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Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says the South African High Commissioner to India, Anil Sooklal, and former president Jacob Zuma were ‘showing the middle finger’ to South Africans when they appeared at an event with corruption-accused Ajay Gupta.
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In a crucial Nations Championship clash, the Springboks must remember past lessons as they take on England at Ellis Park, where resilience and strategy are key.

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Ledwaba had subjected Thabane to repeated acts of violence over two days, the state said.

South Africa
The ConCourt says the Western Cape Government and the City failed their constitutional obligation…

South Africa
Evidence leader Advocate Adila Hassim outlines evidence against Feroz Khan at Madlanga

South Africa
Court has dismissed the second bail application of Janitha van Reenen-Coetzee…

South Africa
Travellers entering or leaving South Africa are required to submit an online traveller declaration..

World
The bus was travelling from Quetta to Peshawar, when it crashed in the Dana Sar mountain range.

World
Ali Khamenei’s body will lie in state in Tehran’s Grand Mosalla from Friday ahead of days-long funeral events.

World
Romantic, fairytale vibes could dominate Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s reported wedding event in New York City on Friday.

World
According to WHO data, there have been 1,406 confirmed cases of the disease in DRC, with 301 suspected cases and 438 deaths.

Africa
Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez announces his retirement from international football after the Desert Foxes’ 2-0 defeat by Switzerland in the World Cup round of 32.

Africa
Some residents reluctantly hung their dogs to avoid being arrested or fined, locals tell the BBC.

Africa
South Africa denies claims that a Ghanaian citizen was killed in anti-migrant protests in Cape Town.

Africa
Senegal’s nightmarish year continues, with a heart-breaking collapse against Belgium featuring late penalty drama which was remarkably similar to events in this year’s chaotic Afcon final.

Business
Some islanders say changes will help but others are worried about their data being shared.
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Business
SSE Airtricity said electricity bills will increase by 6.2% seeing the customer’s bill rise by about 20p a day- that’s £71.57 extra a year.

Business
More than 250 of the UK’s biggest employers have signed up to his ‘Get Britain Working’ taskforce.

Politics
The Zondo Commission identified Ajay Gupta as a central architect of SA’s state capture.

Politics
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni holds a post-Cabinet meeting briefing.

Politics
The Madlanga Inquiry is probing claims of criminal infiltration within law enforcement agencies.

Politics
The TRC Cases Inquiry is taking place in Newtown, Johannesburg.

Sport
Bafana goalkeeper Renaldo Leaner is officially a free agent after leaving Sekhukhune, with Pirates among the clubs monitoring his situation.

Sport
Here is who will sing the national anthems prior to the Springboks’ Test against England at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed the departure of striker Tashreeq Morris, with both parties agreeing to terminate the contract.

Sport
BBC pundits Rachel Corsie and Lucas Leiva explain their experiences of playing football at altitude, ahead of England’s game at Estadio Azteca against Mexico which sits 2,240 metres above sea level.
Education
[Vanguard] The leadership of Rotary International Districts 9111 and 9112 has announced a series of humanitarian and healthcare initiatives aimed at improving the wellbeing of residents across Lagos and Ogun States.
Education
[World Bank] Eswatini’s Teaching at the Right Level pilot reached nearly 1,900 learners in 30 primary schools, helping children strengthen literacy and numeracy through teaching matched to their skill levels. The story shows how formative assessment, interactive instruction, and early gains are shaping plans to scale foundational learning support nationwide.
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[Liberian Observer] The Executive Secretary of the West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF), Jules Tapsoba, today called for greater investment in taxpayer education as a critical pillar for building public trust, improving voluntary tax compliance and strengthening domestic revenue mobilisation across developing countries.
Education
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Faith Odhiambo has urged the National Assembly to urgently fast-track the Basic Education (Amendment) Bill, 2025, warning that continued delays are denying thousands of children in informal settlements access to equitable and quality education.
Lifestyle
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Lifestyle
Bafana Bafana player Teboho Mokoena has publicly praised the EFF again, after that shout-out to Julius Malema…

Entertainment
Residents can expect cool mornings, mild afternoons and light to moderate northerly winds.

Entertainment
A medical report details Major General Feroz Khan’s severe gunshot wounds, with doctors saying the seriousness of the injuries contradict claims that his shooting was staged.

Entertainment
SA designer Mzukisi Mbane said it ‘feels like I’m living in a movie’ after the Balenciaga mentorship was announced.

Entertainment
Expected to create around 11 000 jobs by 2030 and generate more than R8bn in economic value for local communities.

Science/Tech
Woolworths Financial Services (WFS) has launched MyDifference PLUS, an exciting addition to the Woolworths MyDifference loyalty programme, designed to help Woolies Credit Card and Store Card customers get more value. MyDifference PLUS rewards customers for shopping and for the way in which they manage their accounts. “Loyalty programmes are no longer defined by generic rewards, […]

Science/Tech
Everyone needs a safe way to listen to music on outdoor runs. We’ve found the bone conduction headphones to grab on your way out the door.

Science/Tech
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What we learned from the government’s biggest attempt yet to control who can gain access to the most powerful new A.I. models.
Motoring
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Motoring
Ahead of production ending this year, the South African market Discovery range has been reduced again from five to three derivatives.
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Health
The British Medical Association is in dispute with Manx Care over “pay erosion since 2008”.
Health
While relief could come to the Great Lakes and the far Northeast over the weekend, the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast will stay hot.

Health
In the face of criticism, Shoko Kawata, 35, says she loves her job and is proud to be taking time off to have a baby.
Health
The rodent-borne virus, which sickened passengers on the MV Hondius, killed three people, led to a race to find its origin and a global health alert.