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Moldovan oligarch jailed in $1bn ‘theft of the century’ case
Vlad Plahotniuc, once Moldova’s richest man, was found guilty of partaking in a fraud which involved around 12% of the country’s GDP.

Top Stories
A tale of two Middle East voyages
A country cannot simultaneously invoke the Genocide Convention in the Hague and be the fuel supplier of the genocide it is holding to account. Alas, we found ourselves in this very contradiction

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Rosenior sacked by Chelsea after three months in charge
Chelsea sack head coach Liam Rosenior after losing five consecutive Premier League matches without scoring for the first time since 1912.

South Africa
Severe hailstorm leaves trail of destruction around Mahikeng
Many houses have suffered significant damage with roofs caving in and walls collapsing.

South Africa
Ramaphosa hails Senqu Bridge as SA–Lesotho partnership milestone
President Ramaphosa has visiting Lesotho for the opening of the Senqu Bridge.

South Africa
Home Affairs refutes passport-free entry claims for Lesotho nationals
Home Affairs says such a move would violate Section 9 of the Immigration Act.

South Africa
KZN police warn protesters targeting undocumented foreign nationals
Foreign nationals were seen in videos posted online being assaulted.

World
Pope Leo criticises Equatorial Guinea prisons as he winds up Africa tour
The Pope gives a frank and passionate speech, the likes of which have characterised his tour of Africa.

World
Iranians are leaving the country just to access the internet
Iran has cut off its access to the global internet. To find an internet connection, some Iranians are traveling across the border with Turkey — even just to make video calls and then go back home.

World
Greetings from an Islamabad park, a peaceful vantage point in an uncertain world
The park, near the venue where inconclusive Iran-U.S. peace talks took place this month, provides respite to those who visit it.

World
Ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz. And, VA voters approve redistricting effort
Two ships came under attack in the Strait of Hormuz, hours after Trump extended the ceasefire with Iran. And, Virginia voters approved a measure allowing Democrats to redraw the congressional map.

Africa
Nigeria charges six people with treason over Independence Day coup plot
Allegations of a coup plot first surfaced in October 2025 when an Independence Day parade was cancelled.

Africa
Arrests in Nigeria after abduction of local monarch ‘held for ransom’
The kidnappers raided his palace on Saturday and are believed to be holding him in a forest.

Africa
South Africa’s police boss charged in connection with controversial health contract
Fannie Masemola is accused of failing in his duties to provide proper oversight in his role.

Africa
Black beauty queen who represented South Africa at Miss World during apartheid dies aged 76
At the 1972 Miss World contest, Cynthia Shange was one of two contestants from South Africa – one black and one white.

Business
Inflation: What do price increases mean for you?
Prices went up by 3.3% in March, but what does that mean for you asks the BBC’s Colletta Smith.

Business
Red Rooster festival cancelled due to rising costs
Organisers say it has not been possible to secure the funding to “deliver this year’s event”.

Business
Capitec is tightening the taps
Capitec has tightened its lending, with the group taking a prudent approach amid the conflict in the Middle East.
Business

Politics
LIVE | Ramaphosa officiates the launch of the Senqu Bridge in Lesotho
President Cyril Ramaphosa officiates the launch of the Senqu Bridge in Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Politics
Former ANCYL leader in Eastern Cape opt not to renew party membership
He was a member of the Raymond Mhlaba Branch in the Dr WB Rubusana Region.

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

Politics
Cameron calls for Masemola’s suspension
Fannie Masemola appeared in court on charges of contravening the Public Finance Management Act.

Sport
Former selector Smith appointed to ECB board
Former national selector Ed Smith is appointed by the England and Wales Cricket Board as a non-executive director.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs transfers: THREE in, SEVEN out?
Streamlining of the squad.

Sport
Exciting Kaizer Chiefs star signs deal
Kaizer Chiefs have moved swiftly to secure Aden McCarthy’s future after a breakout Betway Premiership campaign for the young defender.

