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Being digitally present is a form of accountability: it signals that the station is not hiding behind central bureaucracy when communities are scared. It also enhances investigative capacity, as communities already share leads online, including images, videos, vehicle descriptions and patterns of movement

A historic South African wine farm linked to a former politician and anti-apartheid activist is set for auction this month, with brokers seeking bids of at least R180 million.

Following this judgment, it’s more important than ever that anyone getting married, whether in a traditional ceremony, at the magistrate’s court or in church, should consult an attorney to help explain the options and draft a legally binding agreement that will suit the couple’s particular circumstances

When Congo’s President, Felix Tshisekedi, squeezes his corpulent bulk into designer clothing, accessorised with expensive watches that would feed thousands of his immiserated citizens for years and climbs into a flying palace to shuttle around the world to weep crocodile tears and move the powerful to pity his long-suffering people, it is a diversionary dance in step with his Western audience

by Enoch Antwi, Founder and Chairman of Northrock Africa sits atop approximately 30% of the world’s known mineral reserves, including roughly 70% of global cobalt production primarily from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as well as dominant shares of platinum group metals, manganese, and bauxite, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS 2024). […]

MTN Group is embracing artificial intelligence, expanding digital infrastructure and scaling connectivity as central pillars of its growth strategy, with the African telecommunications giant positioning itself as a technology platform rather than a conventional telecom provider. Group President and CEO Ralph Mupita outlined the company’s vision during his keynote address at MWC Barcelona 2026...

Nearly two-thirds of South African consumers have used artificial intelligence to assist with shopping-related tasks, according to new survey data from Visa pointing to a rapid shift in how South Africans interact with digital payment technologies. The Visa Spending Shift Survey, conducted by Morning Consult among 1,000 South African adults in October 2025, found that […]

Cassava Technologies has launched the Cassava Cloud Partner program, an initiative designed to enable mobile network operators and system integrators across Africa and Latin America to distribute artificial intelligence, cloud and digital services using the company’s infrastructure and technology platforms. The program gives partners access to four key offerings: NVIDIA Cloud Partner...

Civilians are being displaced, taking shelter in tents, parks and cars, as Israel retaliates to Hezbollah rocket attack.

The party’s founder Nikos Mihaloliakos and other officials are again found guilty, almost six years after an original trial.

President Trump offers new reasoning for the U.S. attack on Iran. And, results from the first midterm primary of 2026 are in, providing an outlook for the matchups for key Senate seats.

Israel’s military said it had begun a “broad wave of strikes” in Tehran Wednesday morning. U.S. officials touted early gains, while Democrats warned the war could widen.

The author’s 21-month-old son died in January after complications during medical procedures at a private hospital in Lagos.

Mosiuoa Lekota was imprisoned with former South African President Nelson Mandela on Robben Island.

A project to introduce unmanned sites is part of a broader adoption of digital technologies.

The government will end study visas from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan, due to what says is abuse.

The Pilanesberg National Park has increased its fees for local and international travelers, but the infrastructure is collapsing in plain sight.

After confirming that the Gauteng government would take over the Gautrain as a fully paid asset at the end of March, the operators now say it will continue as a public-private partnership for an extended period.

The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

Nedbank is going big in a deal to buy NCBA, with the Big Four bank drawn to the higher growth rates in Kenya.

In a video circulating on social media, she expressed frustration over the handling of her case.

Shibiri has conceded that criminals have captured some officers.

Masinga warns of deepening voter distrust at IEC Durban workshop ahead of local elections.

Mxolisi Dukwana, described Lekota as a bull terrier in South African politics.

Victims of a coach who avoided prison despite secretly filming women footballers in changing rooms and showers are calling for him to receive a global lifetime ban.

New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips spills a routine catch after South Africa batter David Miller finds him near the boundary.

Tranmere Rovers sack manager Andy Crosby, 10 months after he was appointed on a permanent basis.

Attack coach Tony Brown says the Springboks have become a multi-layered force that no opponent can simply shut down.

Exclusive: Survey suggests journalists from minority ethnic backgrounds feel excluded from influential posts and seen as ‘diversity hires’

Broadcast journalists from ethnic minorities are still locked out of top jobs and face a backlash after being perceived as “diversity hires”, according to a new survey of UK television newsrooms.

While there has been a sustained focus on racial diversity...

Former beauty queen Zozibini Tunzi penned a brief and lovely birthday message for her husband, Luthando Bolowana, on Instagram.

DA’s Joburg mayoral candidate Helen Zille has set the record straight about rumours she was ‘drunk’ at the Soweto Derby over the weekend.

Not only is March her birthday month, but it also marks the exciting debut of Precious Kofi’s romantic chapter.

March’s season of sacrifice could be your ultimate mental stamina reset.

According to the World Obesity Federation, one billion people are living with obesity globally.

Roads in CBD, Green Point, Sea Point, Camps Bay will be closed entirely in the Mother City this weekend.

In the wake of the Middle East conflict, and if the current ‘massive’ under-recovery in the petrol and diesel price remains … or worsens.

Arbitrum (ARB), the Ethereum layer-2 scaling solution, continues to trade in a consolidation phase at $0.10 as of late February 2026, drawing attention from institutional investors and retail traders alike. Meanwhile, the emerging $EV2 token from Funtico’s [Earth Version 2 presale is attracting GameFi capital with the promise of a 11x return from presale entry […]

The region has been positioning itself as an AI hub, following billions of dollars in investment by tech giants.

At $599, Apple’s entry-level MacBook Neo is the most affordable laptop the company has ever made.

The Cape Town International Airport is getting a R10 billion upgrade.

Chery’s latest car brand, Lepas, has officially launched in South Africa with its first SUV.

Chery’s premium car brand has achieved a new sales record in South Africa.

For Eating Disorders Awareness Week, actor Gemma Oaten joined us in the studio

A Buckinghamshire charity urges people to craft reusable pads to raise awareness of period poverty.

Maternity services at the trust are the subject of the largest inquiry of its kind in NHS history.

A team that transports seriously ill children says its workload is increasing with no additional funds.