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Migraines and tension headaches big reason for lost work time in SA
A recent study has found that migraines and tension headaches are among the most common causes of lost work time in South Africa. Dr. Elliot Shevel, South Africa's migraine surgery pioneer and director of The Headache Clinic, says most doctors are unable to diagnose headaches. Dr. Shevel says although migraines…
UFS protest: AfriForum Youth slams rumours about planned attack on non-whites
AfriForum Youth has slammed rumours that its members planned to attack non-white protesters at the Bloemfontein campus last night. Marika van As says their actions were misinterpreted. Members of its neighbourhood watch were present at hostels on campus assisting students to evacuate. She says especially women were terrified as protesters…
Holstein twins – more milk to come
John Sieberhagen of Wait and See Holsteins explains that one of the Precious twins will be calving for the tenth time in March.
Grain Academy participant
Syngenta Grain Academy participant Ryan Mathews says he is looking forward to what lies ahead as farmers in South Africa have a lot of unique challenges to overcome.
Good breeding speaks for itself
John Sieberhagen of Wait and See Holsteins says getting so much milk from twins indicates the right genetics are in place.
Tax increases targeted at high earners expected during budget speech
A tax expert says incremental tax increases targeted at high net worth individuals can be expected when the Finance Minister presents his crucial Budget Speech today. Tough economic times and the current drought serve as the backdrop against which Pravin Gordhan will deliver his speech at Parliament today. Head of…
Budget speech expected to be underpinned by cuts, austerity and tax increases
The budget that Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan will deliver in Parliament today is expected to be underpinned by cuts, austerity and tax increases. South Africa's economy is in a desperate place and, if Gordhan fails to convince ratings agencies that government has a recovery plan, the country will be downgraded…
Special votes in Tlokwe disrupted
North West police are investigating a case of intimidation after more than 20 unidentified community members allegedly disrupted special voting procedures in Potchefstroom’s Ward 4 in Ikageng yesterday. Spokesperson, Leonard Hlathi both DA members and an independent party member were threatened while special votes were being cast. Hlathi said no…
'UV-bestuur moet dringend ingryp ná gewelddadige betogings'
AfriForum Jeug sê die universiteitsbestuur by die Universiteit van die Vrystaat (UV) moet dringend ingryp ná gewelddadige betogings op die Bloemfontein-kampus gisteraand. Klasse is vandag en môre opgeskort nadat betogers 'n Varsitybeker rugbywedstryd gisteraand ontwrig het. Van die rugbyondersteuners het toe op die veld gestorm om die betogers te verwyder…
Tlokwe-tussenverkiesing: Onafhanklike kandidate nader Kieshof
’n Dringende aansoek deur onafhanklike kandidate in die Tlokwe-tussenverkiesing in Noordwes sal 14:00 vanmiddag in die Kieshof in Bloemfontein aangehoor word. Die kandidate wil hê dat môre se tussenverkiesing uitgestel word. Hulle eis onder meer dat die hof die sertifisering van die kiesersrol hersien en ter syde stel. Hul regsverteenwoordiger…
UFS protests: Where was Prof Jansen - students
Students at the University of the Free State (UFS) have questioned why rector Jonathan Jansen failed to address the situation after violent protests erupted at the Bloemfontein campus yesterday. This comes after protestors disrupted the Varsity Cup rugby match between the UFS Shimlas and Madibaz yesterday afternoon. Supporters then ran…
Gordhan to deliver his "most important budget to date"
Tax expert Rob Cooper says Wednesday's budget speech will likely be Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan's most important one to date. He says travel allowances is one issue that needs attention. Cooper said it would be best if these allowances were phased out over time in favour of travel reimbursements.
UFS calm today after violent protests
The University of the Free State says the situation is calm at its Bloemfontein campus this morning after violent protests erupted yesterday. UFS spokesperson Lacea Loader says an urgent investigation is underway to identify those who were involved in the protests. The University has suspended academic activities today and tomorrow…
Christopher Sparks – silver lining
Livestock Registering Federation Chairperson Christopher Sparks says a positive spinoff of the drought is that farmers will be left with only the best genetic material.
Chris Botha – harvester deal
Mega Agri Co-owner Chris Botha speaks about a deal which meant they were able to secure 13 harvesters for clients at 35% less than it would have cost to purchase them now.
Gillie Scheepers – filling a gap
OVK Group Chairperson of the Board Gillie Scheepers says they decided to establish the new mechanisation complex in Bethlehem after realising there was a shortcoming in serving their client base.
Sappo’s Dr Peter Evans
Sappo veterinary liaison officer Peter Evans says the global consensus in the past was that gassing of pigs prior to slaughter is a very friendly method.
Gillie Scheepers – onward and upward
OVK Group Chairperson of the Board Gillie Scheepers says the investment is a clear indication the Group means business.
Andrew Cocks of Enterprise
Pork Packers Executive Manager Andrew Cocks says they view cruelty charges laid by the NSPCA as invalid, irrational and not in the interests of animal welfare.
Budget speech: Gordhan has his work cut out for him
An economist says Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan has his work cut out for him this week. Dawie Roodt says Gordhan will be under tremendous pressure when he delivers his Budget Speech on Wednesday. Roodt described Gordhan as a powerful minister but says he'll have to address the nation on several…