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Ten sick Gazan children arrive in UK for treatment
The group are the first to be brought to the UK for treatment under a government scheme.
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The group are the first to be brought to the UK for treatment under a government scheme.
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An Israeli strike targeted a vehicle carrying displaced Palestinians who were evacuating Gaza City.
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South Africa
The ANC in the Free State says it will not hesitate to withdraw the names of several mayors, who are clinging to power after being instructed to resign, from the party’s list held by the IEC.
South Africa
KZN Transport partners with vehicle testing body to curb fraudulent certificates
The KwaZulu-Natal Transport Department has announced a partnership with the Vehicle Testing Association (VTA) to clamp down on private vehicle testing stations issuing fraudulent roadworthy certificates.
This follows a spate of learner transport accidents in the Umgungundlovu District, with three...
South Africa
Three suspects are accused of stealing $580 000 from Phala Phala farm in Bela Bela.
South Africa
Corrections Week to kick off next week
The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) will observe Corrections Week from 22 to 28 September 2025.The week is aimed at promoting awareness and understanding of South Africa’s corrections system.“Corrections Week is premised on at least two notions: firstly, that rehabilitation, and not punishment, works in correcting offending...
World
Demonstrators had burned tyres and set a government vehicle alight, while police responded with tear gas.
World
The United Nations nuclear watchdog and Iran have offered seemingly contradictory statements regarding a deal to resume cooperation on Tehran’s nuclear programme.
World
A German national under investigation in the disappearance of British toddler Madeleine McCann 18 years ago was freed from prison Wednesday after serving a sentence in an unrelated case, police said.
World
For NPR’s Word of the Week, we’re getting hot: During the Ottoman Empire, people used devices called “zarfs” to hold their coffee cups. Here’s what to know about this word’s history.
Africa
Niger’s army has failed to contain the jihadist insurgency, with dozens killed in recent attacks.
Africa
The political rift that could spiral into conflict again after the vice-president was accused of treason.
Africa
Tanzania’s 2025 general elections campaign has taken a dramatic turn after the removal of the Alliance for Change and Transparency (ACT Wazalendo) party’s candidate — former minister and outspoken legislator Luhaga Mpina — from the presidential race. The decision announced by the National Electoral Commission (NEC) is widely seen as strengthening President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s […]
Africa
If the Department of State Policy Provisions Act is passed into law, the US will support Zimbabwe borrowing money from international lenders such as the World Bank
Business
Following a surprise drop in inflation in August, some economists believe South Africa could see two more cuts to interest rates this year.
Business
Staff are being laid off with “reduced or zero pay” following a cyber attack, which has forced the carmaker to shut down, Unite union claims.
Business
A collection of US investors is looking to purchase Metrofile, which will be delisted from the JSE as part of the deal.
Business
Politics
Motau says in phase three, Mkhwanazi will be recalled back, where his testimony will be tested.
Politics
The MK Party has questioned the timing of the commission’s commencement
Politics
Thapelo Matlala is accused of corruption and interfering in supply chain processes.
Politics
Ramaphosa admitted that the best-run municipalities and towns are those governed by the DA.
Sport
Sekhukhune United striker Bradley Grobler savoured scoring a brace against Kaizer Chiefs, recalling how the Soweto giants rejected him.
Sport
Teenage star Franco Mastantuono is the youngest player to start in the Champions League for Real Madrid – and this is his story.
Sport
Some Kaizer Chiefs supporters are calling on the club to place Nabi on leave and allow Ben Youssef to continue where he left off.
Sport
After four rounds of the Rugby Championship, these are the players we think would make a ‘mixed team’ of the tournament so far.
Education
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba — The Amhara Regional Education Bureau has announced that only 21% of the expected high school students have registered so far, despite the official start of student registration on 25 August 2025.
Education
[GroundUp] Jongikhaya teachers and learners share broken pit toilets
Education
The Trump administration ratcheted up demands on the university system over the summer.
Education
As a college leader, I know better than most that we must encourage controversial speakers, not silence them.
Lifestyle
Sizwe Dhlomo publicly scoffs as The Kiffness claims he lost a R500,000 brand campaign after defending Charlie Kirk, sparking debate.
Lifestyle
A man appeared before the Worcester Magistrate’s Court this week for the illegal possession of abalone and other marine life.
Lifestyle
Nandipha Magudumana’s husband Mkhuseli Magudumana has commented on her alleged affair with convicted criminal Thabo Bester…
Lifestyle
Local is lekker AND life-saving. Celebrate Heritage Month by giving the gift of blood to your fellow South Africans.
Entertainment
The single will be released this Friday.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
Science/Tech
The cyber security firm will acquire Lakera, an AI-native security platform for agentic AI applications.
Science/Tech
BYD has announced official pricing for the Dolphin Surf electric vehicle, and it is currently the most affordable electric car in South Africa.
Science/Tech
The taxman publishes draft regulations for the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework and invites the public to comment.
Science/Tech
VodaBucks, Vodacom’s flagship rewards programme, won “Best Telco Loyalty Programme” and “Best use of Gamification” for a second consecutive year.
Motoring
Motoring
Newly uncovered report alleges the Touareg will become part of the ID range as the third combustion nameplate after the Polo and Golf to be reimagined as an EV.
Motoring
Motoring
Scenic route features rugged mountain passes, river crossings and historic ox-wagon trails.
Health
In financial filings, Casey Means stated that she would liquidate holdings in companies that sell personal devices, supplements, tobacco and tech.
Health
Susan Monarez is set to provide her first detailed account of her ouster in testimony before the Senate Health Committee on Wednesday.
Health
The taboo against pork is deeply entrenched in both religious traditions. But the prohibition is not absolute.
Health
Immigrant detainees are not receiving proper mental health care, lawyers and advocacy groups say, and reports of suicide attempts are persistent.
Nature
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.