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Unless Manchester United appoint Luis Enrique, it is hard to think of an acceptable alternative to giving Michael Carrick the job on a permanent basis, writes Simon Stone.

Avoid direct confrontation with suspected criminals: KZN SAPS Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi

According to statistics, about 3 500 babies survive abandonment in the country each year

Police spokesperson Wesley Twigg says the crash involved a single vehicle.

The shooter is currently in hospital, after he allegedly tried to take his own life

The World Health Organization said one case of hantavirus infection has been confirmed, with five more suspected cases under investigation.

Police suspect the human remains belong to a businessman swept away by floodwater last week.

A search and rescue operation is underway for the service members, the US African Command said.

On Thursday, authorities in Myanmar claimed they had transferred Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi from prison to house arrest. Her son Kim Aris spoke to NPR about his doubts about the regime’s account.

More than 100 gangs are operating nationwide as the growing use of political thugs raises fears of election violence.

Christopher Okello Onyum had pleaded insanity but this was dismissed by the judge.

The unusually forceful intervention highlights concerns about governance in the management of public retirement savings

The blockade comes days after Mali’s defence minister was assassinated in a series of nationwide attacks.

Spear’s Magazine has published a list of the best private schools in 2026, featuring a notable all-girls school in KwaZulu-Natal.

A prominent economist warns that recent growth indicators for one of South Africa’s largest employers isn’t as good as it sounds.

Hoedspruit in Limpopo is seeing a massive rise in property prices amid major infrastructure upgrades in the area.

An urgent court interdict obtained by two members of branches in the area halted the conference

He says members of the political killing task team raided a house he used to live in Cape Town

Debate grows over the effectiveness of SANDF support to SAPS amid rising crime concerns

President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday announced that the local elections will be held on November 4

Armagh manager Kieran McGeeney insists he would not read too much into his side’s emphatic Ulster semi-final win over Down, despite a dominant performance in Clones.

A female spectator is ejected from the Crucible Theatre after jumping over the barrier during the World Snooker Championship final in Sheffield.

Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli holds off Lando Norris in a race-long battle to win the Miami Grand Prix and take a commanding championship lead.

Jonathan Sutherland presents extended highlights of Hibernian v Celtic.

Mel and Peet Viljoen – currently detained in ICE detention centres – have accused police of stealing their luxury items…

Fans on X slammed the recent performance of Bongani Fassie, stating that his dance moves seem somewhat outdated.

Kristy Sarah reveals her therapist advised her to avoid dating for a year as she focuses on healing and self-growth.

Springbok and Munster lock Jean Kleyn and his wife, Aisling Kleyn, celebrate the exciting and inspiring arrival of their rainbow baby girl.

The race’s start time was brought forward by three hours due to the threat of heavy rainstorms, but it took place in largely hot and humid, overcast conditions.

Catch up on the biggest stories of Sunday, 3 May 2026 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.

Third-placed United open up a six-point lead over Liverpool and are guaranteed to finish in the top five.

Adams made a litany of accusations against the Saps and KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.

China’s bullet trains are fast, quiet, and punctual, and I’d easily take one over a plane if given the opportunity.

Audi’s F1 boss said entering the sport via a legacy team has proved more difficult than starting with a clean slate, as the German carmaker runs up against more established rivals.

The sudden resignation of SAA’s CEO and reports of criminal syndicates stealing aircraft parts have cast doubts over the airline’s viability.

TopAuto got behind the wheel of the South African-bound iCaur V27 on a recent trip to China.