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The watchdog said it had received reports of the platform’s Grok AI chatbot creating undressed images of people.

Ministers in the government of national unity (GNU) have spent about R450m of taxpayers’ money on travel and accommodation during their first 18 months in office.

The Democratic Alliance has filed a Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) application after President Cyril Ramaphosa refused to release the report guiding his decision to appoint Andy Mothibi as the national director of public prosecutions.

40 learners from seven Pretoria schools have been identified to have benefited from the leak.

Gwarube will announce the national matric results at the Mosaiek Church in Fairland, Monday evening.

Footage recorded by Spanish skier Ares Masip shows the incident on Pic de l’Hortell, a mountain in Andorra.

Venezuela has begun releasing political prisoners in what the government calls a goodwill gesture, days after the U.S. seized President Nicolás Maduro.

Iran warned the U.S. and Israel against military action as activists said at least 203 people have been killed in the nationwide protests, a toll they say is likely far higher.

Global superstar Burna Boy claimed the prestigious Album of the Year award for his latest work No Sign of Weakness.

Yoweri Museveni, 81, says he has brought stability to Uganda. His critics complain of political oppression.

Forward Bryan Mbeumo says Cameroon’s first-half performance cost them in the quarter-final defeat by Morocco at the Africa Cup of Nations.

The pair join other US celebrities reconnecting with their African heritage and taking up citizenship.

Trinityhouse Schools are celebrating an exceptional set of results as the Class of 2025 achieved outstanding outcomes in the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations.

Veteran investor David Shapiro believes South Africa has lost the kind of business titans who once helped shape the country’s economy.

South Africa is widely expected to see interest rate cuts in the near future, with South Africa benefitting from developments in the US.

The South African rand strengthened significantly against the US Dollar in 2005, reaching its highest level in over three years at the end of the year.

The UAE is also a major investor in the South African economy across various sectors.

ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa says the party is not dying and will bounce back.

A nationwide campaign to rebuild every branch of the ANC will be undertaken in 2026, says Ramaphosa.

SACP’s Masuku has described the African National Congress as the leader of society.

Former Ireland forward Alan Quinlan has suggested Rassie Erasmus is the ‘greatest coach’ ever as the Springboks target a World Cup hat-trick.

No fewer than 15 Springboks have made the cut for the Bulls’ touring squad ahead of their vital Champions Cup and URC fixtures.

The All Blacks’ high performance chief Mike Anthony is switching from rugby to football to join Premier League side Brighton.

Betway Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns have officially confirmed signing Colombian striker Brayan Leon in a deal worth around R57 million.

Rise Mzansi leader Songezo Zibi has warned South African officials not to grant Elon Musk’s Starlink an operating licence…

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There is currently only one exit route out of the Kruger National Park.

A total 15 Springboks are included in the Bulls’ 32-man squad to play Pau and Edinburgh over the next two weeks.

A customer complaint that the couch she received did not match her order.

School uniforms place a heavy financial burden on parents, who must dig deep into their pockets for school fees, stationery, and other essentials.

Many of South Africa’s listed tech companies performed well in 2025, with some growing their share prices by over 70%.

Hyte’s rounded glass case brings a fun, bubbly aesthetic to your desk.

We built an environmental sensor from electronics parts, and it turned out to be a significant undertaking.

The University of Johannesburg lauds its online learning platform that’s attracted more than 20 000 learners since making its debut last May.

Motus has received backlash regarding its decision to retrench workers in South Africa.

One of South Africa’s most popular cars saw a massive dip in sales last month.

BMW plans to unveil three new models as part of a bid to dominate the world’s third-largest car market.

Since arriving in South Africa, Chinese vehicles have ignited the local market with value-for-money offerings, as well as luxurious models poised to take on the heavyweights. 

Annette Bevan and friends set up the Maa Maas club for mums who want to play rugby.