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England’s batting was concerning in their 3-0 ODI series defeat by New Zealand but it does not mean fans should give up Ashes hope, writes Matthew Henry.

Some elements of the Iranian state are in favour of relatively relaxing controls, while others wish to cede no ground.

The defender played for Aberdeen, Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur but is best remembered for a cynical foul which changed the laws of the game.

101 East follows India’s snake handlers risking their lives to rescue some of the country’s most deadly reptiles.

Residents want revenue from the sale of water to be strictly used for Joburg Water.

There’s been an alarming increase in ongoing gun violence across various communities in Cape Town.

Kenya has launched the Kenya Artificial Intelligence Skilling Alliance (KAISA), a national platform designed to coordinate AI talent development, innovation programs, and policy collaboration. The initiative, led by the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) in partnership with Microsoft, aims to build a future-ready workforce and strengthen Kenya’s position as a continental AI hub. The launch […]

Morocco has unveiled a major new AI-industry research partnership as Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) and global materials science company Syensqo announced the creation of a joint artificial intelligence laboratory dedicated to sustainable industrial innovation. The Syensqo AI Lab, based at UM6P’s AI-ARC (Accelerated Research Center) in Benguerir, will focus on developing agentic AI...

The U.S. and China agreed to a trade “truce” last week. NPR’s Scott Simon speaks to Julian Gewirtz, a senior China policy official during the Biden administration, about what’s at stake.

An international team of maritime archaeologists race to save the remains of 18th century shipwrecks on the shores of a river island near the frontline of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

The spirit manufacturer’s parent firm is accused of failing to declare a similar amount in tax during a merger.

Stars turn out in their best Halloween costumes at Heidi Klum’s annual party.

Pretoria rubbishes claims of a white genocide and quotes prominent Afrikaners who dub Trump’s plans racist.

Some deaths have been reported though accurate figures are hard to obtain due to the internet shutdown.

The court sets aside the 1967 inquest that found that the anti-apartheid hero was hit by a goods train.

Tensions remain with protests expected to continue, after demonstrations were reported in some towns overnight.

Talk Money Week in Hull will give advice on budgeting, gambling problems and how to avoid scams.

A delegation of companies from a country ranked among the world’s smartest cities is in South Africa to explore opportunities.

What do you think about the cost of renting in Scotland?

More than 80 Warm Welcome spaces are now open at various locations across Surrey.

The event forms part of the broader National Dialogue initiative.

The South African government submitted an extradition request to Malawi.

Mbalula delivered the Oliver Reginald Tambo memorial lecture in Mbizana in the Eastern Cape.

Two DA Ward Councillors from George have resigned to join the Patriotic Alliance.

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze has somewhat confirmed the obvious: Amakhosi’s performance against Durban City was below par.

Patrick Vieira leaves his role as Genoa head coach by mutual consent after they fail to win in nine Serie A games this season.

Cabinet has urged all citizens to support South Africa’s women’s national cricket team in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup final.

All eyes will be at Loftus Versfeld as Orlando Pirates visit Mamelodi Sundowns for a blockbuster Betway Premiership clash on Saturday.

Education secretary says mandatory test needed to tackle ‘shocking outcomes’ for many working-class children

Bridget Phillipson has said she is ready to take on the unions in a battle over compulsory reading tests for 13-year-olds and more extracurricular activities for all children to prevent them becoming “stuck in a doom loop of detachment” from school.

The education secretary said that...

Irma Stern Museum and University of Cape Town (UCT) co-announcement rocks the South African art world, ending a 56-year partnership …

Here’s how much DSTV, Africa’s first satellite broadcaster, used to cost 30 years ago when it first launched in South Africa …

Handre Pollard’s wife Marise opened up about the ‘beautiful chaos’ of becoming a mom for the second time. Take a look…

Unusually warm ocean temperatures fueled one of the worst hurricanes on record. New research finds climate change increased the storm’s likelihood.

Unlock the course and raise your game with the best golf rangefinders you can buy.

Lectric upgraded its most popular bike with greater range, a new color display, and a better torque sensor.

Where to lock in, power down, and actually enjoy your business trip to Portland.

Arriving in South Africa next year, the hybrid electric C5 will aim not only at parent company Chery’s Tiggo Cross HEV, but also the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid.

Titanium X prim and proper flagship model alongside its more extravagant Sport sibling.

The most affordable seven-seater in South Africa starts at a price of R218 999.

‘Loot in the Boot’ will see one entrant walk way with R1-million.

When Kat Denisi was diagnosed with breast cancer at 32 she was put into a medically induced menopause.