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Nightclub linked to outbreak ‘won’t open until people are safe’ says owner
The Canterbury nightclub has been linked to a deadly meningitis outbreak in Kent.

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Bafana Bafana: SEVEN South Africans Abroad picked for Panama
Bafana Bafana will face Panama in preparation for the FIFA World Cup this month, and Broos has picked SEVEN stars plying their trade abroad.
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METRO REFORMS: Treasury dangles R54bn carrot to help metros become more ‘business-like’
The National Treasury wants metro municipalities, the engines of the economy and home to the majority of South Africans, to become more ‘business-like’ in raising revenue and improving service delivery. But there are questions over corruption and political will.

South Africa
Murder case of two Mamelodi cousins postponed to May
Case against Tebogo Mnisi, who is linked to the killing of two Mamelodi cousins is postponed to May

South Africa
Police to go ahead with firearms inspection on Mathibeli’s premises
The High Court in Durban dismissed his urgent application to interdict the police’s inspection.

South Africa
From Smartphones to AI: Africa’s Next Creative Revolution Is Already in Motion
From mineral exploration to the world of financial services, artificial intelligence is changing the way businesses operate in Africa. One area that may be most impacted by this technological revolution is a place that receives relatively little attention in this context: the creative economy. For generations, storytelling has been one of the strongest tools for […]
South Africa
News24 | Police move in on Calvin Mathibeli’s premises after court dismisses urgent bid
Police have arrived at the Durban north business premises of security boss Calvin Mathibeli to conduct a firearms compliance inspection.

World
Israel and Iran attack gas facilities. And, Cesar Chavez accused of sexual abuse, rape
Attacks on gas facilities by Israel and Iran have escalated the war and impacted global markets. And, renowned union leader and labor rights advocate Cesar Chavez is accused of sexual abuse and rape.

World
Iran attacks world’s largest liquified natural gas complex in Qatar
Iran struck Qatar’s massive gas facility after Israel targeted Iran’s gas field, putting global energy supplies at risk.

World
What did President Trump know about Iran before going to war
NPR’s Steve Inskeep speaks with Nate Swanson, former director for Iran at the National Security Council, about what President Trump understood about Iran before going to war.

World
Cyprus leader calls for frank discussion on ‘colonial’ UK bases
The UK’s two military bases on Cyprus are a “colonial consequence” on the island, says President Nikos Christodoulides.

Africa
DR Congo and Rwanda agree to ease tensions after talks in US
The conflict has persisted despite a peace deal signed by DR Congo and Rwanda in December.

Africa
Forty years after the last one was poached rhinos are back in the wild in Uganda
Hunting for the horns and meat, Ugandan poachers once wiped out the southern white rhinos from the country.

Africa
Celebrations in Morocco but devastation in Senegal after Afcon decision
Moroccans feel justice has been done but the Senegalese are angry after being stripped of the title.

Africa
Chinese national charged for trying to smuggle 2,000 ants from Kenya
Zhang Kequn was found with the large consignment of ants in his luggage at a Nairobi airport.

Business
School ‘poverty policy officers’ to help families
The two positions in South Tyneside will focus on school uniform and access to activities.

Business
Food price warning for Checkers, Pick n Pay, Spar, and others in South Africa
South Africans are being warned to watch out for rising food prices as the Middle East conflict pushes up oil and logistics costs, with consumer advocates cautioning shoppers against opportunistic retailers.

Business
Why are UK prices still rising?
UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England’s 2% target.
Business

Politics
WhatsApp chats between Nkosi and Mnisi dominate Madlanga Commission
The commission heard how Tshwane’s CFO Gareth Mnisi sent Sgt Nkosi a letter from the Hawks.

Politics
IFP claims victory in three KZN by-elections
The IFP has claimed victory in all three by-elections that were held in KwaZulu-Natal Wednesday

Politics
LIVE: Madlanga Commission of Inquiry | 19 March 2026
The Madlanga Commission continues with the cross-examination of Sgt Nkosi.

Politics
PAC condemns vandalism at Robert Sobukwe’s gravesite
PAC opened a criminal case against the desecration of founding president Robert Sobukwe’s gravesite

Sport
Sheffield United fixtures typify Wrexham’s journey
Phil Parkinson believes Wrexham’s recent meetings with Sheffield United have typified the club’s remarkable journey since he took charge in the summer of 2021.

Sport
Petersen would have replaced Chaine at Bafana if not injured, Broos reveals
Hugo Broos admits an in-form Kaizer Chiefs captain Brandon Petersen would have made his Bafana Bafana squad if not for injury.

Sport
Macdonald breaks course record to lead in Australia
Scotland’s Kelsey Macdonald fires a seven-under 64 to break Sanctuary Cove’s course record and lead the Australian WPGA Championship.

