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Starmer is struggling to hold on to power after his main rival resigned on Thursday

Shaun Abrahams says no political interference hindered apartheid prosecutions, only resource issues

Orlando Pirates have one hand on the Betway Premiership trophy, but how many league titles have they won in the past?

Our prevention response must be bold, people‑centred and grounded in lived realities, writes Ngaa Murombedzi.

Eleven suspects were arrested after a raid uncovered a R1bln drug lab and 481kg meth in Swartruggens

The Science, Technology and Innovation Department has a total allocation of R10.4 billion.

The NCOP is closing the “Taking Parliament to the People” programme in Stilfontein, North West.

The US securities regulator had accused the Adanis of paying bribes and misleading investors, which they denied.

CIA Director John Ratcliffe met with Cuban officials including Raúl Castro’s grandson during a high-level visit to the island Thursday, Cuban and U.S. officials said.

Pope Leo XIV denounced how investments in artificial intelligence and high-tech weaponry were leading the world into a “spiral of annihilation,” as he called for peace in the Middle East and Ukraine.

Tensions are escalating again near the Strait of Hormuz after a ship anchored off the United Arab Emirates was seized and taken toward Iran and another was attacked and sank near the coast of Oman.

Africa’s top health agency says around 246 cases have been reported.

The Trump administration waives a $15,000 visa bond for fans from five countries who have World Cup tickets, but African fans still face challenges.

At the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Makhtar Diop calls for bold investment, private sector leadership and structural reforms

Rebel fighters and Rwandan troops are accused of committing atrocities after capturing the DR Congo city of Uvira in December.

Debt Rescue founder and CEO breaks down the cost of living crisis facing consumers and why people are relying on debt to carry them through this.

South African fuel users are finally in for a bit of a break in June, but the good news is being undercut by the end of the government’s tax relief provided in April and May.

In the first quarter of 2026, South Africa’s unemployment crisis has deepened, with the number of discouraged job seekers reaching 3.9 million.

Cheslyn Jacobs discusses the importance of making banking customer-centric in South Africa.

After Parliament established an impeachment committee linked to the Phala Phala scandal, Ramaphosa has refused to resign, insisting the Constitutional Court ruling does not compel him to step down while opposition parties continue to press for accountability through the impeachment process

The TRC Cases Inquiry was first established in May 2025.

Party spokesperson Zama Ntshona says this an important constitutional step towards accountability.

Lerutla, who has been on special leave since April, is set to resume his duties on Monday

Kaizer Chiefs travel to Durban to play AmaZulu on Saturday. Can they continue with their momentum going into the last two games?

Betway Premiership title favourites Orlando Pirates host Durban City at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Saturday at 15:00. Here is the expected starting 11.

Anticipation is building for Orlando Pirates’ final home fixture of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season with seats filling up fast.

With one round of Women’s Super League fixtures to go it’s time to check if you’ve been paying attention.

News will come as a shock to staff, especially at Cranfield, but the institutions’ bosses say intention is growth

The announcement that King’s College London is to absorb Cranfield University came as a surprise but not a shock to England’s higher education leaders, who have been braced for sudden announcements about job cuts and course closures.

But for staff and students at both institutions...

The Princess of Wales shone in front of large crowds in Reggio Emilia on the final day of her tour.

Wicknell Chivayo has revealed his new R565 million Gulfstream G550 private jet, describing it as the ‘life of the rich and famous.’

Minister says free electricity for SASSA beneficiaries must increase to offset the rising cost of living eroding the social wage …

A big win by the Bulls and other results going their way could see the Pretoria side finish second on the log.

Bafana head coach Hugo Broos can name between 23 and 26 players in his final squad.

Affies and Grey College clash with each on a three-game winning streak, while Paarl Boys welcome giant-killers Stellenberg.

Now they need just one more win.

Global Tier 1 carrier Cogent Communications is now live at Digital Parks Africa’s (DPA) Samrand data centre, giving customers direct access to one of the world’s largest Internet Protocol (IP) backbone networks from within the facility. As a Tier 1 Internet Service Provider (ISP), Cogent owns and operates a global network enabling high performance and […]

The communications minister has thrown his weight behind a section 25BB extension that the sector has long sought.

DStv, the market leader in South African entertainment, has partnered with Discovery Bank as part of its Discovery Miles rewards programme. “Partnering with Discovery to give our customers such great value is an obvious choice,” says Willington Ngwepe, CEO of MultiChoice, the broadcasting services licensee in South Africa. “DStv customers who bank with Discovery can earn up to 50%...

The Information Regulator has not authorised any certification scheme — businesses relying on third-party “Certified” badges are left exposed to significant legal and financial risk. ATG Digital, a provider of access control and data compliance solutions for gated environments, has published an alert to South African organisations. It warns about a growing and potentially costly...

Toyota set a new Hilux record at the 2026 NAMPO Harvest Day in South Africa.

The City of Cape Town is bringing back the traffic fine roadshow this weekend, letting motorists apply for a discount on their outstanding fines.

Nissan and Honda’s fortunes have reversed over the past year, narrowing the imbalance that derailed their first merger talks.

The cheapest hybrid in South Africa costs R70,000 less than the cheapest plug-in option, while offering remarkably similar performance.

Just how bad for you is eating sugar? And why is fruit still a good option – even though it has lots of sugar?