The Citizen - December 14, 2024

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December 14, 2024

Using art to fight rare diseases

AGAINST ALL ODDS: 15 YEAR OLD ON A MISSION TO HELP CHILDREN WITH MEDICAL PROBLEMS

3 mins

19m South Africans receive social grants this year

The department of social development allocated more than 19 million South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) social grants in the 2023-24 financial year.

2 mins

Stokvel is a 'scam' - FSCA

UNREALISTIC: FUNDS SOLICITED FROM THE PUBLIC WERE NEVER INVESTED, SAYS REGULATOR

2 mins

Heatwave to end and rain likely ahead

The Vaal Dam level is presently at 26%, and water will be released from Sterkfontein Dam when the level reaches 18%, department of water and sanitation spokesperson Wisane Mavasa says.

1 min

Lesotho, SA clash over new term for water project CEO

Amid tension between South Africa and Lesotho over the reappointment of Tente Tente as CEO of the Lesotho Highlands Development Authority (LHDA), an economist yesterday warned a collapse of the water supply could have significant consequences for the Gauteng economy.

1 min

'Too few water tankers'

PREDICTION: VOLUME OF DEMAND WILL NOT BE MET BY 75 VEHICLES - DA

2 mins

Steenhuisen sees Germany as strategic partner in agriculture

DA leader John Steenhuisen and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier yesterday considered closer cooperation between the two nations.

2 mins

SACP 'hypocrisy' slammed

EXPERT: PARTY EMBRACES ZUMA ON WAY UP IN POLOKWANE, SACRIFICES VANGUARD ROLE

3 mins

Acsa will 'do the right thing'

DELAYS, DISRUPTIONS: COMPANY WILL FOLLOW THE LAW IN COMPENSATING CUSTOMERS

3 mins

Mass of mystery drones alarm US officials, residents

A rash of unexplained drone sightings in the skies above New Jersey has left locals rattled and sent US officials scrambling for answers.

3 mins

Joburg's water leaks problem

HOW BAD IS IT? NO MONEY IS RECOVERED FOR 46% OF SUPPLY IN THE CITY'S SYSTEM

5 mins

Who keeps parks usable?

WEAK LINK IN THE CHAIN? UNDERFUNDING OF JOBURG CITY PARKS A MAJ

3 mins

Maintenance cycles

Golden Harvest Park in Randburg is an example of how entities, not working together, negatively affect residents.

1 min

Kids cross into unknown

EMIGRES: HUNDREDS ARE LEAVING EXILE IN TÜRKIYE AFTER 13 YEARS OF CONFLICT

2 mins

China 'concerned' about Syria situation

China's foreign minister Wang Yi told his Egyptian counterpart yesterday that Beijing is \"deeply concerned\" about the situation in Syria, as the two top diplomats met in the Chinese capital.

1 min

Russia again targets Ukraine energy grid

Ukraine said yesterday it was fending off a new missile attack on its energy system, the latest in Russia's campaign targeting the war-torn country's power grid during the winter season.

1 min

Macron names premier

FRANCOIS BAYROU: CENTRIST HAS TO HAUL FRANCE OUT OF POLITICAL CRISIS

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There's a hole in your bucket, ANC

The classic children's folk song There's a hole in the bucket, Dear Liza - which features a drawn-out conversation between Henry and Liza about a leaky bucket - reminds of the current Gauteng water predicament.

1 min

Turbulent new year awaits

There will be sighs of relief as Old Man Time, circa 2024, shuffles into new year oblivion.

2 mins

Heading for the dustbin of history?

A similarity in the two political gatherings in Gauteng the past few days – the EFF's elective conference and the SA Communist Party's (SACP's) national congress – was that they were both about searching for political relevance.

1 min

Concerns over Gift of the Givers

As a concerned South African citizen, I find myself deeply troubled by the recent revelations against Dr Imtiaz Sooliman, the founder of Gift of the Givers.

1 min

What SA needs are leaders who really care

Education for our children will pave the way for a better life, writes N Jen Scott.

1 min

Symbol of a good idea turns sour

The EFF is having its national people's assembly elective conference this weekend, with perhaps the most pressing issue being the future of the party.

2 mins

Filipina on death row says planned transfer is 'miracle'

A Filipina inmate on death row in Indonesia said from prison yesterday that her planned transfer was a \"miracle\", in her first interview since Manila and Jakarta signed an agreement to repatriate her.

2 mins

Ex-footballer for top post

Georgian ex-footballer turned far-right politician Mikheil Kavelashvili is set to become Tbilisi's next figurehead president in an indirect election denounced as \"illegitimate\" by the current pro-EU leader.

1 min

Abuse victims' lifeline

DRUGGING: EVEN DOCTORS UNSURE ABOUT SYMPTOMS OF ATTACKS

2 mins

A weekend of serenity

MENTAL HEALTH: YOGA, NATURE AFTER CORONA SUNSETS SUMMER TOUR

2 mins

Love has no price tag

It all started in October. One day stores were trading as usual and then, as the clock turned midnight at September's end, aisles became baubled lanes of ho ho ho, Christmas trees and decorations decked out on display.

1 min

Your 72-hour pet safety guide for festive season

With the festive season just around the corner, Four Paws is raising awareness on how to keep pets safe and comfortable during potentially overwhelming holiday events.

