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Past visits by top leaders to Yasukuni, which honours convicted war criminals, have angered Japan’s neighbours.

Huge explosions were seen in southern and eastern Lebanon as Israeli war planes targeted the area, killing at least one

Aged 17, Francesco Camarda has already broken several records – so is the AC Milan striker set be Italy’s next great number nine?

Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt remains closed as Trump threatens Hamas over gang clashes.

Health and Education departments cited as part of those involved in unauthorised expenditures.

Shack fires erupted overnight in various informal settlements in parts of Cape Town.

Accused on in the Meyiwa trial says he was not acquainted with the witness at the time of the murder

City Power has found CEO recused herself in the hiring of individuals, where necessary

Daniel Duggan, an ex-Marine, is accused of conspiring with others to train Chinese military pilots between 2010 and 2012.

Though the search for Gus Lamont has ended, police say they will continue investigating his disappearance.

The Trump-Putin phone call came a day before Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky visits the White House.

At least 27 people have been killed in US strikes on alleged “narco-boats” in the Caribbean.

A selection of the week’s best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

Thousands of mourners fill the streets of Nairobi from the airport to the Kasarani Stadium to pay their respects.

Patrick Herminie says he will stop further development of the Qatar-backed Assumption Island resort.

Joseph Kabila appears in Kenya with other opposition leaders two weeks after being sentenced to death.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 17 October 2025.

Almost two months into transitioning BankservAfrica to PayInc, Head of Marketing Solly Bellingan reflects on what the change truly represents.

Varun Yadav lost his entire life savings after he was a victim of romance fraud on a dating app.

Eskom has significantly increased electricity prices over the last decade, with the average residential price rising from R1.08 per kWh in 2016 to R2.53 in 2025.

Mchunu told the committee that he was more than keen to tell his side of the story.

So far 325 submissions have been made to the committee.

Mathe says the visit is part of ongoing investigations being discussed before the commission

Ad Hoc Committee evidence leader Norman Arendse pressed Mchunu on disbandment of the PKTT.

The South African Football Association (SAFA) and adidas have announced a landmark three-year partnership.

It’s an interesting theory.

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson says ‘Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry’ tour was only made possible because SA teams left Super Rugby.

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has revealed that he will retire from coaching after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The amount landlords are able to command for rent in the township greatly depends on the level of tenant-focused design and amenities …

South African singer Tyla has been accused by an American rapper of stealing the concept for a new song titled ‘Chanel.’

Ace Frehley, the pioneering guitarist and co-founder of the legendary rock band Kiss, has died at the age of 74 following a fall at his home.

It’s bizarre and brilliant. Australian animated show ‘The Amazing Digital Circus’ is grown-up slapstick with a large layer of home truths.

Actress Candida Mosoma has been setting the West End stage alight in London. She’s also turned her attention to children’s books.

The company showcased its SigniFlow Signing Solution, a platform designed to streamline document workflows and enhance collaboration in large-scale environments.

The OnTrack AI service could pave the way to a new outcomes-based approach to software development in SA, says Deon Thomas, MD of eBlocks Software.

The XRP value has been able to remain strong in the face of a turbulent crypto market, with investor focus still on its long-term prospects. Despite having to cope with regulatory setbacks and competition from similar payment-oriented altcoins, XRP remains one of the relevant players in the digital finance industry.  Its capability to execute cheap […]

ZTE and Lindungi Hutan launched the “One Tree, One Future” programme, planting 500 mangrove trees in the PIK Mangrove Ecotourism Area, Jakarta.

Sprinting from 0-100km/h in just 6.9 seconds, this icon was a wolf in sheep’s clothing.

Jetour T1 is an urban lite off-roader and T2 a more rugged SUV for adventure seekers.

Series of videos showcases the toughness of the SVI Stopgun V2.0 armouring package.

A council hopes it will inspire physical activity, and “create learning and career opportunities”.