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The Khampepe commission of inquiry probing alleged efforts to stall the investigation into and prosecution of apartheid-era perpetrators continues in Newtown, Johannesburg, on Thursday.
THURSDAY, 21 MAY 2026, 11:44

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The Khampepe commission of inquiry probing alleged efforts to stall the investigation into and prosecution of apartheid-era perpetrators continues in Newtown, Johannesburg, on Thursday.

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South Africa’s infrastructure ambitions are not constrained by a lack of capital; rather, they are adversely affected by a lack of bankable opportunities.

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The deceased were occupants of the minibus taxi, including the driver.
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Get to know Eastern Cape journalist Andisa Bonani beyond the headlines. From the community newsroom that shaped her career to the solo trip she’d relive in a heartbeat. Step into her world.

South Africa
Fannie Nkosi faces charges of theft and defeating the ends of justice.

South Africa
One person sustained serious injuries, while two more occupants escaped with slight injuries

South Africa
Gauteng Health Department encourages use of community health centres for disability grants forms…
South Africa
Parliament and Unisa to host Constitution colloquim in Cape Town
Parliament, in partnership with the University of South Africa (UNISA), will host a joint colloquium on Friday to commemorate 30 years of South Africa’s Constitution.
The event, themed “Celebrating 30 Years of South Africa’s Constitution in a rapidly changing world”, will take place at the temporary National...

World
About 400 years ago, beavers were hunted to extinction across Britain. Now they’re being reintroduced as little climate warriors, as communities harness their dam-building skills to mitigate flooding.

World
The outbreak, caused by a rare Ebola species, is thought to have caused 139 deaths so far.

World
India’s newest political movement started with an insult – and led to people proudly dressing up as cockroaches.

World
The Ebola outbreak in eastern Africa was announced last week, then quickly declared an emergency by the WHO. It’s likely cuts in U.S. aid to the DRC contributed to a delay in identifying the outbreak.

Africa
Nine deportees arrive from the US as part of Donald Trump’s crackdown on illegal immigration.

Africa
Ebola was first discovered in what is now the DR Congo in 1976 and the country is now facing its 17th outbreak.

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.

Business
The airline has seen no problems with fuel, but says people are booking later because of uncertainty caused by the Iran war.

Business
The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture has received over 38,000 objections to changing the names of historic towns and metros in the country, including Graaff-Reinet and East London.

Business
Investec is changing its Private Client strategy as the group looks to grow its market share and drive returns.

Business
South Africans are being warned to exercise caution when dealing with an investment firm accused of soliciting funds without the required authorisation.

Politics
Deputy President Paul Mashatile will deliver a keynote address at the NEPAD @ 25 Business Breakfast

Politics
TRC Commission chaired by retired Constitutional Court Justice Sisi Khampempe continues today

Politics
Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero delivered the State of the City Address on Wednesday.

Politics
MK Party is calling for Deputy Minister Steve Letsike to resign, citing concerns over governance.

Sport
The Pumas and Griquas go into battle for the SA Cup this Saturday night, and here is the kick off time to note.

Sport
Siwelele FC head coach Lehlohonolo Seema is happy to retain the Kaizer Chiefs duo of Samkelo Zwane and Happy Mashiane.

Sport
Former Senegal star El Hadji Diouf shares the belief of CAF president Patrick Motsepe that an African team can win FIFA World Cup 2026.

Sport
The Premier Soccer League (PSL) moves fast, and 24 hours can bring plenty of developments. Here is a look at the latest updates for Thursday, 21 May 2026.
Education
Making the case for a “useless” education.
Education
We deserve an A-minus for effort.
Education
Will A.I. replace them? Graduation speakers addressed student uncertainty about the future with jokes and words of wisdom.

Education
Ban social media and reform education to tackle scandal of young people not in work or study, says Peter Hyman
Schools have become a “pipeline” to worklessness for a large cohort of young people in the UK, according to an influential former Labour adviser who has called for urgent action to help a “lost generation”.
Peter Hyman, a former adviser to Tony Blair and Keir Starmer, told the Guardian...

Lifestyle
The Shed Surfers Corner, a popular beachfront restaurant in Muizenberg, has announced it will close its doors.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
The Trump administration will fork out $100 million to significantly increase the intake of South African white Afrikaner refugees.
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Entertainment
‘Come Saturday we want to equal our best points tally in the last ten years,’ added the Chiefs wing-back.

Entertainment
His legal representatives plan to appeal the refusal of his bail application.
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Science/Tech
Scientists developing vaccines and anti-tick treatments amid growing concern over spread of disease
Cases of Lyme disease have risen more than 20% in England in the past year, public health experts have revealed, as pharmaceutical companies work to create new vaccines and drugs to tackle the tick-borne illness.
According to data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), published as part of...

Science/Tech
I’ve had SimpliSafe’s modular, no-contract setup for nearly a decade, and adding on to it has been a cinch.

Science/Tech
GitHub is just the latest victim of TeamPCP, a gang that has carried out a spree of software supply chain attacks that has impacted hundreds of organizations.

Science/Tech
Foreign providers sell Rica avoidance as an eSim feature, exposing a gap in South Africa’s Sim-registration rules.
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Health
Bones discovered at an archaeological site in Cyprus suggest the birds have been strutting around human settlements since at least 1400 B.C.
Health
Aid cuts by the Trump administration have shut down crucial disease surveillance networks and medical supply chains in East Africa.

Health
After a fourth case of meningitis B has been confirmed in Reading, BBC South’s health correspondent Alastair Fee shares what you need to know.
Health
To some Africans, the claim that the continent’s largest health agency had already bungled its response scratched a familiar wound.