Sport
Name change on the cards for Cape Town’s signature stadium
One of Cape Town’s most recognisable sports stadiums could soon get a new name as part of a major commercial overhaul.

Education
Efforts to shut down pro-Palestinian speech face series of setbacks in court
Rulings in cases alleging antisemitism on US campuses say common pro-Palestinian speech is constitutionally protected
Few debates from the last few years have been more contentious than whether criticism of Israel and Zionism is antisemitic, threatens Jewish people or violates their civil rights. Allegations of antisemitism have cost people jobs, provided pretexts for censorship and fueled an...
Education
The Struggle to Find Good, Affordable Schools
New York parents can’t always afford to live in neighborhoods with good public schools, and other options are more expensive than ever.
Education
South Africa: Use the Field, Parents Tell Their Children – the Pit Toilets At This School Are Dangerous
[GroundUp] Elunyaweni Primary in Ugie in the Eastern Cape has five full pit latrines for 160 learners; nearby ET Thabane Primary has broken classrooms
Education
Comoros: Comorian Women Face Barriers to Equality in Education, Employment, and Politics
[Afrobarometer] Most citizens say police and courts need to do more to protect women and girls against discrimination and harassment.

Lifestyle
It’s official: Showmax’s end date + what happens next
Showmax has revealed when it will cease operation on its platforms, and what happens to current subscriptions thereafter…

Lifestyle
Lira’s birthday soirée: A fashionable tribute to her late mother
Music icon Lira proved that there are other ways to grieve a loved one, as she wore her late mother’s dress to her birthday celebration.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Spot the signs: The five car parts that are most likely to fail
Of all the parts in your car, there are five that are most at risk of failing. Here are the warning signs you should look out for.

Entertainment
Probe launched into alleged interference in Tshwane security tender
ActionSA says it will act decisively if wrongdoing is uncovered, after details emerged at the Madlanga commission

Entertainment
‘Mshishi’ gets the call to help restore Bafana’s mojo
‘He (Zwane) makes the players around him better,’ said Broos.

Entertainment
South Africans Muslims set for 30 days of Ramadan, Eid likely on 21 March
Muslims began fasting on 19 February 2026.
Entertainment

Science/Tech
Adobe faces fresh probe over subscription cancellation fees
The probe comes just days after Adobe agreed to pay $150-million to settle a similar US government lawsuit.

Science/Tech
The 4 Best Planners of 2026: Roterunner, Hobonichi, Cloth & Paper
If digital calendars are leaving you lacking, these WIRED-tested paper agendas and notebooks could change your life.

Science/Tech
The Men Obsessed With ‘High T’
Fueled by the manosphere, men are boosting their testosterone levels through natural and synthetic means, with some competitively swapping test results on a regular basis.
Science/Tech
iPhone Exploit DarkSword Steals Data In Minutes With No Trace
BrianFagioli writes: A new iOS exploit chain called DarkSword shows how attackers can break into certain iPhones, grab sensitive data like messages, credentials, and even crypto wallets, and then disappear without leaving obvious traces. It targets older iOS 18 builds using Safari and WebGPU flaws to escape Apple’s sandbox, which is pretty wild on its own, but what really stands out is how fast...

Motoring
New special-edition Haval H7 goes on sale in South Africa – Pricing and features
The all-new Haval H7 Black Edition has landed in South Africa.

Motoring
New Haval H6 plug-in hybrid launched in South Africa – Pricing and features
Haval has officially launched a plug-in hybrid version of the popular H6 SUV in South Africa.

Motoring
No petrol price relief for South African motorists
South Africa’s National Treasury signalled it has little room to mitigate against the impact of a looming fuel-price shock stemming from the war in the Middle East.

Motoring
South Africa’s R1 million bakkies
The most sought-after bakkies in South Africa all come with hefty price tags.
Health
Ozempic Is About to Go Generic in India, China and Canada
In India, China and several other nations, Novo Nordisk is on the verge of losing patent protection for its blockbuster weight loss drug, opening the door for cheaper competing versions.

Health
Why this ‘unprecedented’ outbreak isn’t another Covid
Meningitis infections result from close and prolonged physical contact and spreads more slowly than Covid.
Health
F.D.A. Investigates 7 E. Coli Illnesses as Raw Dairy Farm Denies Any Link
The outbreak has sickened people in California, Texas and Florida. The agency said Cheddar cheese products from Raw Farm are “the likely source,” but the company denies it and has not recalled them.
Health
Women Who Undergo Menopause Before 40 Face Higher Heart Attack Risk
A new study found that women who went through so-called premature menopause had 40 percent more fatal and nonfatal heart attacks over the course of their lives.