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US tech giant pumping R7.5 billion into South Africa
Global data-centre provider Equinix plans to build more facilities in South Africa as part of a R7.5 billion plan to capitalise on the continent’s artificial-intelligence boom.
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Global data-centre provider Equinix plans to build more facilities in South Africa as part of a R7.5 billion plan to capitalise on the continent’s artificial-intelligence boom.
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Makhubu, who has been deputy commissioner in charge of taxpayer engagement and operations since 2023, is seen as a steady hand well-placed to continue Edward Kieswetter’s drive to turn the revenue service around after it was reduced to a husk of its former self during the period of State Capture under disgraced former president Jacob Zuma.
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There are not many societies that will celebrate the taxman. But Edward Kieswetter deserves the celebration. Honestly and truly.

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Ntshavheni emphasised that the recognition of traditional leadership in South Africa is governed by strict legal frameworks.

South Africa
University of Fort Hare Vice Chancellor ,Prof Buhlungu to get full payment during his suspension

South Africa
The N1 Road has been closed outside Polokwane, after a crash that killed two people and one injured

South Africa
The NPA says the court’s decision reiterates that acts of domestic violence will not be tolerated.

South Africa
Ntshavheni’s comments come amid rising fuel prices and supply challenges.

World
The helmet and three golden bracelets were stolen in January 2025, but one bracelet is yet to be found.

World
The seven-month-old child is the unintended victim of a suspected gang-related shooting, officials say.

World
The comments were an apparent jab at the US leader’s sometimes contradictory stance on the US-Israeli war against Iran.

World
French President Emmanuel Macron has said Donald Trump’s comments about his marriage were “neither elegant nor up to standard”.

Africa
The suspect is in custody but his motive is unknown, the police say in a brief statement.

Africa
Human Rights Watch says Capt Traoré, other military leaders and jihadists “may be liable” for the killings.

Africa
The army has been deployed to five of South Africa’s nine provinces for a year-long operation.

Africa
DR Congo are back at the World Cup for the first time since 1974, with fans in Kinshasa celebrating the team’s 1-0 play-off win over Jamaica.

Business
The triple lock guarantees that the state pension is not overtaken by inflation or wage increases.

Business
Security and insurance experts have sent a warning to homeowners and tenants travelling over the Easter long-weekend.

Business
On 30 April, the 59 luxury homes of a prestigious new residential estate in Plattekloof will be released to the market — and exclusive sales agents Pam Golding are expecting rapid sales based on unmet demand for quality housing in this sought-after Northern Suburbs neighbourhood.

Business
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed the new commissioner of the South African Revenue Service, replacing Edward Kieswetter from 1 May 2026.

Politics
Violent protests erupted in parts of the SA, including KuGompo, this week following the coronation

Politics
Economic Freedom Fighters’ (EFF) Gauteng Chairperson Nkululeko Dunga was appointed as Finance MEC.

Politics
Premier Panyaza Lesufi announced Dunga’s appointment during his cabinet reshuffle on Wednesday

Politics
PA leader Gayton McKenzie dismissed allegations that he is involved in organised crime as baseless

Sport
After a two-week break from the carnage, what’s next in one of the most gripping title fights in Europe?

Sport
Italy’s Edoardo Molinari will reprise his role as a vice-captain for Europe at the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor in Ireland.

Sport
The dates, venues and kick-off times for the highly anticipated Nedbank Cup semi-finals have been confirmed for the Easter long weekend.

Sport
Africa will have record representation at FIFA World Cup 2026 with 10 teams from the continent set to participate in the expanded tournament.

Education
Daniel Kebede tells delegates, government’s education policies fall short as he signals growing support for Greens’ among teachers
The leader of the UK’s biggest education union has torn into the government’s record on schools, accusing Labour of letting down the nation’s children and failing to deliver on its promises for education.
Daniel Kebede, general secretary of the National Education...
Education
[SAnews.gov.za] Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has called on African universities to fundamentally rethink inclusion, stressing that disability must be treated as a central design principle rather than an afterthought.
Education
[Nile Post] The Deputy Commander Air Force, Major General David Isimbwa, representing the Commander Air Force, Lieutenant General Charles Okidi, has urged students of Entebbe Air Force Secondary School to responsibly utilise the newly commissioned multi-million library to enhance their academic performance.
Education
[UCT] When Matome Lethwane arrived at the University of Cape Town (UCT) in 2019, he carried with him a dream shared by many young people in the developing world: to build a better future through education.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
‘Uthando Nes’thembu’ fans dragged MaCele for her insulting and insensitive remarks about MaKhumalo’s struggles with infertility.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
The senior prosecutor is denied bail after allegedly violating a protection order and attacking his wife in Pretoria North.

Entertainment
You do not have to tell anyone how you feel. All you need to do is express it via painting, sculpting, photography or whatever medium you choose.

Entertainment
Third and final season wrapped in an astonishing six days of filming, even quicker than season 2’s 16 episodes shot in 12 days.

Entertainment
The Bulls have opted for continuity, only making a handful of rotations after their victory over Munster.
Science/Tech
Valve’s March 2026 Steam Survey shows Linux gaming usage jumping to a record 5.33% share — more than double macOS’s 2.35%. Phoronix reports: Steam on Linux was never above 5% and easily an all-time high for the Linux gaming marketshare, especially in absolute numbers. It was a massive 3.1% spike in March while macOS also jumped surprisingly by 1.19% to 2.35%. The Steam Survey numbers show...

Science/Tech
Some experts believe it highlights a social media shift as platforms boost short video.

Science/Tech
The moonshot gave US spectacle a broader face with the first woman, first person of color and first non-American
It gave the appearance of a true all-American moment: a Nasa moon rocket blasting into a clear Florida sky on the US space agency’s first crewed lunar mission in more than half a century, and a prominent stars and stripes flag flapping in the breeze alongside an oversized countdown...

Science/Tech
Gaps in network infrastructure, skills and data resilience could limit the scale of AI adoption, says Hewlett Packard Enterprise.

Motoring
April’s petrol price hikes kicked in right before motorists are expected to head out for the Easter weekend.
Motoring

Motoring
Cape Town will soon be home to electric minibus taxis.
Motoring

Health
Summer 2025 was the warmest UK summer on record, with four heatwaves, a top temperature of nearly 38C and a mean temperature of 16.1C

Health
Review finds care for some patients was “below the level that would have been expected”.

Health
Debi Angell says the kits they make help women and girls who can not afford period products.
Health
The drug, made by Eli Lilly, could offer a more convenient option for patients who want to avoid injections.