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Patrice Motsepe’s new website fuels rumour of ANC presidential bid
Billionaire’s sudden move challenges ANC’s internal campaign rules
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Billionaire’s sudden move challenges ANC’s internal campaign rules
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A month after Daily Maverick revealed that Stanislav Stamenov, a personal trainer offering his services at a Cape Town gym, was actually an internationally wanted drug trafficker, he has been arrested.

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Bombings by Pakistan are the most significant development in tensions between the two neighbours – though the physical impact remains unclear.
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Discover how Johannesburg finds healing through art amidst the water crisis. Explore Maria McCloy’s latest Joburg gig guide for local events, plus a beautiful profile of author Angela Makholwa. From community joy to mental health, see how the city stays resilient.

South Africa
Zachariah Olivier is accused of shooting dead two women on Onverwacht Farm.

South Africa
Steenhuisen briefs the media on Foot and Mouth Disease vaccine rollout.

South Africa
Eight South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) officials were arrested last year.
South Africa
dtic welcomes swift investigation into suppliers of sanitary pads
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) has welcomed the National Consumer Commission’s (NCC) swift investigation into nine suppliers of sanitary pads and panty liners.
A study from the University of the Free State found that some sanitary pads and panty liners contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals....

World
Sweden’s defence minister says there is likely a “strong link” between the drone and a Russian naval vessel in the area.

World
Ukrainian women in their 50s and 60s say they’ve embraced cheerleading as a way to cope with the extreme stress and anxiety of four years of Russia’s full-scale invasion.

World
Four years after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Germany’s economy has transformed, impacted by the effects of war.

World
Pakistan’s defense minister says there is “open war” on the Afghan Taliban government after tensions between the two countries flared.

Africa
This is the highest number of confirmed casualties from a single African country in the Ukraine-Russia war.

Africa
A total of 1,000 Kenyans have reportedly been recruited to fight for Russia in its war against Ukraine.

Africa
Violence has plagued South Africa’s highly competitive and lucrative taxi industry for decades.

Africa
The internationally acclaimed writer has accused Nigerian hospital Euracare of negligence, which it denies.

Business
Business Talk is South Africa’s top business podcast and has featured the country’s leading experts and executives.

Business
Growthpoint Properties is redeveloping its Walmer Park Shopping Centre in Gqeberha, as it focuses on proven shopping centres.

Business
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis said he’ll stand for election as leader of the Democratic Alliance, South Africa’s second-biggest political party, a contest he’s widely expected to win.

Business
City Press is closing down in South Africa, with Media24 looking to limit job losses at the iconic publication.

Politics
Gauteng DA leader Solly Msimanga addressed a media briefing at the Union Buildings.

Politics
The Commission denied the bid to postpone after lawyer Emmah Magula cited receiving documents late

Politics
Hill-Lewis who is the current City of Cape Town Mayor made the announcement in Elsies River.

Politics
Nkosindiphile Xhakaza faces backlash over a cabinet reshuffle after Dorah Mlambo quit as Speaker.

Sport
Premier League Night Four winner Stephen Bunting says Northern Ireland’s Josh Rock, who threw a nine-darter in front of his home crowd at the SSE Arena, has the ability to become world champion one day.

Sport
West Ham’s Crysencio Summeville shares how Nuno Espirito Santo has helped him improve this season.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs are still lacking in key areas even though they signed over 10 players. Here’s four players who can improve the club.

Sport
Bluebirds accounts state they remain reliant on the financial support of majority shareholder Vincent Tan, whose loans to the club totalled almost £90m by the end of last season.
Education
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia — A dispute over academic honors at the University of Liberia has escalated into a legal and institutional standoff, as the announced dux of the Louis Arthur Grimes School of Law has filed a four million United States dollars libel lawsuit against exiled Liberian activist Martin K. N. Kollie, while the University’s Board of Trustees has suspended the official...
Education
[Daily Maverick] Victorian-era buildings of the Klein Karoo that have escaped the developers’ wrecking ball.
Education
[Daily Trust] Students of Government Day Secondary School, Galadanchi, Dutse, have expressed joy and relief over the release of Walida Abdulhadi.
Education
Philosophers have long wrestled with what to do about the onlookers and profiteers surrounding those who have done terrible things.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
The White House has approved plans to fast track over 4 000 Afrikaner refugee resettlementapplications each month. Here’s how…
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
The awards will take place at the Durban ICC in April.

Entertainment
University student and Varsity Cup star Grant de Jager will likely earn his debut come the Vancouver and New York tournaments.

Entertainment
“It will be difficult to make the final list,” said Ouaddou.

Entertainment
‘It is a privilege for me to continue the legacy my father has built,’ said the Chiefs striker.

Science/Tech
The digital bank accelerates client acquisition, as it deepens its footprint in an increasingly competitive retail banking market.

Science/Tech
SA is one of the biggest beneficiaries of the tech start-up funding rebound, raising $335.9 million in 2025, says Disrupt Africa.

Science/Tech
A compliance notice from the National Gambling Board seeks to tighten regulatory pressure on online gambling companies.

Science/Tech
After 16 weeks of daily use, our WIRED testers saw visible hair regrowth with these red light therapy devices.
Motoring

Motoring
South Africa plans to raise fuel levies to generate an additional R1.5 billion for the Road Accident Fund, an entity under investigation for gross mismanagement.
Motoring

Motoring
Wanatu has become the first e-hailing company to receive regulatory approval under South Africa’s new transport laws.

Health
Birmingham Children’s Trust refused respite help and suggested training grandparents to help.
Health
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who was appointed to the role last week, has offered to publicly endorse vaccination, in particular the measles vaccine, winning over some agency employees.

Health
Aria’s parents say their daughter suffered brain damage after NHS staff failed to treat an infection.
Health
Subtle signs of mental distress often emerge before severe symptoms.