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Russian incursions into UK defences risk crossing a line, Chief of the Defence Staff Sir Richard Knighton tells the BBC.

The prime minister’s future has been called into question following poor election results for Labour.

A FIFA ticket glitch saw lucky football fans secure World Cup 2026 seats for free, but now the governing body is demanding they pay up.

Schools in the Eden and Central Karoo Education District in the Western Cape set reopen today.

SANParks says more than 300 indigenous trees have been planted in Newlands Forest…

The Presidency has hailed the treatment as a major breakthrough in the fight against HIV.

Xi will be in North Korea from 8-9 June, a rare visit to the isolated regime that is a longstanding ally of Beijing.

The insect, which has been found in America for the first time since 1966, is a growing concern in the southern US.

Swampy mangrove forests are staging a surprise comeback – which is good news for coastal communities and the climate.

The K-pop band say accepting their flaws and embracing humour took them to a new level of success.

At the centre of it is London mining investor INIHC’s arbitration battle over the billion-dollar Black Volta gold project

The opposition has called for protests after the president’s term in office was extended by a year.

A fifth man was discharged and acquitted by the court due to insufficient evidence against him.

With a record 10 African sides in action at the 2026 World Cup, BBC Sport Africa picks out some of the players to watch from the continent.

Experts say cod has turned into “white gold” as the prices keeps going up.

Micro dramas have surged in popularity, but drawn criticism for often sensationalist content.

The charity says it is facing “an exceptionally challenging trading environment”.

The president is directing money into coal as the Iran war drives up energy costs for Americans.

Last week, the Evidence leader indicated adverse findings against Mchunu.

Kenyan President William Ruto’s state visit highlights the tension shaping South Africa’s relations with the continent, along with other barriers to interregional trade

The uMkhonto weSizwe party says it will contest all municipal wards in the 2026 local elections.

South Africans had surrendered certain areas because of illegal immigrants, party secretary-general Sibonelo Nomvalo said

Some of the greats of the game debate the long-asked question: Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo?

Orlando Pirates are set to bank R51.2 Million from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after supplying eight players to Bafana Bafana’s squad.

Colombian pop star Shakira will perform her official song for the 2026 World Cup at the competition’s opening ceremony in Mexico.

Switzerland forward Breel Embolo has his Esta authorisation approved and can travel to the United States to join up with the rest of his team-mates as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup.

Naomi Gleit has weathered many controversies at Meta, but remains in what she tells the BBC is her “dream job”.

Rachel Kolisi has shared an update almost three weeks after undergoing a shoulder operation. Take a look…

Tyla joins FIFA’s official World Cup 2026 album, featuring global music stars from across continents and genres.

Mpho Maboi- the ex-wife of retired Bafana player Reneilwe ‘Yeye’ Letsholonyane – clapped back at speculation over their divorce.

Meet Princess Zulu, the drop-dead gorgeous partner of the award-winning music sensation Okmalumkoolkat.

The homogenous society has built itself into an almost self-sufficient, if not strictly speaking autonomous, community.

Volunteers clear weeds at East Rand Lifeline as new board tackles debt, zero mental health funding, and rising suicide crisis.

Shibiri’s dismissal was recommended by a disciplinary hearing for bringing the South African Police Service (Saps) into disrepute

‘Any form of violence, intimidation, abuse, or disorderly conduct on a court premises is strongly condemned’

AI pioneer Anthropic wants verifiable brakes built before systems start improving faster than society can keep up.

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The shift marks a significant rise over the last five years, but experts say there is no single, clear explanation for the increase.

Cambridge scientists say they have, for the first time, tested a vaccine designed by AI.