Andy Farrell has insisted his native England remain capable of scuppering Ireland’s bid for successive Grand Slams even though the visitors will be overwhelming favourites to win Saturday’s Six Nations clash at Twickenham. Ireland head coach Farrell’s men have been the outstanding team of the tournament, with bonus-point wins over France, Italy and Wales suggesting...
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Investors wary of SA’s weak fiscal outlook, logistics challenges
INVESTORS have warned of a weak fiscal outlook in South Africa (SA) due to expenditure containment pressures, the ongoing financial support for Eskom, and large transfers expected to keep Transnet afloat. This comes as finance minister Enoch Godongwana prepares to table his February 2024 budget review in parliament amid a projected deficit of around R347...
Be wary of expired food items this festive season
The bulk-buying season is upon us but when you buy those tinned beans, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages and sweet treats, consider the expiry dates. The director of consumer education, awareness and stakeholder relations at the Gauteng Office of Consumer Affairs, Milly Viljoen, says that as much as purchasing goods in bulk may provide relief to...
Customers urged to be wary of banking fraud
By Ingrid KatjiukuaFNB Namibia Forensic Manager. As the year draws to a close, FNB Namibia reminds customers to stay vigilant of banking fraud and cool down the heat on scams that are on the increase this time of the year. “Scams that target your bank account are getting increasingly sophisticated and more widespread. Whilst we...
Italy boss Kieran Crowley wary of ‘massive threat’ posed by Uruguay
Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Italy head coach Kieran Crowley believes Uruguay “pose a massive threat” ahead of their meeting at Stade de Nice. The teams meet in Pool A...
Springboks wary of Scottish ‘magician’ Russell: Vermeulen
South Africa have to do their homework on Scotland’s “kingpin” Finn Russell if the defending champions are not to have a nasty shock in their World Cup opener, the experienced Duane Vermeulen said on Tuesday. The Springboks go into Sunday’s opening match for both teams after inflicting the heaviest defeat ever on their fellow three-time...