business park for €17.2 million (R337.5m) and disposed of BizSpace Cardiff for £5.1m (R99.1m). The acquisition of the multi-tenanted business park in Mönchengladbach represents an 8.21% net initial yield (NIY) and follows the recent successful disposal of Sirius’s BizSpace Tyseley business park at a 20% premium to book value. "The acquisition in Mönchengladbach allows us to take ownership of an asset with enormous potential," Sirius CEO Andrew Coombs said in a JSE notice. "It will provide day-one income and a longer-term opportunity to attract occupiers to the business park through asset management, with further operational synergies from its close proximity to our portfolio in the region." Sirius…

Sirius Real Estate acquires Mönchengladbach business park in Germany for R337.5 million

Ascendis Health reports 11.7% increase in net asset value per share

Ascendis Health's tangible net asset value a share increased 11.7% following a strong performance in the medical portfollio complemented by three aqcuisitions. The investment company that distributes a range of health supplements, wellness products, and medical devices said Thursday that tangible net asset value increased to 105 cents by the end of the six months to December 31, compared with the same period a year before, which management said reflected a "resilient performance under challenging conditions." Ascendis has transitioned from a conglomerate to a decentralised investment holding company, effective from July 1, 2024. This has required it to cease consolidating its subsidiaries (other than those providing services related to Ascendis' investment activities) and to instead carry such subsidiary investments at fair value. The changes were not applied retrospectively. Ascendis' board…

Ascendis Health reports 11.7% increase in net asset value per share

CA Sales Holdings announces 25% dividend increase amid strong growth

CA Sales Holdings lifted its final dividend 24.9% to 24.44 cents a share for the year to December 31, 2024 after organic growth, acquisitions and expansion into new regions boosted revenue, it said on Thursday. The company increased its revenue by 10.6% to R12.52 billion, from R11.32bn in the prior corresponding year, providing route-to-market solutions for some of the world’s most loved fast-moving consumer goods brands in several Southern and East African countries. Operating profit increased by 4.7% to R782.57 million. Headline earnings per share (HEPS) increased by 25.3% to 122.71 cents per share. The share price eased 1.75% to R16.85, but it was 48.3% above what it traded at a year ago. Operating profit and earnings per share increased only marginally as a result of a once-off gain on…

CA Sales Holdings announces 25% dividend increase amid strong growth

datatec reports strong trading update with 6% gross profit growth expected

Shares in Datatec, the JSE-listed international information and communications technology company, rose 2.38% to close at R53.76 on Thursday after it said in a trading update for its financial year ended February 28 (FY25) that it expects its gross profit to surge 6%. Datatec provides a range of technology solutions and services through its three core divisions: Westcon International, Logicalis International, and Logicalis Latin America. It said, "The Group built on the strong operational performance reported for the first half of FY25 and continued to benefit from demand for the Group’s technology solutions and services, especially in the areas of cyber security and hybrid cloud infrastructure." The group’s gross profit is projected to reach $910 million (R16.6 billion). This follows a strong first half, as reported in the results…

datatec reports strong
trading update with 6% gross profit growth expected

US stand on ‘reputational risk’ in banking stirs debate in SA

The United States has ignited a debate that South African banking authorities have been shying away from for a while by taking a firm stance on banks having the power to arbitrarily close the accounts of cryptocurrency businesses and politically exposed individuals based on “reputational risk”. The US Banking Committee this week announced that the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) was going to eliminate the use of reputational risk as a component of bank supervision. This followed the committee’s passage of Senator Tim Scott’s Financial Integrity and Regulation Management (FIRM) Act, which would codify the elimination of reputational risk across all federal banking regulators. It also comes as two of US President Donald Trump’s family organisations have sued American banking giant, Capital One, for their decision to close their accounts…

WC allocates over R3bn to safety initiatives

Over R3 billion has been allocated to safety programs in the Western Cape’s budget covering law enforcement, crime prevention, and community-based safety initiatives. The province has been under increasing pressure over its decisions to keep pouring billions into safety plans that have been criticised as ineffective, amid persistently high crime statistics. Western Cape Finance MEC Deidré Baartman yesterday tabled a R269.524 billion budget for the 2025 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF). It included R101 billion allocated to Education, R100 billion to Health, R8.4 billion to Social Protection, and R6.4 billion to Housing and Community Amenities, among others. On safety, Baartman said: “Ensuring the safety of the people of the Western Cape and the businesses that operate in our province. It is not just a policy commitment; it is a moral imperative.…

