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When the Stadium Becomes a Mirror of the Street Public life rarely moves in straight lines. A city can feel calm for weeks, then one match, one march, one headline changes the mood in a single evening. That is one reason sport matters beyond trophies and league tables. It gives people a common language for […]

A baby was among five people killed when a driver made an illegal U-turn to fill up at a fuel station he had passed.

Diepsloot, in the north of Joburg, is notorious for many reasons – high crime rate, poverty, and many other social problems.

The list spans a mix of bakkies, people carriers, hatchbacks and SUVs

Four suspects were shot dead during a shootout in Ikwezi near Mofolo in Soweto.

Ekurhuleni’s law enforcement authorities will ensure compliance with road safety regulations.

Residents in Johannesburg have been living with persistent water cuts for years.

The shootout follows intelligence driven information about a business robbery in Soweto

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.

The quake struck between the islands of Manado and Ternate. Tsunami warnings have now been lifted.

After delays and technical issues, the first crewed Moon mission in 50 years finally took off from Florida and is now in Earth’s orbit.

New DNA testing has solved the 51-year-old case of murdered teenager Laura Ann Aime, according to investigators.

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

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

The new law imposes a maximum penalty of 10 years in jail and criminalises the “promotion” of same-sex relations.

DR Congo qualify for their first World Cup since 1974 as Axel Tuanzebe’s strike gives the Leopards a 1-0 win over Jamaica in their play-off.

Live Well North East holds fitness classes for parents which cost £4 but offers free childcare.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Thursday, 2 April 2026.

Fines SA warns drivers to prepare for faster, automated enforcement.

Bills including council tax, water, internet and broadband have increased, as well as food and fuel.

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi announced his cabinet reshuffle on Wednesday night.

Dunga replaces the African National Congress’s (ANC) Lebogang Maile who is now MMC for Education

She explains, that concern led to calls for reports and intervention in stalled matters

The Electoral Commission says candidate nominations for the elections is end of July.

Donegal midfielder Hugh McFadden feels recent kick-out tendencies under the new rules have contributed to greater aggression around the middle of the field.

Kabelo Dlamini’s contract is coming to an end soon but will the Orlando Pirates talented midfielder join rivals Kaizer Chiefs?

American heavyweight Deontay Wilder says his fight against Briton Derek Chisora will be “one of the best in history” – with both men gearing up for their 50th professional bout.

After missing out on 12 matches due to suspension, Eben Etzebeth is now expected to make his comeback for the Sharks on Friday.

Two-thirds of secondary school teachers report a decline in core abilities such as writing and problem-solving

Pupils using artificial intelligence are losing their capacity for critical thinking, according to a survey of secondary school teachers in England.

Two-thirds said they had observed the decline among children who they also said no longer felt the need to spell because of voice-to-text...

Details about compensation for personal injury awarded to UK school staff revealed by NASUWT

A teacher who became ill from a rat infestation and another who was injured after a pupil threw a toaster and chair are among UK school staff who received a share of £15m paid out in compensation.

The details were revealed by the NASUWT union ahead of its annual conference in Birmingham later this week,...

Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus enjoyed quality time with his family at his daughter Nikki’s university graduation celebration.

Former Miss South Africa Natasha Joubert has shared her postpartum mental health challenges after giving birth to a baby girl last month.

Ranger and Puma are again being recalled, this time for different suspected troubles.

Traffic volumes have increased significantly on the N3 Toll Route since the Easter break kicked off.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Eastern Cape has welcomed the heavy sentence.

Eben Etzebeth returns for the Sharks, but they have sent a mostly second-string side to Ireland.

Businesses want AI to elevate their operations but often have zero idea of where or how to integrate it, says TrueMark’s Jonathan Leibbrandt,

Amazon is reportedly in talks to buy satellite group Globalstar as it moves to challenge SpaceX’s Starlink.

Nasa’s Artemis II has launched on a historic crewed voyage around the moon, the first in 53 years.

Discover how to save on Ring cameras, doorbells, outdoor cameras, and more.

Video footage can ease the insurance claims process in South Africa, making a dashcam a powerful tool.

The South African car industry achieved incredible sales figures this March, though this momentum is unlikely to continue in April.

Prasa is under the microscope following corruption allegations.

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

Social club the Secret Life of Dads aims to provide a safe space for dads to bond with each other, and to learn skills to help them at home.

The Welsh Ambulance Service said newly qualified paramedics would not be offered roles this year due to “financial and operational issues”.