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Getting behind the wheel of a car like the Mazda 3 reminds one of certain strong suits mastered by legacy brands.
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Getting behind the wheel of a car like the Mazda 3 reminds one of certain strong suits mastered by legacy brands.
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Recent events have highlighted the challenge facing local franchises across a marathon northern hemisphere season where quality in depth is paramount – although the Stormers are relatively well placed.

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Smith scored a consolation goal for Detroit City as Dithejane received his marching orders a few minutes later in the US Open Cup.

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Finbar Sullivan, 21, died after being stabbed at the London beauty spot on 7 April

South Africa
Albert Mazibuko passed away on Easter Sunday at the age of 77.
South Africa
North West Treasury warns of false tender award messages
The North West Provincial Treasury has issued a warning about fraudulent communications currently circulating that falsely claim a tender has been awarded by the department.
According to the department, individuals and businesses are being contacted regarding the alleged awarding of a tender identified as “BID NWP002/25 for...
South Africa
Home Affairs to lead identity campaign in Escourt
Home Affairs Deputy Minister Njabulo Nzuza will on Friday lead an Identity Document (ID) Campaign and High Impact Outreach Programme in Escourt, KwaZulu-Natal, bringing essential government services closer to the people.
“This programme is dedicated to ensuring that every qualifying member of the community has access to the...
South Africa
dtic to lead public participation session on Vaal Special Economic Zone
Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Zuko Godlimpi and Gauteng Economic Development, Agriculture and Rural Development MEC Vuyiswa Ramokgopa will lead an interactive public participation session on the planned designation of the proposed Vaal Special Economic Zone (SEZ).
The session will be hosted by...

World
As fuel protests bring Ireland to a standstill and UK leaders decry price hikes driven by the Iran war, Europe — barely recovered from the energy shock of the Ukraine war — faces another crisis.

World
The International Monetary Fund expects the Iran war to slow the global economy and raise inflation. NPR’s Michel Martin discusses the forecast with Simon Johnson, a former IMF chief economist.

World
NPR’s A Martinez speaks with Italian journalist Viviana Mazza {vee-VYAAN-ah MAH-tsah} about President Trump’s criticism of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, one of few remaining allies in Europe.

World
The conflict, which erupted in 2023, has left behind a human toll which is “simply staggering”, reports the BBC’s Barbara Plett Usher.

Africa
Roelf Meyer played a key role as a negotiator during talks to end white-minority rule in South Africa.

Africa
Diesel prices rise by a record margin despite a reduction in value added tax.

Africa
As the conflict enters its fourth year, journalist Mohamed Suleiman shudders at what has been lost.

Africa
The separatists say their decison reflects responsibility, restraint and respect for human dignity.

Business
Mid-month projections from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) show that motorists and other fuel users are in for more pain in May.

Business
The UK is “sleepwalking” into bad deal on Thames Water says a frustrated rival bidder.

Business
A court case against Home Affairs’ 6,500% increase to its Online Verification Service has been withdrawn.
Business

Politics
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the appointment on Tuesday.

Politics
The TRC Cases Inquiry is taking place in Newtown, Johannesburg.

Politics
The Madlanga Commission continues hearing witness testimony on Wednesday.

Politics
EFF leader Julius Malema is set to appear for the final heads of arguments for pre-sentencing.

Sport
Former Wales fly-half Rhys Patchell will link up with his old boss Wayne Pivac at Benetton next season in an assistant coach role.

Sport
Vilakazi’s honesty about his school struggles highlights the journey behind his growing influence at Kaizer Chiefs.

Sport
Three sides are battling for the Scottish title this season, but when was the last time there such a close contest?

Sport
Thirty-one teams have reached the Champions League semi-finals since the tournament’s rebrand in 1992-93.
Education
The “Miniature Wife” star on why she and her husband have chosen each other, over and over again.
Education
With new limits on federal lending, many students will need private loans and some could be shut out. See the data, program by program.
Education
[Daily Maverick] The Department of Basic Education is seeking to permanently end the quiet expulsion of pregnant learners. Draft regulations propose an ironclad academic safety net and mandatory reporting laws, though legal advocates warn that schools are still actively finding ways to push expecting teens out of the system.

Education
Often referred to as the “dyslexia of numbers”, dyscalculia is thought to affect one in 20 people.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Durban is about to go topsy-turvy with the Museum of Illusions in town.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
As fuel prices increase and the cost of living continues to rise, many South Africans have turned to carpooling as a way to manage daily travel expenses.

Entertainment
It’s about movement and more meaning than just working up a sweat. This is why dance is the new workout trend.

Entertainment
The event will take place at Desi Raves 2026 on 18 April at the Heartfelt Arena in Pretoria.

Entertainment
The review of the history curriculum has been underway since 2019, when former minister Angie Motshekga ordered a redesign of the content.

Entertainment
A truck carrying explosives, allegedly entering South Africa from Zimbabwe near Musina, was intercepted.
Science/Tech
Recipe apps and artificial intelligence can give you a boost, but free tools already on your device can also assist with meal planning and preparation.
Science/Tech
For us to trust it on certain subjects, researchers in the growing field of interpretability might need to learn how to open the black box of its brain.
Science/Tech
MatPat, Miranda Sings, Grace Helbig and WheezyWaiter hit it big on YouTube long before it became a behemoth. They have thoughts about what it takes to succeed there.
Science/Tech
New tools tailored for use in senior living communities allow for shared experiences and social bonding.

Motoring
The incredibly popular Jetour T2 Adventure SUV has received a new plug-in hybrid model in South Africa.
Motoring

Motoring
Jetour has added a new plug-in hybrid option to the popular T1 Adventure SUV in South Africa.

Motoring
Abu Dhabi’s National Oil Company is in talks to buy all of Shell’s petrol stations in South Africa.
Health
Dr. Thomas Shaknovsky tried to persuade his colleagues in the operating room that the liver he removed from a 70-year-old patient was a spleen, according to Florida’s Health Department.
Health
If you are on the fence, or have already made a decision, we want to hear about it.

Health
The third report from the inquiry into the government’s handling of the pandemic says the NHS was close to collapse.
Health
Live animal markets and the illegal sale of wildlife pose particular dangers, but any sale of wild animals or animal products poses spillover risks, a new study suggests.