WC allocates over R3bn to safety initiatives

More poaching expected ahead of elections as Majingo resigns from ANC, joins DA

The resignation of ANC leader in Council Banele Majingo for the DA has intensified the power struggle between the rival parties, with the 2026 local government elections now less than a year away. The move could trigger further membership poaching and potential party infiltration, deepening political instability in an already volatile landscape, political analyst Sanet Solomons warned. Majingo’s resignation came as a shock to opposition parties in the City yesterday, as he was expected to lead a motion of no confidence against DA speaker Felicity Purchase. In February, Majingo submitted the motion on behalf of the multiparty opposition. To their surprise yesterday, Majinga was a no-show and Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis announced he had joined the DA. This resulted in the motion of no confidence being dismissed from the agenda. In…

More poaching expected ahead of elections as Majingo resigns from ANC, joins DA

TRUMP’S US INTENSIFIES ATTACK ON HEALTH

The US cutting funding to Gavi, an organisation that provides vaccines to the world's poorest countries, could result in more than a million deaths and will endanger lives everywhere, the group's CEO warned. The news that Washington is planning to end funding for Gavi, first reported in the New York Times, comes as the two-month-old administration of President Donald Trump aggressively slashes foreign aid. The decision was included in a 281-page spreadsheet that the severely downsized United States Agency for International Development sent to Congress on Monday night. Gavi's chief executive Sania Nishtar told AFP the alliance had "not received a termination notice from the US government". The alliance was "engaging with the White House and Congress with a view to securing $300 million approved by Congress for our 2025…

the COVID-19 PANDEMIC HAS NOT FORGOTTEN US

My friends and kin would rather we forget the COVID-19 pandemic, but the pandemic has not forgotten us. In our lives, coronavirus is a story of individual grief and collective amnesia as we commemorate in dignified but modest ways each time we look back, even five years since its outbreak. My first of many close relatives to die of COVID-19 in quick succession early in 2020 were Pulekeng and Nobuntu Mangwana. We experienced the pain of being unable to give them the best hospital care in their short time of need. We were unable to bury and mourn them following customary rites. Butterworth Hospital had barred visits to patients in the isolation wards. Funeral undertakers had adopted more stringent rules regarding the handling of the dead, placing the corpse in…

A call to arm against despicable laws

The Lions’ Den Iris Mwanza THIS book is set in the early 1990s just towards the end of the rule of KK – Kenneth Kaunda in Zambia. Though it is of course fiction, The Lion’s Den is a call to arms against the despicable laws governing human conduct in many African countries. It is a book about homosexuality – an act criminalised in close to 33 out of 55 countries on the African continent. A trained lawyer, the author Iris Mwanza could easily have been autobiographical in this account, her debut novel. Her protagonist, Grace Zulu, is a newly graduated law student who lands a Pro Bono Case in her first work assignment. Her client, Willbess Mulenga is charged with homosexuality, cited as a crime ‘against nature’ in the…

A call to arm against despicable laws

In ‘Heartwood,’ a lost hiker fights for survival

Heartwood Amity Gaige Simon & Schuster FIVE years after the pandemic, Covid continues to influence American fiction. Classic tales of isolation, like Michael Cunningham’s Day, coexist with fresh narratives. Regina Porter’s sharp satire, The Rich People Have Gone Away, exemplifies this evolution. Amity Gaige’s fifth novel, Heartwood, follows nurse Valerie Gillis on the Appalachian Trail, a journey rooted in the pandemic’s aftermath. “No one hikes two thousand miles because they’re happy,” Valerie reflects. A dedicated caregiver, she became a nurse to help others but found herself overwhelmed in a hospital besieged by the virus. To heal from her trauma, she took a five-month leave to hike the trail alone, supported by her husband, Gregory. However, during her journey, Valerie realises she no longer loves him and candidly shares her feelings.…

In ‘Heartwood,’ a lost hiker fights for survival

From nostalgia and tactile experiences to the convenience of online resources

As technology advances at an unprecedented pace, the culinary book industry finds itself at a critical juncture. With the meteoric rise of food blogs, YouTube cooking channels, and recipe apps, it begs the question: are cookbooks still relevant? The culinary landscape has transformed dramatically over the last decade. Social media platforms, particularly Instagram and TikTok, have shifted the way home cooks seek inspiration, making food preparation more accessible than ever. Yet, amid this digital revolution, cookbooks retain their place in the hearts and kitchens of many. To explore the status of cookbooks today, chefs from the Capsicum Culinary Studio and other acclaimed culinary talents in South Africa answer the big question. Chef Charl Botha believes that cookbooks will always hold relevance, even in their digital forms. “It just makes it…

