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Can diplomatic immunity in SA save Robert Mugabe’s son from attempted-murder case?
Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe is in a heap of trouble, after his arrested in Johannesburg over a shooting incident.
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Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe is in a heap of trouble, after his arrested in Johannesburg over a shooting incident.

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Ramaphosa says now is the time to ramp up B-BBEE, not scrap it

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The Finance Minister has not increased the contribution cap for tax-free savings investment accounts since it was introduced.

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Brig-Gen Johannes Mkhabela is currently behind bars on allegations of trying to bribe a police officer to squash a case involving him.
South Africa
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria.

South Africa
This follows their arrest after the alleged shooting of a gardener at Mugabe’s Hyde Park home
South Africa
SAPS destroys over 13 000 firearms
In an effort to remove illegal firearms from circulation, the South African Police Service (SAPS) destroyed a total of 13 859 firearms during its second firearm destruction process for the 2025/26 financial year.
This brings the total number of firearms destroyed over the past seven years to 305 934.
The District Commissioner of Sedibeng in...

South Africa
The Madlanga Commission will today continue hearing witness testimony.

World
Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank shot and killed a Palestinian American man during an attack on a village, the Palestinian Health Ministry said.

World
Iran held annual military drills with Russia on Thursday as a second American aircraft carrier drew closer to the Middle East.
World
Iran on Thursday warned that US bases, facilities and assets would be “legitimate targets” if the United States follows through on its military threats and attacks.

World
Venezuela’s acting president has signed into law an amnesty bill that could lead to the release of politicians, activists, lawyers and many others. The approval marks a stark turn for the nation.

Africa
The MP was arrested this month after mocking the president’s handling of the recent floods in the country.

Africa
The corridor is strategically significant given that Zambia, Angola and the DRC are home to some of the world’s most significant deposits of critical minerals

Africa
The gunmen launched simultaneous assaults on multiple communities in a remote border district, officials say.

Africa
Bellarmine Mugabe is in custody after he allegedly shot a security guard at a property in Johannesburg.

Business
If you are a business leader, investor, policymaker, or sustainability professional who wants the latest insights into sustainability, this is a podcast you must watch.

Business
The rand has taken a turn for the worse after fresh signals from the United States suggested interest rates there could stay higher for longer.

Business
Quentin Griffiths co-founded Asos in 2000 and remained a significant shareholder after leaving the firm five years later.

Business
As Head of Tech at Monocle, Beringer pushes the boundaries of what is possible, ensuring the delivery of robust, future-focused solutions that meet the evolving needs of the industry.

Politics
NW Mokgosi to sign 2 landmark Memorandums of Understanding with Minister Macpherson at Pilanesberg

Politics
Free State Premier MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae presents the 2026 SOPA.

Politics
General Sibiya has been grilled on his role and conduct in the disbandment of the PKTT

Politics
Senior Democratic Alliance officials are backing Western Cape agriculture MEC Ivan Meyer to replace the party leader as agriculture minister after its April federal congress

Sport
Khanye believes Pirates are already feeling the absence of Mbokazi, warning that his departure could prove decisive in the league title race.

Sport
Three English teams have reached the quarter-finals of the Women’s Champions League this season – but has it been as easy as it appears?

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs FC have taken a major decision on the future of one of their top-performing players. Here’s all of the key details!

Sport
FPL expert Heisenberg and the FPL podcast team assess the Premier League clubs with favourable fixture lists in the next gameweeks.
Education
[Africa Check] Ignore claims that Uganda’s Makerere University has postponed its January 2026 graduation ceremony

Education
Liz Hopkin says teachers are not security guards and giving them handheld scanners would not help.
Education
[Premium Times] According to the foundation, the programme will also extend to secondary schools, bringing the total number of beneficiaries to 3,704 students.

Education
Political correspondent Alexandra Topping and special educational needs student Jake with his mum, Laura, explore the government’s controversial plans for reform
Next week, the government is expected to announce its education white paper. It is a moment, as political correspondent Alexandra Topping explains, of high political peril.
Part of the proposals will be reforms to special educational...

Lifestyle
Doja Cat is headlining the Global Citizen Concert in SA this year… what is her relationship with South African father Dumisani Dlamini?
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Bolt South Africa will NOT be compensating the death of unlawful driver Isaac Satlat, whose dash cam murder went viral…
Lifestyle
Entertainment

Entertainment
The health department says the rollout of ARVs will continue despite the current controversy.

Entertainment
“I always say there are no small teams in the cup,” says Ouaddou.

Entertainment
The actor passed away after a long battle with ALS.

Science/Tech
Ramsamy will discuss the critical role of data in the AI life cycle and challenges of data management and protection in a national context.

Science/Tech
DStv subscribers will not face a price increase in April, marking a significant strategic shift under new owner Canal+.

Science/Tech
Organisations must stop considering AI to be a panacea for every and any problem, says Shabana Patel, Medihelp head of data strategy and AI.

Science/Tech
Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands – AlphaTON Capital Corp. (Nasdaq: ATON) (“AlphaTON” or the “Company”), the world’s leading public technology company scaling the Telegram super-app with an addressable market of one billion monthly active users, today announced a market update on its outstanding shares, warrants, options, and RSUs. As of February 19, 2026, the […]
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
The Honda FIT is an excellent, compact hatchback tailor-made for urban driving in South Africa.

Motoring
Suzuki’s affordable sedan has been discontinued in South Africa.

Health
The household cat could hold the key to understanding certain types of cancer, such as breast cancer.
Health
Technical and oversight problems left two astronauts aboard the International Space Station for months longer than had been expected.
Health
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya will serve as acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention until President Trump appoints a permanent director.
Health
In the oceans and on land, scientists are discovering rare, transitional organisms that bridge the gap between Earth’s simplest cells and today’s complex ones.