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The Great Decoupling — why global markets are shrugging off war and fear
Global markets have shrugged off both war and tariffs. For the moment, the optimists are winning.
TUESDAY, 21 APRIL 2026, 21:40
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Global markets have shrugged off both war and tariffs. For the moment, the optimists are winning.
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You know the story about the state-owned national carrier that was turning a corner in its finances, and then the CEO who steered the company away from business rescue resigned before he could present to the parliamentary portfolio committee? Buckle up for the turbulent times.
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As fuel costs soar, it’s probably time to get real about our dependency on the internal combustion engine in urban South Africa, and potentially shifting to alternatives. Think solar power, scooters and a much quieter Sandton Drive.
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LIMA, April 21 (Reuters) – The head of Peru’s electoral authority, Piero Corvetto, resigned on Tuesday pressure grows over the long delayed results from the country’s April 12 general election.

South Africa
Antonio Guterres whose second and final five year term ends on December 31st.

South Africa
Lieutenant General Semakaleng Manamela made allegations related to Hillary Gardee’s case.

South Africa
Mnisi has been accused of alleged tender manipulation at the City of Tshwane.

South Africa
Limpopo musician, Lehlohonolo “Shebe Maburna” Chauke has appeared in court.

World
The impact is being felt by manufacturers, retailers and the digital sector, amid warnings it could get worse if the war resumes.

World
The EU’s top court finds that the reforms breached EU values on a number of levels and broke the founding values of the EU treaty.

World
The status of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s nuclear enrichment program are among the biggest obstacles to extending the truce, which expires Wednesday evening.

World
The ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is set to expire tomorrow. Peace talks between the countries remain uncertain. And, Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve faces a tough confirmation hearing today.

Africa
Allegations of a coup plot first surfaced in October 2025 when an Independence Day parade was cancelled.

Africa
The kidnappers raided his palace on Saturday and are believed to be holding him in a forest.

Africa
Fannie Masemola is accused of failing in his duties to provide proper oversight in his role.

Africa
At the 1972 Miss World contest, Cynthia Shange was one of two contestants from South Africa – one black and one white.
Business

Business
Stormont would have £3bn a year extra if they cut jobs, increased rates and introduced water charges.

Business
The consultancy Teneo says airspace restrictions caused by the conflict have forced airlines to reroute many flights.

Business
Property experts have reported that the property market in a small town is experiencing significant growth, driven by families of children attending prestigious schools in the town.

Politics
Gardee, opens case against top cops who are accused of interfering with his daughter’s murder case

Politics
City Manager Kagiso Lerutla faces charges of fraud, corruption, and defeating the ends of justice.

Politics
The tender relates to a R2.9 billion security contract.

Politics
The party says all conferences will be held no later than March next year.

Sport
Seattle Reign announce Fishlock to retire at end of current NWSL season

Sport
A domestic match in the West Indies is abandoned for a dangerous pitch after batter Jeremiah Louis was hit on the helmet.

Sport
David Jeffrey will make a return to management with Portadown next season.

Sport
Former world number one Venus Williams loses her 10th singles match in a row as she is beaten 6-2 6-4 by Kaitlin Quevedo at the Madrid Open.
Education
The university released a report that said the president, Walter Carter Jr., took trips with a podcaster and suggested that the university hire her.
Education
[This Day] A Professor of Educational Administration and Leadership and Dean of the Faculty of Education, University of Lagos, Akoka, Simeon Adebayo Oladipo, has warned that political interference in policy formulation is undermining Nigeria’s education system and entrenching mediocrity.
Education
[This Day] Abuja — The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has said it has so far disbursed the sum of N242.4 billion since the initiative became fully operational with the launch of its application portal on 24 May 2024.
Education
[Liberian Investigator] – The Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center for Women and Development is moving forward with plans to build a continental women’s leadership campus in Monrovia, with its executive director declaring that Africa can no longer depend on Western spaces to shape its leadership future.

Lifestyle
Prominent Johannesburg pastor Leon du Preez claims to have predicted threats made by Elon Musk, as well as a missile attack on SA…
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
A man on a bicycle was breathalyzed in KZN during a weekend crackdown as officials warned that drunk riding is illegal too.

Entertainment
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Entertainment
Catch up on the biggest stories this Tuesday, 21 April 2026, in our simple daily news update.

Entertainment
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Entertainment
“They are coming to South Africa with an experienced and esteemed coaching team, and we know they will provide us with a proper test.”

Science/Tech
The firm, co-founded by Sam Altman, said it is “not responsible” for the attack at Florida State University

Science/Tech
The company announced its new Framework Laptop 13 Pro, along with updates to its 16-inch model.

Science/Tech
The ChatGPT Images 2.0 model is here. Our testing shows it’s better at creating more detailed images and rendering text, but it still struggles with languages other than English.

Science/Tech
Microsoft has slashed Game Pass prices in South Africa and globally, months after imposing massive price hikes.

Motoring
Even with a war in the Middle East, oil prices are not the main reason why petrol and diesel are so expensive in South Africa.
Motoring

Motoring
Mahindra has confirmed to TopAuto that it is looking to bring at least two electric cars to South Africa in the near future.
Motoring
Health
In a tense congressional hearing, the health secretary also said he bore no responsibility for the measles outbreak in the United States.
Health
One of the nation’s largest insurers, the company’s profits were higher than analysts’ expectations but still fell short of showing a significant comeback.
Health
Volatile relationships, reckless impulsivity and an unstable identity are hallmarks of this misunderstood mental health condition.

Health
Staff say they have addressed concerns over staffing, equipment and learning from serious incidents.