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Sturgeon showed ‘remarkable lack of curiosity’ over SNP finances, says former MP
The former SNP MP has called for an independent inquiry into how Peter Murrell was able to embezzle more than £400,000.
TUESDAY, 26 MAY 2026, 15:15

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The former SNP MP has called for an independent inquiry into how Peter Murrell was able to embezzle more than £400,000.
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50 years of television in South Africa reveals a transformation from a government-controlled propaganda outlet to a platform for diverse voices and democratic expression.

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Kaizer Chiefs seek a new coach after parting with Kaze and Ben Youssef.
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Safa president Danny Jordaan was recently back in court for his fraud case, which was once again postponed. A day before this latest appearance, four critics of the soccer boss were permanently ousted from the federation by way of a vote.
South Africa
Stats SA: household access to basic services improves over 23 years
Household access to improved water, sanitation and electricity has improved significantly over the past 23 years, according to Statistics South Africa’s 2025 General Household Survey.
The survey, conducted annually since 2002, tracks development progress and highlights persistent service-delivery gaps across South...

South Africa
Gauteng Traffic Police have warned taxi patrolling groups against stopping & intimidating motorists
South Africa
Special Tribunal grants freezing order on businessman’s luxury home
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has obtained a freezing order from the Special Tribunal to preserve a luxury Alberton home linked to businessman Thapelo Samuel Buthelezi.
In May last year, the tribunal ordered that Buthelezi’s companies pay back undue benefits gleaned from R500 million worth of unlawful...
South Africa
Dtic dismantles barriers to inclusive growth
The Chief Director of Transformation and Competition at the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), Takalani Tambani, says the department will continue to dismantle economic barriers and foster inclusive growth in South Africa.
Tambani was speaking at the Kgodiso Development Fund stakeholder engagement held in...

World
The U.S. military has launched new attacks on Iran while talks to end the conflict are ongoing. And, the Department of Justice is using a new tactic in immigration courts to accelerate deportations.

World
The driver and passengers of the car managed to escape before the bridge gave way in Xiaogan.

World
Survivors of a suspected drone strike while fishing in the Eastern Pacific seek restitution after claiming they were forced onto a boat and handed over to Salvadoran officials, with no charges filed.

World
As Kyiv recovers from a Russian attack that hit every district in the Ukrainian capital, Ukraine continues long-range strikes on Russia’s war machine even as the Kremlin threatens more strikes.

Africa
As speaker, Sonko could use his position to challenge the policies of the president, his one-time ally.

Africa
The governor of Ituri said the more time they lose, the closer the province is to disaster.

Africa
Malawi’s industrial strategy has achieved only 40% of its targets, while core industrial capacity continues to weaken

Africa
Contributions from controversial regional figures revive scrutiny over governance and political influence

Business
Café owners and others in Gorey tell the BBC a new freight pricing model is driving up costs.
Business

Business
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa filed a lawsuit that aims to stop parliament from instituting impeachment proceedings against him.

Business
Senior independent director Amanda Blanc says the board has been “surprised and disappointed” to learn of the issues.

Politics
NA speaker released the names of members who will serve on the Impeachment Committee.

Politics
The JCPS will ensure that laws are enforced to monitor protests against illegal immigrants.

Politics
The deadline for the submission of the names by political parties was last week Friday.

Politics
The ANC faces mounting political pressure in eThekwini after municipal leaders were grilled by Parliament’s Scopa over R6.4 billion in irregular expenditure, governance failures and corruption allegations. Analysts warn the fallout could weaken the party before the local government elections in November

Sport
BBC Sport assesses the impact made by Liverpool’s six signings last summer that totalled a record £415m.

Sport
For over two decades, Stan Wawrinka built a career defined by resilience, passion, and fearless shot-making.

Sport
Ben Davies returns from a serious ankle injury while Connor Roberts could play his first game in a year for Wales against Ghana and Romania.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly decided to part ways with co-coaches Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze following the expiry of their contracts.
Education
[Nile Post] Most primary and secondary schools in Kagadi District registered low learner turnout on the first day of reopening, with school administrators attributing the situation mainly to financial challenges faced by parents.
Education
[This Day] A Primary six pupil of Sanya Nursery and Primary School, Aguda, Enora Onasanya, has won a fully funded six years scholarship to a private secondary school in Lagos after emerging overall winner of the 14th Annual Quiz and Debate Competition organised by Total Child Educational Foundation.
Education
[This Day] Awka, Anambra State — Nigeria’s educational crisis did not begin in one generation, nor can it be healed by slogans, political speeches or the construction of a few magnificent buildings.
Education
[This Day] Fintech company, OPay has opened applications for the 2026 edition of its scholarship initiative as part of its N1.2 billion, 10-year education commitment, while unveiling a N10 million innovation challenge in partnership with Google aimed at equipping Nigerian students with digital and problem-solving skills.

Lifestyle
Nandi Madida celebrated Zakes Bantwini’s birthday with a heartfelt message and a luxurious Rolex-inspired cake.
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Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
On paper, the LDV Terron 9 has the spec and price tag to make waves in the premium double cab bakkie segment. But getting to experience one firsthand remains elusive.

Entertainment
Capitec’s Business Banking Account is designed with simplicity in mind, combining practical tools with reliable technology.

Entertainment
The pair were given a contract until the end of the season to lead the side after Nasreddine Nabi quit the club in September.

Entertainment
Flagship SABC 2 telenovela Pimville has been discontinued with immediate effect following a contractual fallout with Bakwena Productions.

Science/Tech
AI trading bots are no longer tools only for advanced crypto traders. In 2026, many beginners are also looking for free or low-entry platforms that can help them monitor markets, automate trading workflows, and explore smarter profit opportunities without building a complicated system from scratch. That is why searches for free AI trading bots, AI […]

Science/Tech
The finalised AI policy is still due by the end of the financial year, after the draft was withdrawn due to “fictitious” AI input.

Science/Tech
Today, organisations are forced to manage multiple cyber security crises across their global footprint, says Brunswick Group.

Science/Tech
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman now says he was wrong to fear AI would wipe out entry-level white-collar jobs.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
Health
Lenacapavir, which protects people from H.I.V. infection with twice-yearly shots, is arriving in a country where the health system has been hollowed out by American aid cuts.

Health
Most cases are in the Northern Territory with some also in Western Australia, South Australia and Queensland.

Health
Health experts in Jersey say the change helps people realise it is not an ovaries-only condition.
Health
A single infusion of an experimental gene-editing drug seemed to reduce LDL long-term in a small trial. The results may point to something “curative,” one expert said.