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Volkswagen previews new ID. Cross in Amsterdam
Upcoming all-electric compact crossover is similar in size to the T-Cross now on sale in South Africa.
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Upcoming all-electric compact crossover is similar in size to the T-Cross now on sale in South Africa.

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The Khampepe commission of inquiry investigating alleged political interference in Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) cases continues in Johannesburg on Wednesday.

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Building a digitally fluent and future-ready workforce in South Africa requires closing the technology access gap in schools, especially in under-resourced and rural communities
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From academic corridors to ministerial meetings and rural reaches, Leslie London has never shied away from speaking truth to power. Spotlight speaks to the Emeritus Professor at the University of Cape Town, who, still in his bright signature shirt and trademark wry grin, continues to fight health inequity.

South Africa
Vusimuzi Cat Matlala and others back in court, on charges of conspiracy to commit murder.

South Africa
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria.
South Africa
Two gang members have each been sentenced to a lengthy imprisonment term for the murder of a pregnant woman in Scottsdene, Cape Town, in June 2020.
South Africa
dtic congratulates new SEZ Advisory Board
Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Zuko Godlimpi on Tuesday congratulated the newly appointed Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Advisory Board.
He expressed confidence in its ability to make a meaningful contribution in strengthening the Special Economic Zones programme and advancing South Africa’s broader economic...

World
Morocco was stunningly awarded the Africa Cup of Nations title on Tuesday by governing body judges who overturned Senegal’s victory in a chaotic final in January.

World
EU officials say they have offered money and technical help to Ukraine to fix a key oil pipeline to Central Europe. They hope that will persuade Hungary to drop its veto on major aid to Ukraine.
World
Iran targeted Tel Aviv with missiles carrying cluster warheads in what it said was retaliation for Israel’s assassination of Iran’s security chief Ali Larijani, Iranian state television reported.

World
With the Strait of Hormuz blocked, policy expert Karim Sadjadpour says the war in Iran is becoming increasingly complicated: “I don’t think President Trump … understood what he was getting into.”

Africa
Zhang Kequn was found with the large consignment of ants in his luggage at a Nairobi airport.

Africa
Etienne Davignon, a 93-year-old ex-diplomat, is accused of involvement in the assassination of the independence hero.

Africa
These reports harm attempts to close the wide gender representation gap in Zambia, activists say.

Africa
Multiple blasts struck some of the Maiduguri’s busiest locations on Monday evening.

Business
One of South Africa’s major cities risks becoming a ghost town as it continues to lose thousands of jobs due to pressure on the automotive sector.

Business
Founded in 2012, AlphaESS has expanded its business across more than 130 countries and regions, establishing itself as a global leader in energy storage solutions.

Business
The Iran war led to the largest outflow from South Africa’s bond market in six years, while South Africa’s stock benchmark has declined 10% since late February.
Business

Politics
Minister Macpherson says government plans to dispose over 1 600 state owned properties to cut costs

Politics
TRC Cases Inquiry probing efforts to stall the prosecution of apartheid-era perpetrators continues.

Politics
Mkhwanazi, who was the first witness to testify before the committee, will also be the last.

Politics
Witness G handles informers who are believed to include political middleman Brown Mogotsi.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly going all out to try and audaciously sign former Orlando Pirates star Mohau Nkota.

Sport
BBC Sport’s Umir Irfan looks at why Liverpool have struggled to replicate last season’s title-winning form.

Sport
Former NHL forward Chase Pearson, who swears by egg yolk hair treatments, aims to help deliver Challenge Cup glory for Nottingham Panthers on Wednesday night.

Sport
Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel may have played his “last football game” with surgery required on his shoulder but he is eager to “fight” to regain fitness.

Education
We are raiding the Guardian long read archives to bring you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors.
This week, from 2022: Austerity, the pandemic and now the cost of living crisis have left many schools in a parlous state. How hard do staff have to work to give kids the chances they deserve?
By Aida Edemariam. Read by Lucy Scott
Continue reading…
Education
[Nile Post] Pearl Bank has donated water tanks and assorted food items to Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU) in celebration of Ramadan and Women’s month season that are key highlights during this season.
Education
[Nile Post] At least 91 pupils from three primary schools in Ibanda District have been directed to repeat Primary Seven and resit the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) after their results were cancelled by the Uganda National Examinations Board (Uneb) due to examination malpractice.
Education
[Nile Post] Young Ugandans have been urged to embrace education, learn new languages, and seize international opportunities.

Lifestyle
The Advertising Regulatory Board has ruled that a viral TikTok advert by Shoprite Checkers for its Checkers Sixty60 service is misleading.

Lifestyle
Calls from all sides are growing to reverse 2026 fuel levy increases, as record fuel price hikes loom in April. Here’s the latest …

Lifestyle
Demi-Leigh detailed how careful husband Tim Tebow was when bringing their baby girl home for the first time: ‘the slowest I saw Tim drive.’

Lifestyle
Adding to his collection: Andile Mpisane – the son of MaMkhize – showed off his rare, Louis Vuitton designer jacket on his 25th birthday…

Entertainment
“It’s more comfortable than yesterday because Orlando Pirates were one point ahead,” Cardoso said.

Entertainment
Sars said illicit economic activity linked to customs and tax systems undermines economic growth, job creation and fair competition.

Entertainment
The driver failed to comply with the lawful instruction and sped off.

Entertainment
“Things were blown completely out of proportion,” said Mokwena.

Science/Tech
A major milestone in South Africa’s digital transformation was reached today with the official launch of the Maharishi NextUp Institute of Technology (MNIT). This “moonshot” initiative is housed in a dedicated 10-storey, 10,065 m2 campus at 56 Main Street, Marshalltown, which has been donated to the Institute by renowned South African tech pioneers and philanthropists, David and Tracey […]

Science/Tech
Zimi and Charge Holdings have signed a deal to support electric freight operations along the N3 highway.

Science/Tech
iOCO has made its first acquisition in eight years and wants to become a serial acquirer again.

Science/Tech
South African businesses are entering a new era of tax compliance as the SA Revenue Service steadily modernises its tax ecosystem. They will be compelled to work on upgraded eFiling and e@syFile platforms, use e-invoicing and e-reporting as their standard, and align with SARS’ modernisation of the VAT system. These changes are not yet mandatory, […]

Motoring
The Road Traffic Management Corporation is urging motorists to renew their expired licence cards before the Easter weekend.

Motoring
The car industry has warned that the “Detroit” of South Africa will soon become a ghost town if urgent steps aren’t taken to save local car factories.

Motoring
South African motorists have an alternative to paying higher fuel costs next month – but it’s not free.

Motoring
There are important regulations to be aware of if you plan on buying large amounts of fuel before next month’s price hikes.

Health
Khali Goodwin’s daughter Keeleigh is recovering after being admitted to hospital with meningitis.
Health
Lawyers for both sides in the federal lawsuit, brought by six medical organizations, are trying to understand the ramifications of the judge’s decision.
Health
Adolescents said they were more likely to share photos with a dating partner, or when they had been worn down with repeated requests.
Health
Two people have died in an outbreak of meningococcal disease. Many cases were traced to a nightclub in Canterbury that is popular with students at the University of Kent.