Yasmine Jacobs

Journalist

New Covid-19 variants emerge: Should South Africans be concerned?

Yasmine Jacobs|Updated

With the emergence of new Covid-19 variants like Stratus and NB. 1. 8. 1, South Africans are left wondering: should we be concerned?

South Africa's unemployment crisis: 25 million people are without work

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

Statistics South Africa reports a rise in the unemployment rate to 33. 2% in the second quarter of 2025. We look at the implications of these figures, revealing ...

What you need to know about Israel's plan to take over Gaza City

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

Israel's security cabinet has approved a controversial plan to take control of Gaza City, escalating tensions in the region and drawing widespread condemnation from ...

Five Al Jazeera journalists killed in targeted Israeli airstrike near Al-Shifa Hospital

Yasmine Jacobs|Updated

Five Al Jazeera journalists have tragically lost their lives in a targeted Israeli airstrike, raising urgent concerns about press freedom in conflict zones. This ...

Four-year-old girl dies in hospital, father charged with murder and rape

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Police in Eldorado Park have confirmed the heartbreaking death of a four-year-old girl, allegedly beaten and sexually assaulted by her father, leading to murder ...

Gauteng cops killed while transporting suspect, manhunt launched

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An incident in Roodepoort has led to a manhunt for a suspect after two police detectives were fatally shot while transporting him.

South Africa's trade minister highlights 'impasse' in negotiations with the US over tariffs

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

South Africa reaffirms its dedication to finalising a trade deal with the United States, despite facing significant geopolitical and domestic challenges.

How new regulations will reshape what you watch and listen to

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

how South Africa's new media regulations will transform your viewing and listening experiences, ensuring fairness and safety in the digital age.

'Cosby Show' star Malcolm-Jamal Warner dies at 54 in drowning tragedy

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

Actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his iconic role as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show, has tragically passed away at 54 after drowning in Costa Rica.

Here’s what’s changing in the 2025 SARS tax filing season

Yasmine Jacobs|Updated

These are the latest updates from SARS for the 2025 tax season and learn how these changes can simplify your filing process. .

Your guide to safe blood donation: When to donate and when to wait

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

June is National Blood Donor Month in South Africa, a crucial time to highlight the urgent need for blood donations. Learn how your contribution can save lives and ...

'Massacre of civilians': 27 killed and over 160 injured in aid distribution attack as Gaza’s health system teeters on collapse ...

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

An Israeli strike on Palestinians awaiting humanitarian aid in Rafah has resulted in at least 27 deaths and over 161 injuries, raising alarms about the collapsing ...

New Covid-19 Variant NB. 1. 8. 1: Should South Africans be concerned?

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

Discover how the new Covid-19 variant NB. 1. 8. 1 is causing global concern as it spreads from China to the US, prompting urgent health warnings and vaccine updates. ...

Gaza's humanitarian crisis deepens: Israel's relentless attacks on civilians and healthcare

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

As Israel intensifies its attacks on the Gaza Strip, the humanitarian crisis deepens, with civilians caught in the crossfire and vital health services destroyed. ...

SA's chicken market remains stable amid global bird flu outbreak

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

Amid global avian influenza disruptions, the South African Poultry Association assures consumers that a chicken shortage is highly unlikely.

What is Donald Trump's net worth in 2025?

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

Following intense discussions sparked by President Cyril Ramaphosa's visit to the White House, many are left wondering: What is Donald Trump's net worth in 2025? ...

Everything you need to know about FlySafair's R11 ticket sale

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

Get ready for FlySafair's incredible R11 birthday ticket sale. This is how to navigate the online waiting rooms and booking.

Thousands sign petition to deny bail to suspects in Joshlin Smith case

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

Thousands of people are calling on the court to deny bail to the suspects in the Joshlin Smith trafficking case.

WRAP: Everything you need to know about the Joshlin Smith case so far

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

The case of missing six-year-old Joshlin Smith has gripped the nation with new developments happening each day.

Parts of SA brace for scorching heatwave

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

A heatwave advisory has been issued, warning residents of extremely hot and uncomfortable conditions expected to persist from Thursday through the weekend.

Minister Lamola leads SA’s delegation to The Hague

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The Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Ronald Lamola, is set to lead South Africa’s delegation to the Peace Palace (the International Court of Justice) ...

Is there a mushroom shortage in South Africa?

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

South Africans might have to grow their own mushrooms as the country is believed to be grappling with a shortage of fresh mushrooms.

Severe weather sweeps across SA, prompting widespread warnings

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

South Africa is currently grappling with severe weather conditions that have prompted a series of warnings, impacting various regions of the country.

Severe weather conditions wreak havoc across Cape Town, cause power outages

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

Cape Town has been hit by a series of severe weather-related incidents, affecting informal settlements and formal housing areas and caused outages in a number of ...

Weather forecast promises a mixed bag of conditions

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

South Africans continue to grin and bear through the cold weather as winds and rain batter cities and while we cannot predict the weather, we take a detailed look ...