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Fuel prices in South Africa will rise sharply from 1 April due to global oil market disruptions and a weaker rand, with a temporary tax cut providing limited relief.

Vernon Kay, Claudia Winkleman, Greg James and Rylan Clark are among the names suggested to replace Scott Mills.

The February 28 derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates was oversubscribed, with nearly 15,000 more people making it into the stadium when capacity had been capped at about 89,000.

A delivery driver was forced to drive a suspicious device to Lurgan police station after being threatened, police say.

GBV activist warns that many people fail to recognise harmful traits early in the relationship.

Ministers to brief President Cyril Ramaphosa on measures to ease the impact of rising fuel costs.

Residents say the closure limited access to nearby education and skills development opportunities

Lieutenant General Vuyisile Ncata has been announced as the Eastern Cape Provincial Commissioner

The Department of Homeland Security has lifted its ban on reviewing asylum applications. And, NPR has confirmed that an Iranian strike injured over a dozen U.S. personnel.

China bans ‘bone ash apartments’ where mourners are storing cremated remains instead of cemeteries.

The war in Iran has slowed down international shipping, much of which contains medical and humanitarian goods destined for Asia and Africa.

Iran attacked and set on fire a massive Kuwaiti oil tanker off Dubai overnight, as Gulf states increasingly suffer the fallout from the war.

Victims describe how they have been targeted while carrying out everyday activities.

The raid led to revenge attacks in Jos, with 22 reported dead so far in one of the most volatile parts of the country.

Veron Mosengo-Omba, a controversial figure, leaves at a turbulent time for African football.

The craze for collecting ants takes Kenya by surprise as smugglers zone in to make a profit.

The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has published the official fuel price adjustments that will take effect on Wednesday, 1 April 2026.

Across Africa, artificial intelligence (AI) has moved from being a futuristic concept to a daily reality.

Dis-Chem has seen yet another senior member of its executive team resign, with Stanley Goetsch calling it a day after 42 years.

Minority opposition parties in NMB to table a motion of no confidence against Mayor Babalwa Lobishe

The meeting will be on the road safety campaign ahead of the Easter holidays.

TRC Cases Inquiry probing efforts to stall the prosecution of apartheid-era perpetrators

The deadline for the committee’s lifespan is on Tuesday.

Fakhar Zaman is given a two-match ban in the Pakistan Super League after being found guilty of ball tampering.

In an extensive interview, Radek Vitek talks Manchester United, Bristol City, dealing with crosses and an extraordinary triple save.

Nkota joined Al-Ettifaq from Orlando Pirates last year in July and while he started with promise, his playing time has dwindled.

Kaizer Chiefs have made a major announcement on Tuesday that could certainly be a game changer for the iconic club.

The City of Johannesburg seemingly hurried to fix a three-year pothole in Douglasdale after Helen Zille’s recent snorkelling stunt…

Auditor-General flags deep flaws in South Africa’s digital infrastructure

Wages increased during the period as some industries employed more people.

Petrol is set to increase by R3.06 and diesel by between R7.37 and R7.51 in April.

Both petrol and diesel prices will increase.

The Shelfy 2 uses some interesting science to clean the air, but the results are a mixed bag.

When somebody sends you a document as an attachment, don’t just open it. Use the free tool Dangerzone to scrub it clean of any malevolent code. Here’s how it works.

The Department of Higher Education and Training and Google SA commit to empowering students with AI and digital skills.

South Africa will reduce a tax imposed on fuel to offset the impact of surging oil prices on domestic gasoline, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said.

Researchers says millions of people globally could be carriers of the faulty gene behind the disorder.

David Slater, 72, says ministers need to step up and sort out issues with the medication.

Claire Harkin believes the experiences of people who are supporting loved ones with an addiction can be overlooked.