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‘I’m honest and direct, not angry’ – MaNgwabe sets the record straight on Uthando Nes’thembu
Season 9 of viewer favourite extended for four more episodes
WEDNESDAY, 22 APRIL 2026, 14:19

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Season 9 of viewer favourite extended for four more episodes

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BMW South Africa has launched limited-edition M2 bikes and Coupé with exclusive styling
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Eswatini is a small, resilient, and culturally rich nation. Its people have endured extraordinary pressure. But on governance, the record is one of systemic failure: captured wealth, underfunded education, a collapsing health system and a democracy denied

South Africa
NICD says malaria cases increased after heavy rainfall and flooding in malaria-endemic regions

South Africa
Fannie Masemola is facing charges related to violating the Public Finance Management Act.
South Africa
Home Affairs refutes claims that Lesotho nationals can enter SA without passports
The Department of Home Affairs has expressed concern over unfounded media reports and social media posts suggesting that nationals of Lesotho will no longer be required to present valid passports when entering South Africa.
The department has dismissed these claims as false, emphasising that citizens...
South Africa
Kruger National Park urges camping guests to stock up on supplies
Following a fire incident at the retail shop at Lower Sabie rest camp in the Kruger National Park, guests with bookings at the campsite should stock up on supplies before arrival.
“Accommodation has not been affected, with the camp fully booked for the upcoming two long weekends, 27 April and 1 May 2026. Activities...

World
Two ships came under attack in the Strait of Hormuz, hours after Trump extended the ceasefire with Iran. And, Virginia voters approved a measure allowing Democrats to redraw the congressional map.

World
Two vessels came under fire in the Strait of Hormuz, just hours after the U.S. and Iran failed to meet in Pakistan for talks to end the war and as President Trump indefinitely extended the ceasefire.

World
The funding was agreed last December, but it has been held up in a row over Russian oil supplies to Hungary.

World
Earlier this week, an explosion at a firecracker factory in neighbouring state Tamil Nadu left at least 25 dead.

Africa
Allegations of a coup plot first surfaced in October 2025 when an Independence Day parade was cancelled.

Africa
The kidnappers raided his palace on Saturday and are believed to be holding him in a forest.

Africa
Fannie Masemola is accused of failing in his duties to provide proper oversight in his role.

Africa
At the 1972 Miss World contest, Cynthia Shange was one of two contestants from South Africa – one black and one white.

Business
NI Affairs Committee told even if conflict ends immediately it will take time for supply chains to return to normal.

Business
How high could inflation get? And what could it mean for borrowers and savers around the country?

Business
Capitec has rapidly expanded Smart ID services across South Africa, with the bank working with Home Affairs to launch new services soon.
Business

Politics
He was a member of the Raymond Mhlaba Branch in the Dr WB Rubusana Region.

Politics
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Cases Inquiry is chaired by Justice Sisi Khampepe.

Politics
Fannie Masemola appeared in court on charges of contravening the Public Finance Management Act.

Politics
The Commission is set to hear evidence relating to alleged criminality in the Sedibeng area.

Sport
Nearly 60 000 runners are expected to take part in the London Marathon on Sunday, 26 April, with a number of high-profile participants.

Sport
A referee has to be escorted off the pitch by police after a controversial VAR decision in the Asian Champions League semi-finals sparks fury.

Sport
Orlando Pirates assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi has offered an update on Sihle Nduli and Thapelo Xoki’s rehabulitation.

Sport
The Welsh Rugby Union says negotiations with the owners of Ospreys to also buy Cardiff have fallen through.
Education
[263Chat] The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) has declared its support for striking nurses accusing the government of failing to address worsening pay and working conditions across the public sector.
Education
[Premium Times] Professor Samuel Oladipo’s research interests span spirituality and health, help-seeking behaviour, gender-based violence, child abuse, and psychological scale development.
Education
[Premium Times] President Tinubu appointed Modupe Adelabu as Chairman of the Governing Board of NECO, and retained the current registrar, Ibrahim Wushishi.
Education
[Premium Times] The board stated that the underage candidates will only be considered under an exceptional category if they score at least 320 and perform strongly in further screening stages

Lifestyle
Unathi Nkayi is determined to teach a young man a lesson after he disrespectfully called her and her friends ‘grannies.

Lifestyle
A growing number of property buyers are turning to a quiet and scenic Limpopo town for its unique lifestyle appeal.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
DJ, influencer and media personality Sithelo Shozi is engaged. The KwaZulu-Natal born star received a Tiffany & Co. oval-cut solitaire diamond ring from Zimbabwean businessman Kudzaishe James Magura.

Entertainment
But how much do employees get paid?
Entertainment

Entertainment
Lions scrum coach Julian Redelinghuys said the hooker was not flashy, but his teammates knew his value.

Science/Tech
Eskom is working with Nersa to develop a framework to monetise a daytime surplus created by the boom in rooftop solar.

Science/Tech
New Call of Duty games will be added to the subscription service “about a year” after release, Microsoft said.

Science/Tech
Industry players interrogate what’s next for regulation in SA’s ICT sector, with the capacity of the sector regulators and competition authorities called into question.

Science/Tech
Chromebooks have a reputation for being cheap and crappy. But they don’t have to be, and these are the Chromebooks that prove it.
Motoring

Motoring
Audi has added a sportier A1 to its hatchback line-up.
Motoring
Motoring

Health
Symptoms are lasting for up to two weeks longer than in the 1990s, according to a major report – so what can you do about the pollen bomb?

Health
Sport England have recorded a 12% increase in women taking part in gym-based fitness
Health
A law meant to end surprise medical billing accidentally created a multibillion-dollar industry that is making doctors richer.

Health
Fall prevention services in your area