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• President Cyril Ramaphosa expected to declare state of emergency amid power crisis. 
• Makhaula joins Orlando Pirates. 
• JR and Tshepi are not legally married yet. 

State of disaster on power crisis likely to top agenda at cabinet lekgotla – EWN

President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to declare a national state of emergency to address the country’s worsening power crisis during Wednesday’s lekgotal. The meeting was anticipated to determine the government’s annual priorities. The gathering of government leaders follows the ANC lekgotla, at which party leaders endorsed a state of emergency to expedite government actions to end load shedding, EWN reports. Read more here

Orlando Pirates sign Makhaula, Lepasa joins SuperSport United – TimesLIVE 

Orlando Pirates have signed tenacious midfielder Makhehlene Makhaula from AmaZulu, confirming recent rumours. On the final day of the transfer window, Pirates were at the centre of the action. Earlier on Tuesday, Bucs loaned forward Zakhele Lepasa to Premiership rivals SuperSport United, TimesLIVE reports. “AmaZulu FC have reached an agreement with Orlando Pirates for the release of club captain and midfielder, Makhehlene Makhaula, which takes effect in the current transfer window,” said AmaZulu. Read more here

Done deal … Makhehlene Makhaula from @AmaZuluFootball to @orlandopirates pic.twitter.com/BaMBTLY347

— Marc Strydom (@marc_strydom) January 31, 2023

‘We didn’t have a wedding’ — JR sets record straight on weekend ceremony – TimesLIVE

This past weekend, Tshepi Vundla and JR Bogopa completed another step in the traditional marriage process en route to their upcoming nuptials. Reports surfaced over the weekend that the couple had tied the knot in an intimate ceremony, but JR clarified through his media room that they had not yet wed and that the weekend ceremony was part of the process leading up to the wedding, TimesLIVE reports. Read more here

Here are the top trending stories of the day.

Headline: Load shedding: ‘We’ll give Eskom all the help it needs,’ says Ramaphosa’s delivery czar – News24

Headline: Inquiry into whether child rape accused violated his bail conditions continues – EWN

Headline: Divorce reportedly on the cards for Duduzane Zuma and his wife due to ‘political ambitions’ – Afrian Insider

Headline: Two Springboks, two weddings, one day! – Sportnow

Headline: Saving Gallants ‘like going into lion’s den covered in wors or biltong’: Kerr – TimesLIVE

Weather: Wednesday’s weather: Warm day across SA with severe thunderstorms in parts of KZN – News24

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• Ramaphosa addresses energy, economic concerns.
• Connie Ferguson on casting of ex-husband Neo Matsunyane.
• Kaizer Chiefs relish victory over highflying Royal AM. 

Ramaphosa: fixing SA an ‘enormous’ task, set back by shortage of govt resources – EWN 

EWN reported that when addressing the ANC delegates at a two-day conference on Sunday, President Ramaphosa expressed concern over the lack of government resources to address the numerous socio-economic concerns facing the country. Ramaphosa stated that fixing the nation’s escalating energy issue remained a top concern, as load shedding continued to impede economic growth. He stated that there were no intentions to shut down all coal-fired power plants. Read more here

‘Neo is a brilliant actor’ – Connie Ferguson dismisses concerns about casting her ex-hubby in ‘Kings of Jo’Burg’ – African Insider 

Connie Ferguson, a South African actress, rejected concerns regarding the casting of her ex-husband, actor and director Neo Matsunyane, in the newly-released second season of Kings of Jo’burg. Ferguson was interviewed on the Bongani Bingwa radio programme on 702. “First of all, I’m not the casting director. Some decisions are made independently. With that said, Neo is a brilliant actor, he’s a brilliant performer and he suited the role perfectly, so why not cast Neo and why is there a point of controversy?” said Ferguson. Read more here

Saile looks the real deal, sets up goal as Kaizer Chiefs dethrone Royal – TimesLIVE

The margin of Kaizer Chiefs’ first victory over Royal AM should have been considerably larger; they should have exacted payback for last season’s devastating 4-1 loss. Sifiso Hlanti’s header (60th minute) from a Keagan Dolly free-kick and a tap-in by Ashley Du Preez (85th) following a lovely low cross from the right by debutant Christian Saile led them to a 2-0 victory in Sunday’s DStv Premiership encounter at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane. Read more here

DStv Man Of The Match: S’fiso Hlanti#Amakhosi4Life #DStvPrem #UnitedInAction pic.twitter.com/rmVnB4x2tv

— Kaizer Chiefs (@KaizerChiefs) January 29, 2023

Here are the top trending stories of the day.

