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South Africa’s illicit economy has become deeply entrenched due to sophisticated cross-border criminal syndicates often aided by state officials, costing the country hundreds of billions in lost tax revenue.

Cheng Li-wun is the Kuomintang’s first sitting leader to visit China in a decade.

The Artemis crew will return to Earth on 10 April after a 10-day mission that took them around the Moon.

Families in eNkalweni and surrounding villages near Ugie in the Eastern Cape have been waiting for more than a decade for water, though a number of boreholes have been drilled in their communities.

Advocate Shireen Riley was testifying at the Nkabinde Enquiry in Pretoria.

The proposed legislation seeks to address weaknesses in the existing Protected Disclosures Act.

Evidence presented in court showed that Fouchee committed the crimes over a period of two years.

The state has argued that five alleged drug mules are a flight risk.

The changes will give government more power over news-related posts shared by podcasters and influencers.

Cross-border raids from militant Islamists are increasingly threatening the West African state’s stability.

Vladimir Putin announced the truce, which will last from Saturday afternoon on 11 April through Easter Sunday.

The rise in energy prices has hit Asia particularly hard as many nations are heavily reliant on Gulf oil.

The foreign minister says the accusations, involving children, were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated.

The state department has also asked US citizens to “reconsider” travel plans to the West African country.

Very few people are ever prosecuted following terror attacks with suspects often held without trial.

The government usually refrains from commenting on the participation of its citizens in the conflict.

The Harrogate-based charity warns donations of furniture are falling while demand continues to grow.

Thai authorities seized assets worth 8.3 billion baht (R4.26 billion) belonging to people behind an alleged money-laundering network linked to transnational cyber scam operations in Cambodia.

The conflict in the Middle East is impacting the price of tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers in the UK.

TV channels for dogs are multiplying but research is mixed on whether dogs are watching.

The South African Communist Party has decided to contest Local Government Elections independently.

The new witness is expected to testify on alleged corruption in the City of Tshwane.

EFF leader Julius Malema says the state is seeking a 15-year jail term in his case.

The NFP’s disciplinary action against Shinga could have major implications for the balance of power in the provincial government

Christian Fuchs is most famous for winning the Premier League with Leicester City. Now he is battling to keep Newport County in League Two.

What changes are you making?

With the pomp and celebration of his Masters victory finished, Rory McIlroy reminded everyone he is back at Augusta to win again.

First-round joint leader Rory McIlroy says feeling no nerves on the first tee of his Masters defence would not have been a good sign.

Miss South Africa has announced that entries for the 2026 pageant will open on 28 April and close on 17 May 2026.

Which US state has the highest South African refugee population? Here is what government data has revealed…

Broadcaster Masechaba Mposwa surprised viewers after sharing a big career update on Instagram.

The streets of Paris were never ready for Rocki in her Dior dress while out with famous mom, Rihanna.

John Steenhuisen exits after criticism while Hill-Lewis leads race. DA needs more than GNU success to win diverse voter.

The US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire to avert all-out destruction, with President Donald Trump threatening to wipe out a “whole civilisation.”

DA found Embhuleni hospital with five staff nurses instead of 78 required. Department cites bed utilisation rate not organogram alone.

The Northern Irishman enjoyed a good first round, but for many, including Jon Rahm, it was a day to forget.

Whether you’re switching from springs to memory foam or just want to sleep cooler this summer, these Sealy mattress deals will have you waking up refreshed—and with cash left in your wallet.

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You may soon no longer need a physical passport or boarding pass to travel through airports around the world.

Japanese auto giant Toyota will be investing heavily in South Africa’s auto sector energy transition.

A new model broke into South Africa’s top-selling hatchback list this March.