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MATTERS OF THE ART: Spier Light Art reflects on South Africa’s past and present with immersive installations
Spier Light Art invites viewers to explore installations that address colonial history, humanity’s relationship with nature and our role in witnessing South Africa’s past.

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Security, Speed & Support: What Sets JustMarkets Apart
In an environment where every millisecond counts and transparency is not up for debate, traders are increasingly seeking a broker that offers not only robust protections and competitive pricing, but also a trading experience that is seamless.

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Has Baxter exposed why Kaizer Chiefs haven’t approached Pitso?
Kaizer Chiefs fans want coaching changes, and they have their preferred choices but could Pitso be one of those after Baxter’s bombshell?

South Africa
Maritime traffic expected to surge across South African seas
South African Maritime Safety Authority expects more traffic across South African seas

South Africa
Three killed, four wounded in Kalksteenfontein mass shooting
The shooting comes after two people were killed in the same area earlier this week.

South Africa
Justice dept seeks amendment to protect whistleblowers: Mothibi
This comes after the killing of whistleblowers including those who testified at Madlanga Commission.

South Africa
Western Cape sees spike in elderly dehydration cases amid heatwave
The Western Cape has been experiencing high temperatures as the heatwave persists.

World
China slams Trump’s trade investigation, as it approves a 5-year economic plan
China’s Foreign Ministry criticized the Trump administration’s trade investigation as a “pretext” for tariffs. Meanwhile, China is moving ahead with a five-year plan that may rankle trade partners.

World
‘There’s no hiding place on a ship’: The sailors stranded near Iran
Drones, cruise missiles and fighter jets have become a common sight for many sailors stranded on ships in the Gulf.

World
French vote tests polarised electorate with right hoping to win control of Paris
The highest-profile contest is for the mayorship of Paris – which has been under left-wing control for 25 years.

World
Mission accomplished? The 2003 boast that haunts today’s Iran conflict
The echoes between the conflicts are certainly there but there are also profound differences.

Africa
Cartoonist freed after 15 years in prison without charge in Eritrea
Biniam Solomon was known for his witty and critical cartoons before the free press was closed.

Africa
One house, two faiths, one fasting season
Ramadan and Lent haven’t overlapped since 1993 and couples like Olanrewaju and Kaosara in Nigeria are observing them together.

Africa
Chinese national arrested over attempt to smuggle 2,000 queen ants from Kenya
The suspect had packed some ants in test tubes while others were concealed in tissue paper rolls, prosecutor says.

Africa
French aid worker killed in drone strikes in rebel-held DR Congo city
Witnesses say drone strikes hit a residential building frequently occupied by expatriates and aid workers.

Business
Manufacturing in transition as resilience confronts the realities of low growth
Many recent client conversations have begun with the same question: If the economy is stabilising, why do operating conditions remain so challenging?

Business
Dawie Roodt warns South Africa heading for big trouble
South Africa is heading for an economic shock if surging global oil prices persist, but ordinary South Africans are advised not to panic.

Business
US eases Russia oil sanctions as Iran war pushes up energy prices
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said it was a temporary measure that will last until 11 April.

Business
Qantas agrees to pay $74m over Covid-19 travel voucher refunds
The case relates to cancelled flights during the pandemic, for which customers were given credits instead of cash.

Politics
ANC weighs up wooing the DA in Gauteng
Party internal sources say the DA is not fishing in the same pond with them and that the other parties are contesting its base

Politics
No plans for army to work permanently with police: Ramaphosa
Over 500 SANDF members are deployed in Gauteng to help the police fight gang related crimes

Politics
Ramaphosa concedes objectives of NDP targets not within reach
Ramaphosa says work is under way to build a capable state that will change things for better

Politics
MK Party axes Bongani Mncwango as Secretary-General
The MK Party has axed Bongani Mncwango as its Secretary-General.

Sport

Sport

Sport
Fastest to 100 wins – Europa specialist Emery sets Villa record
Unai Emery becomes the quickest of the three Aston Villa managers to reach 100 victories as his side defeat Lille in the Europa League last 16.

Sport
‘Special’ to join Big Four in history books – Zverev
Alexander Zverev says it felt “very special” to become just the fifth player to reach the semi-finals of all nine ATP Masters 1000 tournaments.