1 min

Garden fun for kids

HANDS-ON: FUN ACTIVITIES THAT GET CHILDREN OUTDOORS AND CONNECT THEM TO NATURE

3 mins

Working hard to stay cool?

ANALYSIS: GENTLE PARENTING CAN BE DIFFICULT ON PARENTS, NEW RESEARCH SUGGESTS

3 mins

Why you need a will

BEWARE: AVOID GOING TO A BANK OR INSTITUTION TO GET IT DONE 'FREE'

4 mins

Decoding retirement terms

PLANNING: YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE LIES IN YOUR HANDS – EDUCATE YOURSELF NOW

2 mins

End the year right: festive season tips to start 2025 strong

Brenthurst Wealth's Suzean Haumann offers advice on creating a holiday budget, reviewing year-end financial tasks, and staying on track while celebrating the season.

2 mins

One Stripe sets Guineas standard

FORM: MARSHALL'S CHARGE HAS EVERYTHING IN HIS FAVOUR IN CAPE'S GRADE 1 SHOWPIECE

7 mins

Misfiring Nunez still a vital part of Liverpool machine

Arne Slot insisted Darwin Nunez (right) is still an important part of Liverpool's plans despite the struggling striker falling below the \"standard\" in the Champions League win against Girona.

2 mins

Crisis-hit rivals collide

DERBY: MANCHESTER GIANTS BOTH IN A SLUMP AS LIVERPOOL FACE FULHAM

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Hojlund brace a game changer

Second-half substitute Rasmus Hojlund (above) scored twice as Manchester United fought back to earn a 2-1 win at Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League on Thursday.

1 min

World Cup a big part of Saudi's reform agenda

Fireworks and drones depicting the iconic golden World Cup trophy lit up the sky in Saudi Arabia's capital this week after FIFA confirmed the Gulf kingdom would play host to the tournament in 2034.

1 min

Alonso's Leverkusen still a tangible threat

Toiling quietly behind leaders Bayern Munich and surprise package Eintracht Frankfurt, Bayer Leverkusen have returned to the form which took them to a league-cup double last season.

1 min

Spanish top two must not slip up

LA LIGA: BARCA AND REAL WARY OF IN-FORM ATLETICO

2 mins

Nabi must start reconciling his Chiefs building process

Kaizer Chiefs will travel to Nelspruit to take on TS Galaxy in the Betway Premiership on Monday's Day of Reconciliation.

1 min

Jordaan charges killing the Safa brand

Now that the dust has settled after Bafana Bafana and Banyana Banyana secured qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations and the Women's Africa Cup of Nations respectively, I think it's time to address the elephant in the room at Safa House.

2 mins

Downs boss calls for unified front

CARDOSO: NO PLAYER IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN TEAM

1 min

Indian whizz kid will not be a 'one-hit wonder'

Singapore - Newly crowned world chess king Gukesh Dommaraju said becoming a champion was a dream that was more than a decade in the making, as he underlined his ambition to strive for \"greatness\".

2 mins

Chess prodigy the toast of a nation

DOMMARAJU: LIVES UP TO HIS PROMISE TO BECOME THE GAME'S YOUNGEST WORLD CHAMPION

2 mins

Rising Proteas stars 'exciting'

KAPP: ALL-ROUNDERS BIG PLUS FOR THE ENGLAND TEST

1 min

Bavuma must take criticism on the chin

Nobody likes to be criticised, but high-profile professional athletes have to get used to it. It's a part of the job.

2 mins

Captains salute 'great' Southee ahead of Test

Tim Southee (below) was hailed a New Zealand cricketing \"great\" by opposing captains yesterday as the seamer prepared to take on England in the last Test of a 16-year career.

1 min

Cheetahs expecting a kicking game

The Cheetahs are gearing up to receive a kicking barrage from Cardiff when the two teams battle it out in their Challenge Cup encounter at Arms Park in Wales tonight (kick-off 10pm).

1 min

Lions aiming to get the roar back

LOUBSCHER: READY FOR BIG STATEMENT AGAINST PAU

2 mins

Injury-ravaged Stormers under immense pressure

Despite the odds being heavily stacked against them, the Stormers' back-up brigade will be hunting for a win over English Premiership side Harlequins in their Champions Cup clash at Twickenham Stoop tonight (kick-off 10m).

2 mins

Sharks go big on discipline

Sharks head coach John Plumtree says that while his team have suffered several injuries, they are still strong enough to beat Leicester Tigers in front of a sold-out Welford Road Stadium in England in the Champions Cup tonight (kick-off 7.30pm).

1 min

No feeding off revenge

WHITE: BULLS NOT THINKING BACK TO NORTHAMPTON DEFEAT LAST SEASON

2 mins

Series sealed in style

EASY: HENDRICKS AND VAN DER DUSSEN TAKE PAKISTAN TO THE CLEANERS

2 mins

Pirates aim to show 'no fear'

Orlando Pirates midfielder Miguel Timm (above) says the Buccaneers are going into their Caf Champions League group clash against Stade d'Abidjan with \"no fear\".

1 min

Fighting for the soul of a town

Restoring century-old treasures fit for a king

2 mins

The unforgettable beauty of Bath

Grand architecture, gardens draw crowds

3 mins

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