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Top US counterterrorism official resigns over Iran war and urges Trump to ‘reverse course’
National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent says Trump “started this war due to pressure from Israel” and its powerful American lobby.

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South Africa getting a ‘new’ 151-year-old state-owned bank
Postbank has been registered as a licensed financial services provider, bringing the bank one step closer to becoming a fully-fledged commercial bank.

South Africa
Emfuleni reportedly spends almost R700 mln on employee overtime
The municipality is battling refuse removal, potholes, and deteriorating infrastructure.

South Africa
Mahlobo blames SA’s water woes on negligence
Minister Mahlobo says R400 billion is needed to address SA’s water challenges.
South Africa
Government targets over 200 stalled housing projects for completion
Government targets over 200 stalled housing projects for completion
Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane has outlined an ambitious plan to unblock and complete more than 200 stalled housing projects across South Africa as government moves to address long-standing delays affecting thousands of households.Responding to questions for oral reply in the National Council of...

South Africa
Case of alleged underground boss Booysen sees another postponement
The postponement comes after the state witness, known as Mr X, took ill.

World
US west coast prepares for ‘dangerous’ heatwave in early spring
Severe weather is plaguing the US from coast to coast, bringing a mix of extreme heat and bitter cold.

World
U.S. seeks NATO help with Strait of Hormuz. And, SCOTUS blocks vaccine changes
As the war with Iran intensifies, Trump is demanding that allies help the U.S. reopen the Strait of Hormuz. And, a federal judge halts RFK Jr.’s changes to children’s vaccine policies.
World
News24 | 400 killed in Pakistan strike on drug rehabilitation centre, says Afghanistan
The Afghan government said that about 400 people were killed in a Pakistani airstrike on a drug rehabilitation centre in the capital, Kabul, in the deadliest attack in the recent violence between the two neighbours.

World
Israel says it killed two top Iranian commanders in targeted strike
Israel says it killed Ali Larijani and Gholamreza Soleimani, the highest profile assassinations since the targeting of Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on the first day of the war.

Africa
Aspiring female Zambian politicians asked for sexual favours, official says
These reports harm attempts to close the wide gender representation gap in Zambia, activists say.

Africa
Suspected suicide attacks kill at least 23 in north-east Nigeria
Multiple blasts struck some of the Maiduguri’s busiest locations on Monday evening.

Africa
‘Fire came from the sky and burned them’ – life on the brink of civil war in South Sudan
Some 50,000 people are told to flee their homes as the army warns of a huge military offensive in Jonglei state.

Africa
Fifa sanctions Nigeria and DR Congo over World Cup play-off
Fifa fines the Nigeria Football Federation and DR Congo Football Association for separate disciplinary breaches by supporters.

Business
SARS is coming hard after government officials in South Africa
SARS says it is ramping up efforts to disrupt the illicit economy in the country, specifically targeting corruption in government departments—including among its own officials.
Business

Business
Big win for South Africa’s state-owned bank
Postbank has secured a financial services provider licence, but is still working on obtaining its banking licence.
Business

Politics
I shared confidential information with Motsumi because he loves SA: Nkosi
It has emerged Sgt Nkosi forwarded an email inquiring about alleged Mozambican kidnapping kingpin.

Politics
Witness at Madlanga Commission denies tipping off Matlala about house raid
Sergeant Fannie Nkosi, has denied allegations that he tipped off Vusimuzi Matlala about a raid.

Politics
COPE needs to update policy to resuscitate: Analyst
COPE leader Mosiuoa ‘Terror’ Lekota was buried in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Politics
LIVE: Mbeki, Zuma challenge Khampepe’s refusal to recuse herself
Court hears Thabo Mbeki and Jacob Zuma’s bid to review Justice Khampepe’s refusal to recuse herself.

Sport
South Africa’s history at FIFA World Cups
Since the end of apartheid, the South Africa’s national football team – known as Bafana Bafana – have featured at three FIFA World Cups.

Sport
Perception of England is hard to take – Pope
Batter Ollie Pope said any perception England “weren’t fussed” about winning the Ashes is hard to take.

Sport
Wales ‘cannot afford to lose’ Wilson, says Bellamy
Craig Bellamy underlines Harry Wilson’s importance to Wales by describing the Fulham star as a player his team cannot afford to lose.