From nostalgia and tactile experiences to the convenience of online resources

Deception and survival, where escape may come at a devastating cost

THE PERFECT ILLUSION Serena Sinclair Narration by Whispersync virtual voice Independently published In The Perfect Illusion, author Serena Sinclair transforms a romantic weekend getaway into a nightmarish battle for survival as protagonist Emily discovers her charming boyfriend Jason is not who he seems to be. Emily embarked on what she believed to be a well-deserved romantic weekend getaway with her charming and attentive boyfriend, Jason. What unfolded, however, was a tale of manipulation and control, illustrating the dark undercurrents lurking beneath a seemingly perfect relationship. The location of this romantic weekend - a secluded cabin - soon transformed into a prison where Jason decided every aspect of Emily’s life. Jason’s true nature was soon revealed: a man whose affections masked a consuming obsession that threatened to obliterate her very existence.…

Deception and survival, where escape may come at a devastating cost

US's ever-higher walls dispel the ‘Free World’ narrative

Trump’s new travel ban could target 43 countries, more than half of them in Africa FOR some, it’s as routine as paying at the checkout counter. For others, it’s as nerve-wracking as a prostate exam, and as undignified as being reprimanded in front of class. Which experience you have depends largely on one thing: where you were born. We’re talking about international travel. Lately, Western travellers trying to enter the United States have been getting a taste of what it can be like to be a traveller from the Global South. Since President Donald Trump took office in January, there have been a number of widely publicised incidents of tourists as well as visa and green card holders getting a rough welcome at the United States border. Lucas Sielaff, a…

US's ever-higher walls dispel the ‘Free World’ narrative

How China plans to be the leader in AI

CHINA has emerged as a global leader in scientific and technological innovation, with significant advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and machine learning. The country’s rapid expansion in these fields is driven by extensive government investments, a thriving start-up ecosystem, and the integration of AI and automation across various industries. China’s AI market is growing rapidly, with its potential worth estimated at $600 billion (R10.9 trillion) within the next decade. China's artificial intelligence industry, valued at over $70 billion, thrives within a rapidly expanding ecosystem of more than 4 300 companies. This dynamic environment showcases how strategic alignment, technological innovation, and ecosystem development can drive AI’s transformative impact on a national scale. Chinese AI innovations span several fields, including machine learning, neural networks, and natural language processing. Leading tech giants…

Bafana Bafana's World Cup Hopes at Risk

We should all know by now that we shouldn’t get too carried away when Bafana Bafana are doing well. Just when fans started talking about booking flights to the US, Canada and Mexico for the 2026 Fifa World Cup, trouble started brewing. Bafana had just dispatched Lesotho 2-0 in Polokwane last Friday, looking every bit like a team who deserved to qualify for the showpiece event. But as Mzansi’s attention turned to the next game against Benin in the Ivory Coast on Tuesday, there were reports that South Africa could lose the three log points from the Lesotho game. Star midfielder Teboho Mokoena had received two yellow cards in previous qualifiers, so he should've been suspended for the Lesotho encounter. Instead, he still featured in Polokwane, with no-one from the…

Official call for closer Franco-Chinese ties

BEIJING: France’s foreign minister Jean-Noel Barrot called for a “powerful Franco-Chinese partnership” in the face of geopolitical crises as he met his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi yesterday. Paris expects the talks will focus on a resolution to Russia’s war in Ukraine, which Beijing has not condemned, as well as the Middle East conflict and trade tensions between China and the EU. Barrot met Wang at Beijing’s ornate Diaoyutai guesthouse, saying that “the pace of crises is accelerating and escalating everywhere”. “Our two countries must therefore work together to foster... dialogue,” he said, acknowledging “differences” between Beijing and Paris on the Korean peninsula and Ukraine. Wang, in turn, warned that “the international situation has changed again, and it will be even more chaotic”. He urged the two countries to “adhere to…

Lula warns Trump’s tariffs risk inflation

TOKYO: Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said US President Donald Trump risked damaging the US economy with additional tariffs and vowed to lodge a complaint with the World Trade Organization over a trade levy on Brazilian steel. “It will raise the prices of goods and could lead to inflation that he hasn’t yet realised. Protectionism doesn’t help any country in the world,” Lula said yesterday in Tokyo. On Wednesday, Trump unveiled a 25% tariff on imported cars and light trucks starting next week, widening the global trade war he began after becoming president in January. On March 12, his administration also imposed a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum from Brazil, the second-largest exporter to the American market after Canada. The Brazilian government has so far failed…

