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Rising oil prices and global risk-off sentiment linked to the Middle East conflict have weakened the rand, threatening higher inflation and a pause in South Africa’s interest rate cuts.

Overlooked women composers are finally given their due as Wakkerstroom’s 2026 festival spotlights music long sidelined by history and patriarchy

Sanlam Corporate data shows that 50% of South Africans are making full withdrawals from their retirement savings when changing jobs

The postponement comes after the state witness, known as Mr X, took ill. 

Ntanzi testified that police allegedly took him to a dumping site and assaulted him.

The findings suggest that alcohol is often used as a tool to manage insomnia, fatigue, and anxiety.

As the war with Iran intensifies, Trump is demanding that allies help the U.S. reopen the Strait of Hormuz. And, a federal judge halts RFK Jr.’s changes to children’s vaccine policies.

Israel says it killed Ali Larijani and Gholamreza Soleimani, the highest profile assassinations since the targeting of Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on the first day of the war.

Western countries fear Israel’s ground offensive in Lebanon aims to force them to act on disarming Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, increasing tensions and urgency for a diplomatic solution.

Multiple blasts struck some of the Maiduguri’s busiest locations on Monday evening.

Some 50,000 people are told to flee their homes as the army warns of a huge military offensive in Jonglei state.

Fifa fines the Nigeria Football Federation and DR Congo Football Association for separate disciplinary breaches by supporters.

Some 1,000 Kenyans are believed to have recruited to fight in Ukraine – many say they were lured under false pretences.

The news comes as financial results for 2025 show a seventh consecutive year of profitability.

Eskom chairman Mteto Nyati says the end of load shedding and Eskom’s return to profit show what capable leadership can achieve in South Africa.

Bitcoin had been making a compelling case for itself through most of 2025, pushing through successive all-time highs, comfortably outperforming global equities and outpacing gold, until it reversed course in February this year. The drawdown wasn’t unique to crypto, but it was where it was felt the most.

Sthembiso Dlamini is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Quadrupleplay and a strong advocate for bringing connectivity to rural and underserved communities.

Sergeant Fannie Nkosi, has denied allegations that he tipped off Vusimuzi Matlala about a raid.

COPE leader Mosiuoa ‘Terror’ Lekota was buried in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Court hears Thabo Mbeki and Jacob Zuma’s bid to review Justice Khampepe’s refusal to recuse herself.

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry continues cross-examination of Sgt Fannie Nkosi.

A well-known Proteas player has taken the interesting decision to play in another new T20 tournament that will be hosted in Belgium.

New reports have suggested that former MC Alger head coach Rulani Mokwena has been released after he was arrested in Algiers.

Northampton second row JJ van der Mescht is in contention for a senior South Africa call-up after being invited to a virtual alignment camp by the Springboks.

Rory Smith discusses whether Chelsea’s fine will impact clubs if they “don’t play by the same rules” in the Premier League.

Ama Qamata shines in ‘Fight Like A Girl’ as she attends the Congo premiere of the powerful women-led boxing drama.

Seasoned broadcaster and award-winning musician Unathi Nkayi is adamant about not being associated with Somizi Mhlongo.

The simple fact of the matter is that this electrically powered bakkie is quicker than both of these flagship turbodiesels.

Nkosi testified about the relationship among the Saps top brass, including Sibiya, Mkhwanazi, Crime Intelligence’s Dumisani Khumalo and National Commissioner Fannie Masemola.

Some of the biggest names in golf will be teeing it up in Gauteng this week at the LIV event at Steyn City.

Perfect for food lovers eager to try something new, this recipe brings together South African tradition with a modern, gourmet twist.

It’s time to clamp down on the chaos and clear your desktop with these clever mounted accessories.

Spar Group informed shareholders on Tuesday that it will implement a voluntary severance programme in certain areas of the business as part of its ongoing focus on improving operational efficiency and competitiveness. “The severance programme forms part of a broader reset designed to align the Group’s cost base with current trading conditions and ensure Spar […]

Skylight’s popular digital calendar gets its Goldilocks size. But like with the Calendar Max before it, you have to prepare your family for a full conversion to keep it useful.

Samsung has reportedly pulled the plug on its trifold phone after just three months, citing unsustainable production costs.

Experts have warned that speeding fines won’t disappear once South Africa’s new driving laws are introduced, and that motorists will face harsher penalties for ignoring fines.

President Cyril Ramaphosa confirmed that South Africa has launched a new process to attract private investment for its high-speed rail projects.

Helen and Lee Draper lost their daughter Megan to meningitis in October 2025.

BBC Health Correspondent Dominic Hughes explains the signs to look out for.