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Chinese brands extend their market share in Europe
Electrified vehicles made up more than two-thirds of sales in Q1
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Electrified vehicles made up more than two-thirds of sales in Q1

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The Amarok 2.3 TSI is sold only in PanAmericana double-cab trim and costs R1,099,000.

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The accused in the murder of television personality and businessman Warrick “DJ Warras” Stock are back in the dock at the Johannesburg magistrate’s court Wednesday.

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The rash of brutal murders in SA is a chilling indictment of moral decay that continues to erode the fabric of our society.
South Africa
Government pays tribute to veteran journalist Baldwin Ndaba
The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has extended heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues in the media industry on the passing of respected journalist, Baldwin Ndaba.
“His distinguished career spanned several years across several publications, where he made an outstanding...

South Africa
Caffeine affects South Africans differently, with some people facing stronger side effects: experts.

South Africa
Shebe Maburna is facing multiple charges, including three of attempted murder.
South Africa
Government welcomes gains in service delivery
Government has welcomed the findings of the 2025 General Household Survey (GHS) released by Statistics South Africa, showing that household access to improved water, sanitation and electricity has improved significantly over the past 23 years.
The report reflects continued progress in improving the living conditions of millions of South...

World
Singh is facing industry backlash over his decision to exit from the upcoming Bollywood film Don 3.

World
President Trump will meet with his Cabinet on Wednesday at a precarious moment for talks aimed at ending the war with Iran. The emerging deal has already exposed the president to fierce criticism.

World
It follows recent protests against illegal immigration that have led to fears there could be a resurgence in xenophobic violence.

World
The YouTuber allegedly made false claims that fuelled a career-ending scandal for Kim Soo-hyun.

Africa
Eswatini has signed a $300 million agreement with Taiwan to build a massive strategic oil reserve but the project is raising difficult questions in a country battling deepening poverty, soaring unemployment and allegations of elite enrichment

Africa
Cyril Ramaphosa argues that the authors of the report “misconceived” their mandate.

Africa
The United Arab Emirates has denied any involvement in the civil war and says it investigates alleged links.

Africa
DR Congo fans hoping to watch their side’s return to the World Cup face a major hurdle as the US imposes travel restrictions following the latest Ebola outbreak.

Business
Telkom expects a large rise in headline earnings, but accounting rules complicate the picture for basic earnings.

Business
Two Springbok legends have partnered together to launch Cash-in-Transit vehicles aimed at improving security for crews transporting money across South Africa.

Business
The Supreme Court has delivered another blow to SARS, curtailing its search-and-seizure powers.
Business

Politics
President Cyril Ramaphosa has filed court papers to review the Section 89 Independent Panel Report.

Politics
Secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has warned senior ANC veterans, including Thabo Mbeki, against publicly criticising the party, while defending the ANC’s record during Jacob Zuma’s presidency and asserting his authority at Luthuli House

Politics
ANC has instructed former Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe to resign.

Politics
Tensions are rising in several parts of the country over the influx of undocumented foreigners.

Sport
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has said whether he can lead the club to CAF Champions League glory.
Sport
Kaizer Chiefs are set to travel to Europe for their pre-season in preparation for the anticipated 2026/27 season.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs’ project to reclaim glory will continue into the 2026/27 season, and attack will be a key area for success. Siwelele’s Ghampani Lungu should be on the list.

Sport
When Roly Gregoire quit football in 1980 after suffering a knee injury, he had faced so much racism that he could not bear to watch football for many years.
Education
[GroundUp] The state is using the public works programme to avoid paying them the national minimum wage
Education
[Daily Maverick] The Government of National Unity defends a R149-billion higher education budget while facing sharp criticism from opposition parties over NSFAS failures and pressing student issues.
Education
[GroundUp] Parents of learners at KwaZulu-Natal school demand more action
Education
[L’Express] We wish to bring attention to the lived reality of supply teachers in Mauritius – a group that plays a crucial role in keeping schools functioning every single day, yet continues to face serious structural inequalities. Supply teachers are expected to fully perform as classroom teachers, yet under very different conditions. This raises important questions that deserve the Ministry...
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
In less than two years, SASSA minister Sisisi Tolashe has been sent packing. Who was looking after the interests of SA’s grant beneficiaries all this time?
Lifestyle

Entertainment
‘We have the know-how, the players and the technical team have seen it all,’ said the Sundowns goalkeeper.

Entertainment
Morocco kicks off its World Cup campaign against Brazil, before taking on Scotland and Haiti in Group C.

Entertainment
PSG head to Budapest to face Premier League champions Arsenal.

Entertainment
The Junior Boks have picked up big wins over Chile and Fiji, and next face Georgia in Stellenbosch on Saturday.

Science/Tech
At ITWeb Security Summit in Cape Town, ethical hacker Glenn Wilkinson illustrated a fictional hack to show how real-world cyber breaches play out.

Science/Tech
New advisory guidelines from the department of basic education are meant to shield young children from harms.

Science/Tech
Calaminarian grassland is a rare habitat where plants thrive in soils contaminated by heavy metals. But should these toxic meadows be protected or allowed to fade away?
At first, the small purple flowers are hard to spot in the weak May sunshine. Slowly the drifts of delicate mountain pansies, along with the white rosettes of alpine pennycress, begin to jump out, scattered across an area little...

Science/Tech
First impressions carry unusual weight in a social casino. A welcome offer is often the first proof of how a platform treats newcomers: whether it explains itself clearly, invites exploration, or buries the player in fine print. When the opening package feels generous and easy to understand, it lowers the hesitation that often comes with […]
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
Although out for just over a year, the MU-X has benefitted from a number of small tweaks.

Health
The BBC’s Ellie Colton shares her experience of living with endometriosis – and meets a scientist hoping to cut the length of time it takes to be diagnosed with a simple new test.
Health
In past outbreaks, Americans exposed to the virus were sent home to be treated in state-of-the-art facilities. The Trump administration has already flown some U.S. citizens to Europe for treatment.

Health
Mental health patients say nobody listened to their concerns about a north-east England trust.
Health
The drugmaker said it would spend up to $4 billion to acquire small companies exploring vaccines for shingles, Epstein-Barr virus and other pathogens.