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President Donald Trump says he is fighting excessive focus on ‘how bad slavery was’.

The 2026 Oscar nominations delivered new records, some high‑profile misses and some fresh breakthroughs.

Thirty years ago, South Africa was a global human rights leader, but GNU partners say this has changed due to its current alliances.

The National Consumer Commission in South Africa has announced a recall for 209 MG MG3 models sold from August 30 2025, due to a potential safety issue identified by SAIC South Africa.

The department says no South African learner has been denied space due to space in a school.

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial returns to the High Court in Pretoria.

Parents have expressed frustration and anger over the closure of Lenasia Model Primary School

TikTok has finalised a deal to allow its American business to continue, by creating a new US entity separate from its global operations. The BBC’s Asia Business Correspondent Suranjana Tewari breaks down what this could mean.

Venezuela’s legislature advanced a bill on Thursday to loosen state control over the country’s vast oil sector, the first major overhaul since parts of the industry were nationalized in 2007.

Some 160 people are believed to be missing after attackers raided three churches in a Nigerian village on Sunday.

Olivia Rodrigo, Arctic Monkeys and Pulp are among the artists who recorded new songs for War Child.

The announcement that the Africa Cup of Nations will be hosted every four years from 2028 sparked division, but what will it mean for the game on the continent?

The opposition politician is accused of election violence in which at least seven people were killed.

Regional powers Ecowas had previously warned junta head Horta N’Tam against such a long wait for elections.

Police Minister Firoz Cachalia says organised crime is growing more complex, requiring new strategies.

A fast-food chain is in hot water after a video circulated on social media showing restaurant staff performing gardening duties outside one of its outlets.

It is a challenge for TikTok’s parent company ByteDance as well as global ambitions for other Chinese tech companies.

Sales rose by more than expected, bouncing back from a fall in November.

EFF leader Julius Malema is appearing before the East London Magistrate’s Court.

Malema’s pre-sentencing proceedings starts following his conviction of discharging a firearm.

Mkhwanazi agreed the payments were inappropriate and says he regrets receiving the money.

Malema was conviction for discharging a firearm during the EFF’s fifth anniversary celebrations.

Pirates have an advantage over Chiefs and Sundowns but it only takes a few bad games to hand the Brazilians the league.

Former Republic of Ireland keeper Dean Kiely reveals what happened during Roy Keane and Mick McCarthy’s infamous row before the 2002 World Cup.

Thulani Mabaso has revealed more regarding who he is, where he comes from – and what he hopes to achieve going forward.

Chelsea’s Erin Cuthbert and Alyssa Thompson discuss the WSL title race, learning “tough love” and adapting to a new club.

Millions of graduates are trapped by ballooning debts, as their repayments are dwarfed by the interest added

Helen Lambert borrowed £57,000 to go to university and began repaying her student loan in 2021 after starting work as an NHS nurse.

Since then she has repaid more than £5,000, typically having about £145 a month taken from her pay packet. But everything she hands over is dwarfed by the...

Their first time around was a very public coupledom, much like Lori Harvey’s previous relationship with Michael B. Jordan.

A US digital nomad has responded to Cape Town residents who have complained about how overseas visitors have impacted their lives…

Julius Malema will soon find out whether he will be going to jail after being found guilty of contravening gun laws.

The suspect was wanted for possession of illegal firearms.

The overall winner of the 2026 World Sports Photography Awards has been revealed.

Ouaddou has welcomed the new signings.

Avoiding greenwashing and green hushing is no longer a footnote; it is a competitive advantage that unlocks client trust and opportunity.

Telecoms industry lobbyists claim Europe’s latest regulatory moves show the “Fair Share” debate is far from settled.

Nissan says it will continue to offer vehicles and services in South Africa following the sale.

Chery has agreed to acquire Nissan’s Pretoria plant, opening the door for Chinese vehicle manufacturing in South Africa.

The Honda FIT is the ultimate urban hatchback for South Africans looking to upgrade their travel experience.

The National Consumer Commission has issued a safety recall for a Chinese car sold in South Africa.

The Retail Motor Industry Organisation is encouraging 2025 matriculants to join South Africa’s automotive industry.