THURSDAY, 03 APRIL 2025, 12:25
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Equity markets tumbled Thursday after Donald Trump delivered a “haymaker” blow with sweeping tariffs against US partners and rivals, fanning a global trade war that many fear will spark recessions and ramp up inflation.
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The woman accused of kidnapping and human trafficking in connection with the 2024 disappearance of her then-6-year-old daughter, Joshlin, has fallen ill and has been excused from the Western Cape High Court proceedings.
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Joe Hart and Micah Richards discuss whether Sandro Tonali meant to score against Brentford or whether it was a happy accident.
Top Stories
Gold retreated on Thursday, after notching its latest record, after President Donald Trump triggered tumult on global markets with sweeping “reciprocal” tariffs.
South Africa
The community is calling for urgent intervention from the relevant authorities
South Africa
Former Vhavenda king Ramabulana is expected to testify in a court challenge brought by her niece
South Africa
Macpherson welcomes IDT board appointments
Public Works and Infrastructure Minister, Dean Macpherson has welcomed the appointment of five new trustees to the Independent Development Trust (IDT).“The Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, welcomes the Master of the High Court’s appointment of five new trustees to the Independent Development Trust. The...
South Africa
Better collaboration aids in deportation of illegal immigrants
Improved collaboration between stakeholders, among others, has led to the increased deportation of illegal immigrants in the 2024/25 financial year that ended on 31 March 2025, the Department of Home Affairs said.“The Department of Home Affairs increased the number of illegal immigrants it deported to 46 898 in the...
World
Shares tumbled in Europe and Asia and U.S. futures tumbled Thursday following U.S. President Donald Trump ‘s announcement of big increases in tariffs on imports of goods from around the world.
World
The star requested access to the sensitive documents in his defamation lawsuit over Not Like Us.
World
President Trump ordered steep new tariffs on imports from around the world. Economists say they could lead to higher prices and slower growth, as well as huge changes in the global economic order.
World
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has new details for Israel’s expanded incursion in Gaza, saying Israeli troops are seizing more land there.
Africa
Some of the highest rates will be levied on smaller African countries, with goods from Lesotho facing 50% tariffs.
Africa
Olympic 200m champion Letsile Tebogo says he could have turned to a life of crime in Botswana had it not been for sport.
Africa
Timothy Omotoso was accused of raping several of his congregants in a trial that gripped the country.
Africa
President Mohamed Bazoum has been under house arrest since the 2023 military takeover.
Business
Business
European shares open lower after falls in Asia, while the gold price hits another record high.
Business
Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs have shaken global trade, but can India turn disruption into opportunity?
Business
The prime minister told the UK’s biggest business leaders a trade war with the US is not in the UK’s national interest.
Politics
Trollip made these remarks during a media briefing in Cape Town this morning.
Politics
Political parties that have voted in favour of the report include ANC, ActionSA, IFP and GOOD Party
Politics
The party says it will challenge the budget that Members of Parliament passed yesterday.
Politics
As the ANC prepares for a pivotal provincial conference in Limpopo, tensions are rising over what some members describe as a targeted campaign by the party’s integrity commission to “purge” political rivals using corruption allegations related to the collapsed VBS Mutual Bank.Senior ANC figures in Limpopo and in the national executive committee (NEC) told the […]
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Sport
Handre Pollard is reportedly set to bank one of the highest salaries in SA Rugby history after returning to the Bulls.
Sport
The head of European rugby dismisses concerns over Saracens resting a host of England stars for their Champions Cup last-16 tie at Toulon.
Sport
Elvis Chipezeze was instrumental in Magesi FC moving away from the relegation zone during the month of March.
Sport
Fenerbahce coach Jose Mourinho grabbed the face of his opposite number at fierce local rivals Galatasaray after a 2-1 defeat on Wednesday in the Turkish Cup quarter-finals.
Education
Young researchers are choosing between staying in science or staying in the United States.
Education
Former Bracknell teacher Matthew Whale was struck off after a second referral in 2022.
Education
Headteachers in Kent say children as young as seven have access to smartphones as they back a ban.
Education
[Afrobarometer] Majority of citizens are critical of government efforts to limit disruption and provide home-learning resources.
Lifestyle
South Africa’s many landmarks represent the country’s diverse and incredible history – here’s a look at the stories behind five famous ones…
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Consumers warned that on-shelf prices can legally remain unchanged when South Africa’s controversial VAT increase in 2025 goes ahead …
Lifestyle
The Cape Town International Jazz Festival will be on from 25 – 26 April at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC).
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
Actor Zamani Mbatha will team up with his famous sister Nomzamo Mbatha as the new addition to the second season of Shaka iLembe.
Science/Tech
The European Space Agency’s short film Space Debris: Is it a Crisis? highlights the growing danger of orbital clutter, warning that “70% of the 20,000 satellites ever launched remain in space today, orbiting alongside hundreds of millions of fragments left behind by collisions, explosions and intentional destruction.” Inkl reports: The approximately eight-minute-long film “Space Debris: Is it a...
Science/Tech
South Africa’s IT agency has been identified as a major hindrance to the functioning of South African courts.
Science/Tech
Africa’s gaming industry is poised for a breakthrough. As one of the fastest-growing creative sectors on the continent, game development has the power to drive innovation, create jobs, and bring African storytelling to the global stage. But to fully unlock this potential, developers need resources, mentorship, and international connections. That’s where GamesConnect AFRICA steps in. What Is […]
Science/Tech
MTN Mobile Money reaches 13 million registered users in South Africa, as it continues to expand financial accessibility.
Motoring
Esteso upgrade transforms this Prancing Horse into a more powerful version.
Motoring
The South African Endurance Series will head for the Eastern Cape this weekend, with the Aldo Scribante Raceway in Gqeberha…
Motoring
Big alloy wheels and low-profile tyres may look sleek, but the Ford Everest’s high-profile tyres offer better comfort and durability on rough terrain.
Motoring
According to comparisons from the AA, current fuel prices are lower than during the same period last year.
Health
In addition to reductions at agency personnel, federal regulators are demanding $2.9 billion in contract cancellations, The Times has learned.
Health
The reorganization that began on Tuesday will scale back an agency that has been a public health model around the world.
Health
The agency’s injury center was among the departments that were largely gutted in Tuesday’s wave of dismissals. Read a staff member’s letter to colleagues while they awaited their fates.
Health
The court will decide whether Medicaid beneficiaries may sue to receive services under a law that lets them choose any qualified provider.
Nature
South Africa allowed eight coal-fired plants run by Eskom to breach emission rules in an attempt to help the cash-strapped utility focus resources on providing a steady supply of electricity.
Nature
Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has gazetted a decision that would allow the state to procure 1 164km of transmission infrastructure to be developed by the private sector.
Nature
Greenhouse gas emissions in France dropped by 1.8% in 2024, a monitoring group working for the government said, but pointed out that was less than for the previous year.
Nature
A severe storm that flooded northern Johannesburg on Wednesday was caused by a “highly unstable” atmosphere and excessive lightning, says a meteorologist.