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Fresher Atlantic air has ended a week of record-breaking heat which saw the UK’s hottest May day.

The National has concluded its internal disciplinary process against KwaZulu-Natal social development MEC Mbali Shinga

McKenzie is not happy with SAFA for failing to get their house in order for Bafana Bafana players and staff to travel to North America.

The woman, in her 60s, died in hospital after getting into difficulty in the water, police say.

Premier, Alan Winde, says over 84% of affected communities have been reconnected.

Fearing their safety, foreign nationals seek refuge outside the Home Affairs office in Umbilo

The motive for the shooting is still under investigation.

Two arrested for the possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition in the Cape Flats

Israel has captured the 12th-century Beaufort castle that overlooks southern Lebanon and northern Israel. The move suggests Israel is planning an extended military presence in Lebanon.

On the fringes of Israel’s far right, some activists and political leaders dream of a Greater Israel, extending the country’s borders into neighboring countries.

So far, five men have been freed from the narrow, flooded cave but efforts are ongoing to locate two more.

Nearly 800 people were arrested after clashes with police which saw 219 people injured, including 57 police officers.

Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar’s kidnapping highlights continuing security challenges facing parts of the country.

According to media reports, the team’s departure for Mexico on Sunday has been delayed due to an “administrative bungle”.

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s party is expected to dominate the election as conflicts overshadow the vote.

A 50-bed isolation unit in Kenya for US citizens was due to open on Friday, a US official said.

Takealot has released a series of consumer insights into

The number of people convicted of commercial crimes has significantly decreased over the past two decades, even as the number of reported crimes has increased. 

Following the SARB’s decision to hike interest rates this week, there is a chance that another hike will follow in July.

JSE CEO Valdene Reddy says that there is renewed interest in South African assets, but warns that economic growth remains weak.

The parties differ on how the country should respond while balancing the rule of law, human rights

The report shows that the DA got over R57 million followed by Rise Mzansi at R30 million

The 46-year-old PR councilor was shot and killed on Thursday evening after a community meeting

Geordin Hill-Lewis says the mandate of Parliament’s impeachment committee is to pursue the truth

Elisa Balsamo strengthens her position at the top of the women’s Giro d’Italia by winning the second stage

Surrey and The Blaze both suffer their first defeats of the 2026 Women’s T20 Blast on a day that shakes up the top of the standings.

Tyler Fletcher was expecting to go to the World Cup as a fan this summer – now he could be playing in it for Scotland.

Great Britain continue their strong form at the Artistic Swimming World Cup to claim three gold medals in Pontevedra, Spain.

Eligibility requirements for June 2026 SASSA Childcare Grants have been revised by the agency. Take note so you don’t fall foul …

Brandon Petersen’s wife has thanked Kaizer Chiefs fans for standing by her spouse after his Bafana FIFA World Cup squad snub…

Rapper DA LES has thanked his partner and mother of his children for her support after a devastating stroke two years ago…

Bafana defender Bradley Cross showed off his fancy footwork to the delight of the crowd. Take a look at this viral clip…

Macpherson rejected the report’s conclusions because they failed to hold any serving officials accountable.

The Bulls will face Glasgow in a URC semifinal clash at Murrayfield next weekend.

Sars cautioned that not all products exported to China will automatically qualify for zero-tariff treatment.

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Rochelle Lewis is among more than 170 million woman globally to be diagnosed with PCOS.

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Gethin Jones trains to be Dr Oscar’s guide runner