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Postbank has been registered as a licensed financial services provider, bringing the bank one step closer to becoming a fully-fledged commercial bank.

National police commissioner Gen Fannie Masemola has responded to allegations made against him by several witnesses testifying before parliament’s ad hoc committee.

Discover the origins of St. Patrick’s Day, why green became its symbol, and how South Africans celebrate this Irish tradition.

German carmaker Volkswagen’s premium brand group Audi expects a recovery in its profit margin this year after tariffs dealt a €1.2bn (R23.10bn) blow in 2025, the company said on Tuesday.

The municipality is battling refuse removal, potholes, and deteriorating infrastructure.

Minister Mahlobo says R400 billion is needed to address SA’s water challenges.

The postponement comes after the state witness, known as Mr X, took ill. 

Severe weather is plaguing the US from coast to coast, bringing a mix of extreme heat and bitter cold.

As the war with Iran intensifies, Trump is demanding that allies help the U.S. reopen the Strait of Hormuz. And, a federal judge halts RFK Jr.’s changes to children’s vaccine policies.

Israel says it killed Ali Larijani and Gholamreza Soleimani, the highest profile assassinations since the targeting of Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on the first day of the war.

These reports harm attempts to close the wide gender representation gap in Zambia, activists say.

Multiple blasts struck some of the Maiduguri’s busiest locations on Monday evening.

Some 50,000 people are told to flee their homes as the army warns of a huge military offensive in Jonglei state.

Fifa fines the Nigeria Football Federation and DR Congo Football Association for separate disciplinary breaches by supporters.

Postbank has secured a financial services provider licence, but is still working on obtaining its banking licence.

Sergeant Fannie Nkosi, has denied allegations that he tipped off Vusimuzi Matlala about a raid.

COPE leader Mosiuoa ‘Terror’ Lekota was buried in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Court hears Thabo Mbeki and Jacob Zuma’s bid to review Justice Khampepe’s refusal to recuse herself.

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry continues cross-examination of Sgt Fannie Nkosi.

Batter Ollie Pope said any perception England “weren’t fussed” about winning the Ashes is hard to take.

Craig Bellamy underlines Harry Wilson’s importance to Wales by describing the Fulham star as a player his team cannot afford to lose.

Captain Sam Kerr scores the winner as Australia beat China 2-1 to reach the final of the Asian Cup.

A well-known Proteas player has taken the interesting decision to play in another new T20 tournament that will be hosted in Belgium.

Actor and television presenter Dingaan Khumalo is not pleased that fans are disrespecting him by calling him out of his name.

Ama Qamata shines in ‘Fight Like A Girl’ as she attends the Congo premiere of the powerful women-led boxing drama.

Seasoned broadcaster and award-winning musician Unathi Nkayi is adamant about not being associated with Somizi Mhlongo.

‘We need to target the rural residents, focusing on the youth and women ownership’

The importance of integrity in building maintenance and using Pinnacle Structural Repair Specialists.

Advice on and the growing role of container solutions in South Africa’s infrastructure scene, by Rental King.

There are allegations of vote rigging and vote buying at the ANC’s elective conference in December last year.

Nvidia says the tool will transform game graphics – critics warn it could squeeze out artistic expression.

In a major boost for rural education, Telkom has partnered with the Eastern Cape Department of Education to bridge the digital divide at Sitoza Senior Secondary School. The initiative officially relaunched the school’s ICT laboratory with a handover of 30 laptops and 30 MiFi connectivity devices, each equipped with preloaded SIM cards and data packages. […]

Chip shortages are causing the prices of servers, radio access network equipment and even Sim cards to rise.

FlySafair has introduced new one‑tap payment options in its mobile app, allowing customers to pay for flights quickly and securely using Apple Pay and Google Pay. The new payment methods, powered by Stitch, form part of the airline’s ongoing focus on using technology to simplify the booking experience and remove unnecessary friction for customers. Stitch […]

The National Consumer Commission recalled over 100 units of Lexus’ most expensive SUV.

The war in the Middle East has driven up jet fuel prices, forcing local airlines to raise ticket prices.

Experts have warned that speeding fines won’t disappear once South Africa’s new driving laws are introduced, and that motorists will face harsher penalties for ignoring fines.

Helen and Lee Draper lost their daughter Megan to meningitis in October 2025.

BBC Health Correspondent Dominic Hughes explains the signs to look out for.