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The economic shock from the US–Israel conflict is likely to affect South Africa for up to two years, as higher oil prices, disrupted insurance markets, and uncertainty risk entrenching inflation across the economy.

The historic Zimbabwe bird return sees South Africa hand back sacred artefacts and ancestral remains, building on recent heritage victories.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor received the historic honour in 2012 “by virtue of patrimony”.

Maoz Inon’s parents were killed by Hamas in the Oct. 7 attacks. Aziz Abu Sarah’s brother died after being tortured in an Israeli military prison. Their new book is The Future Is Peace.

The armed men reportedly evaded capture by escaping through the city’s sewer system.

Lebanon ceasefire part of complex web of Mideast negotiations, from Iran to Gaza

Pope Leo XIV condemns “tyrants” fueling war with billions. His calls for global peace during his Africa trip come amid rising tensions with President Trump.

The pontiff was unusually forthright in his address at the presidential palace.

Malema is appealing against the decision to prevent him from being taken to prison on Thursday.

Abubakar Malami was seen as one of the most influential ministers under former President Muhammadu Buhari.

Zhang Kequn was arrested in March while trying to travel to China with more than 2,000 live ants.

The BBC’s Emma Simpson explains why fizzy drinks, salad and meat could be affected by the Gulf conflict.

The chancellor was speaking at the end of the International Monetary Fund meeting in Washington.

The store, in Mablethorpe, buys surplus stock so it can keep prices low.

The sudden resignation of South African Airways’ CEO, and recent reports of criminal syndicates stealing millions from the airline, has raised questions about the airline’s long-term sustainability.

EFF have denied claims that their members forced businesses to close in the Johannesburg CBD.

Malema made the remarks while addressing his party supporters and members outside KuGompo court.

The MOUs involved an endless working relationship between the EMPD and Medicare24, Anubis, CAT VIP.

Malema maintained that the judgment had no legal basis.

Los Angeles Lakers’ Luka Doncic and Detroit Pistons’ Cade Cunningham are eligible to win NBA end-of-season awards after successful appeals.

Khanyisa Mayo boosted his confidence by scoring against Magesi, with Chiefs coach Khalil Ben Youssef backing the striker.

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior says his side are running out of time to qualify for next season’s Champions League campaign.

The Football Association of Wales made a loss of £3.4m for the year ending June 2025 despite posting record turnover.

Capital’s schools hardest hit in England and Wales by rising housing costs and falling birthrate, with further falls predicted in coming years

Schools in London continue to be hardest hit by housing costs and the falling birthrate. Further closures and mergers of primary schools are expected after a sharp fall in the number of children entering reception classes in the capital.

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Dr Musa Mthombeni shuts down online rumours claiming he cheated on his wife while on a boys trip to Thailand.

A rare apple variety first planted by Jan van Riebeeck, and later surviving a World War, has returned to Cape Town after 364 years.

The Ultimatum’s Ruth Khathide finds lasting love and gets her happily-ever-after.

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Precious stones valued at R14.9 million were allegedly taken from the home of Peter Prinsloo.

With 1 in 20 South Africans already using or considering weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, new data shows a major shift in shopping habits.

The search for the best crypto to buy right now is increasingly shaped by timing, access, and upcoming market catalysts rather than just long-term narratives. Established names like Ethereum, Chainlink, and Aave continue to hold steady positions across infrastructure, data services, and decentralized finance, offering relatively predictable growth paths.  At the same time, BlockDAG is […]

Singapore – Multi‑chain trading terminal Genius has processed over $15 billion in cumulative volume; token launches on MEXC and Aster DEX. The Genius Foundation today announced that its native GENIUS token has completed its Token Generation Event (TGE), with the token surging more than 850% and briefly reaching a fully diluted valuation exceeding $800 million. […]

In a bid to minimize dependence on technology from other countries, the UK government is plowing resources into homegrown AI startups.

An Indian carmaker with a factory in South Africa recently completed its 12,000th vehicle.

The City of Johannesburg has proposed name changes for four streets in the metro.

Covid vaccines saved hundreds of thousands of lives, but small minority harmed need better support, says report.

The outdoor area at Yarm Wellness will officially open to the public on Saturday.