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UK asylum appeal backlog at record high of 80,000
Home Office statistics show more than 80,333 people were waiting for appeals to be heard at the end of 2025, up from 41,987 a year earlier.
THURSDAY, 12 MARCH 2026, 22:01

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Home Office statistics show more than 80,333 people were waiting for appeals to be heard at the end of 2025, up from 41,987 a year earlier.
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In September 2025, when conservationist Fred Daniel was awarded R306-million in damages by the Gauteng Division of the High Court in Pretoria, the ruling was feted as a ‘historic’ victory in the fight against state-sponsored corruption. But, as Daily Maverick reported in February 2026, disturbing questions have been raised by the government’s intention to appeal against the judgment. Now,...
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At a critical age when many learners fall behind, The Gem Project equips Grade 7s in Nelson Mandela Bay with the skills and confidence to navigate high school — and life beyond the classroom.
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Local researchers are strides ahead in the southernmost frontier – and outpacing elite heavyweights while they’re at it.

South Africa
The Western Cape has been experiencing high temperatures as the heatwave persists.

South Africa
Motorists are advised to maintain a safe following distance.

South Africa
The state revealed that Ntokozo Mjiyako is mentioned as Ntanzi’s legal representative.

South Africa
Authorities charged the masters of the vessels and imposed an administrative penalty of R400 000.

World
A message attributed to Mojtaba Khamenei also says Iran will continue targeting US bases in the region.
World
Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, lacks the authority of his father and is leading “a hereditary monarchy” reliant on the backing of the powerful Revolutionary Guards, an exiled opposition group said on Thursday.

World
The Rastriya Swatatantra Party has won a large majority in an election dominated by issues including corruption.

World
Ruth Jones and Richard E Grant star in new BBC drama The Other Bennet Sister

Africa
Biniam Solomon was known for his witty and critical cartoons before the free press was closed.

Africa
Ramadan and Lent haven’t overlapped since 1993 and couples like Olanrewaju and Kaosara in Nigeria are observing them together.

Africa
The suspect had packed some ants in test tubes while others were concealed in tissue paper rolls, prosecutor says.

Africa
Witnesses say drone strikes hit a residential building frequently occupied by expatriates and aid workers.

Business
British wildlife will replace historical figures on the next series of Bank of England banknote

Business
The famous company said rising costs had “squeezed the business financially”.

Business
Oil price moves have made headlines since the Iran conflict started – but why have there been such sharp swings?

Business
The lawsuit is an indication of the complexities looming over a potential $166bn in tariff refunds.

Politics
Over 500 SANDF members are deployed in Gauteng to help the police fight gang related crimes

Politics
Ramaphosa says work is under way to build a capable state that will change things for better

Politics
The MK Party has axed Bongani Mncwango as its Secretary-General.

Politics
President Cyril Ramaphosa was answering questions in Parliament.

Sport
Your guide to what’s happening and when and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Milan-Cortina.

Sport
Tom English looks at the areas Scotland must master in order to record a rare win over Ireland in the final round of Six Nations fixtures.

Sport
Guro Reiten leaves Chelsea after winning 13 trophies in six years to join American side Gotham FC.

Sport
Ben Jones was a promising fly-half when he was growing up, coming through the Scarlets academy.
Education
[ANGOP] Huambo — At least nine school libraries in the provinces of Huambo, Namibe, and Cabinda will be rehabilitated and equipped over the next four years as part of the Libelinha project led by Standard Bank-Angola. The project will receive an investment of 900 million kwanzas.
Education
[ANGOP] Luanda — Angolan Health Minister Sílvia Lutucuta on Tuesday highlighted the advances made by the health sector in recent years, with particular emphasis on expanding the workforce and training specialized personnel.
Education
Readers react to the news that a U.S. missile likely killed 175 Iranians. Also: Kennedy pushes nutrition advice on medical schools; city life for retirees.
Education
[Nile Post] Kabubbu was filled with pride and celebration on February 28, when the Kabubbu Development Project (KDP) unveiled 15 young, published authors; eight from Kabubbu Community Primary School and seven from Trust High School, marking the culmination of a year of writing, mentorship, and publishing.

Lifestyle
Award-winning musician Brenda Mtambo taps into a new realm in her music career as deputy chairperson at CAPASSO.
Lifestyle
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Lifestyle
Siya Kolisi’s rumoured girlfriend Rachel John, shared photos of her mom as she hopped on the ‘I look just like my mommy’ trend.

Entertainment
A total of R600 000 in jackpots is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results for 12 March 2026.

Entertainment
Catch up on the biggest stories of Thursday, 12 March 2026 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.

Entertainment
The president says the government will act on the Madlanga commission’s recommendations once the final report is submitted.

Entertainment
Through the lens: The Citizen’s Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.

Science/Tech
In today’s episode, we discuss how the saga between Anthropic and the Department of Defense is far from over.
Science/Tech
sinij shares a report from Car and Driver: Honda is making a monumental shift in its business plans. The automaker is canceling the development and launch of the 0 Series SUV, the 0 Series saloon, and the Acura RSX, and as a result, expects to take a significant financial hit in 2026 [of up to $15.8 billion]. The automaker was blunt in its announcement of the changing plans, citing American...

Science/Tech
WIRED spoke with Nick Fox, Google’s SVP of knowledge and information, about how AI is changing the company’s advertising business.
Science/Tech
Anthropic updated Claude so it can automatically generate charts, diagrams, and other interactive visualizations directly inside conversations, rather than only in a side panel. The new visualizations are rolling out now to all users. The Verge reports: As an example, Anthropic says a conversation about the periodic table could lead Claude to generate a visualization of it, featuring...

Motoring
This compact SUV uses less than R1 of petrol per kilometre.
Motoring

Motoring
Mahindra’s Pik Up is rapidly becoming one of South Africa’s favourite bakkies.

Motoring
The CEO of one of South Africa’s largest supermarket groups said that the company is training its delivery riders address their behaviour out on the roads.
Health
BBC News sent a questionnaire to more than 5,000 GPs in England.

Health
“When people say to you, ‘what have you done in your life?’ I can say I’ve saved someone’s life.”

Health
The inquiry is being held over concerns of poor care at the County Durham and Darlington trust.
Health
A group of scientists and law enforcement officials are pointing to the role moss can play to help solve crimes.