TUESDAY, 24 FEBRUARY 2026, 21:21
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In his first remarks as US ambassador to South Africa, Leo Brent Bozell III emphasises a positive partnership, contrasting with previous criticisms he made about South Africa.
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Amid allegations of financial mismanagement, Nelson Mandela Bay’s lease agreement for a R25-million transformer to Coega Steels is under investigation, raising serious concerns about transparency and governance.
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As the world weathers Trump’s trade storm, the fact is that the era of multilateralism is ending and we need to find new markets, while protecting our own industries. Trouble is, we’re out of the loop.
Top Stories
The peer’s lawyers tell the BBC there is no truth in the suggestion he was planning to leave the UK.
South Africa
The chemicals found in the sanitary products are said to be linked to various health complications.
South Africa
Only 15 out of a total of 38 arrested suspects have been granted bail so far.
South Africa
Proceedings were suspended due to inclement weather causing noise in the court room.
South Africa
The latest batch comes a week after the province received 1,400 vaccine doses
World
Hundreds of people have been displaced and dozens are missing, with rescue operations still ongoing in Juiz de Fora.
World
Two people died when a tree fell on their car during a historic winter storm that has also delayed flights and left thousands without power.
World
The prisoners escaped from a jail in Puerto Vallarte after armed men rammed one of the gates.
World
An NPR investigation found that the DOJ withheld some Epstein files related to abuse allegations against Trump. And, what you need to know ahead of the president’s State of the Union address tonight.
Africa
The rebuttal was followed by news the police chief was resigning a year before the end of his term.
Africa
The men believed they were going to Russia for training as bodyguards but ended up on the front line.
Africa
Supporters of the move said the Kotoka name contradicted the country’s democratic values.
Africa
A Chadian government spokesperson says the decision is aimed at protecting citizens.
Business
New guidelines have been issued by the Department of Education in the wake of law changes on uniforms.
Business
Business
South Africa’s hijacking capital truly lives up to its name, accounting for 58% of all reported carjackings in the country.
Business
Politics
General Sibiya has defended his relationship with Scharnick.
Politics
Zulu King Misuzulu will officially open the legislature on Thursday.
Politics
Brown Mogotsi refuted claims that Matlala helped him financially.
Politics
General Sibiya was being questioned by evidence leader Adila Hassim.
Sport
Kabelo Dlamini is reportedly set to swap Pirates for Chiefs, with Tsepo Masilela backing the move as a potential game-changer.
Sport
England captain Leah Williamson says she would “never rule out” strike action to get players’ messaging across to governing bodies about schedule concerns.
Sport
Celtic are unsuccessful in their appeal against Auston Trusty’s red card but St Mirren’s Richard King has his weekend dismissal overturned.
Sport
Celtic are unsuccessful in their appeal against Auston Trusty’s red card but St Mirren’s Richard King has his weekend dismissal overturned.
Education
[Ghanaian Times] The Ministry of Education (MoE) has warned that it will no longer tolerate assaults on teachers in their line of duty by students or any other persons in the country.
Education
[Premium Times] Unilever Nigeria, in partnership with GEP, handed over newly renovated classroom blocks, upgraded sanitation facilities with modern toilets, and introduced sustainable energy solutions through solar panels
Education
A new study from the Pew Research Center finds teens think chatbot-assisted cheating has become “a regular feature of student life.”
Education
Unite Group cuts rents at some universities and raises cash by selling London site to joint venture for £186m
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A drop in the number of international students coming to the UK has hit the student housing provider Unite Group, which lowered its profit outlook for the third time in four months as weaker demand prompted it to cut rents in some cities.
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Lifestyle
Steve Hofmeyr is one of several Afrikaner activists who have slammed 60 Minutes’ feature on farm attacks and ‘white genocide’…
Lifestyle
A South African massage therapist has been named in fresh international reports linked to former British royal Prince Andrew.
Lifestyle
Summer heat can be dangerous for pets. Discover the summer pet care tips to prevent heatstroke, protect paws and keep your dog or cat safe.
Lifestyle
Entertainment
Entertainment
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Entertainment
Four life sentences and 102 years have been imposed on Ayanda Dayi, whose violent crimes prove he is a grave danger to the public.
Entertainment
Catch up on the biggest stories of Tuesday, 24 February 2026 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.
Science/Tech
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei until Friday evening to give the military unfettered access to its AI model or face harsh penalties, Axios has learned. Hegseth told Amodei in a tense meeting on Tuesday that the Pentagon will either cut ties and declare Anthropic a “supply chain risk,” or invoke the Defense Production Act to force the company to tailor its model to...
Science/Tech
As the United States takes new steps against the regime that has ruled the island since 1959, the Cuban people face 20-hour blackouts, decreased internet access, and shortages of basic supplies.
Science/Tech
More than two decades after Maine became the first state to hand laptops to middle schoolers — distributing 17,000 Apple machines across 243 schools in 2002 â” neuroscientist Jared Cooney Horvath told a U.S. Senate committee earlier this year that Gen Z is the first generation in modern history to score lower on standardized tests than the one before it. The U.S. spent more than $30 billion in...
Science/Tech
While the use of the N-word may not have been intentional, some with the condition agree that doesn’t make it acceptable
It was an incident that sparked a furore: during Sunday’s Bafta ceremony Tourette syndrome (TS) activist John Davidson made several outbursts, including shouting the N-word as actors Delroy Lindo and Michael B Jordan were presenting a prize on stage.
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Motoring
Motoring
One Indian and two Chinese car brands have factories in South Africa, and another Chinese carmaker plans to open one in mid-2026.
Motoring
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has ordered Sanral to find a way to secure the N1.
Motoring
Health
Federal health officials have pared back the number of shots recommended for children. The states, led by Democrats, say the changes were not based on science.
Health
New contract will require patients in England to be given immediate appointment if needed.
Health
Ms. Stavenhagen started a group intended to counter the notion that A.L.S. was an “older white man’s disease.”
Health
Dr. Ralph Abraham, the agency’s principal deputy director, has called the Covid vaccines “dangerous.” Other skeptics have recently left federal health roles.