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Johannesburg’s council is set for another turbulent week as a two-day sitting will consider a motion of no confidence against mayor Dada Morero, marking the third attempt to remove him this year.

Robin Smith was a key figure in the England side in the late 1980s and 1990s.

South African motorists will face December fuel price hikes driven mainly by geopolitical tensions that have pushed up global oil prices despite a stronger rand.

The department of correctional services has decided to let its contract with G4S, the private company managing Mangaung Prison, run until its natural end in June 2026.

Retired Ekurhuleni City Manager Dr Imogen Mashazi is testifying at the Madlanga Commission.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how South African property professionals communicate with clients, driving a significant digital shift across the real estate industry. Real Estate Services South Africa reports rapid adoption of AI chatbots and virtual assistants as agents look for faster, more personalised, and more accessible ways to support buyers and sellers in a competitive […]

Morero leads city service operations, amid criticism he did it for the G20 Summit.

AI-driven identity fraud is becoming a growing concern in South Africa as criminals move away from traditional scams and toward more sophisticated attacks powered by generative technologies. Sumsub’s 2025–2026 Identity Fraud Report shows that although global identity fraud rates have declined slightly, AI-based impersonation and document forgery are rising sharply. The report records a 180 […]

Elizabeth Tsurkov, who was freed in September, tells the BBC that her two years in captivity left her physically and mentally scarred.

Will Russia accept a modified proposal to end the war in Ukraine? NPR’s Leila Fadel speaks with former NATO Ambassador Kurt Volker.

U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff is in Moscow to present the latest version of the Ukraine peace plan to Russian President Vladimir Putin Tuesday.

India wants all smartphone makers to pre-install new devices with a state-owned cyber security app.

Nigeria says it is sheltering Fernando Dias in its embassy in Bissau, citing an imminent threat to his life.

Andre Onana is one of several high-profile players left out of Cameroon’s Africa Cup of Nations squad, as federation president Samuel Eto’o sacks the manager just weeks before the tournament.

The group has been charged under a law which prohibits people from joining foreign armies.

Anicet Ekane’s lawyer says the family was given little explanation – “his wife was just presented the corpse”.

As Binance Blockchain Week, taking place from 4 to 8 December, approaches, it’s clear that blockchain is no longer just a buzzword for cryptocurrency traders.

The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has published the official fuel price adjustments that will take effect on Wednesday, 3 December 2025.

Growth in the UK economy is expected to slow next year, an influential global policy group predicts.

A growing number of members of Parliament (MPs) are in support of a proposal to scrap the longstanding 30% pass mark for matriculants.

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu is expected to testify at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry at 2pm.

Retired Ekurhuleni City Manager Doctor Imogen Mashazi is expected to conclude her testimony

Retired Ekurhuleni City Manager Dr Imogen Mashazi questioned over her alleged shielding of Mkhwanazi

Police Minister is expected to appear before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria at 2pm.

Former Ireland full-back Rob Kearney tells the BBC’s Ireland Rugby Social podcast that he believes changes are coming to improve rugby union as a spectacle.

Australia opener Usman Khawaja has been ruled out of the second Ashes Test against England with a back injury.

Will Jacks has replaced the injured Mark Wood in the England side for the day-night second Ashes Test against Australia at Brisbane’s Gabba.

They say it takes two to three windows to build a serious squad. For Kaizer Chiefs, next month’s window demands two positions to address.

The use of ‘nudify’ apps is becoming more and more prevalent, with hundreds of teachers having seen images created by pupils, often of their peers. The fallout is huge – and growing fast

‘It worries me that it’s so normalised. He obviously wasn’t hiding it. He didn’t feel this was something he shouldn’t be doing. It was in the open and people saw it. That’s what was quite shocking.”

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Campaigners are urging the government to allow schools to pilot shorter working weeks and we’d like to hear views of teachers and parents in England

There is a recruitment and retention crisis in England’s schools. Teachers are quitting the profession in droves, complaining of worsening pupil behaviour, stagnant pay and inflexible working practices. Vacancies are often difficult to fill.

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One coastal area in KZN is becoming a major semigration hotspot, driven by affordability, coastal living and more flights.

Airlink is tweaking its flight schedule for the benefit of passengers travelling between Johannesburg and the Kenyan capital.

While only eight industries grew in the second quarter, nine of them grew in the third quarter, supporting the overall GDP.

A number of players grabbed their chances over the course of the season.

Year-end fatigue is driven by unrealistic targets, understaffing during leave periods and a culture of constant availability, says health and wellness psychologist Nagel.

Local industry has now gone without an overall decrease since September last year.

A growing affinity for larger screens has led to a wider range of TVs with screen sizes in the triple digits in South Africa, while high brightness projectors are also competing for the home market.

Standard Bank now has the second-lowest PayShap fees in the country behind TymeBank, where they remain free.

The Southern African Large Telescope near Sutherland is celebrating 20 years of observing the sky.

The National Consumer Commission has launched formal investigations into Temu and Shein in South Africa.

The City of Cape Town is bringing back the traffic fine roadshow this week, letting motorists apply for a discount on their outstanding fines.

Sharon Price from Newcastle-under-Lyme says she was glad to avoid the need for surgery.