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Eyewitnesses claim to know driver, accuse him of being intoxicated

South Africa’s insurance gap has reached about R50.4 trillion, reflecting a growing shortfall in cover needed to protect households from death, disability, or critical illness.

Seven people have been sentenced to a combined 28 years for kidnapping a 13-year-old girl.

EC police say the deployment of soldiers is a much needed enhancement in crime fighting efforts.

The operations aim to reduce road crashes linked to speeding, reckless driving, vehicle overloading

President Trump addressed the nation last night, making his case for war with Iran. And, the Supreme Court majority seemed inclined to rule against the Trump administration on birthright citizenship.

Iran continued to target Gulf countries with ballistic missiles and drones Thursday as the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad issued a security alert warning of attacks by Iran-backed militias.

Pakistan has emerged as a key mediator in the U.S-Israel war with Iran. This role isn’t new for Pakistan.

The newly announced sanctions relief is the latest U.S. recognition of Rodríguez as a legitimate authority in Venezuela ever since the U.S. military captured her predecessor, Nicolás Maduro.

Human Rights Watch says Capt Traoré, other military leaders and jihadists “may be liable” for the killings.

The army has been deployed to five of South Africa’s nine provinces for a year-long operation.

DR Congo are back at the World Cup for the first time since 1974, with fans in Kinshasa celebrating the team’s 1-0 play-off win over Jamaica.

This is just the second time that DR Congo have reached the World Cup finals, sparking celebrations in Kinshasa.

SARS says time is up for non-compliant trusts in South Africa, with recuring penalties kicking off in May 2026.

The IAB’s data for March has shown that the top-performing business news website in South Africa has more than double the pageviews of its nearest competitors.

Violent protests erupted in parts of the SA, including KuGompo, this week following the coronation

Economic Freedom Fighters’ (EFF) Gauteng Chairperson Nkululeko Dunga was appointed as Finance MEC.

Premier Panyaza Lesufi announced Dunga’s appointment during his cabinet reshuffle on Wednesday

PA leader Gayton McKenzie dismissed allegations that he is involved in organised crime as baseless

Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek will work with Francisco Roig – former coach of Rafael Nadal and Emma Raducanu – as she looks to improve her form.

Orlando Pirates are keen to avoid losing fan favourite Thabiso Lebitso on a free transfer as contract talks get underway.

Cornish Pirates joint-head coach Alan Paver is banned for six matches after admitting to slapping an opposition player.

Teenage striker Chido Obi made eight first-team appearances for Manchester United last season. This term, nothing. So how is his development going?

DJ Zinhle launches her YouTube series ‘Making It Work’, giving fans a closer look at her career, family life and friendships.

Prince Harry’s ‘flirty’ Facebook messages with a journalist, from over a decade ago, have resurfaced during the hearing of his lawsuit.

Cape Town’s dam levels currently stand at 47.8% with water usage still above target, raising the risk of possible restrictions.

“I felt like everything was happening too fast for me and it scared me,” he said. 

A bank manager informed police after a female suspect applied for the loan using false payslips

Consumers should spend money cautiously this Easter as the Middle East conflict continues to weigh on South Africa’s economic outlook.

Toy giants are increasingly designing products linked to cultural and sporting events.

Your kids are only kids for so long, but love and Lego sets last forever. Here are our top picks for the Lego fan in your life.

Epia Neuro’s brain-computer interface will include a motorized glove to help stroke patients recover movement in their hand.

Off-grid EV charging firm Charge is planning a tokenised public offering to help fund its highway network roll-out.

As new GM, Kelvin Nhlapo aims to position Institute of IT Professionals SA members for growth in the digital economy.

The Chinese BYD launched in South Africa in 2023 but hasn’t revealed its sales figures, until now.

TopAuto’s growth is thanks to its approach to publishing news – accurate, relevant, and fast.

Changan has introduced its latest SUV to the South African market.

Summer 2025 was the warmest UK summer on record, with four heatwaves, a top temperature of nearly 38C and a mean temperature of 16.1C

Review finds care for some patients was “below the level that would have been expected”.

Debi Angell says the kits they make help women and girls who can not afford period products.