Headline: EFF plans national shutdown to protest load shedding, call for Ramaphosa to resign – News24

Headline: Zuma Corruption Trial | Judge Koen to decide on recusal – eNCA

Headline: Djokovic wins Australian open to equal Nadal’s 22 slam titles – EWN

Headline: WATCH | Siya Kolisi’s epic journey celebrated where it all began – Herald Live

Headline: Back to the drawing board, Babes – Scrolla

Weather: Monday’s weather: Warnings for heavy rain, flooding in several provinces – News24

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• Weekend schedule: Load shedding to remain at Stage 4 indefinitely.
• Lyle Foster signs with Burnley.
• DJ Khaled says he’s got a modeling career ahead of him.

Load shedding eases slightly for the weekend – here’s the latest schedule – Business Tech

Eskom reports that load shedding will be slightly reduced on Friday, remaining at stage 4 until further notice. Friday at 05:00, stage 4 load shedding will begin and continue indefinitely. This week’s load-shedding schedule has undergone several changes and intensifications as a result of Eskom’s struggle with a highly volatile and unpredictable grid, Business Tech reports. The article further states that group chair Mpho Makwana recommended that the power utility might undertake a permanent state of load shedding for the next two years to stabilise the electricity situation, but the group rejected this since it would not guarantee that higher stages of load shedding would not arise. Read more here

In good Kompany: How SA football’s brightest star Lyle Foster landed dream English transfer – News24 (for subscribers)

Lyle Foster, a forward for Bafana Bafana, has signed a four-and-a-half-year contract with English club Burnley after leaving K.V.C Westerlo, News24 reports.  According to his father, Lance Foster, the correct kind of balance helped serve his son’s long-term goals. Augusto Palacios, Lyle’s old junior-level coach, is still under contract with the player and provides him with excellent career and life guidance. Read more here

Our new man is ready to get to work 💪 pic.twitter.com/Ne4XJaL9j8

— Burnley FC (@BurnleyOfficial) January 26, 2023

DJ Khaled Thanks Rihanna for Casting Him in Savage X Fenty Valentine’s Campaign – Billboard

DJ Khaled is prepared to become the next top model in America. In a new interview published on Thursday, the producer discussed his position as a Savage X Fenty brand ambassador and model, Billboard reports. Rihanna’s recent collections include the Savage X Fenty Valentine’s Day drop, which she modelled in a series of sexy social media posts earlier this month. “I’ve been trying to tell the world I wear a lot of hats. You see me in that robe,” he told BET of modeling for the brand’s Valentine’s Day campaign. “I’ve got a modeling career ahead of me, you know.” Read more here

Here are the top trending stories of the day.

Headline: DA responsible for Phatatse’s removal as Joburg mayor, says ActionSA – EWN

Headline: Scam alert: City of Cape Town warns about discounted electricity units sold online – TimesLIVE

Headline: Bavuma on SA20 snub: I’m a person who moves on with things – News24

Headline: John Legend Shares First Pic With Baby Girl Esti: ‘Our New Love‘ – Huffington Post

Headline: ‘My speech healing is very slow,’ says Lira as she recovers from her stroke – African Insider

Weather: Friday’s weather: Warm day with fire warnings for some parts of SA – News24

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• Ramaphosa urged to join DA’s Eskom legal bid.
• Gerard Piqué confirms his relationship with Clara Martí.
• Rashford scores brilliant solo goal for Manchester United.

DA challenges Ramaphosa to support its court bid against electricity tariff hike – EWN

John Steenhuisen, head of the Democratic Alliance (DA), termed President Cyril Ramaphosa’s plea that Eskom not impose the 18.65% pricing rise as a publicity stunt, EWN reports. Steenhuisen conducted an interview to Eyewitness News on the grounds of the Democratic Alliance’s (DA) march against the African National Congress (ANC) over the power issue. The article further states that Steenhuisen asked Ramaphosa to join them in their court effort to prevent Eskom from implementing the latest tariff hike authorised by the South African National Energy Regulator. Read more here

Shakira’s Ex Gerard Piqué Makes It Instagram Official With New Girlfriend – Complex

