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Chelsea has announced a Premier League‑record pre‑tax loss of £262m for the 2024‑25 season, surpassing the previous record of £179.5m set by Manchester City in 2011.

Nkululeko Dunga is back in the provincial executive after the ANC agreed to an EFF MEC post, marking a major step in coalition politics before the 2026 elections

With the Easter weekend loading, the godly sartorial picks demand that you look your “Sunday Best”

Over 300 UJ students distressed as Seta-backed funder delays payments for food, books

Minister Malatsi says government wants to create an enabling environment for digital platforms.

JMPD Spokesperson Xolani Fihla has warned motorists and pedestrians against public drunkenness.

The soldiers have joined the police in conducting a search operation in Tafelsig

Two other people were critically injured and taken to the FH Odendaal Hospital in Mokopane.

Trump is set to address the nation after saying the U.S. will withdraw from Iran in 2-3 weeks. And, the president will be at the Supreme Court today as arguments on birthright citizenship begin.

Anthony Albanese used a rare TV address to tell Australians that the “months ahead may not be easy” amid the global effects of the war.

President Trump is set to address the nation on the Iran war at 9 p.m. Eastern time on Wednesday night, with White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt saying he would be providing “an important update,” without providing further details.

Russian authorities say a technical malfunction caused the An-26 to crash into a cliff.

This is just the second time that DR Congo have reached the World Cup finals, sparking celebrations in Kinshasa.

The new law imposes a maximum penalty of 10 years in jail and criminalises the “promotion” of same-sex relations.

DR Congo qualify for their first World Cup since 1974 as Axel Tuanzebe’s strike gives the Leopards a 1-0 win over Jamaica in their play-off.

Eritrea are one of six nations to reach the group stage of qualification for Afcon 2027, having played their first games in the competition since 2007.

South Africa’s largest business publication, BusinessTech, achieved exceptional growth, reaching 4.2 million readers and 22 million page views in March 2026.

FNB has announced that new four branches now offer Smart ID services, with more opening by the end of the month.

Just as South Africans sucked up a record petrol and diesel price hike on Wednesday, fuel recovery data for the start of the new month shows an even bigger blow is to come.

The Electoral Commission says candidate nominations for the elections is end of July.

The committee has concluded its investigation into allegations of maladministration at the fund.

The first voter registration weekend will take place in June.

Tiger Woods has announced he is “stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health”.

Panama head coach Thomas Christiansen hailed Orlando Pirates star Relebohile Mofokeng as a key player for Bafana Bafana’s future.

After a friendly defeats by Japan and Ivory Coast, which Scotland players are the winners and losers of the international break?

The overflowing pipeline of talent in South African rugby has once again come to the fore as two players have opted to head abroad.

On 1 April, customers will earn 5x Smart Shopper points on all purchases for one day only – and not as an April Fools’ joke.

The DA’s mayoral candidate Helen Zille is known for her viral stunts over the years. Here are a few that have grabbed headlines…

How to save on the cost of fuel as the price spikes.

Ever wondered where the Easter Bunny comes from? And what’s with all the eggs? The story behind them is much more interesting than you think.

Capture Nature’s Canvas in True Colour with the Huawei Mate 80 ProMore Power. More Value. Meet the Huawei Mate 80 Pro

Managers at fast food restaurants are removing items from their menus or adjusting prices to keep up with inflated fuel costs

The IEC said every election carries its own story and identity.

The more than 100 bat species living in the Mozambican reserve’s labyrinth of caves play a key role in maintaining a fragile ecosysytem that benefits wildlife and people

• Words and photographs by Kang-Chun Cheng

After wriggling gingerly into a damp, cool cave, Raúl da Silva Armando Chomela waits for his eyes to adjust. Donning latex gloves, a helmet fitted with a headlamp, and a mask to...

Sitting at a desk for hours? Upgrade your WFH setup and work in style with these comfy WIRED-tested seats.

South Africans explore the purchase of electric vehicles as fuel price hikes kick in, with government incentives and used EV availability supporting adoption.

These WIRED-tested ebook readers let you take your library anywhere.

JMC has officially launched a new double-cab bakkie in South Africa.

South Africa’s largest trade union federation stated that more needs to be done to protect consumers from high petrol and diesel prices.

The industrial action is due to start on 7 April and there is likely to be disruption to services.