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UK immigration officer among two men guilty of working for Chinese intelligence
Chi Leung “Peter” Wai used the main immigration database to track Hong Kong dissidents in the UK.
THURSDAY, 07 MAY 2026, 16:52

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Chi Leung “Peter” Wai used the main immigration database to track Hong Kong dissidents in the UK.

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Judge says woman doesn’t pose danger to husband
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Democratic Republic of the Congo President Felix Tshisekedi said he was open to standing for a third term.

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Israeli media reports suggest Israel is preparing to resume fighting because of the impasse in talks with Hamas.

South Africa
Crime intelligence are closely monitoring protests linked to illegal immigration.

South Africa
The department has paid R700-million to contractors as pressure mounted over delayed invoices.

South Africa
N3TC is urging motorists to drive with caution on the toll route between KZN and Free State.

South Africa
Illegally erected shacks were demolished and police confiscated illegal mining equipment.

World
People on Tenerife in the Canary Islands have told the BBC they are concerned about the arrival of MV Hondius.

World
The announcement follows recent ousting of several top officials in China’s military.

World
Iran is reviewing the Trump administration’s latest proposal to end the war. And, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is meeting Pope Leo XIV amid President Trump’s harsh criticism of him.
World
Across six locations in Indonesia, NPR spoke with locals about how nickel mining is changing the land and daily life. It’s brought jobs, but also concerns about environmental damage and public health.

Africa
As claims of xenophobia in South Africa mount, Ghana calls on the African Union to send a fact-finding mission.

Africa
“If the people want me to have a third term, I will accept,” Tshisekedi says, with him due to step down in 2028.

Africa
The baby hippo, which has been named Bumpy, was found clinging to its lifeless mother at a lake.

Africa
DNA tests are underway to confirm whether remains found inside the crocodile match that of a missing man.

Business
Liverpool FC will open its first standalone retail stores in South Africa next week, with locations in Cape Town and Johannesburg.

Business
Allan Gray believes that Dis-Chem is offering investors better value than its largest rival, Clicks.
Business

Business
Alexander Bay was founded over 100 years ago in the extreme north-west of the country near the mouth of the Orange River.

Politics
Interactive timeline summarises key events since a large sum of money was stolen from Phala Phala.

Politics
The DA says public funds meant to serve residents cannot be misused for personal or political gain.

Politics
Members of Parliament are expected to propose ways to balance work and campaigns ahead of elections

Politics
Mashale, says the arrest of Fadiel Adams and the raiding of properties linked to him were unlawful

Sport
Liverpool FC has confirmed the opening dates and locations of its first official standalone retail stores in South Africa.

Sport
A rider has died after an accident in Superbike qualifying for the North West 200 international road race on Thursday.

Sport
Round 17 of the URC brings us even closer to playoff action. Everything is on the line this weekend, with nine teams still in contention for the eight available playoff spots.

Sport
Speedy recovery.
Education
[Capital FM] Nairobi — President William Ruto has directed the Ministry of Education to fast-track the full digitisation of education records across the country within the next two months, in a sweeping move aimed at improving accountability, planning, and transparency in the sector.
Education
[This Day] GMYT Fashion Academy on Monday, May 4, 2026, inducted 21 budding entrepreneurs, marking another milestone in its drive to nurture young talents and promote socio-economic development through fashion and enterprise.
Education
[This Day] No academic discipline is inherently useless, argues
Education
[This Day] In the strategic lexicon of Sun Tzu’s “The Art of War”, it is asserted with clinical precision that “every battle is won before it is fought.”

Lifestyle
Tyla addresses viral Met Gala clip with Rihanna, denying beef rumours and explaining what really happened.

Lifestyle
South African retail giant Woolworths has broken its silence over its split from former chocolate supplier Beyers.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Nokuthula Dlamini, a recent graduate from UKZN, shared that she celebrated her graduation without stressing her mother over a new dress.

Entertainment
The group’s operations are designed around delivering practical solutions to market needs, with a focus on operational services, project-based execution, and scalable business models.

Entertainment
Residents in Vosloorus are concerned about their safety after sinkholes formed in their backyards

Entertainment
Tehran will send position via Pakistan after Trump paused naval escort mission, claiming progress toward deal to halt Middle East fighting.

Entertainment
Joburg City Parks urges families with loved ones buried at Olifantsvlei Cemetery to visit the graves and report any damage.

Science/Tech
From a student digs kitchen in Stellenbosch, to a majority investment from PSG Group, ButtaNutt’s growth story is one of calculated risk and local focus. Founded in 2013, the business started with a single product: macadamia nut butter. Today, ButtaNutt is one of South Africa’s leading plant-based milk brands, with expansion into plant-based milks since […]

Science/Tech
Powered by Gemini and designed around simplicity, the new Fitbit Air could finally give the screenless fitness tracker market a compelling alternative to Whoop.

Science/Tech
Google is sunsetting Google Fit by year’s end. While Fitbit remains very much alive, the rebranded Google Health app is your one-stop shop for all things health and fitness.

Science/Tech
Pineapple, the South African digital insurance provider, has been named an Endeavor Outlier. This exclusive, invite-only designation is reserved for the top 10% of high-performing companies in the global Endeavor network. The Outliers programme recognises a select group of Endeavor Entrepreneurs whose companies meet strict, annually updated benchmarks across revenue, growth, and capital raised....

Motoring
The government has increased its fuel price relief for diesel motorists by nearly R1 per litre.
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Motoring
The new JMC Vigus is one of the most affordable double-cab bakkies in South Africa.

Health
Two survivors who caught the hantavirus three years ago told the BBC they were both felt lucky to be alive.

Health
When should we worry that our snoring might be the sign of a larger problem?

Health
Anaemia and the new dementia link

Health
Some passengers potentially exposed to hantavirus have already taken flights to numerous countries.