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More than two decades after the rise of former President Jacob Zuma reshaped South Africa’s political landscape

South Africa’s Treasury has doubled the Single Discretionary Allowance to R2 million per year, giving taxpayers greater flexibility to move money offshore.

Anthony Albanese says nation’s supply remains ‘secure’ amid reports of panic buying and shortages.

Just like they used to present Channel O many year ago, TV personality Nomuzi “Moozlie” Mabena is excited to make her radio debut on Metro FM alongside Siyabonga “Scoop” Ngwekazi on their new weekend show, Lift Off.

Two suspects arrested for possession and distribution of drug facilitated sexual abuse videos

National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola has been summoned to appear in court next month.

Khumalo is accused of assaulting complainant Bongani Radebe and pointing a firearm at him.

Adv. Andrew Chauke says 6 black prosecutors faced disciplinary processes under Adv. Shamila Batohi

Southeast Asia is among the areas hardest hit by Iran’s cutoff of oil and gas through the Strait of Hormuz, with many nations almost entirely dependent on foreign energy — and quickly running out.

Iran has been sending not only missiles around the region but also trolling tweets and videos around the internet. It’s the latest in global diplomacy.

President Trump says Iran is “begging” for a deal. Iran says it has no intention of negotiating. NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly talks with NPR’s Tom Bowman and Aya Batrawy about prospects for an off-ramp.

Fecofoot president Jean-Guy Mayolas remains on the run after being sentenced to life imprisonment earlier this month for embezzling $1.1m in Fifa funds.

The disruption in oil supplies has caused shortages and concerns in several African countries.

Zimbabwe says it is engaging the Russian government to repatriate bodies and bring home those still alive.

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas) says it will rule on Senegal’s appeal against being stripped of the Africa Cup of Nations title “as swiftly as possible”.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 27 March 2026.

Garden Walk shopping centre has opened its doors in Hartenbos, which will serve the growing coastal community.

A federal judge told the government it could not immediately enforce a ban on Anthropic’s tools.

Conservatives gathered at the annual CPAC conference in Texas were mixed when asked about their feelings on the current economy.

Paratlane Motloung of MAP16 Civic Movement elected as new Maluti-A-Phofung Mayor.

A source said the ministers viewed deployment in government as their new life and they are too comfortable with the benefits

Gauteng chair Bonginkosi Dhlamini says that challenging the founder’s choice for president would erode his legacy, sparking debate in the IFP

If his camp put a serious campaign behind the numbers, no other ANC candidate would stand a chance, says the Social Research Foundation

It’s another busy round of URC action this weekend, and here are all the kick off times to note for the SA teams playing at home.

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Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker have wrapped up their divorce after some legal wrangling.

Only communities and individuals formally recognised by the president of the Republic carry legal standing as kingships and kings.

SAA reports profit, but gains rely on asset sales and state support, not sustainable airline operations.

South Africa’s state airlines have drained R145.3 billion since 2000, with SAA alone accounting for over 90% of costs.

When the fuel price kicks in on 1 April, the price will also include a 21-cent-per-litre tax hike.

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Social media platforms Instagram and YouTube have a design defect which means they are addictive, a US jury has ruled.

The Iran war has led to a significant jump in demand for electric cars.

There is one electric car in South Africa that can be bought for less than R350,000.

Ford and the National Consumer Commission have issued a recall for 582 vehicles sold in South Africa.

Jersey’s wellbeing score is below UK and France in survey of data from 41 countries.