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Curro founder Chris van der Merwe said he bought back 1% of his company from Naspers for R650,000, which later grew to R300 million.

Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Tuesday, 31 March 2026.

Warning signs across South Africa may warn, amuse and confuse, blending Latin names, local humour, and everyday encounters.

During Sotheni’s last appearance, he said that he didn’t know Attorney Eric Bryer.

I had emerged that Sergeant Nkosi allegedly worked with alleged criminal cartel leaders.

The suspects were nabbed during operation Shanela from Monday last week to Sunday.

Rabiu Kwankwaso joins the ADC, a coalition poised to take on President Tinubu in the 2027 elections.

The Artemis II spacesuits are designed to protect the astronauts during launch and landing, as well as possible emergency scenarios.

Michael Rousseau faced calls to resign for his English-only message after the fatal Air Canada collision at LaGuardia airport.

It follows a decision by the Spanish government to deny the US use of the two jointly run military bases in Andalusia.

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

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

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

African and Caribbean nations want countries which benefited from slavery to pay compensation but it will not be straightforward.

While a COVID-like lockdown is not currently on the cards for South Africa, work-from-home may become the most viable solution to address record fuel price hikes.

A farmer says rises in the cost of fertiliser since war began in the Middle East mean he is better off not using it.

Oil markets have been sensitive to Donald Trump’s comments on the war. But are traders growing less responsive?

The government has officially blacklisted over 50 companies from doing business with the state.

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

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

The SACP has decided to contest independently in the upcoming Local Government Elections

The conference failed to proceed after the EC High Court issued an interim order against it.

DR Congo face Jamaica in a World Cup play-off, hoping to reach the tournament for the first time since 1974, a campaign memorable for the wrong reasons.

The 2026 Two Oceans Marathon promises an exciting line-up of events from Thursday, 9 April to Sunday, 12 April 2026.

Republic of Ireland defender Dara O’Shea says the squad have had “closure” from their penalty shootout defeat to Czech Republic on Thursday which ended their World Cup dream.

Catching the train to the Bafana Bafana vs Panama match in Cape Town? Here are the details for secure park and ride stations…

The Green party leader said Ofsted is a ‘failed institution’ and that teaching should move ‘toward a genuinely collaborative model’

Starmer complained about other parties whipping up division, and he specifically criticised Nick Timothy, the shadow justice secretary, for “complaining about Muslims praying in public”.

Labour, by contrast, values bringing people together, he said.

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The University and College Union says the cuts would weaken the university’s appeal to students.

There’s truly a first time for everything as content creator Thandi Mzamo marked her first ever international trip at the age of 49.

Cape Town libraries cleared over R1.2m in overdue fines during Fine Free Week. Here are the most returned book titles…

The all-rounder completed his bowling spell and then apparently left the action to depart to the airport.

‘The 23 players are available … no injuries, no sickness, nothing,’ Broos told the pre-match press conference. 

Joburg’s most fashionable women lit up the scene in radiant orange at a luxe fashion afternoon celebration to remember.

Prim’s criminal history spans more than a decade.

The Bank of England has got an opportunity to bring these vital species into the spotlight, says Nicola Hutchinson

Your article on the Bank of England’s plans to feature nature on future banknotes (‘A toad is a perfect tenner’: experts recommend wild candidates for new banknotes, 21 March) underlines how deeply the natural world shapes our national identity. Yet it was striking that in...

A study by the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) and the National Planning Commission (NPC) has laid bare the scale of investment required to connect every South African household to high-speed broadband by 2035. The newly completed South Africa’s Digital Connectivity Investment Roadmap to 2035 provides a comprehensive assessment of the country’s progress toward universal broadband […]

Toyota has made substantial updates to the Land Cruiser 70 series in South Africa, improving after-sales support and revamping the model range.

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

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

Claire Harkin believes the experiences of people who are supporting loved ones with an addiction can be overlooked.