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Cogence has grown rapidly, more than doubling its assets under management in 18 months, with it now looking to give retail investors access to private markets.

Wiandre Pretorius was shot at 16 times on Thursday morning in Van Dyk Park

ArcelorMittal South Africa, which is in talks to sell its struggling operations, said the rand’s strength is adding to the risk it faces in the country. 

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Molefe is accused of orchestrating the killing of Oupa Sefoka, popularly known as DJ Sumbody

Over 60% of public servants in South Africa are optimistic about AI adoption, with the country ranking fourth globally, according to the new Public Sector AI Adoption Index 2026 released today by Public First for the Center for Data Innovation, with sponsorship from Google. The Public Sector AI Adoption Index is based on a survey […]

Google’s recent decision to remove some AI-generated health summaries from its search results has reignited an old but important conversation about how people seek and interpret medical information online. Following an international investigation, the technology giant confirmed it had withdrawn AI Overviews for certain health-related searches after inaccuracies were identified in its...

The insurance business is built on trust. Likewise, AI cannot work without trust; users and consumers have to believe that it’s providing accurate answers based on sound data. But as a new SAS report shows, trust in AI is a tricky subject, with users placing more trust in generative AI than traditional AI, but not always investing in […]

A month after Maduro’s ousting, Venezuela’s Interim leader walks a tightrope between US demands and Chavista hardliners’ expectations.

Are the world’s superpowers back in an arms race now that the new START treaty has expired? NPR’s Leila Fadel speaks with arms control expert Rose Gottemoeller.

The last major arms control treaty between Russia and the U.S. will expire on Thursday.

In Kyiv, dance parties on a frozen river keep spirits — and bodies — warm after Russian strikes shattered Ukraine’s energy grid.

Epstein considered approaching Mugabe about a new currency in 2015 – the latest batch of files show.

Shops and homes were torched in an attack on two villages in the western state of Kwara, a lawmaker says.

Ahmed Muharram is among several suspects arrested in a major crackdown on marijuana trafficking.

The surprise move that may threaten the stability of the coalition government of which the DA is a key partner.

Financial pressure being felt by South Africans earning R25,000 or less a month after the festive season has set off serious alarm bells in the debt counselling industry.

Africa’s next phase of growth will depend less on policy announcements and more on its ability to mobilise capital at scale. Deep, liquid markets are no longer optional, they are the foundation for infrastructure, energy transition and long-term resilience.

The South African government, via the Industrial Development Corporation, is looking to acquire ArcelorMittal SA due to its importance to the nation’s industrial landscape.

Rachel Matjeng is responsible for Criminal Record , Crime Scene Management at the SAPS Forensic dept

President Cyril Ramaphosa is visiting the SARS Head Office in Pretoria.

DA MP Dianne Kohler Barnard testifies before the Ad Hoc Committee

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The Premier Soccer League has confirmed the dates, venues and kick-off times for the 2026 Nedbank Cup Round of 32.

Fixtures, how to follow on the BBC and venues as the Six Nations returns on Thursday, 5 February with defending champions France taking on Ireland.

That’s what big squads are for.

‘Tis the season for Cape Town Pride. To kick off the proceedings, the LEGACY Love Pride Ball is taking place this weekend.

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will pay out its March 2026 social grants on the following dates.

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will pay out its March 2026 social grants on the following dates.

Melinda French Gates, the former wife of philanthropist Bill Gates, is finding herself having to address the latest revelations of the Epstein files.

The Department of Defence failed to meet deadlines for feedback on various issues or address remedial actions related to irregular expenditure.

Kenoly passed away on Tuesday at the age of 81.

‘One day I will go and no one needs to push me and I just need to take this calmly and work,’ he said.

Entertainment about or made with artificial intelligence has been missing the mark with viewers over the past year.

Makro Restored offers numerous pre-owned tech products at a fraction of the prices of new items.

A frozen incentive scheme has hollowed out South Africa’s film industry, costing jobs and investment.

South Africans can enjoy a new international travel destination thanks to Airlink.

Bramfield Developments is set to launch a new showroom in Ballito this year, offering dealerships an excellent chance to expand their networks.

Omoda is bringing its most affordable hybrid crossover to South Africa.

Two European automakers have teamed up to push back against the rise of Chinese imports.

Joe founded Dad’s War Room to support men struggling with mental health through tabletop gaming.