techcentral.co.za

@techcentral Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:32:56

The sovereignty paradox: who really controls your data when the rand drops?

Tough questions emerged about cloud budgets and data control at a recent Cloud on Demand and Microsoft breakfast.

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dailydispatch.co.za

@dispatchlive Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:26:34

Selborne excel across sporting codes as water polo team claim bronze

Selborne College enjoyed a rewarding week across several sporting codes, highlighted by the first water polo teamâ s third-place finish at the Woodridge Stayers Tournament in Gqeberha and a remarkable lifesaving honour for pupil Reid de Coning. The school also hosted a successful Big Bash cricket tournament, celebrated two shooting gold medals for Owen Petersen and saw its indoor cricketers and chess players make their mark at provincial and international level.

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dailydispatch.co.za

@dispatchlive Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:27:06

Samoa's McFarland welcomes 'massive' arrival of ex-All Blacks for World Cup run-in

Samoa forward Theo McFarland hails the arrival of former All Blacks Shaun Stevenson, Akira Ioane, and Josh Ioane as a major boost ahead of the next Rugby World Cup.

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dailydispatch.co.za

@dispatchlive Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:27:51

US Open champ Zverev to become tennis world number one

Germany's Alexander Zverev has clinched the year-end ATP world number one ranking for the first time in his career, capping off a remarkable season that included Grand Slam victories in Paris and New York.

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dailydispatch.co.za

@dispatchlive Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:28:23

Man City, PSG clash at contrasting time for state-backed projects

Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain face off in the Champions League under vastly different circumstances, with City confronting a critical Premier League financial verdict while PSG ride high on European success.

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dailydispatch.co.za

@dispatchlive Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:31:05

Boast finding rhythm as Warriors build momentum

Fast bowler Matthew Boast's clinical three-wicket haul spearheaded a dominant seven-wicket, bonus-point victory for the Dafabet Warriors over the Northern Cape Heat at St George's Park.

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dailydispatch.co.za

@dispatchlive Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:34:37

Mental toughness key factor in Bulls win, says Ackermann

The Bulls ran in nine tries to claim a commanding 57-15 victory over the Lions in their Jukskei derby clash, boosted by returning Springboks as they shift focus to the Investec Champions Cup.

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dailydispatch.co.za

@dispatchlive Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:35:10

Infantino could pull off 'Houdini' act as critics struggle for candidate

Gianni Infantino is on track to secure re-election as FIFA president for a fourth term as rivals struggle to mount a credible challenge despite backlash over his commercial plans.

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dailydispatch.co.za

@dispatchlive Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:36:08

Valke points-machine Stalmeester signs for Elephants

Highly rated Valke flyhalf Sergio Stalmeester has signed with the EP Elephants, boosting their squad ahead of their Carling Currie Cup Premier Division promotion campaign.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:27:52

Hot weather: Could your pet's paws be at risk?

Hot pavements can burn cats and dogs paws during hot weather. Learn how to spot the signs and protect your pets from painful burns.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:26:56

Here's how much the GDE spent on 'work trips'

The department also recorded expenditure on meals, catering and incidental costs associated with official travel.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:30:00

Botterill and Köhne in TGRSA one-two at Vryheid 400

Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa (TGRSA) extended its perfect record in the 2026 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) to four wins from four rounds this weekend.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:34:14

Thami Ndlala denies arrest as intimidation and extortion case surfaces

Thami Ndlala says he was never arrested, while the NPA confirms a 45-year-old was held for intimidation. Here's what we know about the case.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:35:58

Pirates will bounce back after painful MTN8 loss, vows Ouaddou

"We are going to bounce back, and you can count on us," said Ouaddou.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:41:08

US actor Selma Blair charged with assault after alleged flight altercation

Blair was charged with two counts of second-degree assault on the police officer and nurse.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:44:29

Australia v South Africa first Test: Day five takeaways

Aiden Markram put up a fight at the top of the Proteas batting line-up but he eventually fell in the second session.

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techcentral.co.za

@techcentral Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:46:31

Paratus Namibia showcases connectivity solutions at ICT Summit 2026

Connectivity is an important enabler of economic participation, says Paratus Namibia MD Andrew Hall.

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techcentral.co.za

@techcentral Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:15:19

Wits researchers build a neural network that runs on light

Wits physicists have built an optical neural network that reads light's hidden topology without imaging it.

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africanews.com

@africanews Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:54:43

Sudan army chief al-Burhan orders probe into airstrike that killed 72

Sudan's army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan on Monday ordered a probe into an airstrike that killed 72 people near the Egyptian border.Â Rights group Emergency Lawyers accused Egypt of carrying out the strike.

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africanews.com

@africanews Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:30:04

African debt crisis deepens ahead of IMF economic outlook report

As the International Monetary Fund prepares to release its flagship World Economic Outlook in Bangkok on Tuesday, the headline message is one of stability. But behind the forecasts, a fierce debate is unfolding over Africaâ s debt burden, austerity measures and the rising cost for ordinary citizens.