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Got to love a one-pot wonder. Especially when it takes under an hour before you’re ready to serve supper.

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Sahpra’s crackdown comes amid booming global demand for GLP-1 therapies
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After guiding Mamelodi Sundowns to the Caf Champions League title following their 2-1 aggregate win over AS FAR in Rabat, Morocco, on Sunday, coach Miguel Cardoso said the pain of losing the final to Pyramids last year inspired them this time.

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She returns to TV in a complex role exploring the emotional costs of surrogacy

South Africa
Captain Lawrence Makgotloe was arrested by the Madlanga Commission Recommendations Task Team.

South Africa
Several anti-illegal immigration protests took place in recent weeks in the SA.

South Africa
Two elderly tourists were found murdered in KNP on Friday.
South Africa
Government convenes urgent meeting to discuss protests on immigration
The Justice, Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) Ministers will on Monday convene an urgent meeting to discuss the rising protests on immigration and illegal foreigners in the country.
The meeting will be held at the Union Buildings in Tshwane and will be attended by all the security cluster Ministers and senior...

World
Her abduction at age 14 drew international attention. After her rescue, Smart says she struggled with feeling shame around her body. Bodybuilding has helped her see herself differently.

World
After Venezuela’s promised release of hundreds of political prisoners failed to materialize, opponents of the current U.S.-backed interim government demand their freedom and call for elections.

World
More than 1.5 million pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of the Five Pillars of Islam, against the backdrop of a tenuous ceasefire in the Iran war and related regional tensions.

World
China launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with 3 astronauts heading to its space station. One astronaut is set to stay in space for a year to explore human adaptability in long-duration spaceflights.

Africa
South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns clinch their second African Champions League title with a 2-1 aggregate win over Moroccan club AS FAR in the final.

Africa
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s World Cup squad must isolate for 21 days before they can enter the US because of the Ebola outbreak.

Africa
Plymouth Argyle striker Owen Oseni says he was in “disbelief” after being called up to the Nigeria squad.

Africa
Iliman Ndiaye insists Senegal are African champions in “many people’s eyes” despite a legal wrangle over the ultimate destination of the 2025 Afcon title.

Business
Following a large swing in diesel prices in South Africa, petrol prices have now also moved into an over-recovery—but drivers can still expect a hike at the pumps next week.

Business
High occupancy levels, strategic innovation, and strong tenant demand are all signs of success for Johannesburg’s leading mixed-use precinct.
Business

Business
Broad Media is growing its editorial team and has an exciting opportunity for general news journalists.

Politics
Mbeki also emphasised that he supports Ramaphosa’s decision to challenge the matter in court.

Politics
The EFF says concerns remain over the salary structure of the parliament’s secretary George Xolile.

Politics
The ANC NEC in between the conference, met to deliberate on a number of issues

Politics
A Provincial Task Team has been appointed in the province as the term of the PEC has expired.

Sport
The 2025/26 Betway Premiership season is done and dusted with the country’s top goal scorer now officially crowned.

Sport
Ireland bowler Alana Dalzell says it’s “surreal and a huge honour” to be names in the Ireland squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup.

Sport
Teboho Mokoena’s goal for Mamelodi Sundowns not only won the CAF Champions League, it could ultimately be worth up to $20 million.

Sport
Bafana Bafana will take on Nicaragua in a FIFA World Cup send-off match at Orlando Stadium. Sundowns players might not feature.
Education
Starting July 1, millions of borrowers will need to choose from a new menu of repayment options as the Trump administration enacts major changes to the student loan system.
Education
[Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya, May 25-Kenyan universities are set to deepen academic links with Europe through a planned partnership with Romania’s Danubius International University that will establish what organizers describe as East Africa’s first structured Kenya-Romania European Union academic corridor.

Education
Paris police looking into more than 100 allegations of mistreatment by ‘monitors’ after parents’ groups said they had fought for years to be taken seriously
France is facing a child abuse scandal as ‘monitors’ at dozens of state nursery and primary schools are investigated for violence, sexual assault and rape.
Paris police are examining more than 100 allegations of mistreatment, physical...

Education
Nearly a third of vice-chancellors would cut hardship support if necessary over next three years, according to poll
Vice-chancellors have said they may need to cut hardship support for impoverished students and reduce outreach activities aimed at disadvantaged groups if the dire funding struggles at universities continue.
The anonymous poll of leaders by Universities UK (UUK) revealed the...

Lifestyle
SA’s young population is driving housing demand, with one province attracting first-time home buyers seeking affordability and convenience.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Joining Siya at Stormers? Cheslin Kolbe has announced his departure from Japan to return to South Africa for his ‘next chapter’…

Entertainment
A resurfaced clip of DJ Maphorisa dancing has gone viral as the defining move for Drake’s 2026 track ‘Shabang’.

Entertainment
Lions coaches admit the rugby public are not giving them a chance against Leinster, who should field a quality team full of Irish internationals.

Entertainment
Makgotloe’s arrest relates to allegations of defeating the ends of justice in several high-profile murder cases.

Entertainment
But this three-way tussle will be with us for some time yet …

Science/Tech
The employment and labour minister defends the UIF’s online claims platform, after what she describes as unverified allegations.

Science/Tech
The Cape Town-based data and AI consultancy has become the second partner in Africa to reach the network’s highest tier.

Science/Tech
Penguin Solutions will attend the summit as a co-exhibitor with Cyberrey, presenting its fault-tolerant computing platforms, Stratus ztC Endurance and Stratus ztC Edge.

Science/Tech
At the core of Zitzke’s leadership philosophy is the belief that organisations must move beyond digital adoption towards true intelligence-driven transformation.
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
Wide variety of engines in stark contrast to its main rival which is trimming its powertrains to one.

Motoring
The current W177 will live on till 2028 before being replaced by an all-new generation offering combustion and EV powertrains.
Health
The deadly virus has spread alarmingly in Congo for months. Only now is the response taking shape.
Health
Kinshasa residents continue to pack markets, bars and public transportation, despite growing international concern about the spread of the virus.
Health
A rapidly growing industry often overprescribes treatment to young children with autism, who spend as many as 40 hours a week at the facilities.

Health
Profit motives are shaping the care inside an expanding autism therapy industry, creating conditions that can harm some children. Our health reporter Sarah Kliff explains her new investigation, co-authored with Margot Sanger-Katz.