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The Pietermaritzburg high court has ruled that the criminal case against former president Jacob Zuma and french arms deal Thales should continue, irrespective of any interlocutory application.

Abdul Halim Khan would tell young girls they needed “curing” from “bad spirits”. The BBC has spoken to two of his victims about their experiences.

Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Friday, 15 May 2026.

Members of the Progressive Caucus walked out during President Cyril Ramaphosa’s oral reply session

Seven have been hospitalised and 13 escaped without injuries. Police say the vehicle was overloaded

A vessel said to be a “floating armoury” in the Gulf of Oman has been seized by Iranian military personnel, according to reports.

A police investigation is underway in the Philippines, with suspicions that the incident was staged to help Sen. Ronald dela Rosa escape.

Former Power Minister Saleh Mamman was convicted last week – but the authorities do not know his whereabouts.

President Trump is vying to make deals with China during his visit with President Xi Jinping. And, the Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh as the next leader of the Federal Reserve.

The Trump administration waives a $15,000 visa bond for fans from five countries who have World Cup tickets, but African fans still face challenges.

At the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Makhtar Diop calls for bold investment, private sector leadership and structural reforms

Rebel fighters and Rwandan troops are accused of committing atrocities after capturing the DR Congo city of Uvira in December.

Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe admits to errors following the chaotic Afcon final between Morocco and Senegal which dented Caf’s reputation.

A small town that depends on a paper mill is at risk as the company faces a challenging operating environment, partly due to cheap imports.

South Africa’s most populated province has spent more than R124 million on 960 CCTV surveillance cameras across its cities.

The BBC has heard concerns about poverty and cost of living from St Helier Central voters.

The question about Mchunu’s possible dismissal was a follow up question from Democratic Alliance MP

Abrahams says that he had a proper relationship with then Justice Minister Michael Masutha.

ActionSA says they want their criminal case against Sisisi Tolashe to run its course.

President Cyril Ramaphosa responds to questions in the National Assembly

Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler says he “is not sure yet” if Japan winger Kaoru Mitoma will be fit to play in the 2026 World Cup.

Wilfried Nancy describes his 33-day tenure as Celtic manager as a “beautiful experience” but contends it’s a “no brainer” that he didn’t get long enough to change the culture and impose his way of doings things at the club.

Former Orlando Pirates defender Ayanda Gcaba has highlighted a few things Abdeslam Ouaddou changed in the team.

Nico O’Reilly has fond memories of his last trip to Wembley and the Manchester City player will be aiming for a repeat in Saturday’s FA Cup final.

Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo has praised SA mining mogul MySol amid social media comparisons over wealth and lavish lifestyles.

Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus will be given his flowers, whilst he is still alive, by President Cyril Ramaphosa…

The Free State education department says psychosocial support has been arranged for a Grade 3 pupil following an alleged assault by a teacher.

The most recent crime figures from the last quarter of 2025 show an 8.1% drop in reported carjackings compared with the same period in 2024.

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Erik Fleming admitted to supplying ketamine to the ‘Friends’ actor

San Salvador, El Salvador  – Bitget Wallet Card, a top crypto debit card for everyday spending, today announced the launch of its Ride Cashback Campaign across Latin America. Running from April to May 2026, the campaign rewards eligible users with cashback on qualifying ride-hailing transactions, bringing real-world crypto card utility to one of the region’s […]

Pioneering and controversial geneticist who was one of the first to sequence the human genome, in part by using his own DNA

At the international BioVision conference in Lyon in February 2001, the geneticist Craig Venter performed a remarkable piece of scientific barnstorming. Human beings possess far fewer genes than science had ever realised, he announced. We have about 30,000, far lower than...

The companies believe the merger will accelerate broadband rollout into historically underserved areas and help bridge the country’s digital divide.

The new Chery Q is set to become one of South Africa’s most affordable electric cars when it launches later this year.

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy and her department are considering more widespread tolling on South Africa’s roads.

Just how bad for you is eating sugar? And why is fruit still a good option – even though it has lots of sugar?