Indholdsfortegnelse for 2025-12-01 i Daily News

In a display of skill, concentration, and creativity, players took to the field for an exhilarating glow-in-the-dark padel tournament, a unique event that not only promised fun but also tested hand-eye co-ordination and mental sharpness. With the resplendent neon colours lighting up the night, competitors found themselves challenged on a whole new level, where they were pushed to draw on all their powers of concentration. The combination of illumination and the fast pace of play created a dynamic challenge that kept everyone on their toes. As teams vied for glory, it became increasingly clear that this wasn’t just about showcasing prowess but about harnessing focus and teamwork in an entirely different environment. One participant noted, “You think you’re good, but this tournament really tests what you can do under these…

Women cannot be depicted as a benefit or prop of wealth or power, the Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) said in banning an advertisement featuring a chief executive officer (CEO) surrounded by women, stating “the CEO’s second boardroom”. This follows a complaint filed against Teazers’ billboard, which claimed the advertisement was “offensive, highly suggestive, giving the wrong message about CEOs, promoting infidelity, giving the message that this is how CEOs behave.” According to the complainant, CEOs - being leaders - have a responsibility to be role models. “In a society where fraud and corruption are rife, this is a further nail in that coffin,” the complaint read. Teazers, in defending the billboard, pointed out that its advertisement contains no nudity, partial nudity, nor explicit or exploitative imagery. It stated that the…

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport secured the gold award for the Best Implemented Project of the Year at the prestigious National Batho Pele and Innovation Awards (NBP&IA) and Public Sector Innovation Awards (PSIA) ceremony at Emperor’s Palace in Gauteng last week. The event celebrated the role of innovation in enhancing public service delivery to citizens. The MEC for Transport, Siboniso Duma, led a delegation to receive the award, which spoke of the the department’s commitment to transforming KZN into a hub of infrastructure development. Duma commended the hard work and dedication of Control Engineering Technician, Simphiwe Nene, and other committed staff members within the Transport Infrastructure and District Services (TIDS) team. He emphasised that their collective effort was instrumental in realising the vision of making KZN a flourishing land of…

Cobus Reinach is targeting the 2027 Rugby World Cup after reaching 50 caps for the Springboks with a stellar performance in the 73-0 rout of Wales on Saturday in Cardiff. The 35-year-old scrumhalf, who featured as the only backline replacement in a 7-1 Nuke Squad bench that was sent on to close out the game, says he has plenty more in the tank as he eyes the tournament in Australia and continues contributing to the world champions. However, he said reaching his 50th cap was not about racking up international matches, but rather that it was a privilege to wear the green-and-gold jersey. The Boks went unbeaten on their November tour, after victories over Japan, France, Italy, and Ireland, before defeating the Welsh at the Principality Stadium. “It’s always special…

The Sharks will be wondering if life in the United Rugby Championship (URC) can get any worse after their hugely disappointing 44-17 defeat to Connacht on Saturday night was compounded by the red card to Eben Etzebeth late in the Boks’ match against Wales. On the eve of the match in Cardiff, Bok captain Siya Kolisi spoke out about the Sharks’ awful start to the URC, saying: “It is not good enough. It is embarrassing. We Springboks need to step up for the Sharks and show the same commitment to our provincial team as we do to the Boks.” Kolisi made these comments when the Sharks were thirteenth on the URC log. They are now fourteenth, and this week travel to Toulouse for a daunting Champions Cup match. While Toulouse…

The Ray Nkonyeni Municipality (RNM), on the lower South Coast, is to launch an internal investigation following the arrest of two of its bodyguards. The pair were arrested last week, allegedly, for using blue lights without authorisation, driving recklessly, and carrying unlicensed firearms. Municipality spokesperson Simon April confirmed their intention to delve deeper into the allegations. “It is alleged that the two officers were apprehended on Tuesday on charges that include reckless driving, illegal use of blue lights, impersonating a police officer, and the possession of a firearm without a valid licence,” April stated. At the time of their arrest, the bodyguards were reportedly travelling in an official vehicle designated for the municipality’s deputy mayor. Contrary to speculation, April assured that the deputy mayor was not present in the vehicle…

Coach Ivan van Rooyen says the Lions’ 43-33 defeat of Bulls in Pretoria at the weekend was hardly by accident. After a statement win over Ulster before the November international window, the Lions had plenty time to plan their Highveld victory. “We worked hard over the last month to get to a level where we hope we can compete,” Van Rooyen said. “Our last win in Pretoria was in 2023, with a really special performance...” Van Rooyen said the key to the victory was dominating a Bulls pack that was without key Springboks Wilco Louw, Gerhard Steenekamp, Johan Grobbelaar, and Ruan Nortje. That opened the door for the Lions pack, who capitalised with authority. “If you’re not physically up against the Bulls or your set-piece is not functioning, they’ll tear…

