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Tensions flared at the 33rd commemoration of struggle stalwart Chris Hani, as his family issued a stern warning to politicians and officials they accuse of trying to “rubbish” and “soil” his legacy.

Rugby union was the second most-watched women’s sport in 2025 after England’s home Rugby World Cup win, so with momentum at an all-time high, will this year’s Six Nations be the biggest yet?

Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency says they are continuing their search for lions on the loose

The Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute has inaugurated a modern laboratory equipped with artificial intelligence and robotic sample-processing systems, describing it as the largest facility of its kind in East Africa and sub-Saharan Africa. JKCI Chief Executive Officer Peter Kisenge said the investment forms part of the Sixth Phase Government’s efforts, through the Ministry of Health, […]

Rwanda’s Ministry of ICT and Innovation has brought together chief digital officers from across government agencies for a specialized artificial intelligence training session, as the country intensifies efforts to embed AI into public institutions beyond the experimentation stage. The session, facilitated by Cenfri, focused on equipping participants with practical knowledge of emerging AI...

Uganda’s Ministry of ICT and National Guidance has engaged partners under the UK Digital Access Programme to explore scalable approaches to expanding digital skills training across the country, with AI-enabled learning systems emerging as a central focus of the discussions. The meeting brought together representatives from the British High Commission and implementing partners to address […]

The killing came as ex-security chiefs warned “government sponsored Jewish terrorism” was out of control.

Prince Harry left the charity last year in an acrimonious dispute over how Sentebale was being managed.

Hungary votes Sunday in a pivotal test of Viktor Orbán’s “illiberal democracy,” as challenger Péter Magyar taps voter frustration, with stakes for Europe, NATO and the U.S.

Vice President Vance is heading to Pakistan to lead a U.S. team in talks aimed at ending the war in Iran. And, Artemis II is set to return to Earth today.

The once close-knit community of Ngogo chimpanzees have been at loggerheads for the last eight years.

The 43-year-old denies the charge and has been released on bail and had to surrender his passport.

The foreign minister says the accusations, involving children, were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated.

The state department has also asked US citizens to “reconsider” travel plans to the West African country.

The trade body for European airports said if the Strait of Hormuz did not open in the next three weeks, there could be shortages.

The Department of Justice has suggested a monetary award for whistle-blowers should their employer be found quilty of improper conduct.

Nxesi says engagement within the alliance should remain disciplined despite differing views.

Ramaphosa says he will make a determination once he has received a full report on the two matters.

The ANC has embarked on the the process for the selection of councillors and mayors.

Government is commemorating the 33rd anniversary of the assassination of struggle icon Chris Hani.

The mighty Orlando Pirates have a Betway Premiership trip at Richards Bay this Friday evening. Here’s the confirmed starting 11.

Jannik Sinner cruises past Felix Auger-Aliassime to set up a semi-final with Alexander Zverev in the Monte Carlo Masters.

Martin O’Neill thinks the return of the Green Brigade ultras group following the lifting of their suspension will be “a boost” to Celtic’s title challenge.

Celtic rivalries are renewed once more as Wales host Scotland in their Women’s Six Nations opener at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium.

Seasoned broadcaster Linda Sibiya reflects on the remarkable support he received from his colleagues during a radio hiatus.

Cape Town residents have been invited to help reshape an underused City Bowl parking lot into a more vibrant civic space.

South Africans have dragged retired footballer Wayne Rooney after a poll revealed an interesting fact about the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

“He’s apologised to me, he’s apologised to the club,” Rosenior told reporters on Friday.

Here’s everything you can look forward to at Main Street Sundays, the free, car-free event transforming Johannesburg’s Marshalltown on Sunday, 12 April.

Award-winning broadcaster and hip-hop personality Moozlie joins forces with the legendary Scoop Ngwekazi for ‘Lift Off’, a new weekend show that’s giving Metro FM a full culture update.

‘I regard him as a family friend,’ TMPD’s Umashi Dhlamini told Madlanga commission.

Financial experts are keeping a focused eye on the Litecoin price today as it sits near the vital $50 to $52 support level, a decisive moment for this altcoin. Meanwhile, Hyperliquid crypto is staying firm in the mid $30 range, trapped between floor and ceiling prices, leaving the broader market in a very tight spot.  […]

Dr Nigel Fairweather and Philip Clarke on the newly released Nasa photographs showing the far side of the moon

There has been much excitement about the crew of Artemis II seeing the far side of the moon (Artemis II swings back around after completing record-setting moon flyby, 6 April). Let us remember that on 7 October 1959 the Soviet spacecraft Luna 3 (also known as Lunik 3) photographed the...

These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week.

The South African National Space Agency has been a key component of NASA’s Artemis II mission to the moon.

These were the top 20 best-selling cars in South Africa in March 2026.

Citroën’s all-new C3 panel van is its cheapest offering in South Africa.

People who carry variations in two genes linked to appetite and digestion can lose more weight when taking drugs such as Wegovy and Mounjaro to treat obesity, research suggests.

Phoebe was told she’d be treated as a mental health patient if she kept returning to A&E.