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The government says overturning the ban would limit ministers’ counter-terrorism powers.

The case over OpenAI’s history and public commitments could have major implications for the future of AI.

And, MPs vote against Starmer facing parliamentary inquiry over Mandelson vetting.

SANEF chairperson Makhudu Sefara has stepped aside as chairperson pending an investigation.

Public Interest SA says the lodging of a criminal complaint does not constitute a finding of guilt.

Investigations revealed the funds never reached their intended beneficiaries.

Accused number 2, Bongani Ntanzi, has been on the stand at the Senzo Meyiwa trial.

In an address to the U.S. Congress, King Charles told lawmakers that “time and again, our two countries have always found ways to come together,” and called for “reconciliation and renewal.”

The indictment stems from a 2025 photo of seashells posted by Comey that critics have said encouraged violence against the US president.

Nicole Minetti was convicted of facilitating prostitution in connection with the notorious “bunga bunga” parties at Silvio Berlusconi’s villa.

Anant Ambani – son of Asia’s richest man Mukesh Ambani – says he can take care of the animals roaming free since the drug lord’s death.

South Africa’s president says people’s concerns should not “breed… hatred towards fellow Africans”.

The military came to power to bolster security but the weekend’s attacks have brought that into question.

He says his words were intended to be a private conversation and were “taken out of context”.

Three civilians and seven gunmen were killed in an area where there has been a protracted chieftaincy dispute.

The Cape Town Edition, an ultra-luxury hotel and private residences within the V&A Waterfront, will launch soon and has already started advertising new positions.

It will have little effect on the current oil blockades, but it could change everything afterwards.

The United Arab Emirates will leave OPEC, dealing a blow to the group and its leader, Saudi Arabia, as the global oil industry grapples with the massive supply disruption caused by the Iran war. 

The first draft report has been shared with committee members.

The Commission will resume on Thursday with a new witness.

Chair Mbuyiseli Madlanga says Brown Mogotsi resumes testimony at the Madlanga Inquiry

AG’s office will be evaluating some of these issues for the upcoming audit cycle.

FIFA World Cup 2026 is around the corner. Here’s when it gets under way as well as the details of Bafana Bafana’s opening fixture.

Kaizer Chiefs return to Betway Premiership action on Wednesday evening as they travel to Bloemfontein to face Siwelele FC at Toyota Stadium.

Former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane believes English Premier League side Aston Villa is the best fit for Relebohile Mofokeng.

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos is expected to name his preliminary World Cup squad in the coming days. Who makes the list?

Peet Viljoen – the husband of ‘Real Housewives’ Mel Viljoen – has backtracked on his comments praising US President Donald Trump.

South Africa’s cultural community is in mourning following the death of internationally acclaimed opera singer Mimi Coertse.

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South Africa’s temporary fuel price relief measures have been extended.

South African used car buyers are choosing one model over the rest.

South Africa’s reliance on imported fuel has had a major impact on the local refining industry.