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Student union demands action after NSFAS pays deceased students
SAUS says the ‘serious institutional failure’ erodes public trust in NSFAS
TUESDAY, 31 MARCH 2026, 08:48

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SAUS says the ‘serious institutional failure’ erodes public trust in NSFAS

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Remgro is moving ahead with its R16.3 billion deal to acquire full ownership of Mediclinic’s Southern African operations.

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Broadcasters from 10 countries, including South Korea and the Philippines, will be taking part.

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Entrepreneur hopes his business will eventually create job opportunities for young people interested in agriculture

South Africa
The 22-year-old faces 14 counts of murder following the crash in which 14 learners died.

South Africa
Wacha Mkhukhu Wachumlilo has won the Best Gospel Group award at the Thobela FM Awards.

South Africa
Residents of Ivory Park have threatened to not participate in the elections.

South Africa
The enquiry is probing his fitness to hold office.

World
The country rock artist posted footage on Saturday of himself saluting the aircraft from his outdoor pool.

World
California has renamed Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day after the labour-rights icon was accused of sexual abuse.

World
Drivers are queuing for hours at petrol stations in Myanmar as the Iran war continues to send shockwaves across the globe.

World
Regulator eSafety says it has concerns about how Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube are complying with the ban.

Africa
The raid led to revenge attacks in Jos, with 22 reported dead so far in one of the most volatile parts of the country.

Africa
Veron Mosengo-Omba, a controversial figure, leaves at a turbulent time for African football.

Africa
The craze for collecting ants takes Kenya by surprise as smugglers zone in to make a profit.

Africa
Senegal parade the Africa Cup of Nations trophy before Saturday’s friendly match against Peru in Paris – despite being stripped of the title earlier this month.
Business
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Business
Well over 100 petrol stations are temporarily dry, putting major strain on the country’s fuel delivery system as motorists rush to fill up before record-high prices kick in.

Business
Sthembiso Dlamini is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Quadrupleplay and a strong advocate for bringing connectivity to rural and underserved communities.

Politics
Loyiso Masuku defeated Dada Morero to become ANC’s Johannesburg regional chairperson.

Politics
The party some challenges remain, especially with the inconsistency of the membership system.

Politics
High Court in an electronic court order uploaded on caselines dismissed the part A application.

Politics
The court found that their failure to follow correct legal process rendered the application invalid.

Sport
Ghana dismiss manager Otto Addo, 72 days before the start of the 2026 World Cup, following a run of defeats.

Sport
Gary Dicker and Steven Naismith explain why Scotland picked Charlotte FC as their World Cup base.

Sport
Today’s news roundup.

Sport
Wales host Northern Ireland in a friendly in Cardiff on Tuesday because both teams lost their World Cup play-off semi-finals on Thursday.
Education
[Nigeria Health Watch] Success, 13, did not panic when she got her first period. ‘I was educated early,’ she recalled, ‘I simply used a sanitary pad and carried on with my day.’ In many Nigerian communities, that kind of confidence is still not common for girls entering puberty. Success is a student at a school in the Jiwa community, a peri-urban area in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory...
Education
[Dabanga] Sudanese university professors continued an open-ended nationwide strike for a second day yesterday, with organisers reporting near total participation, as security forces reportedly arrested academics and dispersed protest vigils at several institutions.

Education
Clowns in Bolivia are upset by mandate that stops schools hosting events from which they earn a living
Dozens of clowns have marched through the streets of Bolivia’s capital to protest against a government decree that limits extracurricular activities in schools, threatening their livelihoods.
Wearing full face paint and their signature red noses, the clowns gathered on Monday in front of the...
Education
After a university in Tehran was struck during the war, Iranian leaders said that the outposts of U.S. schools were “legitimate targets.”

Lifestyle
Thousands of foreign nationals in South Africa are about to lose their legal status when visa concessions cease on 31 March 2026 …

Lifestyle
Princess Beatrice is reportedly considering a move to the US following the scandal surrounding her father, Andrew’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Lifestyle
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company’s ‘Local is Lekker’ discounted ticket special has been extended until next month.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
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Entertainment
Unions and farmers urge government to slash fuel levies as rising prices and shortages threaten jobs, food supply and economic stability.

Entertainment
The arrest of senior officers raises hopes for justice, but questions remain over prosecutorial consistency and risks of mishandling the case.

Entertainment
The 73-year-old medical practitioner, appeared before the Specialised Commercial Crimes Court.

Science/Tech
Orlando, Florida – The landscape of student life is changing. Today, US college students face unprecedented levels of academic pressure and social anxiety. To address this, a new platform has arrived to provide a digital sanctuary. YourSecret is a groundbreaking anonymous chat app that seamlessly blends private communication with accessible mental health support, creating a […]

Science/Tech
The Copilot updates come as Microsoft’s shares head for their worst quarter since the 2008 financial crisis.

Science/Tech
MTN Group sees itself evolving into a digital infrastructure platform with AI as a key revenue driver.

Science/Tech
Get the latest Litter-Robot Discounts on Litter-Robot self-cleaning litter boxes, accessories, and more.

Motoring
With rising prices, fluctuating interest rates, and constant changes to credit requirements, structuring finance correctly is as important as choosing the right car.

Motoring
The Bram Fischer International Airport is getting much-needed upgrades.

Motoring
The all-new, 7-seater Mitsubishi Destinator has arrived in South Africa.
Motoring

Health
Researchers says millions of people globally could be carriers of the faulty gene behind the disorder.

Health
David Slater, 72, says ministers need to step up and sort out issues with the medication.

Health
Claire Harkin believes the experiences of people who are supporting loved ones with an addiction can be overlooked.
Health
Cohen Miles-Rath heard voices telling him to kill his father. After they passed, he spent years retracing the path of his delusions.