Sport
Kerr winner sends Australia into Asian Cup final
Captain Sam Kerr scores the winner as Australia beat China 2-1 to reach the final of the Asian Cup.
Education
South Africa: NSFAS Clarifies Misleading Social Media Claim of R630 000 Student Payment
[SAnews.gov.za] The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has dismissed as false and misleading a social media claim alleging that a student received a payment of R630 434.44 from the scheme.
Education
South Africa: Learners Inhale Fire Extinguisher Chemicals in Dangerous New ‘Chuff’ Trend
[Scrolla] Joburg EMS is warning parents and schools about a dangerous new trend called ‘Chuff’ where learners inhale fire extinguisher contents. Inhaling fire extinguisher chemicals can lead to breathing difficulties, pneumonia, seizures and death, the Johannesburg Emergency Management Services has warned.
Education
South Africa: North West Refutes Viral Image of Alleged Learner Killing
[SAnews.gov.za] The North West Department of Education has moved to dispel misleading information currently circulating on social media of a photo of a 54-year-old woman allegedly arrested for beating a 12-year-old learner to death for not wearing proper school uniform.
Education
South Africa: Flooding Forces Limpopo Schools to Close
[GroundUp] Heavy rains in Vhembe have washed away bridges and damaged roads

Lifestyle
WATCH | Dingaan Khumalo tells fans off for calling him ‘Mamazala’
Actor and television presenter Dingaan Khumalo is not pleased that fans are disrespecting him by calling him out of his name.

Lifestyle
Ama Qamata premieres ‘Fight Like A Girl’ in Congo
Ama Qamata shines in ‘Fight Like A Girl’ as she attends the Congo premiere of the powerful women-led boxing drama.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Unathi Nkayi rules out rekindling friendship with Somizi Mhlongo
Seasoned broadcaster and award-winning musician Unathi Nkayi is adamant about not being associated with Somizi Mhlongo.

Entertainment
Cape Town drops from top spot in the world’s best cities ranking
The Mother City, which now ranks sixth, was praised for natural beauty, culture and lifestyle

Entertainment
Fake ‘woman of God’ targets Limpopo student in extortion bid
Police urge vigilance after a student was coerced during a video call and blackmailed by a suspect posing as a religious figure

Entertainment
We need more Airbnb-style short rentals in townships and rural areas – MPs
‘We need to target the rural residents, focusing on the youth and women ownership’

Entertainment
Pinnacle Structural Repair Specialists set the standard
The importance of integrity in building maintenance and using Pinnacle Structural Repair Specialists.

Science/Tech
Nvidia faces gamer backlash over ‘breakthrough’ AI graphics feature
Nvidia says the tool will transform game graphics – critics warn it could squeeze out artistic expression.

Science/Tech
Telkom Connects Rural School Learners to Digital Future
In a major boost for rural education, Telkom has partnered with the Eastern Cape Department of Education to bridge the digital divide at Sitoza Senior Secondary School. The initiative officially relaunched the school’s ICT laboratory with a handover of 30 laptops and 30 MiFi connectivity devices, each equipped with preloaded SIM cards and data packages. […]

Science/Tech
AI chip boom is pushing up costs for telecoms operators
Chip shortages are causing the prices of servers, radio access network equipment and even Sim cards to rise.

Science/Tech
FlySafair Introduces Apple Pay And Google Pay For Faster Flight Bookings
FlySafair has introduced new one‑tap payment options in its mobile app, allowing customers to pay for flights quickly and securely using Apple Pay and Google Pay. The new payment methods, powered by Stitch, form part of the airline’s ongoing focus on using technology to simplify the booking experience and remove unnecessary friction for customers. Stitch […]

Motoring
110 luxury SUVs recalled in South Africa
The National Consumer Commission recalled over 100 units of Lexus’ most expensive SUV.

Motoring
R368 flight ticket price pain for South Africans
The war in the Middle East has driven up jet fuel prices, forcing local airlines to raise ticket prices.
Motoring

Motoring
Bad news for speeding fines in South Africa
Experts have warned that speeding fines won’t disappear once South Africa’s new driving laws are introduced, and that motorists will face harsher penalties for ignoring fines.

Health
Parents of teen who died in 2025 call for more government support
Helen and Lee Draper lost their daughter Megan to meningitis in October 2025.
Health
Judge Strikes Down Kennedy’s Vaccine Policies
Ruling on a lawsuit brought by several prominent medical organizations, a district court said the federal government did not base its decisions on science in limiting Covid shots and changing the childhood immunization schedule.

Health
What are the signs of meningitis, and how does it spread?
BBC Health Correspondent Dominic Hughes explains the signs to look out for.
Health
No H.I.V. Aid Without More Access to Minerals: U.S. Ponders ‘Sticks’ Against Zambia
A draft State Department memo outlines ways the Trump administration may ratchet up pressure on the African country by ending health support “on a massive scale.”