Top Stories
Whole of Cuba loses power as Hurricane Rafael hits
The category three storm made landfall on Wednesday and is expected to bring storm surges and floods.
Top Stories
Welsh Water dumped 56m litres of sewage in river
About 55,857,000 litres of waste – equivalent to 17 tankers a day – was going into a special conservation area.
Top Stories
New deals with Balkan states to target people smugglers
The agreements aim to increase intelligence sharing as part of efforts to tackle small boat crossings.
Top Stories
Tariffs, immigrants and fiscal policy: Trump’s second term as US president
Analysts expect Republican to act on threats of imposing tariffs and blocking immigrants soon in his second term.
South Africa
News24 | Over 100 pupils treated for suspected foodborne illness at Katlehong primary school
Over 100 pupils from Tamaho Primary School in Katlehong were hospitalised for a suspected foodborne illness on Wednesday.
South Africa
News24 | SADC to discuss Mozambique crisis in mid-November
Maputo is under lockdown, and protests over the 9 October election have disrupted trade between Mozambique and South Africa.
South Africa
News24 | Inside GPU’s plan to implement strict R3bn cost-cutting plan to end KZN’s ‘fiscal delinquency’
The government of provincial unity (GPU) has disagreed on several issues, as evidenced by all the parties’ reviews of their first 100 days in office.
South Africa
News24 | IEC slams MKP’s third election fraud case as meritless, says its ‘expert’ is unqualified and biased
In the MK Party’s third legal challenge to the general elections, the Electoral Commission of SA has again accused the party of failing to produce any evidence of election fraud – and slammed the party’s expert witness as unqualified, biased and wrong.
World
Germany, China and Russia react to Trump’s victory
The world is reacting to former President Trump’s election victory. In Russia, analysts are thinking about how it might affect U.S. military aid to Ukraine.
World
Germany’s governing coalition is headed for collapse after Scholz fires finance chief
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has fired Finance Minister Christian Lindner, paving the way for a confidence vote by parliament in January that is expected to lead to early elections next March.
World
What’s the world saying about Trump’s win? Here are the leaders who’ve commented
Leaders from around the world congratulated Donald Trump on his presidential election victory, as governments prepare for his return to the White House and the potential impact that will have.
World
Netanyahu could take steps to end wars after Trump’s win, Middle East officials say
Officials throughout the Middle East welcomed Donald Trump’s victory — amid anticipation and anxiety across the region over how he could change the course of the wars raging from Gaza to Lebanon and beyond.
Africa
Trade, aid, security: What does Trump’s win mean for Africa?
During his first stint critics accused him of dismissing Africa, so what will happen under Trump 2.0?
Africa
Miss Rwanda given suspended sentence for drink-driving
The beauty queen didn’t appear in court, and neither did the prosecution.
Africa
IOC says Khelif preparing legal action after new eligibility claims
Imane Khelif, 25, won gold in the women’s welterweight category at the Paris Games.
Africa
Nigeria’s army chief dies age 56
President Bola Tinubu says he was a key figure in the military and pivotal to security operations.
Business
News24 Business | NUM agrees to wage deal at Sibanye’s gold operations
The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) said on Wednesday it had agreed a wage deal with Sibanye Stillwater’s gold operations after months of negotiations.
Business
News24 Business | New R4bn startup fund planned for African tech firms
Tech accelerator Startupbootcamp, British-East African business tycoon Ashish Thakkar’s Mara Group and Blend Financial Services are planning a $250 million (R4.4 billion) fund to invest in new African technology companies.
Business
News24 Business | EXPLAINER | Why China’s economy is more vulnerable to Trump tariffs this time
A threat by Donald Trump, who has been elected as the next US president, to impose 60% tariffs on US imports of Chinese goods, poses major growth risks for the world’s second-largest economy.
Business
Politics
News24 | ‘Leave our children alone’: Thousands of protesters march against BELA Act in Pretoria
“Leave our children alone.” This is what thousands of civil society members told the government of national unity in a protest against the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act in Pretoria on Tuesday.
Politics
R3.2m for McKenzie’s meeting with Khoi-San leaders, department accounts for millions spent
Sport, arts and culture minister Gayton McKenzie detailed the department’s spending in a parliament question and answer session this week.
Politics
ANC and DA had secret talks on forming a coalition ahead of elections, SACP says
Solly Mapaila has accused ANC leaders of publicly lying about consulting the party’s alliance partners on the government of national unity
Politics
News24 | ‘No one is against the president,’ says John Steenhuisen at anti-Bela Act march
DA leader John Steenhuisen says protesting against the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act is not an act of defiance against President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Sport
David and Vlahovic score as Juventus and Lille draw
Jonathan David’s first-half goal is cancelled out by Dusan Vlahovic’s second-half penalty as Juventus rescue a draw away at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy in the Champions League.
Sport
Malen rescues sluggish Dortmund with late winner against Sturm Graz
Donyell Malen hits a late winner for Borussia Dortmund as they beat Sturm Graz 1-0 in the Champions League at the Signal Iduna Park.
Sport
‘It’s Sensational!’ – Watch Kuhn’s curling effort
Nicolas Kuhn scores a “sensational” curling strike from outside the box to bring Celtic level in their matchday four tie against RB Leipzig at Celtic Park.
Sport
Last-minute goal gives Atletico Madrid dramatic victory over struggling PSG
Watch highlights as a 93rd-minute goal from Angel Correa gives Atletico Madrid a dramatic 2-1 victory against a struggling Paris St-Germain who are without a win in their last three Champions League games.
