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Beyond oil: The crucial exports blocked by Hormuz closure
The price of a wide range of goods – from food, to smartphones, to medicines – could be affected by the US-Israel war with Iran.
FRIDAY, 27 MARCH 2026, 04:01

Top Stories
The price of a wide range of goods – from food, to smartphones, to medicines – could be affected by the US-Israel war with Iran.

Top Stories
Balendra Shah won the election by a landslide promising change to Nepalis who are angry at corruption.

Top Stories
The letter, seen by the BBC, also called on Ferguson to share any knowledge about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s links to Epstein.

Top Stories
“Pain” is the overriding emotion for Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson as his side’s World Cup dream ends on penalties in Prague.

South Africa
Khumalo is accused of assaulting complainant Bongani Radebe and pointing a firearm at him.

South Africa
Adv. Andrew Chauke says 6 black prosecutors faced disciplinary processes under Adv. Shamila Batohi

South Africa
An expert says the disinvitation highlights South Africa’s deteriorating relationship with the US.

South Africa
The late Terry Bell’s brother describes him as a larger-than-life character

World
Southeast Asia is among the areas hardest hit by Iran’s cutoff of oil and gas through the Strait of Hormuz, with many nations almost entirely dependent on foreign energy — and quickly running out.

World
Iran has been sending not only missiles around the region but also trolling tweets and videos around the internet. It’s the latest in global diplomacy.

World
President Trump says Iran is “begging” for a deal. Iran says it has no intention of negotiating. NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly talks with NPR’s Tom Bowman and Aya Batrawy about prospects for an off-ramp.

World
The International Olympic Committee will require all athletes who want to participate in women’s events to undergo genetic testing. The policy takes effect for the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles.

Africa
Fecofoot president Jean-Guy Mayolas remains on the run after being sentenced to life imprisonment earlier this month for embezzling $1.1m in Fifa funds.

Africa
The disruption in oil supplies has caused shortages and concerns in several African countries.

Africa
Zimbabwe says it is engaging the Russian government to repatriate bodies and bring home those still alive.

Africa
South African authorities declined to disclose the charges he will face when he stands in the dock.

Business
A federal judge told the government it could not immediately enforce a ban on Anthropic’s tools.

Business
Conservatives gathered at the annual CPAC conference in Texas were mixed when asked about their feelings on the current economy.

Business
Indian farmers are turning to dragon fruit as a profitable alternative to mangoes and coffee.

Business
The US president’s signature will appear on new paper currency alongside Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.

Politics
A source said the ministers viewed deployment in government as their new life and they are too comfortable with the benefits

Politics
Gauteng chair Bonginkosi Dhlamini says that challenging the founder’s choice for president would erode his legacy, sparking debate in the IFP

Politics
If his camp put a serious campaign behind the numbers, no other ANC candidate would stand a chance, says the Social Research Foundation

Politics
The disciplinary action against Mnisi was approved during a council sitting on Thursday evening.

Sport
Manager Michael O’Neill says he is positive for the future despite a World Cup play-off defeat by Italy in Bergamo, and questions about his own long-term plans.

Sport
Wales manager Craig Bellamy says he’s “disappointed” his side couldn’t hold on for victory in their World Cup play-off semi final against Bosnia-Herzegovina, as they conceded an 86th minute equaliser, before going on to lose on penalties after extra time.

Sport
England’s Paul Waring shoots a seven-under 63 to lead after the first round of the Texas Children’s Houston Open.

Sport
Age is just a number – something Edin Dzeko, 40, is proving to be the case after he helped Bosnia-Herzegovina beat Wales in the World Cup qualifying play-offs.
Education
[Daily Maverick] For months, parents of students at Dukathole LSEN School have voiced serious concerns over a deteriorating learning environment, and now two official government reports have validated their protests and concerns.
Education
The Justice Department’s demands for admissions-related data from Stanford, Ohio State and the University of California, San Diego, represent a flex of federal power.
Education
Readers respond to an Opinion guest essay by Phil Klay. Also: Educating undocumented students; energy realities; calling all teenagers.
Education
[This Day] Senior and junior secondary school students across the country have been invited to enter the 2026 Bishop Mike Okonkwo National Essay Competition. Entries opened on March 16 and will close on June 30, 2026.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker have wrapped up their divorce after some legal wrangling.

Lifestyle
Afrikaans singer Kurt Darren has defended to the backlash of his new song, ‘6 7’, released this week. Take a listen to it here…

Lifestyle
Police are following up on new leads in the search of missing Saldanha Bay girl, Joslin Smith, after a tip-off from a community activist…

Entertainment
Police arrested a second suspect who is known to the husband on the same day.

Entertainment
South Africans are urged to avoid panic buying as fuel supply remains stable despite rising prices from 1 April onwards.

Entertainment
The president insists no foreign government influenced France’s decision to withdraw the invitation.

Entertainment
A total of R600 000 in jackpots is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results for 26 March 2026.

Science/Tech
In a landmark case, a jury found Meta and YouTube guilty of creating products that were addictive. Ryan Mac explains the outcome and what it could mean for tech companies going forward.
Science/Tech
The decision is an early victory for the artificial intelligence company in a rancorous legal battle with the Department of Justice.

Science/Tech
A judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s designation, clearing the way for Anthropic to keep doing business without the label starting next week.
Science/Tech
Apple has discontinued the Mac Pro and says it has no plans for future models. “The ‘buy’ page on Apple’s website for the Mac Pro now redirects to the Mac’s homepage, where all references have been removed,” reports 9to5Mac. From the report: The Mac Pro has lived many lives over the years. Apple released the current Mac Pro industrial design in 2019 alongside the Pro Display XDR (which was also...
Motoring

Motoring
Ford and the National Consumer Commission have issued a recall for 582 vehicles sold in South Africa.
Motoring
Motoring
Health
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s vaccine skepticism is posing challenges for the Trump administration. Top health jobs are unfilled, and a court has blocked his vaccine schedule changes.
Health
A biotech start-up is testing a novel way of efficiently producing pharmaceutical drugs.

Health
Jersey’s wellbeing score is below UK and France in survey of data from 41 countries.
Health
The Trump administration had options for offloading contraceptives once destined for Africa, a newly obtained memo shows. Instead, it has let them collect dust and go bad.