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Ramaphosa signs off on SIU probe into ‘failed’ R130m Psira project
A UIF-funded training programme failed to accredit more than 6,000 unemployed people
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A UIF-funded training programme failed to accredit more than 6,000 unemployed people

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Affects models sold in 2023.

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President Donald Trump says he may choose to leave a purpose-built UFC arena standing at the White House because it is “attractive to a lot of people”.
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A writer has a critical look at the dangers of using AI, and realises that being ‘profoundly human’ could mean the honesty to say you need AI’s ‘help’, but also seeing value in the creative reframing of a story to show that some questions might never be answered, even with that help.

South Africa
Analyst cautions against the use of social media to spread misinformation or to trend and get likes

South Africa
Mogotsi was arrested on 15 May on charges of defeating the ends of justice and perjury, among others
South Africa
SIU authorised to probe PSIRA and UIF training contracts
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a proclamation authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate allegations of maladministration and unlawful conduct linked to training contracts awarded by the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) and the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF).
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South Africa
Police suspect the children were fed food laced with poison.

World
If confirmed by the Senate, Trump’s former personal lawyer would become the administration’s number one prosecutor.

World
The producers of Don 3 had earlier complained that Singh’s alleged exit from the film had caused major financial losses.

World
BBC’s Will Grant got a first-hand look at security preparations in Monterrey, as the city gets ready to host four matches.

World
One person was killed and more than 60 injured in the Iranian drone strike on Wednesday.

Africa
The opposition has called for protests after the president’s term in office was extended by a year.

Africa
A fifth man was discharged and acquitted by the court due to insufficient evidence against him.

Africa
With a record 10 African sides in action at the 2026 World Cup, BBC Sport Africa picks out some of the players to watch from the continent.

Africa
The oil giant says the documents ignore the critical context of the complex operating environment at the time.
Business
Business
Business
Business

Politics
President Cyril Ramaphosa hosts President William Ruto of the Republic of Kenya on a state visit

Politics
Durban Serious Organised Crime Investigation Unit member Colonel Gavin Jacob continues testifying.

Politics
President Cyril Ramaphosa will host his Kenyan counterpart William Ruto at the Union Buildings.

Politics
On Wednesday, Jacob provided details about the drug interception at the Isipingo depot in KZN.

Sport
Orlando Pirates are reportedly closing in on several new signings while a number of players could be heading for the exit.

Sport
There are four senior South African coaches involved in the URC semi-finals, and it has not escaped the attention of Rassie Erasmus.

Sport
Here are your latest transfer news updates on PSL giants Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns.

Sport
Ella Toone says she learned a “massive lesson” from her recent injury setback and now she is ready to perform again for England.

Education
Ofqual chief says invigilators are being trained to detect devices like smart glasses and hidden earpieces.

Education
The union argues that instead of cutting teacher recruitment, the government should use falling pupil numbers to make class sizes smaller.

Education
Civil rights scholar Kimberlé Crenshaw warns Birmingham City University’s decision part of extremist campaign that has ‘travelled across Atlantic’
A leading US civil rights scholar has urged Birmingham City University (BCU) to reverse its decision to close its black studies course, comparing it with the attack on diversity, equity and inclusion in the US.
Kimberlé Crenshaw, a professor of law...
Education
Internal documents show how tech giants grabbed children’s attention throughout the day, a strategy that schools say has undermined education.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Madlanga to half a mil richer: South Africans have flooded a BackaBuddy campaign to raise funds to buy Hawks Karl Sander a new coffee machine.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Still to be officially launched, Ford revealed pricing of the facelift Territory in March as an entrant it says “redefines…

Entertainment
“I just kept working. I knew I could still do it. It was just little things I had to work on,” said the Bulls scrumhalf after receiving his award.

Entertainment
Police uncovered hijacked cars, false registration plates, and a bag of explosives believed to be linked to a string of robberies across Gauteng

Entertainment
Montjane-Tshabalala now oversees South Africa’s participation in the three major international pageants.

Science/Tech
A homeschooling center in Manhattan is part of the company’s nationwide expansion. Internal documents reveal its strategy: “Opening date > safety.”

Science/Tech
Quantinuum, a quantum computing startup, is losing millions. Investors want in anyway.

Science/Tech
A video creator known as Doctor Spaghetti has scrutinized hours of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives to get to the bottom of an explosive culinary conspiracy theory.

Science/Tech
The awards, presented by Topco Media, recognise companies and individuals shaping how technology is being used across the continent.
Motoring

Motoring
Further specifications, pricing and availability details will be announced at the official South African launch of the Ora 5 in July 2026.
Motoring
Motoring

Health
As scientists edge closer to new treatments for hair loss, Victoria Derbyshire examines what such breakthroughs could mean for women.

Health
Women taking the drug tell the BBC it has given them their lives back.
Health
Despite long-established procedures for bringing Americans home for monitoring and treatment, the Trump administration has not said that it will allow those at risk of Ebola back into the country.

Health
New cases of genital herpes are increasing in England, bucking an overall fall in sexually transmitted infections (STIs), the latest data shows.