Education
7 Salisbury U. Students Beat Person Because of Sexual Orientation, Police Say
The students, who face assault and hate crime charges, lured a person to an apartment where they spat on him and broke a rib, the police said.
Education
Phillipson to ask schools to end exam ‘tunnel vision’ and look to wellbeing
Exclusive: Education secretary to tell schools in England pupils need sense of belonging, as attendance declines
Top exam grades will not transform children into happy and healthy adults, the education secretary will say, calling on schools in England to replace a “tunnel vision” on academic success with wellbeing.
Speaking to school leaders in Birmingham on Thursday, Bridget Phillipson will...
Education
Uganda: Tororo Police Search for Headteacher Over Ple Registration Scam
[Nile Post] The headteacher, Jacob Orendi of St. Kizito Okwire Primary School in Nagongera Subcounty, reportedly collected the money from Michael Alenya to register his daughter, Marion Angwena, for the crucial exams.
Education
Uganda: PLE in Kagadi Disrupted By Absenteeism, Delayed Delivery of Exam Papers
[Nile Post] At Muhorro BCS Primary School, three of the 110 registered candidates were absent with one hospitalised while the others could not be located.
Lifestyle
In her corner: Meet Rachel Kolisi’s lookalike siblings, parents
Rachel Kolisi and Springbok captain, Siya are going through a public divorce. She has her parents and four lookalike siblings she can lean on.
Lifestyle
Layla Kolbe defends ‘private school mom’ joke amid backlash
Layla Kolbe – the wife of Springbok star Cheslin Kolbe – was called out over a seemingly harmless ‘mom joke’…
Lifestyle
Furry Fun Fact of the Day: Is Basset Hound the slowest dog breed?
Discover daily furry fun facts. Whether adorable or kind of gross, our pets never cease to amaze us. Join us in exploring their world!
Lifestyle
Here’s how you can prevent WhatsApp hacking
‘WhatsApp Security 101’: Simple tips to safeguard your account.
Entertainment
Maznsi Magic drops biggies Umkhokha and My Brother’s Keeper in ‘strategic evolution’
Despite high viewership, Mzansi Magic has decided to discontinue with Umkhokha: The Curse and My Brother’s Keeper
Entertainment
Entertainment
We listened to Katy Perry’s new album, but you don’t have to
What happened? Because a new drop by the I Kissed a Girl star should have been an anticipated event that delivered.
Entertainment
Science/Tech
After Trump Took the Lead, Election Deniers Went Suddenly Silent
Trump supporters spent years fomenting concern about election integrity. On Tuesday, they set it all aside.
Science/Tech
Anthropic’s Haiku 3.5 Surprises Experts With an ‘Intelligence’ Price Increase
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: On Monday, Anthropic launched the latest version of its smallest AI model, Claude 3.5 Haiku, in a way that marks a departure from typical AI model pricing trends — the new model costs four times more to run than its predecessor. The reason for the price increase is causing some pushback in the AI community: more smarts, according to...
Science/Tech
Election Denial Conspiracy Theories Are Exploding on X. This Time They’re Coming From the Left
Conspiracy theories about missing votes—which are not, in fact, missing—and something being “not right” are being spread widely on X in the wake of Donald Trump’s election victory.
Science/Tech
Trump Won. What Will Happen to Electric Vehicles?
Thanks to Elon Musk’s influence, the president-elect has waffled on the future of America’s electric transition.
Motoring
Lexus NX plug-in hybrid great ambassador for new energy vehicles
Petrol engine and electrical system combine to deliver fuel consumption of just 3.9 litres per 100km.
Motoring
Motoring
No MOU or agreement yet for SA to host F1 Grand Prix at Kyalami
Kyalami Grand Prix circuit took proactive steps to prepare a roadmap for FIA Grade 1 accreditation to host a F1 race
Motoring
Mahindra Pik Up best of the rest after Hilux, Ranger and Isuzu
Bakkie holds it own against other locally-built favourites and Chinese offerings.
Health
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Foe of Drug Makers and Regulators, Is Poised to Wield New Power
President-elect Donald Trump has encouraged him to “go wild on health” but has not made clear what role Mr. Kennedy will play.
Health
How many people still smoke in the UK?
The government wants to create a smoke-free generation and restrict the sale and marketing of vapes.
Health
NHS bosses attack ‘rip off’ doctor overtime rates
NHS England says hospitals being forced into paying premium rates of over £200 an hour.
Health
Pub garden smoking ban dropped from government plans
The Health Secretary said he didn’t want to cause further harm to the hospitality industry in England.
Nature
News24 Business | Trump’s climate change denial and green rollbacks poised to fuel warming
Donald Trump’s election victory puts a climate change denier back in the White House, poised to dismantle his predecessor’s green policies and jeopardise global efforts to curb human-caused warming.
Nature
News24 Business | SA’s November snow: Historic event and the result of seemingly increasing cut-off lows
South Africa this week had its first major snowfall in November, a time of year when summer is approaching, in 85 years, according to the national weather service.
Nature
News24 Business | Earthshot prize: African finalists talk climate innovation ahead of ceremony
News24 spoke to African finalists, d.light and the Green Africa Youth Organisation, ahead of the Earthshot Prize ceremony on Wednesday in Cape Town. The number of Africa-based nominations for the prize doubled between 2023 and 2024
Nature
News24 Business | Nations gather for crunch climate talks in shadow of US vote
World leaders kick off UN climate talks next week, days after a knife edge US election that could send shockwaves through global efforts to limit dangerous warming.