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State wants jail terms, R2m fines for inciting land invasions
Bill targets land invasion instigators with fines, jail and faster evictions
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Bill targets land invasion instigators with fines, jail and faster evictions

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Tesla denies wrongdoing, blames ‘reckless’ driving for fatal Florida accident

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Today, Grogor owns majority shares of Golden Gloves, Africa’s No 1 boxing promotion company

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Cassius Mailula could return to Toronto in the US when his loan deal with KV Kortrijk expires at the end of the season.

South Africa
The publication of South Africa’s Draft National AI Policy (Draft Policy) marks a turning point for organisations that develop, deploy or rely on artificial intelligence (AI). Beyond signalling the emergence of formal AI regulation, the Draft Policy introduces new expectations around governance, ethics, accountability and sector-specific oversight. The Draft Policy, published by the Minister...

South Africa
Keabetswe Moroane’s dog attacked Olebogeng Mosime in November 2022.
South Africa
SASSA beneficiaries urged to use e-Life Certification portal
The South African Social Security Agency has urged social grant beneficiaries to make use of its e-Life Certification self-service platform to complete life certification.
The agency said some beneficiaries were unable to access the self-service portal after being notified to complete the e-Life Certification verification...

South Africa
Police confirms GBV case in Libode where a woman was allegedly murdered by her boyfriend.

World
Japan endorsed scrapping a ban on lethal weapons exports, a significant change of its postwar pacifist policy, as the country seeks to build up its arms industry.

World
A U.S. blockade and conflict in the Strait of Hormuz have stranded Gulf aluminum shipments and driven prices to a four-year high, exposing global supply vulnerabilities and deepening trade strain.

World
This clears the way for Japan to sell weapons to more than a dozen countries.

World
A man standing atop one of the historic Teotihuacan pyramids opened fire on tourists Monday, killing one Canadian and leaving at least 13 people, authorities said.

Africa
Fannie Masemola is accused of failing in his duties to provide proper oversight in his role.

Africa
At the 1972 Miss World contest, Cynthia Shange was one of two contestants from South Africa – one black and one white.

Africa
The youngest of those freed from an Allied Democratic Forces camp is a girl aged just 14, Uganda’s army says.

Africa
Ecologist Iroro Tanshi is one of six winners of the international Goldman Environmental Prize.

Business
SARS has updated its systems and calculation methods to allow on-land primary sector diesel users to claim back 100% of the levies on eligible diesel used.

Business
Typical household bills fell by 7% when the new energy cap took effect on 1 April 2026.
Business

Business
MTN has claimed the top spot in MyBroadband Insights’ latest speed test, while Rain is far behind its competitors.

Politics
City Manager Kagiso Lerutla faces charges of fraud, corruption, and defeating the ends of justice.

Politics
The tender relates to a R2.9 billion security contract.

Politics
The party says all conferences will be held no later than March next year.

Politics
The party says communists will have to choose between the ANC and the SACP.

Sport
Northamptonshire head coach Darren Lehmann signs a new two-year contract extension until the end of the 2029 season.

Sport
The Football Association fines Cardiff City £15,000 after the club’s fans aimed homophobic chants at Chelsea.

Sport
Former Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi says Iqraam Rayners perfectly suits Bafana Bafana’s playing identity.

Sport
Manager Thomas Tuchel must address England’s tendency to “play with fear” if they are to win the World Cup this summer, says former boss Fabio Capello.
Education
At the annual meeting of the Organization of American Historians, scholars wrestled with what people want from national anniversaries — and whether historians can give it to them.

Education
Time Hoppers: The Silk Road is a time-travel adventure whose child heroes must save the legacy of Islamic scholars who shaped modern science. Its makers reveal their inspiration, and reflect on their success
‘Some people said it doesn’t exist – that it’s a fantasy.” So says Flordeliza Dayrit of the silk road, the vast network of trade routes that once connected Asia, Africa and Europe...
Education
[Daily Trust] Governor Dauda Lawal has approved a 120-day rapid intervention plan to address challenges in Zamfara State’s education sector.
Education
“CoachGPT.” A college “cookie house.” And the latest from Iran.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Seeco maintained that his actions were not intended to cause disruption at the club.

Entertainment
Red Bull Shay’ iMoto 2026 thrilled fans at Durban’s Suncoast, as Jean “Panjaro” Kruger from Mahikeng retained his title.

Entertainment
Congratulations are in order….
Entertainment

Science/Tech
The publication of South Africa’s Draft National AI Policy (Draft Policy) marks a turning point for organisations that develop, deploy or rely on artificial intelligence (AI). Beyond signalling the emergence of formal AI regulation, the Draft Policy introduces new expectations around governance, ethics, accountability and sector-specific oversight. The Draft Policy, published by the Minister...

Science/Tech
One of the compounds resembles a DNA precursor, adding to evidence the Red Planet was once habitable.

Science/Tech
AI companies are holding back models that could be used in cyber attacks, instead deploying them to build defence systems.

Science/Tech
There’s a lot of love all over the world for GrapheneOS, the gold standard of mobile security. There’s very little love between the two guys at the center of its history.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
Health
One of the nation’s largest insurers, the company’s profits were higher than analysts’ expectations but still fell short of showing a significant comeback.
Health
Volatile relationships, reckless impulsivity and an unstable identity are hallmarks of this misunderstood mental health condition.

Health
Staff say they have addressed concerns over staffing, equipment and learning from serious incidents.

Health
The mother of a physiotherapy graduate says she is heartbroken to see him working in Starbucks.