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Transnet’s inability to meet demand with its freight logistics is severely constraining South Africa’s growth.

Arena Holdings photographers Masi Losi, Refilwe Kholomonyane and Veli Nhlapho capture the first day of the DA 2026 Federal Congress taking place at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand

Finbar Sullivan, 21, was fatally stabbed at Primrose Hill in north London.

The SAA board and Transport Minister Barbara Creecy confirmed John Lamola’s departure on Friday.

The family will be laid to rest in Xikundu village this  Saturday morning.

Four other people were wounded and taken to the hospital following the incident.

The history making crew is back after splashing into the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego.

India’s satirists are turning Prime Minister Narendra Modi into a punch line — and the government is hitting back.

NPR visits the last detention camp for ISIS wives and children in an increasingly precarious northeastern Syria.

Ismail Omar Guelleh, 78, has extended his already 27-year rule in a poll boycotted by the main opposition candidates.

Hard rock enthusiast Sanae Takaichi beamed as she met the rockers in her Tokyo office.

The once close-knit community of Ngogo chimpanzees have been at loggerheads for the last eight years.

The 43-year-old denies the charge and has been released on bail and had to surrender his passport.

The foreign minister says the accusations, involving children, were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated.

The state department has also asked US citizens to “reconsider” travel plans to the West African country.

While human error is often the main cause of accidents, experts warn that there is a growing threat on South African roads that needs more attention.

A silicon metal smelter, the only one of its kind in South Africa, could be forced to shut down due to unsustainable power costs. 

Despite holding the Woolworths brand, Woolworths Financial Services is controlled by Absa.

Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Saturday, 11 April 2026.

About 2,000 delegates from across the country are attending the two-day elective conference

Over 2,000 DA delegates are expected to elect new leadership.

The congress comes as the DA seeks to redefine its role in the government of national unity.

More than 2000 delegates are expected to attend the DA’s federal congress, this weekend

Kaizer Chiefs host TS Galaxy in the Betway Premiership at the FNB Stadium with a chance to cement third place. Here’s the expected starting line up.

Head coach Sean Lynn is under pressure to deliver a win in his second campaign in charge of Wales.

SA Rugby president Mark Alexander has mourned the passing of long-serving Stormers team manager Christopher ‘Chippie’ Solomon.

Quewin Nortje arrives in Hong Kong battle-ready after a tough Stellenbosch training block, targeting a first tournament win in the Far East.

Temporary limit in England and Wales won’t stop many facing higher charges from autumn due to jump in inflation from Iran war

Government caps some student loan interest at 6%

Some students and graduates are likely to pay slightly less interest on their student loans than expected as a result of action taken by the government this week.

But while many higher earners will benefit from the news...

Johannesburg will host its first Open Streets Sunday this weekend, following the success of Cape Town’s Bree Street initiative.

May 2026 SASSA Old-Age Grants will normalise following a series of disruptions either side of the Easter long weekend. Here’s the latest …

The party has not had this role since it was founded with the amendment for a deputy leader dividing the Congress.

You can’t launch a R1-million double cab bakkie into South Africa and not draw comparisons to Ranger and Hilux.

The driver has been urged to hand himself over to authorities.

Steenhuisen served as DA federal leader for two terms.

You don’t need a car to tote around kids and cup holders. I rode cargo ebikes for miles to find the best one for your buck.

Plus: Iran’s internet blackout hits the 1,000-hour mark, cryptocurrency scams result in a record amount of money stolen from Americans, and more.

Scientists have quantified what draws mosquitoes to people—which could help make better, life-saving bug traps.

South Africa is home to a good number of off-road SUVs, but not too many budget options.

Tesla recently launched in an African country with a car market less than half the size of South Africa’s.

Keeping your tyres in good condition could help you save money on fuel.

People who carry variations in two genes linked to appetite and digestion can lose more weight when taking drugs such as Wegovy and Mounjaro to treat obesity, research suggests.

Phoebe was told she’d be treated as a mental health patient if she kept returning to A&E.