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Teaching union votes against plans for new Year 8 reading test
The government says assessments are “vital tools” for identifying areas where pupils need extra support.
MONDAY, 30 MARCH 2026, 18:56

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The government says assessments are “vital tools” for identifying areas where pupils need extra support.
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The focus should remain on leadership as a responsibility to human lives. Rather than looking at power over systems, leaders should involve themselves in collaboration across generations.
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After many untroubled years, several recent cases have exposed areas of weakness in how South Africa’s judicial accountability process functions. Clarity is needed.
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Divorce settlements need to be grounded in the legal structure of the marriage and backed by proper documents.

South Africa
During Sotheni’s last appearance, he said that he didn’t know Attorney Eric Bryer.

South Africa
I had emerged that Sergeant Nkosi allegedly worked with alleged criminal cartel leaders.

South Africa
The suspects were nabbed during operation Shanela from Monday last week to Sunday.
South Africa
North West raises alarm over illegal mining, chrome wash plants
The North West Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism has raised serious concerns over the growing number of illegal mining activities and unauthorised chrome wash plants across the province, particularly in the Bojanala and Madibeng areas.
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World
Worlds marks the last competition of the 2025-2026 season. Skaters have some time to go on tour, rest up and learn new routines before the next season starts in July.

World
Rabiu Kwankwaso joins the ADC, a coalition poised to take on President Tinubu in the 2027 elections.

World
The Artemis II spacesuits are designed to protect the astronauts during launch and landing, as well as possible emergency scenarios.

World
Michael Rousseau faced calls to resign for his English-only message after the fatal Air Canada collision at LaGuardia airport.

Africa
The raid led to revenge attacks in Jos, with 22 reported dead so far in one of the most volatile parts of the country.

Africa
Veron Mosengo-Omba, a controversial figure, leaves at a turbulent time for African football.

Africa
The craze for collecting ants takes Kenya by surprise as smugglers zone in to make a profit.

Africa
African and Caribbean nations want countries which benefited from slavery to pay compensation but it will not be straightforward.

Business
While a COVID-like lockdown is not currently on the cards for South Africa, work-from-home may become the most viable solution to address record fuel price hikes.

Business
A farmer says rises in the cost of fertiliser since war began in the Middle East mean he is better off not using it.

Business
Oil markets have been sensitive to Donald Trump’s comments on the war. But are traders growing less responsive?

Business
The government has officially blacklisted over 50 companies from doing business with the state.

Politics
High Court in an electronic court order uploaded on caselines dismissed the part A application.

Politics
The court found that their failure to follow correct legal process rendered the application invalid.

Politics
The SACP has decided to contest independently in the upcoming Local Government Elections

Politics
The conference failed to proceed after the EC High Court issued an interim order against it.

Sport
DR Congo face Jamaica in a World Cup play-off, hoping to reach the tournament for the first time since 1974, a campaign memorable for the wrong reasons.

Sport
The 2026 Two Oceans Marathon promises an exciting line-up of events from Thursday, 9 April to Sunday, 12 April 2026.

Sport
Republic of Ireland defender Dara O’Shea says the squad have had “closure” from their penalty shootout defeat to Czech Republic on Thursday which ended their World Cup dream.

Sport
Catching the train to the Bafana Bafana vs Panama match in Cape Town? Here are the details for secure park and ride stations…

Education
The Green party leader said Ofsted is a ‘failed institution’ and that teaching should move ‘toward a genuinely collaborative model’
Starmer complained about other parties whipping up division, and he specifically criticised Nick Timothy, the shadow justice secretary, for “complaining about Muslims praying in public”.
Labour, by contrast, values bringing people together, he said.
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Education
[Our City News] For decades, Joburg’s western CBD — once home to the prestigious Johannesburg Stock Exchange, powerful mining houses and major bank headquarters — has been slipping into a symbol of urban decay.

Education
The University and College Union says the cuts would weaken the university’s appeal to students.
Education
[SAnews.gov.za] Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has directed the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Board to activate its forensic unit immediately to work with the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) on cases already under investigation, and refer identified instances of fraud and misrepresentation to the appropriate authorities.

Lifestyle
DA FedCo chairperson Hellen Zille swam in a pothole, which was the result of a burst pipe in Johannesburg, setting social media abuzz.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
There’s truly a first time for everything as content creator Thandi Mzamo marked her first ever international trip at the age of 49.

Entertainment
Chiloane outlined the steps the department is taking to ensure the family receives answers about what caused the collapse.

Entertainment
The all-rounder completed his bowling spell and then apparently left the action to depart to the airport.

Entertainment
‘The 23 players are available … no injuries, no sickness, nothing,’ Broos told the pre-match press conference.

Entertainment
Joburg’s most fashionable women lit up the scene in radiant orange at a luxe fashion afternoon celebration to remember.
Science/Tech
For the “foreseeable future,” Sony says it has stopped accepting new orders for most of its CFexpress and SD memory card lines due to the an ongoing memory supply shortage. “Due to the global shortage of semiconductors (memory) and other factors, it is anticipated that supply will not be able to meet demand for CFexpress memory cards and SD memory cards for the foreseeable future,” the company...
Science/Tech
Lawmakers have asked the Treasury Department for information on how Mr. Musk may have influenced the decision to end enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act.

Science/Tech
The Bank of England has got an opportunity to bring these vital species into the spotlight, says Nicola Hutchinson
Your article on the Bank of England’s plans to feature nature on future banknotes (‘A toad is a perfect tenner’: experts recommend wild candidates for new banknotes, 21 March) underlines how deeply the natural world shapes our national identity. Yet it was striking that in...
Science/Tech
The embrace of crypto by financial regulators under President Trump has entered a new, cozier phase.

Motoring
The all-new, 7-seater Mitsubishi Destinator has arrived in South Africa.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring

Health
Researchers says millions of people globally could be carriers of the faulty gene behind the disorder.

Health
David Slater, 72, says ministers need to step up and sort out issues with the medication.

Health
Claire Harkin believes the experiences of people who are supporting loved ones with an addiction can be overlooked.
Health
Cohen Miles-Rath heard voices telling him to kill his father. After they passed, he spent years retracing the path of his delusions.