The breakup of Gerard Piqué and Shakira’s engagement has left the soccer star ready to move on. Piqué shared an intimate snapshot of himself and his girlfriend, Clara Chia Marti, on Instagram. This is the first time Marti has been mentioned on his page. Read more here

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Rashford stars as Man United crush Forest to close in on League Cup final – News24

Manchester United beat Nottingham Forest 3-0 in the first leg of their League Cup semi-final on Wednesday to essentially secure a spot at Wembley next month. Marcus Rashford scored a stunning solo goal, News24 reports. The England player, on a hot streak after the World Cup, scored his 18th goal of the season in the sixth minute. Read more here

A sensational solo effort from @MarcusRashford 😮‍💨#MUFC || #CarabaoCup

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) January 26, 2023

Here are the top trending stories of the day.

Headline: Big rush for inverters, generators and gas stoves, as retailers warn of erratic supplies – News24

Headline: Parly committees to visit Eskom HQ to assess its efforts to end power cuts – EWN

Headline: WATCH | Lyle Foster’s Burnley transfer announcement draws praise, as SA fans ‘take over’ the club – TimesLIVE

Headline: Bafana Bafana striker Foster lands major deal with English club – News24

Headline: ‘Who are we to decide Jesus was a man?’ — non-binary actor to play Messiah – Scrolla

Weather: Thursday’s weather: Warm day with severe thunderstorms in several provinces – News24

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• Eskom considers all possibilities to avoid the pending 18.65% tariff.
• Justin Bieber has just sold his song publishing and recording catalogue shares to the Blackstone-backed Hipgnosis.
• Sundowns extends Premiership win streak to 13 games.

It’s not up to Eskom alone to add generation capacity to grid – Makwana – EWN

Mpho Makwana, the chairman of Eskom’s board of directors, stated that Eskom alone could not add new generation capacity to the grid to assist stop power outages, EWN reports. Those who wished to create power and contribute to the restricted grid are no longer subject to regulatory restrictions and are encouraged to participate. Makwana also informed the Standing Committee on Public Accounts (Scopa) of Parliament that Eskom will investigate all options regarding the request to suspend the 18.65% rate rise. Read more here

Justin Bieber sells music rights for $200 million – News24

Justin Bieber has sold his song publishing and recording catalogue shares to the Blackstone-backed Hipgnosis Songs Capital for $200 million, the business announced on Tuesday, marking the latest blockbuster rights sale in the music industry, News24 reports. The sale has been rumoured for weeks, and the 28-year-old joins a veritable who’s who of musicians who have recently cashed in on their libraries. Hipgnosis did not disclose the terms of the transaction publicly, but a source close to the case told AFP that it was worth approximately $200 million. Read more here

Runaway leaders Mamelodi Sundowns chalk up 13th straight win – EWN

Mamelodi Sundowns extended its South African Premiership win streak to a record-setting 13 games on Tuesday with a 2-1 triumph against TS Galaxy. According to EWN, Sundowns, lead the wealthiest league in Africa by 19 points over Richards Bay and appear poised to win a sixth consecutive championship. De Reuck scored his first goal of the season in the 11th minute with a powerful header off a corner kick. Read more here

Job Done in Mbombela ✅ On to the next one! 🔜

TS Galaxy (90+6' Traore) 1️⃣➖2️⃣ Mamelodi Sundowns (11' De Reuck, 65' Shalulile)#Sundowns #DownsLive #DStvPrem pic.twitter.com/UCJdWBIqSQ

— Mamelodi Sundowns FC (@Masandawana) January 24, 2023

Here are the top trending stories of the day.

Headline: Eskom CEO André de Ruyter hints at load shedding relief by end of March – News24 (for subscribers)

Headline: Blitzboks focus on breakdown for Sydney showdown – News24

Headline: Erik ten Hag urges Rashford to help Manchester United be best in the world – The Guardian

Headline: Chrissy Teigen & John Legend Share First Photo of Baby Esti’s Face – E! News

Headline: Paris Hilton Is Now a Mom, Welcoming Baby Boy With Husband Carter Reum – Complex

Weather: Wednesday’s weather: Warm day, but expect thunderstorms in several provinces – News24

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• Increase in fuel prices expected next week.
• N-word hurled at Lewis Hamilton as he recalls racism suffered at school.
• Amapiano sensation, Mfana Ka Gogo completes matric.