Ruben Amorim said stealing set-piece routines played a key role in Manchester United’s fightback to win 2-1 at Crystal Palace on Sunday. Amorim has spent much of his United reign under fire, and the pressure was mounting again after a limp 1-0 home defeat against 10-man Everton on Monday. When Jean-Philippe Mateta broke the deadlock for Palace in the 36th minute with a retaken penalty, Amorim was on the rocks again. But Joshua Zirkzee levelled nine minutes into the second half after seizing on Bruno Fernandes’ free-kick. United captain Fernandes then teed up Mason Mount to drill home the winner after 63 minutes from a quickly taken free-kick. It was another away match with a set-piece goal for United, following efforts from corners at Nottingham Forest and Tottenham earlier in…

The latest crime statistics show that the province of KwaZulu-Natal remains the epicentre of violent and property crimes, which contributes significantly to South Africa’s overall crime rate. Once again, the province featured a high murder rate, with 20% of all the country’s murders happening in KZN. The worrying trends were brought to light in the recently released crime statistics by the SAPS for the second quarter of 2025, which relates to the period July to September. According to the data provided, the KZN SAPS’ stations that featured prominently for their high crime rate included Inanda, Umlazi, Plessislaer, Chatsworth, Phoenix, Pinetown, and Durban Central. Yet again, the Inanda policing precinct recorded the most contact crimes in the province in this latest term with 956 cases filed, a 2.1% increase when compared…

From the scrappy metal shacks packed tightly on the banks of the thin Jukskei River, the sparkly skyline of Johannesburg’s richest neighbourhood less than two miles away is another world. Bags of refuse for sale to recycling companies line a muddy path to a vegetable garden tended by residents of the informal settlement at the foot of the high-rises of Sandton, South Africa’s economic hub. A light powered by a makeshift electrical connection shone at the doorway of the rusted shack where Bryan lives with his wife and nine-year-old son. “Here in Sandton, there are a lot of people and companies that have money,” said the 34-year-old security guard, who would only give his first name for fear of losing his job. But, “we don’t have access”, he said with…

The ANC is navigating turbulent waters as it approaches its 5th National General Council (NGC) meeting, from December 8 to 11. In a bid to maintain organisational stability and momentum, the party has issued tightened deadlines for its regional structures to hold their elective conferences by December 3. The Johannesburg regional conference, scheduled for December 3 to 5 at Cedar Woods, has become a focal point of controversy amid allegations of bribery and confusion surrounding scheduling. The ANC regional elective conference has once again cast the spotlight on the succession battle, with lines drawn between current chairperson Dada Morero and Bandile Masuku. A source close to the situation has stated: “Well, I am being told that there are allegations of bribery coming from both the Dada Morero and the Bandile…

This World Aids Day (December 1) comes towards the end of a remarkably challenging year for addressing the HIV epidemic. Years-long momentum, built by a global community of clinicians, researchers, policymakers, advocates and activists working to end HIV/Aids, has been halted by the sobering reality of millions in funding cuts. Progress in eliminating HIV has once again become precarious and uncertain. In South Africa, adolescent girls and young women are often part of the conversation around HIV. New HIV infections are far higher among adolescents than they should be, and adolescent girls are six times likelier to acquire HIV than boys in the same age group. Years of data from South Africa and other high-burden countries show that adolescents struggle more than adults to connect to and stay engaged in…

Gavin Hunt walked off the Moses Mabhida pitch on Saturday knowing the script had become painfully familiar. Durban City had fought, created chances and pushed one of the league’s giants to the limit – yet still finished on the wrong end of the scoreline. Their 2–0 defeat to Orlando Pirates means City have now fallen to all of the traditional Big Three this season: Mamelodi Sundowns, Kaizer Chiefs and Pirates. But Hunt was adamant that the reasons were far more structural than psychological. “No,” he said, when asked whether his team’s temperament was the problem in these marquee fixtures. “It’s just the level in quality, that’s all. Their squads are strong if you compare the squads, and so the better the team you play, if you make a mistake then…

Mamelodi Sundowns’ coach Miguel Cardoso has suggested they need to take calculated risks on the continent if they are to progress from the group stage and go all the way this season. Sundowns will end the year sitting on four points in Group C, following their win over St Eloi Lupopo and their draw with MC Alger on Saturday. The Brazilians’ draw with Alger was a two-edged sword for the South Africans. Cardoso and his troops wanted to beat the Algerians, who are now coached by the club’s former mentor Rulani Mokwena. On the flip side, Cardoso believes they put on a show that was deserving of the magnitude of the game and its high expectations. The Portuguese coach’s approach to the game was highly scrutinised, as critics lamented that…