Sport
Estevao’s World Cup hopes in doubt after hamstring injury
Chelsea winger Estevao could miss Brazil’s World Cup campaign after suffering a season-ending hamstring strain.
Education
West Africa: Hours to WAEC Exams, FCT Teachers Down Tools
[Daily Trust] Striking teachers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) yesterday turned back students of both public primary and secondary schools who reported for the third-term academic session.
Education
Nigeria: Lagos Pupils Shine At Samda Nigeria U-13 Tourney
[Daily Trust] Team Kosofe and Mushin Local Government Areas in Lagos secured victories yesterday in the football matches of the inaugural Scalepea-Mah Development Association (SAMDA) Nigeria U-13 tournament.
Education
Nigeria: 2nd National School Volleyball Championships Kick Off Today
[This Day] Lagos Is Playing Host to the 2nd Edition of the Na — Schools from across the country have converged on Lagos for the four-day tournament, organised by the Nigeria School Sport Federation (NSSF) in collaboration with the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), with support from the Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC).
Education
Liberia: LFA Wraps U-15 Inter-School Leagues in Three Counties
[Liberian Investigator] The Liberia Football Association, in partnership with the Inter-School Sports Association, has concluded its U-15 inter-school grassroots football leagues in Grand Gedeh, Rivercess and River Gee counties, part of a nationwide effort to strengthen youth development across all 15 counties with support from the CAF Impact Project.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Liesl Laurie celebrates a special moment with heartfelt post
Liesl Laurie celebrates Musa Mthobeni with a heartfelt birthday message.

Lifestyle
PROUDLY SA | Garden Route named world’s best road trip
In another Proudly South Africa moment, the Garden Route has been ranked the number one road trip in the world.

Lifestyle
‘She’s just a girl’: Meet Siza Ndlovu’s stunning mother!
South African content creator, Siza Ndlovu, recently stepped out with her stunning mother as her plus one to an event in Rosebank.

Entertainment
Liam Rosenior sacked as Chelsea manager
‘Recent results and performances have fallen below the necessary standards,’ said the club in a statement.

Entertainment
24 hours in pictures, 22 April 2026
Through the lens: The Citizen’s Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.

Entertainment
Recipe of the day: Rice and beef meatballs in BBQ honey sauce with coconut rice
This comforting and satisfying dish is sure to become a new favourite for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.

Entertainment
Weather alert: Four provinces brace for widespread showers and thundershowers
Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for Wednesday, 23 April 2026.

Science/Tech
DMMET GROUP Highlights Over 30 Years of Global Manufacturing Excellence in Roll Forming and Sandwich Panel Technologies
Kocaeli , Turkey– April 22, 2026 – Providing reliable machinery solutions to the industrial and manufacturing sectors requires a robust engineering foundation and decades of experience. With over 30 years of industry expertise, Dmmet Group continues to solidify its position as a trusted global brand in the production of cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, delivering modern and […]
Science/Tech
China’s CATL Reveals 621-Mile EV Battery, Under-7-Minute Charging
CATL unveiled a new wave of EV battery tech, “including a lighter battery pack rated for a 1,000-km (621-mile) driving range and an upgraded fast-charging battery that can go from 10 percent to 98 percent in under seven minutes,” reports Interesting Engineering. From the report: The launches were made during a 90-minute event in Beijing ahead of the Beijing Auto Show, where automakers are...

Science/Tech
New York Bans Government Employees from Insider Trading on Prediction Markets
A new executive order seen by WIRED prohibits New York state employees from using insider knowledge to enrich themselves with prediction market bets.

Science/Tech
AI Tools Are Helping Mediocre North Korean Hackers Steal Millions
One group of hackers used AI for everything from vibe coding their malware to creating fake company websites—and stole as much as $12 million in three months.

Motoring
New BMW 7 Series coming to South Africa – What to expect
BMW will introduce the all-new 7 Series in South Africa later this year.

Motoring
Flying in South Africa is cheaper than you think
South African air fares are some of the cheapest in the world.
Motoring

Motoring
Say goodbye to South Africa’s fuel levy relief
South Africans may soon face a price hike at the pumps as the R3 cut to GFL comes to an end.
Health
Youth Suicides Declined After Creation of National Hotline
Suicides among young adults dropped most sharply in states that actively embraced the 988 crisis line, new research has found.
Health
‘Free Births’ Are a New Pregnancy Trend. Critics Warn About Serious Risks.
Promoters of free birthing reject any type of medical intervention during pregnancy or delivery. The movement has been trending on social media, but critics warn it poses serious risks.
Health
Pace of N.I.H. Funding Slows Further in Trump’s Second Year
The agency has approved far fewer new grants than it did in years past. A renewed effort to screen for disfavored terms and a loss of personnel are contributing.

Health
Breast cancer type study ‘critically under-funded’
Two women from Barnard Castle and Guisborough say lobular breast cancer needs further research.