Fuel prices set to rise next week – eNCA

Next week, motorists should anticipate a fuel price increase. Data from the Central Energy Fund indicate that all fuel types, excluding diesel, will increase in price, eNCA reports. The analysis indicates that the price of 93 unleaded will increase by 32 cents per litre, while 95 unleaded will climb by 25 cents per litre. Diesel will be six cents cheaper per litre but paraffin will cost eight cents more. The biggest reason pushing up costs is the cost of Brent crude oil. Read more here

Lewis Hamilton opens up about pain of racial abuse at school – News24

Lewis Hamilton has described his traumatising school history, during which he was pelted with bananas and regularly called the N-word, News24 reports. The seven-time Formula One world champion, who grew up in London, described the racial abuse in the Monday-released On Purpose podcast. Hamilton is the only black driver in F1. He founded Mission 44, which tries to improve the lives of individuals from underrepresented groups, and Ignite, a collaborative venture with his Mercedes team that aims to increase diversity in motor racing. Read more here

Amapiano star Mfana Ka Gogo chats about his plans for life after high school – TimesLIVE

Now that Mfana Ka Gogo has completed matric, he want to focus on his music. TimesLIVE says that the amapiano sensation took to social media to inform his fans of his passing and thank his team for their support while he was making songs and attending school. “What motivated me to finish school was that I had made a decision and committed to finishing school, even if I’m successful in the music industry, so that I have something to fall back on. Most of the time I see a lot of artists depend a lot on music and then things don’t go well. You need to have another option on the side to strike a balance,” he said. Read more here

Here are the top trending stories of the day.

Headline: Kusile crisis: Eskom in urgent bid to prevent 220m-tall chimney collapse, restore much-needed megawatts – News24 (for subscribers)

Headline: Social grant beneficiaries achieve 8.7% matric pass rate increase – TimesLIVE

Headline: Kaizer Chiefs deny wrongdoing in Hadebe transfer after report of Fifa ruling – TimesLIVE

Headline: James Murphy cuts short Kruger safari to answer Blitzboks SOS in Sydney – News24

Headline: Doja Cat Makes Waves With Mind-Bending Paris Fashion Week Look – Huffington Post

Weather: Tuesday’s weather: Warm day as heatwave continues in Gauteng, KZN – News24

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• Eskom load-shedding schedule update.
• Beyoncé has returned to the stage for her first headline show in almost 5 years. 
• Arsenal on top of the Premier League after a dramatic 3-2 win. 

Load-shedding levels worsen overnight – TimesLIVE

Monday, load-shedding will be implemented at stage 3 until 4 p.m., then at stage 4 until 5 a.m., according to Eskom. This is owing to the overnight shutdown of two generating units at the Tutuka power station, as well as the delayed return to operation of a unit at the Arnot power station, which further reduces available capacity, TimesLIVE reports. Eskom has warned South Africans to expect permanent load-shedding between stages 2 and 3 for the next two years so that it can fix maintenance issues. Read more here

Beyoncé Performs With Daughter Blue Ivy In Dazzling Dubai Comeback Gig – Huffington Post

Beyoncé returned to the stage Saturday night for her first headlining performance in nearly four years, appearing at a private hotel launch event in Dubai. The music icon was rumoured to have been paid $24 million for the exclusive concert at the unveiling of Atlantis The Royal, the world’s most luxurious resort. At one point, the singer was joined on stage by her 11-year-old daughter Blue Ivy for a duet of Brown Skin Girl from the 2019 album The Lion King: The Gift. Read more here

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Arsenal beat Man United to open 5-point lead and make huge title statement – News24

On Sunday, Arsenal made a resounding statement about their Premier League title aspirations by coming from behind to defeat Manchester United 3-2, News24 reports. Eddie Nketiah scored the game-winning goal in the 90th minute of a thrilling match, sparking wild celebrations as Mikel Arteta’s team regained a five-point advantage at the top of the league. “It doesn’t get much better than that,” Arteta told Sky Sports. “The second half especially, the performance was incredible.” Read more here

Time to relive it all again, Gooners 🤩 pic.twitter.com/xzVHCJJMz1

— Arsenal (@Arsenal) January 22, 2023

Here are the top trending stories of the day.

