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SARS goes on the hunt for R500 billion
SARS is ramping up its “SARS 3.0” strategy to recover over R518 billion in undisputed tax debt, intensifying audits and debt collection.
THURSDAY, 19 MARCH 2026, 14:26

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SARS is ramping up its “SARS 3.0” strategy to recover over R518 billion in undisputed tax debt, intensifying audits and debt collection.
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Thailand’s Anutin Charnvirakul sailed through a parliamentary vote on Thursday to become the first reelected prime minister in two decades, a fresh mandate that could bring rare stability for the turbulent politics of the Southeast Asian nation.
South Africa
Employment a ‘foremost priority’ – President Cyril Ramaphosa
Job creation is government’s most pressing matter, as South Africa works to translate hard won economic gains into sustainable and tangible livelihoods for millions of citizens.
This according to President Cyril Ramaphosa, who delivered the keynote address at the News24 On the Record Summit, which kicked off at the Cape...

South Africa
Case against Tebogo Mnisi, who is linked to the killing of two Mamelodi cousins is postponed to May

South Africa
The High Court in Durban dismissed his urgent application to interdict the police’s inspection.

South Africa
From mineral exploration to the world of financial services, artificial intelligence is changing the way businesses operate in Africa. One area that may be most impacted by this technological revolution is a place that receives relatively little attention in this context: the creative economy. For generations, storytelling has been one of the strongest tools for […]

World
The former counter-terrorism head resigned on Tuesday over the war with Iran, saying the country posed “no imminent threat” to the US.

World
Attacks on gas facilities by Israel and Iran have escalated the war and impacted global markets. And, renowned union leader and labor rights advocate Cesar Chavez is accused of sexual abuse and rape.

World
Iran struck Qatar’s massive gas facility after Israel targeted Iran’s gas field, putting global energy supplies at risk.

World
NPR’s Steve Inskeep speaks with Nate Swanson, former director for Iran at the National Security Council, about what President Trump understood about Iran before going to war.

Africa
The conflict has persisted despite a peace deal signed by DR Congo and Rwanda in December.

Africa
Hunting for the horns and meat, Ugandan poachers once wiped out the southern white rhinos from the country.

Africa
Moroccans feel justice has been done but the Senegalese are angry after being stripped of the title.

Africa
Zhang Kequn was found with the large consignment of ants in his luggage at a Nairobi airport.

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

Business
Analysts fear the disruption to supply could continue for longer than initially thought.

Business
The latest data from Stats SA on marriages and divorces in the country shows that South Africans are losing interest in getting hitched—while divorces are on the rise.

Business
The two positions in South Tyneside will focus on school uniform and access to activities.

Politics
Deputy President Paul Mashatile to answer questions in the National Assembly.

Politics
The commission heard how Tshwane’s CFO Gareth Mnisi sent Sgt Nkosi a letter from the Hawks.

Politics
The IFP has claimed victory in all three by-elections that were held in KwaZulu-Natal Wednesday

Politics
The Madlanga Commission continues with the cross-examination of Sgt Nkosi.

Sport
Europe’s top leagues are summoned to a meeting with Uefa to discuss how VAR technology is being used.

Sport
London City Lionesses and Spain defender Jana Fernandez talks to Alex Scott about adjusting to life in the WSL after moving from Barcelona, in a new episode of Eat & Yap which you can watch in full on BBC iPlayer.

Sport
Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt returns from England’s training camp in South Africa for family reasons.

Sport
Paul Stirling says “it feels like the right time to move into a new chapter” after stepping down as Ireland T20 captain.

Education
Rulings in cases alleging antisemitism on US campuses say common pro-Palestinian speech is constitutionally protected
Few debates from the last few years have been more contentious than whether criticism of Israel and Zionism is antisemitic, threatens Jewish people or violates their civil rights. Allegations of antisemitism have cost people jobs, provided pretexts for censorship and fueled an...
Education
New York parents can’t always afford to live in neighborhoods with good public schools, and other options are more expensive than ever.
Education
[GroundUp] Elunyaweni Primary in Ugie in the Eastern Cape has five full pit latrines for 160 learners; nearby ET Thabane Primary has broken classrooms
Education
[Afrobarometer] Most citizens say police and courts need to do more to protect women and girls against discrimination and harassment.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Showmax has revealed when it will cease operation on its platforms, and what happens to current subscriptions thereafter…

Lifestyle
Music icon Lira proved that there are other ways to grieve a loved one, as she wore her late mother’s dress to her birthday celebration.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Springbok Ethan Hooker returns to join André Esterhuizen in the midfield, while Blitzbok Luan Giliomee makes his debut for the Sharks at fullback.

Entertainment
ActionSA says it will act decisively if wrongdoing is uncovered, after details emerged at the Madlanga commission

Entertainment
‘He (Zwane) makes the players around him better,’ said Broos.

Entertainment
Muslims began fasting on 19 February 2026.

Science/Tech
The fine includes £450,000 for lack of age checks to prevent children from seeing pornography.

Science/Tech
Lightweight shoes now dominate the trails, so do you still need boots? Here’s how to choose the right footwear for your outdoor adventures.

Science/Tech
Disney+ and Hulu dropped the official trailer for the highly anticipated “Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special.” “Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special” will be released on Disney+ and Hulu on Tuesday, 24 March — 20 years to the day that the original series debuted on Disney Channel. “Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special” is a love letter to fans, […]

Science/Tech
Ever wanted a complete Dolby Atmos cinema packed into a big wheelie case?

Motoring
Motorists in South Africa can waste hundreds of rand in petrol letting the engine run for extended periods.

Motoring
The all-new Haval H7 Black Edition has landed in South Africa.

Motoring
Haval has officially launched a plug-in hybrid version of the popular H6 SUV in South Africa.

Motoring
South Africa’s National Treasury signalled it has little room to mitigate against the impact of a looming fuel-price shock stemming from the war in the Middle East.
Health
In India, China and several other nations, Novo Nordisk is on the verge of losing patent protection for its blockbuster weight loss drug, opening the door for cheaper competing versions.

Health
Meningitis infections result from close and prolonged physical contact and spreads more slowly than Covid.
Health
The outbreak has sickened people in California, Texas and Florida. The agency said Cheddar cheese products from Raw Farm are “the likely source,” but the company denies it and has not recalled them.
Health
A new study found that women who went through so-called premature menopause had 40 percent more fatal and nonfatal heart attacks over the course of their lives.