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Why the Enhanced Games will force sport to confront tough questions
The Enhanced Games, the ‘Steroid Olympics’ which take place this weekend, are forcing sport and wider society to confront some challenging questions.
WEDNESDAY, 20 MAY 2026, 14:10

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The Enhanced Games, the ‘Steroid Olympics’ which take place this weekend, are forcing sport and wider society to confront some challenging questions.

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Two presidential visits days apart is how Xi Jinping wants the world to see him: talking to everyone, tied to no-one.
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After the unfortunate decision to cancel last year, the Cape Town Marathon returns with Eliud Kipchoge making his debut and sights set on World Major Marathon status.

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They want Khampepe’s decision not to recuse herself declared unconstitutional
South Africa
Rand Water announces major planned maintenance
Rand Water has announced major planned maintenance at its Palmiet and Zuikerbosch systems, which will lead to water supply interruptions between 29 May and 17 July 2026.
Rand Water said the maintenance will focus on critical electrical and pumping infrastructure aimed at improving system reliability, operational flexibility and...
South Africa
SIU welcomes crackdown on TERS fraud
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has welcomed a series of major breakthroughs in the fight against COVID-19 Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme (TERS) fraud.
This includes arrests in Mpumalanga, a conviction in the Free State and the preservation of assets obtained through the proceeds of crime.
“Together, these outcomes represent...

South Africa
Dada expected to outline the City’s challenges and chart the way forward.

South Africa
Mahikeng community activist Thato Molosankwe was shot and killed at his home on Wednesday morning

World
Trump-backed Ed Gallrein ousted Congressman Thomas Massie in Kentucky’s Republican House primary. And, police have identified the victims in California’s mosque shooting.

World
A Spanish court is investigating former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero for alleged influence peddling and other possible crimes tied to a government airline bailout.

World
Its name is short — like its size — but bees are one of Earth’s most important and busy creatures.

World
President Vladimir Putin is in Beijing for talks with President Xi Jinping, in a closely watched visit that comes just days after President Trump’s high-profile trip to China.

Africa
In its latest update, the World Health Organization says there have now been 139 suspected deaths and 600 cases.

Africa
Ghana will face fellow West African heavyweights Ivory Coast in qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.

Africa
The government and transport operators are in talks to resolve the dispute over the hike in fuel prices.

Africa
A bank that ceased operations more than two decades ago is seeking compensation from Malawi that could approach a 10th of the country’s annual budget, following a court ruling that regulators illegally revoked its licence
Business

Business
Construction has started on the first phase of the R18 billion smart city being built on land acquired from one of the top universities in Gauteng.

Business
Top-performing South African students are leaving the country.

Business
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

Politics
Mandla Msibi resigned from the ANC last month after failing to retain his treasurer position.

Politics
The ANC and DA in Joburg have differing expectations ahead of the State of the City Address

Politics
Nhlamulo Ndhlela was removed as uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) spokesperson on Tuesday.

Politics
Political parties have until Friday to submit names to the National Assembly Speaker.

Sport
Wrexham are monitoring the Southampton spygate scandal before considering any potential legal action.

Sport
Arsenal have been crowned the 2025/26 English Premier League champions, and the club’s projected earnings are eye-watering.

Sport
Orlando Pirates need to be Orbit College to be crowned league champions. Here’s a strong Bucs starting eleven.

Sport
Arthur Lewis, a member of the 1971 Grand Slam-winning Wales team and former British and Irish Lion, dies aged 84.
Education
[Nyasa Times] Studying in the United States has been one of the most revealing experiences of my academic life. As a graduate of the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (formerly Malawi Polytechnic), I have had the rare privilege of experiencing two higher education systems that both claim to value excellence–yet produce very different outcomes.
Education
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia — The University of Liberia Faculty Association(ULFA) made a seamless transition when it inducted a new corps of officers to steer the affairs of the Association for the next two years, successfully bringing an end to the leadership of Dr. Edna Johnny, who led ULFA for more than four years, from 2021 to 2026.
Education
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia — Education Minister Dr. Jarso Maley Jallah has announced that the Ministry of Education (MOE) is moving forward with plans to license teachers across Liberia as part of efforts to professionalize the country’s education sector.
Education
[Liberian Observer] A young American humanitarian is gaining recognition in Liberia for expanding educational opportunities for vulnerable students through a growing scholarship and mentorship initiative aimed at reducing financial barriers to education.

Lifestyle
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) pays older persons their June 2026 grant on 2 June. Find out how and where to collect yours.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
SKIMS was first launched in September 2019 by reality star Kim Kardashian.

Entertainment
The city has urged residents not to wait for official notices before starting to prepare for water outages.

Entertainment
“We always believe, you must always believe, so yeah, we believe,” said Modiba.

Entertainment
Items include Perry’s treasured Memorigin watch with a Batman emblem, as well as artwork he collected during his lifetime.

Entertainment
Rosemary is already serving six life terms for orchestrating the murders of her lover and several family members for life insurance payouts.

Science/Tech
Teachers are improvising and learners are exposed unevenly – South Africa urgently needs a national AI policy for schools.

Science/Tech
You don’t need to buy a smart grill to make perfect meat. You can buy a dumb grill and send it to school with smart upgrades.

Science/Tech
South African cyber security experts warn that low ransom DDoS attacks on ISPs may stem from cheap dark web tools, or sophisticated actors testing infrastructure resilience.

Science/Tech
Shopping for a laptop can be infuriating. Here’s how to sift through the acronyms, storage options, and extra features to find the best one for you.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
The latest callback only involves the F and none of the lesser RC variants.

Health
Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather.

Health
Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm.

Health
One in 10 women live with adenomyosis yet sufferers say their pain is often dismissed.

Health
Some people say they are “stranded” in hospital, but the NHS denies decisions around their care are driven by costs.