Headline: Ramaphosa asks Eskom to halt 18.65% power tariff hike – News24

Headline: Joburg residents urged to use water sparingly – eNCA

Headline: Chiefs could easily have won 4-1, says Zwane after Sundowns loss – TimesLIVE

Headline: 5 out of 5 qualifiers: Who the SA franchises will play in the European knockouts – News24

Headline: Risk of Stage 8 load shedding receding Eskom CEO de Ruyter – EWN

Weather: South Africa Weather Service

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• Matric pass rate increases, but dropout and failure remain a concern.
• Kaizer Chiefs sign two foreign players to boost squad.
• Ntsiki Mazwai apologises for controversial tweet.

Matric pass rate of 80.1% – but 400 000 pupils lost in school system – News24 (for subscribers)

According to data presented by the director-general of the Department of Basic Education, Hubert Mathanzima Mweli, approximately 420 000 children who began Grade 1 in 2011 did not take the Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams in 2022.

According to News24, Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga announced that the matric class of 2022 achieved an overall pass rate of 80.1%, an increase of 3.7 percentage points over the previous year.

Professor Nuraan Davids, head of the department of education policy studies at Stellenbosch University, expressed concern regarding the lack of focus on the number of students who drop out of school.

“We have to ask how many pupils get lost along the way. It can be as much as 50% at some schools. This is often under-reported and there’s no net to catch those learners,” said Davids. Read more here

Kaizer Chiefs complete signing of two new players – TimesLIVE

Kaizer Chiefs have signed two new foreign players in an effort to bolster their struggling squad, TimesLIVE reports. Premier Soccer League (PSL) giants have acquired the services of Christian Saile Basomboli, a 22-year-old left-footed striker from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Thatayaone Ditlhokwe from Botswana. Read more here

Kaizer Chiefs are pleased to announce the signing of Congolese 22-year-old left-footed striker Christian Saile Basomboli.

Basomboli arrives in Naturena after penning a three and half deal with the Glamour Boys.

Welcome to Amakhosi!#Amakhosi4Life pic.twitter.com/ZGP3vb7uEX

— Kaizer Chiefs (@KaizerChiefs) January 19, 2023

Ntsiki Mazwai at war with trans community over her unpopular views – TimesLIVE

Ntsiki Mazwai has recanted her statement that trans rights pose a threat to women’s rights, TimesLIVE reports. The poet and activist recently deleted and apologised for her tweet after trans and gender-diverse organisations criticised and demanded that she remove it.

@ntsikimazwai @thando_jerome @GenderDynamix @irantiorg pic.twitter.com/umXShAsakd

— Gender is a weird concept (@BlackRebel101) January 18, 2023

Despite offering an apology, Mazwai stated that she viewed trans women as “men who have transitioned”. She stated that trans women were “erasing women” in reference to the transition of Caitlyn Jenner. Read more here

Here are the top trending stories of the day.

Headline: FRIDAY BRIEFING | Eskom’s death spiral: Can the grid survive? – News24

Headline: Desperate parents pay bribes to get children into school – Scrolla

Headline: Guardiola blasts ‘happy flowers’ Man City despite Spurs fightback – EWN

Headline: Chrissy Teigen and John Legend Share Their New Baby Girl’s Name and First Photo – Elle Magazine

Headline: West Indies may ‘cease to exist’ warns T20 inquest report – EWN

Weather: Friday’s weather: Severe thunderstorms expected in parts of Eastern Cape, KZN – News24

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• Thousands of 12th graders eagerly anticipate the results of the 2022 National Senior Certificate. 
• Sbu Nkosi has provided an update on his health journey. 
• Kelly Khumalo slams rumours of a R22m Netflix deal.

Matric class of 2022 awaits release of final exam results – EWN

Thousands of 12th graders eagerly anticipate the results of the 2022 National Senior Certificate tests, EWN reports. Umalusi, the department’s quality assurance officer, has given the Department of Basic Education permission to disclose the results on Thursday after determining the exam process to be genuine. The results will be made available to pupils on Friday. 

