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Why and how is US blockading Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz?
Donald Trump says that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice?
TUESDAY, 14 APRIL 2026, 16:24

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Donald Trump says that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice?

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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta wants the club to play with “pure fire” as they prepare for one of their biggest weeks in years.

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Defections boost Carney’s Liberals to parliamentary majority
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April is Financial Literacy Month and South Africa’s National Treasury recently published a draft National Consumer Financial Education Policy that aims to strengthen financial literacy, improve financial decision-making, and ultimately enhance financial wellbeing across households and small businesses.

South Africa
Lucky Maduna stabbed and killed his wife with a broken beer bottle at a local tavern.

South Africa
The court found that Khawula wrote defamatory and untrue accusations about Malema and his wife.

South Africa
Ledwaba says he accepted no money when presiding over the Molefe’s bail application.

South Africa
Federal police say the gang was liable for other kidnappings and armed robbery across the region.

World
The prime minister announced new tax cuts to try to end the crisis that began after the U.S.-Israel war on Iran led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The government could face a no-confidence vote over its response to the fuel protests.

World
The son of pensioner Marie-Thérèse told French media he is worried for his mother’s frail health as she is detained in a Louisiana ICE centre.

World
Eric Swalwell is resigning from Congress after multiple women accused him of sexual assault and misconduct. And, Trump is feuding with Pope Leo, calling him weak on crime for opposing the war.

World
An official briefed on Israel’s strategy for the talks described Tuesday’s meeting as “preparatory” and aimed at laying out a framework for future negotiations.

Africa
The separatists say their decison reflects responsibility, restraint and respect for human dignity.

Africa
Electoral commission says Romuald Wadagni has won with over 94% of the vote with most ballots counted.

Africa
The Democratic Alliance’s new leader, Geordin Hill-Lewis, admits the party’s support is too narrow.

Africa
The team was returning from a fixture when they were attacked, officials say.
Business

Business
Families will be able to get help with back to school costs for children in reception to Year 11.

Business
Old Mutual has seen an increase in South Africans accessing their retirement savings to fund discretionary purchases, such as car upgrades.

Business
The motoring group says prices could start to come down over the next couple of weeks.

Politics
The recommendation will be sent to President Cyril Ramaphosa who will have the final say.

Politics
Sello says they’ve determined that the woman who passed away was Mkhwanazi’s stepmother

Politics
Zuma-Sambudla faces charges under the Terrorism Act and inciting violence during 2021 July unrest.

Politics
The TRC Cases Inquiry is taking place in Newtown, Johannesburg.

Sport
Spanish cyclist Jaume Guardeno remains in a critical condition after suffering serious injuries in a collision with a vehicle last month.

Sport
Former Springbok coach Jake White is stepping away from his role at Selborne College, citing a host of issues that made his job untenable.

Sport
Lebohang Maboe has been Kaizer Chiefs’ best player in the past few months. Is he the reason behind their revival?

Sport
Speaking on the Monday Night Club, former Premier League striker and BBC Sport pundit Chris Sutton says Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta must win the Premier League or the Champions League this season or risk losing his job at the Emirates.
Education
[Daily Trust] Governor Dauda Lawal has approved a 120-day Rapid Intervention Action Plan to address critical systemic failures in Zamfara State’s education sector.
Education
[Ghanaian Times] THE African Union High Representative for Silencing the Guns, Dr Mohamed Ibn Chambas, has called on African leaders, particularly Ghana, to adopt a holistic approach to addressing challenges in the education sector.
Education
[Liberian Observer] First Baptist Church of Louisiana has officially broken ground on a modern school facility valued at more than US$100,000, marking a major step in advancing its long-standing commitment to education and community development in Louisiana, Montserrado County.
Education
[Nile Post] The Sudanese Embassy in Uganda has appealed to authorities to ease university admission requirements for Sudanese students sitting national examinations in Kampala, warning that current conditions risk delaying their access to higher education.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
South Africans are mocking Starlink founder Elon Musk amid reports of a Wits physics professor’s plans to build the world’s fastest internet.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Tenants are being urged to take proactive steps to safeguard their rental deposits before vacating a property.

Entertainment
Khawula has also been ordered to issue a public apology.

Entertainment
“We still have eight games to go until the end of the league,” said Kaze.

Entertainment
Mzansi cheeza, egg salad, tikka chicken pizza and mayo mash each bring their own flair to South Africa’s dynamic food scene.

Entertainment
Ex-taxi owner speaks about life in the industry, while NTA spokesperson Malele says government funding of the sector has been discriminatory.

Science/Tech
Globalstar satellites, radio frequency spectrum, and operational expertise will enable Amazon Leo to add Direct-to-Device (D2D) services to future generations of its low Earth orbit satellite network. New Amazon Leo D2D system will help mobile network operators extend voice, text, and data services to customers beyond the reach of terrestrial cellular networks. Amazon and Apple […]

Science/Tech
Many DStv subscribers never watch sport. The cross-subsidy funding SuperSport is getting harder to sustain.

Science/Tech
Rimini Street, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMNI), the Software Support and Agentic AI ERP Company™, and the leading third-party support provider for Oracle, SAP and VMware software, today announced the following upcoming 2026 Investor Events Schedule.

Science/Tech
The recent influx of new automotive brands and models into South Africa has significantly revitalised the local industry – a trend clearly reflected by the robust growth in monthly sales figures. However, this market enthusiasm isn’t reserved solely for entirely new entrants. Updates and facelifts to established product lines generate a similar level of anticipation […]

Motoring
Dunlop has responded to industry claims that its tyre factory in South Africa is at risk of closing down.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
Health
Live animal markets and the illegal sale of wildlife pose particular dangers, but any sale of wild animals or animal products poses spillover risks, a new study suggests.

Health
Greg Foot asks whether we should be using cotton buds to clean our ears.

Health
NHS figures for England suggest a small increase in admissions and experts say noble false widow spiders could be to blame.

Health
Melle was racially abused by a transgender woman at a hospital after she addressed them as “Mr”.