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It was a bittersweet day for the ANC during by-elections in the Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal.

The Financial Sector Conduct Authority has asked the public to help to compile a list of authorised financial services providers who advised their clients to invest in the scandal-plagued trust.

Several faith-based organizations in Limpopo took part in a road cleansing ceremony along the N1.

Fourteen people are accused of trying to undermine Venezuela in its tense border dispute with Guyana.

The four-centuries-old art mixing costume, drama and music joins other global customs and traditions.

A teenage girl is believed to have shot and killed one person before shooting herself.

The decision to release the movie profiling the American scientist follows criticism that the film largely ignored the impact of the bombings that killed more than 200,000 people in Japan.

The concert is part of a planned touring series curated by the rapper that will expand across Africa.

Philip Mpango has not been seen in public since late October, sparking rumours about his health.

Kenya follows Malawi in sending casual farm workers to fill a labour shortage on Israel’s farms.

The United States said Wednesday that Sudan’s rival forces have both committed war crimes in their brutal conflict, accusing the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces of ethnic cleansing and crimes against humanity.

Deloitte’s latest research shows that South Africans have mixed feelings about the future.

‘He is one person who has been very vocal about issues relating to corruption and good governance in the ANC… and the issues that he raises are the issues that most people have always been worried about in the ANC,’ says political analyst Levy Ndou.

The National Minimum Wage Commission has put forward three proposals for a wage hike. One of which will be implemented on 1 March 2024.

“I am against GBV, I am against the abuse of women.”

Social justice activist Mark Heywood is transitioning to politics as he plans to join former banker Roger Jardine to form a new ‘political movement’.

The president will consult party lawyers after a court ruling that could see the ANC forking out R150 million to the company

Msimang has left the ANC after being a member for more than 60 years. 

Following their 2-0 derby win over Swallows, Orlando Pirates now turn focus on their last fixtures of the year.

Kaizer Chiefs skipper Itumeleng Khune wasn’t always a goalkeeper. Do you know in which position he started his Amakhosi journey?

The most iconic goals in soccer history featured here everyday, watch your favourite soccer stars make goals that changed the game.

The politicization of education has resulted in schools becoming culture-war battlegrounds, often leading to more division than solidarity

On 7 October, the day Hamas attacked Israel and the country began bombarding Gaza, the superintendent of the Los Angeles unified school district posted on social media: “We stand with Israel.”

Weeks later, the teacher’s union in Oakland, California, issued...

Experienced Reading headteacher suffered rapid psychological decline after stressful inspectors’ visit

Ruth Perry was the headteacher of one of Reading’s most popular primary schools for 13 years, the same school that she had attended as a child. Staff and colleagues described her as a rock: talented, capable and compassionate. Her GP testified that she had no mental health issues over the...

Inquest examined watchdog’s role in Ruth Perry’s decline after Reading primary school’s rating was downgraded

A headteacher killed herself this year after an Ofsted inspection of her school downgraded it from “outstanding” to “inadequate”, a coroner has concluded.

Heidi Connor, the Reading coroner, found Perry’s suicide was “contributed to by an Ofsted inspection carried out between 15 and...

Rachel Kolisi’s ‘heart is full’ after her family reunited with Siya’s siblings during the festive season in Paris, France.

Rachel Kolisi – the wife of Springbok captain Siya – has been praised for her ‘massive heart’ in embracing his orphan siblings…

‘We wish you a speedy recovery’: England rugby player Tom Curry announced that he has successfully come out from surgery.

The two South Africans recently received Grammy nominations in their respective fields. The winners are expected to be announced in early 2024

The collection is in conjunction with the Premier League’s Rainbow Laces campaign, which is a support for all LGBT people.

Actress Vele Manenje is embracing a ‘self-love’ mindset as she confidently shares her weight loss journey with the public.

Here are plenty of gift ideas for your favorite bookworm, from tech to cozy accessories.

Forget the wrapping paper and shipping. Go digital this year with subscriptions, ebooks, apps, and more.

The company introduces its Gemini multimodal artificial intelligence model, saying it is its most capable to date.

Thato Matsio has worked on digital and ICT projects and programmes for over a decade, and has been instrumental in The Impact Catalyst’s Northern Cape School Connectivity project.

For now, it remains unknown as to whether the workforce cuts will be expanded to Volkswagen South Africa.

Three diamonds will introduce a new three-row SUV in 2025, though it remains tight lipped as to whether this will revive the Pajero name.

The wife of a man diagnosed with terminal brain cancer says their lives have become a nightmare.

A test is available in Brighton to determine if babies could lose their hearing from an antibiotic.

Mineral Resources and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe has told COP28 that the transition at Komati was not just.

Two studies ordered by South Africa’s government into the impact of air pollution on community and child health showed emission limits it imposed on companies that emit the toxins are insufficient.

The fashion industry’s enormous waste problem is pushing governments, particularly in Europe, towards ambitious recycling targets.

Developing countries should not carry the burden of financing climate action, President Cyril Ramaphosa tells world leaders at COP28.