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Nigeria’s Dangote refinery, Africa’s largest, has increased exports of gasoline and urea to African countries hit by supply disruptions caused by the Iran war.

Barzan Nawshowani is serving eight years for the abduction and rape of the woman, who has now spoken to BBC Scotland.

Mr Price’s attempt at damage control after the controversial acquisition of NKD did little to reassure some shareholders, with its share price decline greater than what it spent to buy the German retailer.

Both sides don’t want to let their rival dominate. And the competition may yet be transformed further.

Northern Cape government given Sol Plaatjie Municipality 14 days to respond to governance concerns.

Inyathelo concerned about the sustainability of South Africa’s healthcare sector, citing funding cut

The Tshwane Metro Police is among three traffic law enforcement agencies under investigation.

Police raided his home in Pretoria and found firearms and ammunition last Thursday.

The US president is in a delicate political position as the final hours to Tuesday’s deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz tick down.

The judge said the musician’s behaviour when he was arrested in LA last year was “aberrant from his normal conduct”.

The father and son died in jail after being arrested on suspicion of breaching Covid lockdown rules in 2020.

One of the biggest targets of Iranian attacks has been in Iraq, against armed Iranian opposition bases in the Kurdistan region. Many opposition fighters see this moment as an chance to go home.

Several footballers have absconded in the past leaving behind what rights groups call a repressive government.

There are fears South Sudan may be plunged back into a civil war less than a decade after it ended.

Albert Mazibuko sang in the iconic South African choral group for more than 55 years.

A Turkish government-owned drilling ship is expected to arrive in Somali waters later this week.

The US president threatened to take out Iran “in one night” if it does not agree to open the Strait of Hormuz.

Politician recommends fuel duty relief, with Alderney’s prices more than 60% higher than UK average.

South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa will receive the credentials of US Ambassador-designate Brent Bozell this week, a step that may signal a tentative easing of strained ties between the two countries. Bozell’s formal accreditation on April 8 comes after months of friction between Pretoria and Washington, including the expulsion last year of South Africa’s ambassador

India’s currency, stocks and growth projections take a beating as the country faces a triple energy shock due to Iran war.

Cosatu Parliamentary Coordinator, Matthew Parks says this is a reckless decision.

Mbalula says that the ANC will hold a special NWC and NEC meeting to discuss this matter.

Mbalula says the party’s mayoral candidate selection process has already opened

ANC’s Fikile Mbalule is leading the annual commemoration anti-apartheid activist Solomon Mahlangu.

UP-Tuks will host NWU Eagles in the final at the Tuks Stadium on Monday, 13 April. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:00.

It will be Tuks vs NWU in the 2026 Varsity Cup final, and here is the date and kick off time to note for this big battle.

Kaizer Chiefs came from a goal down to produce one of their best performances of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season against Orbit College.

The world’s top golfers are preparing for the year’s first major, the Masters, at Augusta National in Georgia.

These companies now own everything from nurseries to care homes, squeezing vital services for profit while we foot the bill

It was the free croissants that gave it away. And the Scandinavian-style furniture. And the tasteful pastel walls. It was different from other nurseries I’d viewed: marginally more expensive, the aesthetic equivalent of a WeWork for toddlers. I was eight months pregnant,...

Universities in Britain rely on overseas applicants paying full fees, which has given rise to some unscrupulous recruiters and left many hopefuls and their families deep in debt

When Sam started looking into studying abroad, it didn’t take long for his phone to start ringing. At 24, he was living with his parents in a small city in the southern Indian state of Odisha and he’d been stuck in...

As the Easter long weekend comes to a conclusion, South Africans can find solace in the fact that more public holidays are around the corner.

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi celebrates six years of the Kolisi Foundation and thanks partners, staff and communities for their support.

Sylvester “Cully” Union Jr. was father to Gabrielle and her two sisters, Kelly and Tracy.

Rachel Kolisi opens up about having a ‘solo’ Easter while her two kids spend the holiday with their dad, Siya Kolisi in Durban.

Strong fields featuring world-class athletes in a range of disciplines have been announced for the inaugural meeting.

The commission is expected to continue focusing on the alleged corruption and tender rigging at the Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality.

A total of 934 motorists were arrested countrywide from Thursday to Saturday.

Fully electric new QQ3 will rival the BYD Seagull, known as the Dolphin Surf in South Africa.

The ChatGPT maker says its rival’s $100-billion lawsuit could cripple its non-profit foundation if it succeeds.

Eskom today announced the successful redemption of its ES26 bond, marking a decisive milestone in the utility’s journey toward financial independence. First issued in March 2007 as a R500 million tranche at a coupon of 7.85%, the ES26 bond grew to an outstanding amount of approximately R38 billion over its 19-year tenure. This growth reflects […]

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Petrol attendants earn above the minimum wage in South Africa and often receive tips from motorists.

The new Lepas L4 is one of the most affordable Chinese SUVs in South Africa.

Chinese carmakers have found several ways to lure South African buyers away from legacy brands.

E-hailing giant Uber has committed to investing R5 billion in South Africa.

Stuart Sims says he feels let down after a cardiology appointment was cancelled due to the action.