Wartime gold trade flows through UAE

Sudan’s gold industry has become the lifeblood of its war, with nearly all of the trade channelled through the United Arab Emirates (UAE), enriching the army and paramilitaries, according to official and NGO sources. The two-year conflict has decimated Sudan’s economy, yet last month the army-backed government announced record gold production last year. Demand for the country’s vast gold reserves was “a key factor in prolonging the war,” Sudanese economist Abdelazim al-Amawy said. “To solve the war in Sudan, we have to follow the gold, and we arrive at the UAE,” said Marc Ummel, a researcher with the development organisation Swissaid who tracks African gold smuggling to the Gulf country. In a statement to AFP, a UAE official rejected “any baseless and unfounded allegation regarding the smuggling or profiting of…

War in Sudan must end to halt humanitarian, political crisis

The civil war in Sudan, which began in April 2023, has become one of the most devastating conflicts in recent times. Despite the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) reclaiming the presidential palace in the capital Khartoum at the weekend, the conflict continues without any resolution. The recent escalation in Omdurman with Rapid Support Forces (RSF) shelling resulting in civilian casualties, emphasises this ongoing violence. The underlying causes of the conflict remain unaddressed, perpetuating a cycle of violence that neither side appears capable of definitively ending. Although the SAF’s recapture of key state institutions, such as the presidential palace, represent symbolic victories, it is unlikely to advance the cause of peace significantly. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) maintain control over substantial areas of Sudan, including parts of Khartoum and Darfur, and…

Stellenbosch FC brace themselves for tough Magesi showdown

Stellenbosch FC will make the long trip up the N1 to Polokwane to take on a Magesi FC side that has found new belief after a tough start to life in the PSL at the Seshego Stadium on Saturday (5.45pm kick-off). Quietly, the Maroons have gone about their business and shaken off their slow start to the season, and they currently hold pole position to secure back-to-back third-place finishes, which will also ensure they make a return to continental football next season. The Cape side are also still taking part in the CAF Confederation Cup after making it out of the group stages in second place, seven points behind Moroccan outfit RSB Berkane (16); and they have a date with former Champions League winners Zamalek on Wednesday. Steve Barker and…

Stellenbosch FC brace themselves for tough Magesi showdown

De Zorzi’s superb 141 sets up WP’s batting bonanza

Proteas Test opener Tony de Zorzi is warming up nicely for the ICC World Test Championship final at Lord’s later this year. Fresh off scores of 46 and 78 not out against the Titans last week, De Zorzi followed it up with a fine 141 against Boland to power Western Province to 373/3 in their Four-Day Series clash at Newlands on Thursday. It was the dreadlocked left-hander’s ninth first-class century, and third consecutive ton against neighbours Boland. De Zorzi was in fine form from the outset as he took full advantage of a wayward opening spell by the Boland new-ball bowlers after WP captain Kyle Verreynne had won the toss and elected to bat. The neighbours from up the N1 were certainly guilty of bowling both sides of the wicket,…

De Zorzi’s superb 141 sets up WP’s batting bonanza

Ulster to face Stormers’ ‘very exciting trio’

Suleiman Hartzenberg is keen to play at outside centre for the Stormers, and director of rugby John Dobson hopes that shuffling his team for Friday’s clash with Ulster brings the X-factor of the utility back to the fore. The youngster returns from a broken hand, and is one of several changes to the side for the United Rugby Championship duel at the Kingspan Stadium (9.35pm start). Fullback Warrick Gelant, captain Salmaan Moerat and Frans Malherbe are the notable players out, with only Malherbe taking a Bok-enforced breather. Gelant and Moerat, stars in the previous match against the Scarlets, sustained injuries and were unavailable for selection. Returning after the birth of his second child, tighthead prop Neethling Fouché is back in the starting line-up in the absence of Malherbe and will…

Ulster to face Stormers’ ‘very exciting trio’

The Boks: Rugby’s hottest brand on and off the field

With Lenny Kravitz playing a fictionalised version of himself, the rock star stands on stage announcing the Male Model of the Year Award. First up is Hansel McDonald, played by Owen Wilson, with a ridiculous montage describing him as edgy, a rebel, a maverick of the business. The villainous Mugatu, sitting and watching from the gathered movers and shakers in this world of Zoolander, leans towards his underling, the femme fatale Katinka, and whispers: “That Hansel is so hot right now.” Most recently, I found myself doing something similar, nudging a colleague in the ribs and proclaiming: “Them Springboks are so hot right now.” And I don’t mean that regarding their on-field prowess, which has undoubtedly been impressive since 2018, and especially in the last two years, but rather when…

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