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‘This was preventable’: Anger grows in Hong Kong as fire kills at least 83
Questions are mounting as to how the deadly fire spread so rapidly – and who should be held responsible.
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Questions are mounting as to how the deadly fire spread so rapidly – and who should be held responsible.

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The Palestinian Authority says the killings are a “war crime”, while an Israeli minister backed the soldiers.
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Fake it ’till you make it: How an SA arms company built UAE armoured vehicles
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In a shocking testimony before Parliament, ex-police minister Bheki Cele is accused of extorting R1 million from organized crime figure Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala, who is already embroiled in serious criminal charges. As Matlala reveals the twisted entanglement of crime and politics, he paints a picture

South Africa
Modack denies ownership of phones used to track Colonel Kinnear.

South Africa
Gwabini is the third witness to be called by the defense.

South Africa
Maburna is facing nine counts, including three of attempted murder.

South Africa
SAMA31 set to celebrate 31 years of South African music and culture on the 14th of December.

World
The Afghan man suspected of shooting two National Guard members entered the U.S. under the program in 2021. Here’s a look at why it was set up and how those who entered the U.S. were vetted.

World
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the Afghan man who allegedly shot two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., had served in one of Afghanistan’s elite counterterrorism units, according to a nonprofit run by people who served in Afghanistan.
World
A weakening Typhoon Fung-wong has departed the Philippines after killing at least two people, displacing 1.4 million, and destroying homes and roads across the country’s most populous island.

World
Dozens of people have been killed and hundreds remain unaccounted for after Wednesday’s blaze.

Africa
Gen Horta N’Tam is sworn in during a ceremony at the army headquarters.

Africa
Police search ex-President Chakwera’s residence after a suspect said the dogs were being kept there.

Africa
The US boycotted the G20 summit in Johannesburg over widely discredited claims of persecution of the white minority.

Africa
Efforts to negotiate an end to the war, which has displaced 12 million people, remain unfruitful.

Business
Three men have been arrested in dawn raids following a BBC News investigation into organised crime gangs operating on the High Street.

Business
A major shake-up of workers’ rights is on its way, but what impact will it have?

Business
Discovery CEO Adrian Gore said that leaders should recognise that a small group of highly productive individuals can make a significant difference.

Business
One of the world’s largest banking firms announces plans to build a new HQ “bigger than the Shard”.

Politics
The final report is expected on the 17th of March next year.

Politics
The office of the PP has been without a deputy for nearly two years.

Politics
MKP and Zuma are challenging President Ramaphosa’s decision to establish the Madlanga Commission.

Politics
He was grilled by evidence leader, Advocate Norman Arendse.

Sport
Rulani Mokwena, former coach of Mamelodi Sundowns, recently shared insights into his efforts to retain defender Malibongwe Khoza at the club. As Mokwena prepares to face his former team in the CAF Champions League with MC Alger, he reflected on the pivotal moments in Khoza’s career during an appearance on the African Five-a-side podcast. Mokwena […]
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Orlando Pirates have made a significant impact with their representation in the latest Bafana Bafana camps. A total of 12 players from the club have been included in the preliminary squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. This marks a notable presence compared to Mamelodi Sundowns, who have 10 players called […]
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Pitso Mosimane, a highly successful club coach in African football, expressed his delight at seeing former Mamelodi Sundowns players Sibusiso Vilakazi, Teko Modise, and Hlompho Kekana transition into television analysts. Mosimane, who has won three CAF Champions League titles and two bronze medals at the FIFA Club World Cup, is currently on a break from […]
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Sport
Orlando Pirates are making waves in the Betway Premiership, matching Mamelodi Sundowns with 25 points, only trailing by goal difference. The Buccaneers have played one game less than Sundowns, showcasing their strong performance on the field. Former midfielder Manqoba Ngwenya highlighted the Pirates’ impressive form, stating that they are playing with purpose and scoring a...
Education
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Education
Bridget Phillipson has reassured MPs that Send costs will not fall on core schools funding but on government budget
Ministers are to reduce the rising cost of funding special educational needs provision through their overhaul of the system, as they faced calls to explain how a £6bn funding hole would be paid for.
The government is under pressure to clarify how it will pay for special...
Education
[The Point] Take M, an academic pacesetting organisation that promotes education in The Gambia, has continued its unique efforts at building and developing the talents and intelligence quotients of Gambian students with strategic subjects or disciplines in learning.
Education
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda — Stanbic Bank Uganda has announced a transformative partnership with FinCom Technologies, the creators of the SchoolPay platform, to deliver the first fully digital lending solution for schools in the country.

Lifestyle
Thabo Bester found shaking? Trendy ‘tenderpreneur’ Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala wore head-to-toe designer labels in front of Parliament’s committee.

Lifestyle
Gareth Cliff has been accused of spreading disinformation about South Africa, as perpetuated by US President Donald Trump.
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Entertainment
A total of R550 000 in jackpots is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results for 27 November 2025.

Entertainment
The investigating officer in the attempted murder case facing Shebeshxt has testified that the man the popular Lekompo singer allegedly shot was in a coma for four days and is still in hospital following the shooting on October 19.

Entertainment
Catch up on the biggest stories of Thursday, 27 November 2025 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.

Entertainment
Realigning energy medians or chakras, said expert Annemarie Viviers, can have a substantially positive impact on your libido.
Science/Tech
quonset writes: Australia last updated their weather site a decade ago. In October, during one of the hottest days of the year, the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) revealed its new web site and was immediately castigated for doing so. Complaints ranged from a confusing layout to not being able to find information. Farmers were particularly incensed when they found out they could no longer input GPS...

Science/Tech
Materialists, Eddington, and Elf are just a few of the movies you should be watching on HBO Max this month.

Science/Tech
Prologue: The True Meaning of Long-Termism is Being Redefined In an era of constant global capital fluctuations and technology-driven financial structural reshaping, the asset management institutions that can truly endure cycles are not those betting on short-term noise, but those building interpretable, sustainable, and verifiable long-term growth frameworks. The birth of OneAssets Capital...
Science/Tech
The UK government will levy a pay-per-mile tax on electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles starting April 2028, UK’s finance minister Rachel Reeves announced, a measure designed to offset some of the fuel duty revenue that will disappear as drivers shift away from petrol and diesel cars. Electric vehicles will be charged 3 pence per mile and plug-in hybrids 1.5 pence per mile, payable annually...

Motoring
A prominent driving skills expert argues that South Africa should replace the GFL and RAF fuel levies with a new per-km tax.
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Motoring
Set to be revealed within the coming days or weeks, Opel has released the first official teaser image of the…

Motoring
Uber has announced the introduction of its first fleet of passenger electric vehicles in South Africa, called Uber Go Electric

Health
The sessions in December and January aim to bring people in Wolverhampton together during the colder months.
Health
The agency said it planned to craft a more comprehensive rule, but the move alarmed public health advocates, who have long worked to eliminate asbestos in consumer products.
Health
Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.
Health
The State Department warned employees not to use government funds for the occasion and to “refrain from publicly promoting World AIDS Day through any communication channels.”