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Sibiya claims search warrants had ‘material defects’
Lt-Gen Shadrack Sibiya has told the Madlanga commission he has been advised that the search and seizure warrants that were issued against him contained material defects.
THURSDAY, 19 FEBRUARY 2026, 14:00
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Lt-Gen Shadrack Sibiya has told the Madlanga commission he has been advised that the search and seizure warrants that were issued against him contained material defects.

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After years of calls for an investigation into Parliament Secretary Xolile George’s R4 million salary increase, the Public Protector has declared a conflict of interest in the case following allegations of a romantic relationship with George.

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At just 11 years old, Lwashu Mathebula is already competing beyond SA’s borders.

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Bereaved family dumps relatives body at Capitec Bank’s branch following disputes over insurance payout.

South Africa
The son of former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe has been arrested in Johannesburg

South Africa
Roodepoort police have arrested 16-year-old suspect for possession and distribution of explosives

South Africa
General Sibiya says he recorded the conversations to avoid allegations of intimidation.

South Africa
Local businesses in Limpopo are experiencing a steady rise in customers ahead of Armed Forces Day

World
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, reports say.

World
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, reports say.

World
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to life in prison Thursday for imposing martial law to suppress the opposition in December 2024.

World
The U.S. concluded another round of talks to end the war in Ukraine as the White House pressured Ukraine while exploring potential business opportunities with Russia amid a reported economic proposal.

Africa
Officers in Kano search cafes and restaurants every year during Ramadan looking for Muslims breaking the fast.

Africa
Investigators call the recruitment a well-organised trafficking ring involving immigration staff and security agencies.

Africa
A UN Fact Finding mission issued the report after investigating the capture of el-Fasher by the Rapid Support Forces.

Africa
He made the comment on an official visit to Ethiopia, saying it could prove dangerous for a volatile region.

Business
Quality assurance (QA) stands as a cornerstone for ensuring institutions deliver meaningful, equitable, and future-ready outcomes.

Business
There has been growing corporate activity across South Africa, with financial service providers buying companies that provide payment services.

Business
Kumba Iron Ore says that the improved logistics network in South Africa helped boost its strong performance.

Business
Petrol price cuts at the start of the year is the main driver keeping inflation under control—and economists expect the good news to keep rolling.

Politics
Former Minister Malusi Gigaba, co-accused back at the Palm Ridge Specialised Commercial Crimes Court

Politics
President has accorded Hosi Phylia N’wamitwa II a category two official provincial funeral

Politics
Gigaba’s lawyer Nicholas Kourie says today’s appearance forms part of the pre-trial hearings.

Politics
Molefe and Matlala allegedly gave Sibiya money in exchange for protection.

Sport
Shamar Joseph takes four wickets and claims four catches as the West Indies extend their unbeaten World Cup record with a 42-run win over Italy.

Sport
Team GB’s men’s curlers are now just two victories away from a remarkable Winter Olympic gold after sneaking into Thursday’s semi-finals in Cortina.

Sport
Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano will undergo stricter “neurological and concussion” medical tests before they are cleared to return to MMA.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs are planning another major rebuild after a disappointing season, with new transfer targets identified.
Education
[This Day] Abuja — The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that the vending of e-PINs for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) will close at midnight on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
Education
[New Dawn] Monrovia, February 19, 2026: President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr. has appointed new members to the Board of Trustees for Grand Gedeh University to advance the institution’s academic and administrative development.
Education
[FrontPageAfrica] Bong County — Senator Prince Moye on Wednesday, February 18 announced that his privately owned institution, Sumo Moye Memorial School, will be turned over to Bong County University to serve as an annex, in a move intended to address the growing space challenges confronting the newly elevated university.
Education
[Leadership] Science and innovation drive modern societies, yet across the world, women and girls remain on the margins of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Two years later, where is Joslin Smith? And is she still alive? Here is the latest on the missing Saldanha Bay girl…
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
The Mr and Miss Cape Town Pride pageant saw Adrian Oktober and Larissa Gordon being crowned King and Queen. Long may they reign!

Entertainment
Joburg Ballet opens its 25th Anniversary Season with Giselle, the first ballet presented by the company when it was founded in 2001.

Entertainment
New revelations appear to show Andrew sent convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein potentially confidential documents.

Entertainment
Unprecedented in Britain’s modern era, the arrest was a new blow for the ousted royal.

Entertainment
Despite these efforts, it will cost the Kruger National Park more than R500m to completely repair damages.

Science/Tech
Lifting weights can keep you carrying groceries and riding bikes even as you get older. Here’s our guide to a simple home setup.

Science/Tech
Gay men have long been rumored to run Silicon Valley. WIRED investigates.

Science/Tech
Recruitment activity for IT professionals rebounded in the final quarter of 2025, despite persistent skills gaps in specialised IT roles.

Science/Tech
South Africa’s IT channel warns of rising PC prices and shipment delays as global hardware shortages and supply pressures intensify.
Motoring

Motoring
Toyota is bringing its newest GR supercar to South Africa.

Motoring
The Competition Commission referred a complaint against PG Glass and Glasfit to the Competition Tribunal for prosecution.
Motoring
Health
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya will serve as acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention until President Trump appoints a permanent director.
Health
In the oceans and on land, scientists are discovering rare, transitional organisms that bridge the gap between Earth’s simplest cells and today’s complex ones.

Health
Around 1,000 operations a week rely on the product as patients are warned delays are inevitable.

Health
The decision, on the case of a child who sustained a brain injury at birth in 2015, could have significant cost implications for the NHS.