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Venezuela’s military is practicing its readiness for war, as the US continues its troop build-up in the Caribbean.

Without built-in health protections, sanctions kill civilians as surely as bombs and bullets.

The defence in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial says it is ready to call a new witness.

Tshwane mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya says they are determined to reclaim the City.

Advocate Mpofu is questioning Trent on the criminal charges she laid against Zuma-Sambudla.

Two EMPD members have testified about Mkhwanazi’s alleged corruption and misconduct

Even if the government shutdown ends this week, flight disruptions are expected to linger. And, Google has launched a lawsuit targeting text message scammers.

Footage shows the moment Russia’s first anthropomorphic robot fell just seconds after its debut

Republicans sound confident the bill will pass, despite their narrow majority. Democrats vow to oppose it.

Hyein and Haerin will return to Ador following a legal dispute, the agency says, as fans worry about the K-pop group’s future.

Nigeria players refused to train ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup play-off against Gabon in a row over outstanding payments.

The Ndimande brothers returned after a lengthy battle to block their extradition from Eswatini.

They were not in court and have described the charges against them as “a legal farce”.

Mali has been paralysed by a fuel blockade, which has disrupted transport, schools, hospitals and more.

Government’s assessment over the last few months on budgeting effectively and efficiently, shows that the state could save R6.7 billion by removing low-priority or underperforming programmes over the medium term.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has announced a new inflation target of 3% following repeated calls from the Reserve Bank.

Finance minister Enoch Godongwana has announced an interim plan to cut Eskom’s mounting municipal debt, that will see the utility take over distribution in problematic areas.

The Afrika Mayibuye Movement hosts a media briefing to provide an update on latest developments.

Inquiry into alleged criminality, political interference and corruption in criminal justice.

The trial of Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla continues at the Durban High Court on Wednesday.

ANC in Gauteng denies protecting the suspended EMPD Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi

Black Lions coach Owen da Gama has praised Kaizer Chiefs loanee Xolani Cossa, calling the 21-year-old defender a true professional.

BBC Sport has been looking at possible ways of changing football – but what impact could different laws have on tactics?

England defender Alex Greenwood signs a new deal extending her stay at Manchester City to 2027.

Racing Bulls apologise after a video appeares to show a team member making a thumbs-down gesture as Lando Norris collects the winner’s trophy at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.

With Cape Town sweltering under unseasonably hot November temperatures, many residents may be eager to cool off.

The crypto market is witnessing a historic policy shift as the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee releases its long-awaited draft bill to restructure digital asset regulation. This new framework, led by Chairman John Boozman (R-AR) and Ranking Member Cory Booker (D-NJ), aims to provide clarity and stability in a space often criticized for its fragmented oversight.  […]

Vodacom has signed a deal to offer Starlink services in Africa, but there are no immediate plans to launch in South Africa.

Meta’s messaging app offers free access to the AI chatbot, but only until January 2026.

Why slather on concealer when you can just stick on a pimple patch?

First completely new generation Tiggo 8 in eight years seats five and retains the same engines as before, but with significantly more grunt.

The firm, responsible for the outgoing Pro-4X Warrior available since March in South Africa, has been tasked with retuning the newcomer’s suspension.

Tammy McDaid is raising funds to help her make memories with her son Tate.