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Funds meant for 100 learners were spent in two months before programme began

Party says leadership will emerge from ward councillors

Transnational commitments are celebrated, while attachment to the nation‑state is treated with suspicion

More than five decades after anti-apartheid activist Ahmed Timol died in police detention, his family says the truth remains elusive, with key questions still unanswered.

By Sir Roger Jantio, Senior Managing Director & CEO, Sterling Merchant Finance Ltd, Washington, DC As African finance ministers gather for the Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank next week in Washington, DC, the question of how to finance the continent’s artificial intelligence ambitions has moved from aspiration to urgency. […]

Police spokesperson, Wesley Twigg, says the perpetrators fled the scene and are yet to be arrested.

One person has died following a collision between ambulance and light vehicle on N8 in Free State

Attacks persist across the Middle East despite the two-week ceasefire deal between the U.S. and Iran. And, Bill Gates is set to testify in the investigation of the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The new bill will make it easier for provincial governments to allow mining projects in glacier regions.

President Trump met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte Wednesday to discuss the future partnership after Trump disparaged the alliance.

President Trump said that any peace deal would not allow nuclear enrichment in Iran, and would need to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, as conflicting messages surface over the terms of the ceasefire.

The foreign minister says the accusations, involving children, were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated.

The state department has also asked US citizens to “reconsider” travel plans to the West African country.

Very few people are ever prosecuted following terror attacks with suspects often held without trial.

The government usually refrains from commenting on the participation of its citizens in the conflict.

Shoprite has launched a new “Smart AI” shopping assistant for its Sixty60 platform, in a limited test.

Trade union Solidarity has urged fuel companies to immediately halt what it calls “excessive overhead charges” on petrol and diesel in South Africa.

Citroën has officially launched the Basalt SUV Coupé in South Africa, making a strategic entry into the country’s high-volume SUV market.

Nkabinde Enquiry Chairperson, has criticised Adv. Riley for unnecessarily delaying the proceedings

Julius Malema was found guilty of unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition.

ANC to open interviews for metro mayoral candidates, the final list will be made public end of May

Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe has “zero tolerance” for corruption, which he says is “worse than cancer”.

Proteas star David Miller was inconsolable after an error of judgement led to an agonising defeat for his team in the IPL.

Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson teed off on Thursday as the three honorary starters at this year’s Masters.

Tyson Fury says he was ‘sick of boxing’ and ‘needed time away’ to realise he could come out of retirement.

New research reveals South Africans’ favourite loyalty cards, plus which programmes shoppers value most across retail sectors.

AKA’s mother, Lynn Forbes, spoke openly about preserving his son’s legacy, among other things, in an interview with L-Tido.

Singer K. Michelle says she loved former singer, songwriter, producer R. Kelly, despite the fact that he didn’t want her.

“We know what’s at stake and the rewards that are waiting for us at the end of the season if we keep going,” Kekana said.

Real Housewives of Durban star JoJo Robinson revealed she’s preparing for surgery to remove six areas of skin cancer from her back.

City Power says some areas will face significant outages over two consecutive days.

South African social media erupted when Londie London body-shamed Dineo Moloisane on Podcast and Chill, issued a tearful apology that was swiftly rejected, and now faces explosive claims of sending threatening WhatsApp messages.

South African parents are asking harder questions about accreditation and outcomes when it comes to online schools.

The internal platform will automate procurement, introduce real-time performance monitoring and support a shift to cloud-based infrastructure.

This tracker attaches to your pet’s collar to monitor location and activity, charting trends over time to better understand your pet’s health.

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources is reviewing South Africa’s fuel price formula to reduce costs for motorists.

The highly anticipated Kia Tasman bakkie has officially landed in South Africa.

VW has achieved a significant milestone at its Polo factory in South Africa as it prepares to add a new SUV to the production line.

Aimee Oliver never imagined that giving birth would ultimately cause her to need surgery for incontinence.

Will Adolphy helps men and boys escape the influence of the online manosphere.