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Eight-speed M Steptronic transmission and M xDrive scrapped in favour of a six-speed manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive

Dada expected to outline the City’s challenges and chart the way forward.

Mahikeng community activist Thato Molosankwe was shot and killed at his home on Wednesday morning

A Spanish court is investigating former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero for alleged influence peddling and other possible crimes tied to a government airline bailout.

Its name is short — like its size — but bees are one of Earth’s most important and busy creatures.

President Vladimir Putin is in Beijing for talks with President Xi Jinping, in a closely watched visit that comes just days after President Trump’s high-profile trip to China.

A new report finds that global humanitarian aid is failing, with cuts from major donors like the United States and increased attacks on health workers further eroding the system.

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 government and transport operators are in talks to resolve the dispute over the hike in fuel prices.

A bank that ceased operations more than two decades ago is seeking compensation from Malawi that could approach a 10th of the country’s annual budget, following a court ruling that regulators illegally revoked its licence

Top-performing South African students are leaving the country.

The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

Mandla Msibi resigned from the ANC last month after failing to retain his treasurer position.

The ANC and DA in Joburg have differing expectations ahead of the State of the City Address

Nhlamulo Ndhlela was removed as uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) spokesperson on Tuesday.

Political parties have until Friday to submit names to the National Assembly Speaker.

What tactical approach will Xabi Alonso bring to Stamford Bridge next season after being announced as Chelsea boss?

Scotland have recalled Claire Emslie for next month’s Women’s World Cup qualifying double-header against Israel, five months on from the forward giving birth.

Left-back Joel Bagan, who had been due to become a free agent next month, commits his long-term future to Cardiff City.

Scotland suffer a heavy defeat by USA as their Cricket World Cup League 2 trip to Nepal ends on a negative note.

SKIMS was first launched in September 2019 by reality star Kim Kardashian.

SASSA has confirmed the COVID-19 SRD payment dates for May 2026. Check when your money arrives this month.

Rosemary is already serving six life terms for orchestrating the murders of her lover and several family members for life insurance payouts.

Eskom has issued a notice warning the City of Johannesburg that it will be disconnected from the power grid.

The association expressed deep concern by the continued state of violence within the taxi industry.

Clips of Björk playing South African music during a recent DJ set have gone viral, delighting local fans and opening up a broader conversation about niche music genres.

South African cyber security experts warn that low ransom DDoS attacks on ISPs may stem from cheap dark web tools, or sophisticated actors testing infrastructure resilience.

Shopping for a laptop can be infuriating. Here’s how to sift through the acronyms, storage options, and extra features to find the best one for you.

The White House says Trump’s pro-vape stance is based on “gold standard science.” It feels more like vice-signaling to a demographic that often doesn’t vote—over products that are widely available.

The latest callback only involves the F and none of the lesser RC variants.

Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather.

Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm.

One in 10 women live with adenomyosis yet sufferers say their pain is often dismissed.

Some people say they are “stranded” in hospital, but the NHS denies decisions around their care are driven by costs.