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Although the VAT registration threshold has increased to R2.3 million, businesses that deregister could still be hit with an unexpected VAT bill from SARS.

Inside the winners room and other insights from behind the scenes.

Residents describe new security checkpoints around the capital, where they say people are stopped and searched.

Payments of £3,000 for each 18-24 year old given a job are among proposals to tackle youth unemployment being announced later.

National Language Summit commences on Monday at the Cape Town International Convention Centre

The Chief of the Army assured the nation that there will be no incidents of assaults by soldiers

This comes only two months after severe floods caused R10 billion in infrastructure damage.

Mbeki is facing scrutiny over his handling of TRC recommendations during his presidency.

The war-torn country is battling to secure crucial funding from the IMF and EU, as well as putting up taxes.

Somalia became a key part of IS’s global network after fighters were driven out of strongholds in Syria and Iraq.

The BBC’s International News correspondent, Barbara Plett Usher, visits Doha’s Souq Waqif market as strikes in the region continue.

Eleven people were rescued overnight after a minibus taxi got stuck in rising floodwaters in Nairobi.

The move forms part of a broader process of returning cultural artefacts to African countries that started in 2017.‎

Partey is to appear at crown court next month, charged with raping a woman in December 2020.

Rwanda reappoint globetrotting Englishman Stephen Constantine as head coach of their men’s national team on a two-year contract.

RMB presents Sustainability Talks: Episode 4.

Shell has confirmed that it is still engaged in the sale of its downstream assets in South Africa, which include a network of nearly 600 petrol stations. 

South Africans may be allowed to invest more money tax-free per year, but the warnings on limits still remain in place.

The matter will sit in the High Court for the next two days.

Sergeant Fannie Nkosi, also known as Witness F, has linked General Shadrack Sibiya to Matlala

South Africa formally filed its application to the ICJ in October 2024.

Kubayi says the Constitution remains a foundation for future generations to continue the fight

The Blitzboks clinched the Sevens Series title after securing a fourth tournament triumph in stunning fashion on Sunday.

Despite a third consecutive Wooden Spoon, there were highlights for Wales who finished the Six Nations with fresh hope and excitement.

Monday roundup.

Kaizer Chiefs’ injury crises seems to be deepening at a crucial time in their campaign. Here’s the latest news below.

Study shows average time on screens each day is 41 minutes, with some watching more than three hours a day

Three-quarters of nine-month-old babies in England are allowed daily screen time, while a small “heavy use” group watch more than three hours a day, according to a study.

Just 2% of the infants included in the research reportedly watched more than three hours a day, while the average...

Pausing the scrapping of existing qualifications was the right decision. But the wider battle over further education continues

The government’s granting of a stay of execution to popular courses including health and business studies BTecs, while alternatives are developed, is a victory for common sense. It should not have taken a years‑long campaign by the college sector to prevent the...

A R3,6 studio flat in Sea Point, Cape Town, has attracted backlash for its hefty price tag in relation to it’s lack of space and features…

The Springboks new anthem – ‘They Don’t Know What We Know’ – was originally created using AI, and now sung by vocalist Anslin Gysman.

Scientists are investigating how our food choices affect bone health and fracture risk, raising questions about modern diets.

It is typical of modern-day South Africa that the bosses at Eskom celebrated achieving one of their KPAs by putting out a special press release.

Flights have been temporarily suspended at the airport, and some flights were diverted to Al Maktoum Airport.

Young businessperson cleans up the competition in Johannesburg.

Highlights ongoing fraud cases, probes and financial risks.

Meta may cut one in five workers as it pours billions into AI infrastructure and talent, three sources have said.

This sale spans almost an entire week, and it’s full of fake “deals.” We hunted to find truly good prices on gear we’ve tested.

Shoprite has agreed to acquire a majority stake in R&A Cellular, targeting the informal retail sector.

One of South Africa’s largest civil action groups is calling for the government to implement relief measures to offset next month’s enormous petrol price increase.

Iona Hall says her ovarian reserve is very low and freezing her eggs may preserve her fertility.