The class of 2022 is the largest candidate pool, with over 900,000 students across the nation impatiently awaiting their results. On Wednesday, the Independent Examinations Board issued matriculation results with a 98.4% pass percentage, EWN reports. Read more here

‘I’ll be back soon to make up for lost time’: Bulls star Sbu Nkosi on his road to recovery – TimesLIVE

Sbu Nkosi has provided an update on his recuperation following a struggle with mental health precipitated by the stress of playing professional rugby. Nkosi was reported missing by his team, the Bulls, after he went Awol for three weeks. He was later discovered safe and sound in his father’s house in Emalahleni, Mpumalanga, in early December. The 26-year-old 2019 Rugby World Cup champion disclosed his difficulties to Bulls CEO Edgar Rathbone, who offered him assistance, including time off from rugby, TimesLIVE reports. The former Sharks player used Instagram to update his followers on his road to recovery and return to the rugby pitch. Read more here

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Kelly Khumalo throws fuel on flames of Netflix rumour – Scrolla

Kelly Khumal has neither confirmed nor denied the rumour that she and her sister have landed an R22 million contract with Netflix. Kelly told Scrolla.Africa, “I have signed a business contract with a major streaming platform, and it’s none of anyone’s business what the deal is about.” Throughout the week, rumours circulated that the Khumalo sisters had struck a large contract with Netflix to produce a tell-all documentary series about the night Kelly’s boyfriend Senzo Meyiwa was murdered. Read more here

Here are the top trending stories of the day.

Headline: WATCH | ‘I don’t build power stations’: Mantashe doubles down on claim he’s not to blame for load shedding – News24 (for subscribers)

Headline: Back to school | Tough start to year for some EC pupils – eNCA

Headline: SA’s electricity crisis | Millions of chickens culled – eNCA

Headline: SuperKings masters of their own demise against Capitals – TimesLIVE

Headline: ‘Generations: The Legacy’ introduces new faces – TimesLIVE

Weather: Thursday’s weather: Heatwave persists in KZN, fire warnings for Northern Cape – News24

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• Sheba, the Walkerville tiger, euthanized after killing another animal.
• IEB matric pass rate: 98.42%.
• Super Kings hold onto the first podium finish.

Sheba the tiger found and euthanised after killing another animal – News24

An 8-year-old female tiger that escaped her enclosure on a smallholding in Johannesburg over the weekend was located and euthanized, bringing an end to the search for her, News24 reports. Representative of the community policing forum Gresham Mandy stated that reports of activity on the Arboretum Farm at Walkers Fruit Farms were received around 1:55 a.m. on Wednesday.

“She had entered a farm area with six dwellings and with families living there. Sheba attacked and killed one of the domestic animals, and a call was made for urgent assistance. Members responded to the scene, and began to track the tiger,” said Mandy. Read more here

Matric results: ‘Outstanding’ performance as IEB matrics clinch 98.42% pass rate – News24 

Despite having missed out during their Grade 10 and Grade 11 years as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) matric class of 2022 achieved an amazing 98.42% pass rate, News24 reports. “According to IEB CEO Anne Oberholzer, the pass rate is slightly higher than last year’s 98.39%.”

Oberholzer stated that 89.32% of the class of 2022 earned a bachelor’s degree, compared to 89.2% in 2021; 7.52 % qualified to study towards a diploma, compared to 7.82% in 2021; and 1.57% earned a pass allowing them to study towards a higher certificate qualification, compared to 1.37% in 2021. Read more here

Super Kings claim thrilling last-ball win against Capitals in SA20 – TimesLIVE

The Joburg Super Kings and Pretoria Capitals produced the first last-ball thriller of the Betway SA20 on Tuesday at the Wanderers, amidst the shrill din created by thousands of whistles in between various fireworks for wickets or boundaries and sets of thumping hard music, TimesLIVE reports. The article further states that Alzarri Joseph and Romario Shepherd of the West Indies gave the Super Kings a much-needed eight-run victory in the midst of an overly enthusiastic stadium announcer’s cries. Read more here

Here are the top trending stories of the day.

Headline: Cyril Ramaphosa’s 7-point emergency plan to end load shedding – The South African

Headline: Elliotts rocket sends troubled Liverpool into FA Cup fourth round – EWN

Headline: WC teachers ready to get 2023 academic year under way, says dept – EWN

Headline: I might not be the best PSL coach but I am the hardest working: Sundowns’ Mokwena hits back – TimesLIVE

Headline: ‘If you want everything to be spoken of, let’s do it’: Enhle Mbali wants tell-all interview on CNN – TimesLIVE

Weather: Wednesday’s weather: Heatwave expected in parts of Eastern Cape, Western Cape, KZN – News24

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