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Animals are still surviving at the river, the abundance of invertebrates and fish has decreased.

The suspects were all wanted for business and house robberies and kidnapping.

Ramaphosa says the success reflects the potential of public healthcare when properly supported.

Those reburied on Monday, were unethically exhumed and treated as scientific objects.

The toll on civilians is mounting fast as the US-Israeli war on Iran continues.

President Trump is ordering the U.S. military to hold off on striking Iranian power plants, citing “productive” talks with Iran, but Iranian officials deny there’s any dialogue with the U.S.

Violence began after a teenage settler was killed, reportedly after being hit by a vehicle driven by a Palestinian.

Moses Itauma, one of heavyweight boxing’s brightest prospects, says he found the answers to questions about his identity on a trip to his father’s village in Nigeria.

A court in Cape Town found Iain Wares guilty of indecently assaulting a former student who accused him of sexual abuse in the 1980s.

The videos sparked widespread anger, leading to the hashtag #StopRapingWomen to trend on social media.

The reported disappearance of Raphael Tuju has led to claims he may have been abducted.

The health firm backed by actor Idris Elba and broadcaster Jonathan Ross is being bought by Danone, reportedly for €1bn (£860m).

Xpresso Café, the budget-friendly coffee shop known for its R14 coffees and founded by a husband-and-wife team, plans to expand its store footprint with 20 additional outlets in 2026, focusing on Johannesburg and Pretoria.

Former apartheid police commander Eugene de Kok is testifying at the Cradock Four inquest.

The AG findings on ETDP SETA revealed that R 637.6 million could not be substantiated.

This information is contained in a handwritten statement that he submitted to police

Tshwane ANC rejects DA’s bid to raise corruption allegations at Madlanga Commission

Newcastle want to be one of the top clubs in the world by 2030. BBC Sport examines why their Saudi owners are going to have to be a lot more ambitious to get anywhere near that.

Ermelo-born former ATP player John-Laffnie de Jager has expressed optimism about the future of South African tennis.

Ethan Ampadu says Harry Wilson’s outstanding Fulham form comes as no surprise to those inside the Wales camp.

Kaizer Chiefs forward Wandile Duba scored his first goal of the season and head coach Cedric Kaze explained how that came about.

Sudanese and Afghan students with offers to study in UK say government’s ‘emergency brake’ is discriminatory

The women banned from studying in Britain

Six students from Sudan and Afghanistan have accused the home secretary of racial discrimination and launched legal action to try to overturn a ban on them taking up university places in the UK.

The students – five from Sudan and one from...

The Home Office has blocked new study visas for applicants from Afghanistan, Sudan, Myanmar and Cameroon. It means many women will miss out on life-changing opportunities – as five female academics explain

Six students challenge Home Office visa ban on four countries

Shahira Sadat was thrilled. She had received an invitation to interview for the prestigious Chevening scholarship. “I cannot...

Former Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi celebrayed ‘one beautiful year’ of marriage, who is her husband, Luthando Bolowana?

Social media almost erupted with excitement following a post from Queen Nomzamo about her sister-wife Queen Nozizwe.

There is good news for Older Person’s SASSA grant recipients in that they’ll be paid on Thursday, 2 April, prior to the Easter long weekend.

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has released its official social grant payment schedule for the 2026/27 financial year.

Nkosi was questioned about his relationship with Molefe.

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NEW YORK — March 22, 2026 — Brian Ferdinand, a portfolio manager and trader associated with EverForward Trading and a member of the Forbes Business Development Council, has been recognized by industry peers as “Breakout Trader of the Year” following a reported 25% gain in trading performance during the early months of 2026. The recognition […]

With Easter and the school holidays just around the corner, FlySafair is encouraging passengers to pack smart so they can breeze through the airport and enjoy a smoother journey, especially when travelling with everyday tech like phones, tablets, laptops, cameras and power banks. A little preparation before heading to the airport goes a long way, […]

Happy Pay, one of Africa’s fastest-growing Buy Now Pay Later platforms, has secured a $5 million seed round led by global technology investor Partech. The round also included participation from Futuregrowth Asset Management, 4Di Capital, E4E Africa, Equitable Ventures, Summit Deals, the University Technology Fund and Felix Strategic Investments. The Cape Town-based startup, with more […]

The Ethereum price today stays steady as Vitalik Buterin explains the new ETH Foundation mandate, focusing on keeping the network safe but slow-moving. Simultaneously, the latest Cardano news today highlights the success of the Midnight token, though investors still wait to see if ADA can finally hit the $0.50 mark.  While these coins show uncertainty, […]

The government has assured motorists that South Africa’s fuel supply is secure for the time being, but motorists are already reporting fuel shortages at stations across the country.

Motorists have been warned to remain vigilant to avoid becoming victims of road spiking.

The N3 between Johannesburg and Durban will soon accommodate more electric cars.

Dr Liz O’Riordan says it is important women seek help from professionals not “Google and Chat GPT”.

Nichola Howell spent years going to doctors with “barbaric” pain but was constantly dismissed.