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Volkswagen must fundamentally overhaul its business as tariffs, geopolitical shocks and weak car demand batter the industry, the carmaker said on Thursday, with a sharp first-quarter profit drop underscoring the urgency.

With Moody’s Ratings South Africa bowing out, local banks have a 24-month grace period to transition their credit risk assessments.

Passengers are being advised to find alternate methods of travel to avoid the station.

South Africans are resilient people, but that resilience depends on a belief that institutions still work, and that belief is beginning to weaken.

Dr Mugwena Maluleke says his resignation from NSFAS has nothing to do with political interference

Late former president Edgar Lungu died in June last year at the age of 68.

In southern Lebanon, towns near the border with Israel have been largely destroyed by Israeli demolitions and strikes. Israel says it has been attacking Hezbollah infrastructure, but civilian infrastructure has also been significantly affected.

President Trump said he talked to Russian President Putin Wednesday about the wars in Ukraine and Iran.

Activists sailing on dozens of boats attempting to break Israel’s blockade of the Gaza Strip to deliver aid say Israeli forces intercepted them, detaining the crews while the flotilla was sailing near the Greek island of Crete.

President Trump suggested he could soon reduce the U.S. military presence in Germany as he continues to feud with Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the U.S-Israel war against Iran.

Malagasy prosecuters used a Whatsapp group as evidence for the detained individuals alleged crimes.

Botswana’s Collen Kebinatshipi urges African federations to offer better support for athletes amid concerns of a talent drain from the continent.

The 28-year-old was arrested in February after a man had been shot at his home in Johannesburg.

Last weekend’s attacks came as the Africa Corps withdrew from a key base in northern Mali.

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SARS has gazetted the first details for the 2026 tax season, including final submission dates and the taxpayers who don’t have to file a tax return.

The South African Geographical Names Council says the renaming of cities, towns and other features in the country is too slow—and new laws should accelerate the process.

Whitbread says it will also remodel its 197 hotel restaurants as part of a five-year savings plan.

Mmamoloko Kubayi announced a year-long programme to mark the 30th anniversary of the Constitution.

Commission rejects Malatji’s application for a postponement, Malatji says he’s unprepared.

President Ramaphosa meets leaders from all three govt spheres in Boksburg.

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Cases Inquiry is chaired by Justice Sisi Khampepe.

Mamelodi Sundowns stand a chance to win the most money in CAF Champions League history as they strive for their second star.

Ashley Young will end his playing career at Ipswich after saying it will be “23 years and out” at the end of this season.

Mamelodi Sundowns returned to the top of the Betway Premiership log with victory over Polokwane City, while Kaizer Chiefs suffered a defeat to Siwelele FC.

A disappointing loss has sparked tough criticism, with questions now being asked about Kaizer Chiefs’ direction.

Meta and its subcontractor disagree over why over 1000 Kenya-based workers were made redundant.

Another win: The Garden Route has made the Top 10 list of the world’s most Instagrammable road trip destinations…

Have you ever dreamed of owning a town? Look no further than Middelpos, a Karoo-cut gem located in the Northern Cape.

A young mother in the Western Cape reveals how the SRD grant falls short of covering basic needs for her household.

Police reports suggest that the Mini Cooper used to impersonate police is also suspected to be linked to cargo truck hijackings.

Coetzee’s refusal was based on his view that Israel has been conducting a campaign of genocide in Gaza.

Sphamandla Ndimande appeared in the Ezakheni Regional Court where the sentence was handed down.

Sundar Pichai’s bet on full-stack AI – chips, models, cloud – is starting to deliver real commercial returns.

South Africa’s breach record tells a consistent story – and it leads to the database layer, writes Ascent Technology MD Johan Lamberts.

Partnership to be showcased at Gamescom LATAM in Brazil as Hisense SA eyes growing local gaming market.

The Moto G Stylus doesn’t quite match its peers, but it has niche features you won’t find on most phones.

Jetour has announced that it plans to produce its T-Series SUVs at Chery’s new factory in South Africa.

Ministers say the new law in England gives power to local people who want to help others.

A new scan technique could spot areas of endometriosis missed by conventional scans, scientists say.

The case, which opened in the High Court on Wednesday, originally involved 3,000 claimants and is set to become the largest product liability case in UK history.

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