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Eastern Cape premier Oscar Mabuyane is taking EFF leader Julius Malema to court over statements made by Malema while addressing his supporters in KuGompo City last week about Mabuyane’s qualification saga at the University of Fort Hare.

India has dismissed as ‘uninformed’ comments shared by US President Donald Trump that described the country as a ‘hellhole’, saying they were inappropriate and inconsistent with the strong relationship between the two countries.

The Special Investigating Unit has welcomed the Special Tribunal’s ruling that has set aside the R85m tender awarded to ISF Shula Joint Venture for the construction of a concrete barrier wall along the border between KwaZulu‑Natal and Mozambique.

Two suspects have been killed during a shootout with police in the Kennedy Road informal settlement

The suspended TMPD Deputy Chief is accused of influencing an R800 million security contract.

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NPA in Gauteng set to add charges against Sotheni, who is accused of killing Marius van der Merwe

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their ceasefire for three weeks, President Trump says. And, the Trump administration is easing rules on medical marijuana.

The weather phenomenon struck parts of Enid, a city of about 50,000 people near the state’s northern border, according to the National Weather Service.

The veteran singer had made a counterclaim after four housekeepers sued him for alleged sexual assault.

India’s weather department has issued heatwave warnings in parts of northern India.

William Ruto says Kenyans speak “some of the best English in the world” while it is hard to understand Nigerians.

Cyril Ramaphosa said the suspension was because of the critical role Fannie Masemola plays in fighting crime.

Opposition parties accused the security forces of killing protesters but the official report does not say who was responsible.

At 17, Rasheed Wasiu was detained as security forces cracked down on protests against police brutality.

The Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) has announced a 4% pay hike for public servants, effective 1 April 2026.

Petrol price recoveries have reversed significantly in April, but not enough to prevent another massive hike at the pumps in May.

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Changes in the FTSE 100 and other indexes are not just for financial experts, they can affect our lives.

The Public Global Inequality Dialogue aims to address the global inequality crisis.

Julius Mkhwanazi faces charges of fraud, corruption and defeating the ends of justice.

Suspended TMPD Deputy Chief Umashi Dhlamini is implicated in tender rigging.

On Thursday, Major Lebogang Phiri from the Roads Policing division testified.

Brandon Petersen remains upbeat despite missing out on Bafana Bafana squad, viewing Hugo Broos’ admission as motivation to push harder.

Danny Rohl hopes captain James Tavernier can bring his Rangers career to a close with a “beautiful moment” by lifting the Scottish Premiership trophy.

Markus Muller will become the youngest-ever player to represent the Stormers when he takes the field against the Glasgow Warriors.

Sunderland’s Brian Brobbey should have been sent off for two yellow-card offences against Tottenham, a Premier League panel has ruled.

A Gauteng pensioner says the Older Persons Grant helps, but she believes part-time employment could transform lives for older South Africans.

Those caught up in the violence face arrest and prosecution.

The Bulls team that will face Scarlets in a URC match in Wales on Saturday is packed with Springbok players.

16 more suspensions have been enforced as part of ongoing disciplinary action

VMax’s new electric scooter has a secret menu that lets you unlock the top speed and engage cruise control.

Getting into Raya, the exclusive members-only dating app, has become nearly impossible for some. We met people who have waited as long as two, five, and even seven years to join.

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South Africa’s move to eight-year driving licences will go ahead, despite taking longer than expected.

There are currently 687,958 people waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales.

Drinking the odd pint of beer can provide “substantial levels” of an essential brain-boosting vitamin in your diet, according to new research in a respected journal.