Verna van Diemen

Content Manager, Saturday Star

Sweet sounds of life: celebrating World Hearing Day

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On World Hearing Day, audiologist Yolandi Marais du Plessis shares her 30-year journey of transforming lives through hearing health care. With one in five South ...

South African teacher faces lifetime ban after borrowing over R800k from school and parents

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A Johannesburg-born teacher has been indefinitely banned from UK classrooms after borrowing over R800 000 from her school community and failing to repay the funds. ...

Government responds to Sassa card renewal crisis with deadline extension

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Growing frustration over gold-to-black card migration prompts delay to March 20

Three friends, one vision: building a brand with purpose

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From childhood friends to business partners, Konto Khalo’s founders are on a mission to change the way we view waste.

Minister De Lille unveils visa reforms as South Africa prepares for Meetings Africa 2025

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South Africa is making significant strides in enhancing its business tourism sector, with new visa reforms aimed at simplifying travel for international visitors, ...

Health officials warn of rising diphtheria cases in Western Cape and Gauteng

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Diphtheria cases prompt vaccination reminder as health officials urge vigilance

Long-term update: Joburg to Cape Town a cinch in our Ford Ranger XL Double Cab

Verna van Diemen|Published

Embarking on a family road trip from Johannesburg to Cape Town in the new Ford Ranger XL revealed an exceptional blend of fuel efficiency, spacious comfort, and ...

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