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Emi Martinez continued to re-write the history books by helping Aston Villa win the 2026 Europa League; their first silverware in 30 years.

The five suspects accused of murdering soccer star Senzo Meyiwa are back in the dock at the Pretoria high court on Thursday.

Jesse Donn reflects on his career and says Sipho Mbule is the best teammate he’s played with

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Murder accused Matipandile Sotheni is expected to return to court on Thursday, 21 May 2026.

Fannie Nkosi faces charges of theft and defeating the ends of justice.

One person sustained serious injuries, while two more occupants escaped with slight injuries

Gauteng Health Department encourages use of community health centres for disability grants forms…

About 400 years ago, beavers were hunted to extinction across Britain. Now they’re being reintroduced as little climate warriors, as communities harness their dam-building skills to mitigate flooding.

The outbreak, caused by a rare Ebola species, is thought to have caused 139 deaths so far.

India’s newest political movement started with an insult – and led to people proudly dressing up as cockroaches.

The Ebola outbreak in eastern Africa was announced last week, then quickly declared an emergency by the WHO. It’s likely cuts in U.S. aid to the DRC contributed to a delay in identifying the outbreak.

Nine deportees arrive from the US as part of Donald Trump’s crackdown on illegal immigration.

Ebola was first discovered in what is now the DR Congo in 1976 and the country is now facing its 17th outbreak.

In its latest update, the World Health Organization says there have now been 139 suspected deaths and 600 cases.

Ghana will face fellow West African heavyweights Ivory Coast in qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.

The chip giant reported more stellar results but its shares fell after-hours as investors wonder if it can keep up its pace of growth amid greater competition.

The airline has seen no problems with fuel, but says people are booking later because of uncertainty caused by the Iran war.

The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture has received over 38,000 objections to changing the names of historic towns and metros in the country, including Graaff-Reinet and East London.

Investec is changing its Private Client strategy as the group looks to grow its market share and drive returns.

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will deliver a keynote address at the NEPAD @ 25 Business Breakfast

TRC Commission chaired by retired Constitutional Court Justice Sisi Khampempe continues today

Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero delivered the State of the City Address on Wednesday.

MK Party is calling for Deputy Minister Steve Letsike to resign, citing concerns over governance.

The Pumas and Griquas go into battle for the SA Cup this Saturday night, and here is the kick off time to note.

Siwelele FC head coach Lehlohonolo Seema is happy to retain the Kaizer Chiefs duo of Samkelo Zwane and Happy Mashiane.

Former Senegal star El Hadji Diouf shares the belief of CAF president Patrick Motsepe that an African team can win FIFA World Cup 2026.

The Premier Soccer League (PSL) moves fast, and 24 hours can bring plenty of developments. Here is a look at the latest updates for Thursday, 21 May 2026.

Ban social media and reform education to tackle scandal of young people not in work or study, says Peter Hyman

Schools have become a “pipeline” to worklessness for a large cohort of young people in the UK, according to an influential former Labour adviser who has called for urgent action to help a “lost generation”.

Peter Hyman, a former adviser to Tony Blair and Keir Starmer, told the Guardian...

The Shed Surfers Corner, a popular beachfront restaurant in Muizenberg, has announced it will close its doors.

The Trump administration will fork out $100 million to significantly increase the intake of South African white Afrikaner refugees.

Pandor emphasised the importance of principled diplomacy alongside the growing significance of the Global South as a force in world affairs.

‘Come Saturday we want to equal our best points tally in the last ten years,’ added the Chiefs wing-back.

His legal representatives plan to appeal the refusal of his bail application.

Searching for the best yoga mat to help deepen your flow, master tree pose, and discover the meaning of life? For two of the three, we’ve got you covered.

Kenneth Wolfe organized the Department of Labor’s controversial prayer services before he was quietly appointed to lead a major agency office.

Scientists developing vaccines and anti-tick treatments amid growing concern over spread of disease

Cases of Lyme disease have risen more than 20% in England in the past year, public health experts have revealed, as pharmaceutical companies work to create new vaccines and drugs to tackle the tick-borne illness.

According to data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), published as part of...

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After a fourth case of meningitis B has been confirmed in Reading, BBC South’s health correspondent Alastair Fee shares what you need to know.