Education
Short tempers and legal threats: UK teachers report rise in problem parents
Rudeness, social media posts and AI-generated complaints among issues harming staff wellbeing, union survey finds
Teachers are used to outbreaks of rudeness and defiance from their pupils, but are now saying parents are some of the worst offenders and affecting staff mental health, according to a headteachers’ union.
More than 90% of headteachers and other senior leaders said they had been on...
Education
Walid Khalidi, Scholar Called Father of Palestinian Studies, Dies at 100
As a historian and diplomat, he gave intellectual shape to his people and made sure that they played a role in negotiating their future.
Education
Angola: Standard Bank Angola Plans to Invest 900 Million Kwanzas in School Libraries
[ANGOP] Huambo — At least nine school libraries in the provinces of Huambo, Namibe, and Cabinda will be rehabilitated and equipped over the next four years as part of the Libelinha project led by Standard Bank-Angola. The project will receive an investment of 900 million kwanzas.
Education
Angola: Angolan Health Minister Highlights Advancements in Professional Training in Brazil
[ANGOP] Luanda — Angolan Health Minister Sílvia Lutucuta on Tuesday highlighted the advances made by the health sector in recent years, with particular emphasis on expanding the workforce and training specialized personnel.

Lifestyle
‘Real Housewives’ star trolls Mel and Peet Viljoen’s shoplift arrest
‘Real Housewives’ stars Mel and Peet Viljoen’s arrest has been met with joy and plenty of jokes by fellow reality TV stars…
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Brenda Mtambo embarks on new leadership journey
Award-winning musician Brenda Mtambo taps into a new realm in her music career as deputy chairperson at CAPASSO.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Fraud blamed for Tongaat Hulett collapse
Businessman Robert Gumede says Tongaat Hulett’s downfall stems from massive fraud, not B-BBEE, after years of financial turmoil.

Entertainment
‘The belief is there’: Bulls on a high before Stormers clash
Captain Marcell Coetzee said four consecutive wins have given the Bulls confidence ahead of the business end of the season.

Entertainment
Two teams, different goals: Proteas gear up for double headers against Black Caps
In the series opener in Mount Maunganui on Sunday, the women’s match starts at 3.45am (SA time) and the men’s game is at 8.15am.

Entertainment
Police probe 60 insurance murder cases
Authorities investigate over 60 murder-for-payout cases after arrests linked to a R10 million insurance killing scheme in Limpopo.

Science/Tech
Households still under big pressure, Altron Fintech index shows
Altron FinTech index shows South African household recovery is under way but remains fragile.
Science/Tech
Microsoft Backs Anthropic To Halt US DOD’s ‘Supply-Chain Risk’ Designation
joshuark shares a report from Reuters: Microsoft has filed an amicus brief on Tuesday in support of Anthropic’s lawsuit asking the court to temporarily block the U.S. Department of Defense designation of the AI startup as a supply-chain risk. In an amicus brief filing in a federal court in San Francisco, Microsoft backed Anthropic’s request for a temporary restraining order against the Pentagon...
Science/Tech
Meta Delays Rollout of New A.I. Model After Performance Concerns
The tech giant pushed back the timeline after spending billions to be on the cutting edge of artificial intelligence.
Science/Tech
Google Chrome Is Finally Coming To ARM64 Linux
BrianFagioli writes: Google says it will finally release Chrome for ARM64 Linux in the second quarter of 2026, bringing the company’s full browser to a platform that has existed for years without official support. Until now, Linux users running Arm hardware have largely relied on Chromium builds or unofficial packages if they wanted something close to Chrome. Google says the new build will...

Motoring
Most fuel-efficient crossover under R300,000 in South Africa
This compact SUV uses less than R1 of petrol per kilometre.
Motoring

Motoring
The Indian bakkie becoming a local favourite in South Africa
Mahindra’s Pik Up is rapidly becoming one of South Africa’s favourite bakkies.

Motoring
Good news for motorists frustrated by delivery bikes in South Africa
The CEO of one of South Africa’s largest supermarket groups said that the company is training its delivery riders address their behaviour out on the roads.
Health
GPs tell BBC they’ve NEVER refused sick note for mental health
BBC News sent a questionnaire to more than 5,000 GPs in England.

Health
The family donating kidneys to their siblings
“When people say to you, ‘what have you done in your life?’ I can say I’ve saved someone’s life.”

Health
Police probe breast cancer treatment allegations
The inquiry is being held over concerns of poor care at the County Durham and Darlington trust.
Health
Two People Die After Paid Plasma Donation at Clinics in Canada
Grifols, a Spanish health care company, operates clinics in Canada that collect blood plasma from donors in exchange for an honorarium.