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14-year-old boy killed while driving ‘drunk’ father
A boy crashed his father’s vehicle and died in KwaMashu, KZN, over the weekend.
MONDAY, 06 APRIL 2026, 09:53

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A boy crashed his father’s vehicle and died in KwaMashu, KZN, over the weekend.
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A conversation with two collaborators and friends of the eco-philosopher and teacher, who died in July 2025, reveals how people can learn that grief for our world can be turned into a force of nature.

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South Africa is set to double the offshore transfer limit without SARS pre-approval to R2 million for the first time in 15 years, giving individuals greater flexibility to move money abroad.

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Delicious Orie discusses his shock decision to retire from boxing and why he wants to be a role model for the younger generation.

South Africa
N3TC’S Thania Dhoogra explains the plans they’ve put in place to ensure the free flow of traffic.

South Africa
This as traffic increases on the R71 linking Moria and Polokwane as well as the N1.
South Africa
Emerging farmer thrives in tomato production
By More Matshediso
Tshililo Mafuka is a tomato farmer from Muswodi Dipeni in Musina, Limpopo, whose passion for agriculture began long before he launched his own farming business.
His rise in the agricultural sector is a story of resilience and a meaningful contribution to strengthening South Africa’s local food supply chain.
Mafuka...

South Africa
BMA Commissioner Dr. Masiapato will oversee the Beitbridge border amid the post-Easter traffic surge

World
The rapper Ye was announced as the headliner for the Wireless Festival in London. He’s gained notoriety over the years for his antisemitic comments and activities glorifying Nazis.

World
NPR’s Rob Schmitz speaks with Zsuzsanna Vegh, program officer at the German Marshall Fund of the United States, about what’s at stake in the upcoming election in Hungary.

World
NPR’s Tom Bowman reports on the race to rescue a U.S. airman after his fighter jet was shot down.

World
The rescue could impact how Trump views a ground operation to take Kharg Island or to seize enriched uranium sites.

Africa
Cameroon’s President Paul Biya, 93, won his eighth successive term last year in a disputed election.

Africa
The fuel cost is nearly double what the government budgeted for putting pressure on stretched finances.

Africa
Capt Ibrahim Traoré, who seized power in 2023, says democratic rule would not work for his country.

Africa
More than 250 Kenyans have gone to fight for Russia in Ukraine, mostly willingly, Kenya’s foreign minister says.

Business
The Felix Project is among the organisations feeling the effects of increased costs due to the conflict in Iran.

Business
Bosses say a good start to the year has been put at risk, but opportunities have also emerged.

Business
Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Monday, 6 April 2026.

Business
Criminals are increasingly targeting South Africans with banking apps installed on their phones.

Politics
Ndou adds that the inclusion of parties like the EFF would be a sign of unity for parties

Politics
The DA congress will take place in Johannesburg next weekend.

Politics
DA FC spokesperson says many young people have put up their hands up to serve in top positions

Politics
Mashatile spoke to the media after a Good Friday service hosted by Amandla Ngawethu Universal Church

Sport
Orlando Pirates will play Golden Arrows in a Betway Premiership clash midweek. The Buccaneers are two points behind Sundowns.

Sport
With the 2026 Ulster Senior Football Championship starting this weekend, The GAA Social is joined by Philly McMahon and Conor McManus to gather their predictions.

Sport
England’s record points scorer Emily Scarratt tells Sara Orchard that “we need to do a better job” of getting women into coaching roles.Scarratt has joined the Red Roses’ coaching team as lead attack and backs coach for the 2026 Women’s Six Nations.

Sport
Manchester United look to sell Uruguayan midfielder, Real Madrid forward sparks Premier League interest, Liverpool eye swap deal, plus more.
Education
[ENA] Addis Ababa — Leaders of Ethiopia’s major civil society organizations (CSOs) have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting a peaceful, fair, and democratic process in the country’s upcoming 7th general election, scheduled for June 1, 2026.
Education
Zhang Xuefeng helped people navigate the country’s unforgiving higher education system. The public outpouring after his death was a quiet rebuke to the punishing process.
Education
The White House’s attacks on academia and budget cuts for research have provided an opening for other countries to poach leading scientists.
Education
The Trump administration had said it would collect data from colleges to ensure compliance with a Supreme Court ruling ending affirmative action in admissions.

Lifestyle
In a captivating Netflix documentary, former basketball player Lamar Odom shared what attracted him to reality TV star Khloé Kardashian.

Lifestyle
First SA woman to be crowned Miss Universe, Margaret Gardiner showed Natasha Joubert support on her postpartum journey.

Lifestyle
Gayton McKenzie has been reminded over his failed weight loss challenge after indulging in Easter egg treats in a TikTok video…

Lifestyle
Members of the SANDF were mocked on social media over these viral videos taken at Joburg’s Rand Show this weekend…

Entertainment
Pets have become far more than just family additions or selfie accompaniments.

Entertainment
Several factors contribute to the continued deterioration of rural roads.

Entertainment
Consumers are increasingly turning to electric and hybrid vehicles as fuel costs continue to climb.

Entertainment
The scrumhalf hasn’t played for the national team in years despite showing good form.
Science/Tech
Russia’s “great crackdown” on VPNs — and a clampdown on Telegram’s messaging platform — had an unintended side effect, reports Bloomberg. It “triggered the widespread banking outage seen across the country this week, Telegram’s billionaire founder Pavel Durov said.””Telegram was banned in Russia, yet 65 million Russians still use it daily via VPNs,” Durov said Saturday in a post on...

Science/Tech
The draft AI policy builds on a 2024 framework and aims to balance innovation with responsible regulation and oversight.

Science/Tech
In today’s newsletter: Far from Earth and out of contact, the four‑person crew of Artemis II continues a journey designed to test endurance and the limits of deep‑space exploration
Good morning. For a short period today, the four-person crew of the Artemis II mission will be alone in space, unable to contact anyone on Earth. Facing the far side of the moon, the astronauts will be further...

Science/Tech
Icasa research shows pay-TV broadcasters are spending more on content and earning less from it as viewers seek alternatives.

Motoring
There are a few simple steps motorists can take to ensure their car is running smoothly and using less fuel.
Motoring

Motoring
The tide of Chinese car brands entering South Africa isn’t slowing down anytime soon, as five more companies plan to launch here in the near future.

Motoring
Fuel price pressure in South Africa is pushing more motorists towards hybrids.

Health
Northern Ireland becomes first part of UK to bring in legal entitlement for parents affected by miscarriage at any stage of a pregnancy to have paid leave.
Health
A long stay in intensive care can bring physical, cognitive and mental health challenges that can take months or longer to resolve.

Health
The images are used in consultations to show what happens to the womb, ovaries and fallopian tubes.
Health
Raw Farm, a dairy producer in California, denies that its products have caused the outbreak, which has sickened people in three states.