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Zelensky says failure of US envoys to visit Kyiv is ‘disrespectful’
US envoy Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner have travelled to Moscow several times, but never to Kyiv.
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US envoy Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner have travelled to Moscow several times, but never to Kyiv.
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An investigation by the Public Protector has exposed significant governance failures at Unisa following the “irregular” appointment of a retired security manager on a R1-million contract. The report reveals that Deputy Vice-Principal Matsiababa Motebele bypassed essential checks by acting as both the requester and sole approver of the hire, prompting a binding order for the vice-chancellor...

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As Tim Cook announces his departure from the top job at Apple, these are the key challenges for new boss John Ternus.
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National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola told journalists at the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday: “I know that I am not guilty, I am not wrong.” He faces four charges in relation to a R360-million contract that the SAPS awarded to Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala’s company.

South Africa
The witness, Dr Malose Chaba, treated Maburna for head injuries after a car crash two years ago

South Africa
The TMPD-3 tender relates to a multi-million-rand contract for Ad hoc security services in Tshwane

South Africa
Those affected ate food allegedly laced with poison during a funeral service over the weekend.

South Africa
BMA says it will work with law enforcement agencies to act against officials linked to corruption.

World
The ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is set to expire tomorrow. Peace talks between the countries remain uncertain. And, Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve faces a tough confirmation hearing today.

World
The two died in a car crash after a Mexican-led operation to destroy a clandestine drug lab.

World
The popular messaging service told the BBC in a statement it “categorically denies Ofcom’s accusations”.

World
Japan endorsed scrapping a ban on lethal weapons exports, a significant change of its postwar pacifist policy, as the country seeks to build up its arms industry.

Africa
The kidnappers raided his palace on Saturday and are believed to be holding him in a forest.

Africa
Fannie Masemola is accused of failing in his duties to provide proper oversight in his role.

Africa
At the 1972 Miss World contest, Cynthia Shange was one of two contestants from South Africa – one black and one white.

Africa
The youngest of those freed from an Allied Democratic Forces camp is a girl aged just 14, Uganda’s army says.
Business

Business
Royal Mail has faced a chorus of criticism for failing to meet its targets on letter delivery.

Business
Hopes for interest rate cuts in South Africa have been dashed despite major signs of economic improvement across the country.
Business

Politics
Gardee, opens case against top cops who are accused of interfering with his daughter’s murder case

Politics
City Manager Kagiso Lerutla faces charges of fraud, corruption, and defeating the ends of justice.

Politics
The tender relates to a R2.9 billion security contract.

Politics
The party says all conferences will be held no later than March next year.

Sport
Great Britain’s Calli Hauger-Thackery finishes the Boston Marathon in two hours, 43 minutes and 58 seconds while five months pregnant.

Sport
Liverpool’s Freddie Woodman on the “tough” life of a third-choice goalkeeper and what it was like being thrown in “at the deep end” in the Merseyside derby.

Sport
Teko Modise has tipped Kaizer Chiefs as potential kingmakers in a tightly contested league battle between Pirates and Sundowns.

Sport
Chris Sutton, the BBC readers and AI make predictions for this week’s Premier League fixtures on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Education
[Capital FM] Nairobi — The Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) has warned the public against enrolling at Kisumu-based Northlands International Medical Training College, saying the institution is unaccredited and not authorised to offer nursing training programmes.
Education
At the annual meeting of the Organization of American Historians, scholars wrestled with what people want from national anniversaries — and whether historians can give it to them.

Education
Time Hoppers: The Silk Road is a time-travel adventure whose child heroes must save the legacy of Islamic scholars who shaped modern science. Its makers reveal their inspiration, and reflect on their success
‘Some people said it doesn’t exist – that it’s a fantasy.” So says Flordeliza Dayrit of the silk road, the vast network of trade routes that once connected Asia, Africa and Europe...
Education
[Daily Trust] Governor Dauda Lawal has approved a 120-day rapid intervention plan to address challenges in Zamfara State’s education sector.
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Entertainment
Luxury skin redefined inside Bryanston’s most talked about high-tech aesthetics clinic right now.

Entertainment
The Neo is Apple’s first dedicated budget laptop.

Entertainment
The City of Cape Town and the National Department of Water and Sanitation routinely monitor dam levels across the region.

Entertainment
The veteran actress passed away in hospital on Monday.

Science/Tech
The conversation around innovation in South Africa is changing. It’s no longer about what technology could achieve, but what it is already doing. The 4th Annual EPF Tech Awards, taking place on 12 September, stand at the centre of this shift, recognising solutions that move beyond ideas into real, lived impact. Over the years, the […]

Science/Tech
You don’t want any old gaming laptop. Here’s my take on which to get based on hundreds of hours of testing.

Science/Tech
A University of Johannesburg study finds attitudes and trust outweigh technology in shaping willingness to adopt 3D-printed food.

Science/Tech
A med student says he’s made thousands of dollars selling photos and videos of a young conservative woman he created using generative tools. He’s not alone.
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
South Africa’s petrol stations are being charged an additional R9 per-litre by suppliers.
Motoring
Health
One of the nation’s largest insurers, the company’s profits were higher than analysts’ expectations but still fell short of showing a significant comeback.
Health
Volatile relationships, reckless impulsivity and an unstable identity are hallmarks of this misunderstood mental health condition.

Health
Staff say they have addressed concerns over staffing, equipment and learning from serious incidents.

Health
The mother of a physiotherapy graduate says she is heartbroken to see him working in Starbucks.