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Convicted rapist on the run for years as victim’s family lives in fear
The victim was 16 when she was raped and despite her rapist being found guilty, she is yet to get justice as the man is on the run.
WEDNESDAY, 22 APRIL 2026, 12:01

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The victim was 16 when she was raped and despite her rapist being found guilty, she is yet to get justice as the man is on the run.

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Captain James Tavernier announces he will leave Rangers at the end of the season, after 11 years at Ibrox.

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Two runners go viral for helping carry exhausted man over the finish line.

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A pupil from Thembisa, Ekurhuleni, had to be hospitalised after she was allegedly assaulted by a teacher for submitting incomplete work.

South Africa
The Senqu Bridge project aims to strengthen cooperation between South Africa and Lesotho.

South Africa
22-year old woman has been arrested in Khayelitsha for the possession of stolen goods worth R250k

South Africa
POPCRU calls for the appointment of a permanent provincial police commissioner.

South Africa
54-year old Limpopo pastor accused of raping 11 year old girl to apply for bail in a Seshego Court

World
The funding was agreed last December, but it has been held up in a row over Russian oil supplies to Hungary.

World
Earlier this week, an explosion at a firecracker factory in neighbouring state Tamil Nadu left at least 25 dead.

World
The ornate Cotofenesti helmet, which was stolen in January 2025 while on loan to a Dutch museum, was recovered last month.

World
Mexico’s government is boosting security at tourist sites in preparation for the World Cup after a man opened fire at the Teotihuacan pyramids.

Africa
Allegations of a coup plot first surfaced in October 2025 when an Independence Day parade was cancelled.

Africa
The kidnappers raided his palace on Saturday and are believed to be holding him in a forest.

Africa
Fannie Masemola is accused of failing in his duties to provide proper oversight in his role.

Africa
At the 1972 Miss World contest, Cynthia Shange was one of two contestants from South Africa – one black and one white.

Business
The war in Iran has pushed UK Inflation further above the Bank of England’s 2% target.

Business
A BBC investigation in 2023 heard from more than 100 McDonald’s workers in the UK claiming they faced sexual assault, harassment, racism, and bullying

Business
The move could further delay payouts to millions of drivers who were mis-sold motor finance.

Business
The latest inflation data from Stats SA shows that CPI remains fairly muted, but the cost of schooling is almost double the headline rate.

Politics
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Cases Inquiry is chaired by Justice Sisi Khampepe.

Politics
Fannie Masemola appeared in court on charges of contravening the Public Finance Management Act.

Politics
The Commission is set to hear evidence relating to alleged criminality in the Sedibeng area.

Politics
The ANC in the North West has recalled the Mayor of the Brits-based Madibeng Local Municipality.

Sport
Spain defender Ona Batlle is close to agreeing a move to Arsenal as a free agent in the summer.

Sport
Paul Pogba believes Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes would be in contention to win the Ballon d’Or if he played for a team like Manchester City.

Sport
Paralympic medallists Faye Rogers, Toni Shaw and James and Stephen Clegg have been selected as part of Scotland’s seven-strong Para-swimming team for this summer’s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Sport
Although there are several Springbok players heading overseas, there are a number of stars also coming back to South Africa.
Education
Utah Valley University was thrilled that Sharon McMahon, a best-selling author, would speak at its graduation. And then her old posts resurfaced.
Education
The École des Sables has established itself as Africa’s premier dance-training hub. Yet money concerns, and a new port nearby, make its future precarious.

Education
Demographic changes will cause a glut of school places, according to National Audit Office report
A failure to account for England’s falling birthrate is leading to a glut of school places and a potential £1bn fall in pupil funding over the next three years, according to a National Audit Office report.
The government’s spending watchdog said the Department for Education started to...
Education
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda — As the government prepares to overhaul teacher payment by linking pay more closely to days attended or lessons delivered, education experts and union leaders are urging a more thought-through approach.

Lifestyle
Out with the old, in with the new? Popular breakfast cereal, ProNutro, no longer looks, smells or tastes the same. Here is why…
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
TV personality Nonhle Thema ‘grateful’ for the support following the death of her mom, model and veteran actress Cynthia Shange.

Entertainment
Meyer linked the tourism boom directly to employment, highlighting the province’s position, with the lowest unemployment rate in the country.

Entertainment
Sebei said that the Bill is clearly unconstitutional because it threatens the right to housing and undermines the rights in the constitution, many of which are themselves limited and unevenly realised.

Entertainment
‘He (Mofokeng) is so mature for a youngster,’ said the Pirates assistant coach.

Entertainment
Defence coach Joey Mongalo said the Sharks will show the same level of desperation against Edinburgh as someone fighting for their life.

Science/Tech
Pangram Labs’ updated Chrome extension puts warning labels on AI slop as you scroll your social feeds.

Science/Tech
Your face called, and it’s low-key offended you might trust TikTok more than WIRED.
Science/Tech
As SpaceX prepares to go public, Mr. Musk has proposed moonshots that differ from the company’s original aim of reaching Mars.

Science/Tech
The Draft Capital Flow Management Regulations could reshape the local crypto market by increasing compliance requirements.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
The SIU has secured a preservation order to freeze a former Eskom contractor’s luxury car garage.

Health
Sport England have recorded a 12% increase in women taking part in gym-based fitness
Health
A law meant to end surprise medical billing accidentally created a multibillion-dollar industry that is making doctors richer.

Health
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Health
In separate small clinical trials, two treatments showed promise that they could help patients with one of the most dire diagnoses in oncology.