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Encouraging Innovative Thinking & Problem Solving for Gen Z to Build Sustainable Solutions through STEM At an event that took place on 14 April 2026, Samsung in partnership with the Department of Basic Education (DBE) officially announced the Top 20 schools that have been selected to advance to the next stages of the 2026 STEM-based (Science, Technology, Engineering […]

Diplomats and clergy decry ‘verbal recklessness’ against revered papacy

The High Court is set to hear arguments opposing Tongaat Hulett’s liquidation on 16 and 17 April, in what could be a watershed moment for the local sugar industry.

Van Eck Associates started buying South African bonds during the biggest selloff on record, and is now reaping the reward with a return of triple the emerging-market average.

Police say five people were killed execution-style at a house in Delft.

The officials are accused of corruption related to tenders.

President Cyril Ramaphosa announced Roelf Meyer as US ambassador on Wednesday night.

The French government is pressing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to release the 86-year-old French widow of a military veteran from immigration custody in Louisiana after she was detained earlier this month.

The reforms signed by Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele would apply to people convicted of committing or being an accomplice to crimes including homicide, femicide, rape and gang membership.

Daniel Duggan was arrested in 2022 over claims he illegally trained the Chinese military in South Africa.

Hundreds have been deployed to find Neukgu, a young wolf that has eluded capture for a week and counting.

Abubakar Malami was seen as one of the most influential ministers under former President Muhammadu Buhari.

Zhang Kequn was arrested in March while trying to travel to China with more than 2,000 live ants.

Hailed for his impressive physical attributes, Nigerian Uar Bernard is hoping to be drafted by an NFL side this month.

Roelf Meyer played a key role as a negotiator during talks to end white-minority rule in South Africa.

SARS has been dealt a rare legal blow, with the Supreme Court of Appeal siding with Glencore in a case involving diesel refunds.

What was once considered a niche space is now slowly turning into an ecosystem of active players in the global financial markets.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Thursday, 16 April.

The Riverine is an exclusive collection of 19 boutique apartments in Rondebosch, offering refined modern living, and effortless access to Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs lifestyle. Construction commences this quarter!

Julius Malema was found guilty of unlawfully discharging a firearm during an EFF event.

Malema has been convicted for discharging a firearm in public.

Lonzi says it was disheartening to witness the magistrate be irritated when AfriForum was mentioned.

Holomisa says Meyer is a strategic leader who takes time when making decisions.

Cricket New South Wales says it will support former Australian opener David Warner after he was charged with drink-driving.

Having worked with the Real Madrid Foundation as a teenager, Jordan Hadaway has now led financially-challenged Llandudno to Wales’ top-flight.

How much attention have you paid to what’s happened in the world of sport over the past seven days?

FIFA president Gianni Infantino said that Iran will “for sure” participate in FIFA World Cup 2026 despite the Middle East war.

University support staff have gone on strike in a dispute about pay.

The highly anticipated fourth season of “The White Lotus” has begun filming on the French Riviera, HBO has announced.

In a bid to deter speeding, the City of Cape Town has rolled out smart speed signs across the Mother City. Here’s where they are located…

Allegedly, there’s trouble in paradise between celebrity power couple Dr. Musa Mthombeni and Liesl Laurie-Mthombeni.

What divorce? EFF leader Julius Malema hugged and kissed his wife, Mantoa Matlala, in court during his pre-sentencing hearing…

“We are not perfect, we recognise that, but there is value in what the players have done,” said Arteta.

The incident was reported to police a month later by a social worker.

“It’s unbelievable that you can send off a player for this action in a match like this,” Arbeloa told TNT Sports.

A number of rising stars and fringe national players are likely to get a run against the men from Zimbabwe.

Tech investor Stafford Masie has urged the communications minister to rebalance the draft National AI Policy fundamentally.

The centuries-old African tradition is evolving into a sophisticated financial force, says Reinard Janse Van Rensburg, regional sales manager at Altron FinTech.

In this open letter to communications minister Solly Malatsi, investor Stafford Masie tears into South Africa’s draft AI policy.

The projected petrol price increase for May has dropped over the past week, though petrol and diesel are still facing significant hikes.

One of the world’s biggest automotive groups is looking to Chinese brands for help.

Distracted drivers are 60% more likely to be involved in a crash.

The outdoor area at Yarm Wellness will officially open to the public on Saturday.

Drs Chris and Xand explore common foot problems, from bunions to verrucas, and why diseases affecting our blood vessels or nerves seem to often show up in the feet.