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The chancellor tells the BBC it is “too early” to say exactly who would get help but hinted any support would not arrive until the autumn.

The event, held in partnership with the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, brought together stakeholders from across the Indian Ocean region.

Africa will be represented by 10 nations at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after DRC secured their place by beating Jamaica.

Motorists face steep increases due to soaring oil prices and a weaker rand

Warrick ‘DJ Warras’ Stock was shot dead in Johannesburg in December last year.

It’s peak fire season in the Thai city, which now ranks as one of the world’s most polluted.

People in Iran describe angry scenes and tense relationships as rifts open up over the war.

Seizing the stockpile would be one of the “most complicated special operations in history,” a former defence official tells the BBC.

Iran’s strikes on Gulf states have been especially hard for migrants who have long supported these economies to lift their families back home from poverty.

DR Congo qualify for their first World Cup since 1974 as Axel Tuanzebe’s strike gives the Leopards a 1-0 win over Jamaica in their play-off.

Eritrea are one of six nations to reach the group stage of qualification for Afcon 2027, having played their first games in the competition since 2007.

Solomon Ogbonna Eziko’s installation as an Igbo leader in East London has sparked tensions.

Both government and opposition groups have been accused of being responsible for the deadly attack.

Global data-centre and tech firm Equinix Inc. plans to build more facilities in South Africa.

Rising living costs are pushing more people to rely on affordable food groups.

The price of Brent crude oil to be delivered in May rose by a record 64% in March as the conflict disrupted energy supplies.

The average price at the pump has topped $4 in the US for the first time since 2022 as the Iran war continues to push up fuel prices.

Deputy Minister of Home Affairs says operations for 2026 Easter will be mainly intelligence driven

Minority opposition parties in NMB to table a motion of no confidence against Mayor Babalwa Lobishe

The meeting will be on the road safety campaign ahead of the Easter holidays.

TRC Cases Inquiry probing efforts to stall the prosecution of apartheid-era perpetrators

Fans are warned against xenophobic remarks and singing during Spain’s friendly against Egypt in Barcelona on Tuesday.

Captain Andy Robertson discusses the reaction of a section of Scotland fans after the friendly defeats by Japan and Ivory Coast.

Republic of Ireland’s Troy Parrott says he “wasn’t good enough in front of goal” during their goalless friendly with North Macedonia at the Aviva Stadium.

Defending champion John Higgins holds off a fightback from Mark Williams to win 10-8 in the first round of the Tour Championship in Manchester.

Why has the UK introduced a ban on student visas for four countries? Today in Focus talks to affected students in Sudan and Afghanistan, as well as our home affairs editor, Rajeev Syal

In early March, with little warning, the UK announced a ban on student visas for four countries: Sudan, Afghanistan, Myanmar and Cameroon.

It came as devastating news to Afra Elmahdi (pictured), an exceptional...

Trump administration claims list is part of an EEOC investigation into antisemitic discrimination at university

A federal judge on Tuesday ordered the University of Pennsylvania to hand over records about Jewish employees on campus to a federal agency as part of an investigation into antisemitic discrimination but said it did not have to reveal any employee’s affiliation with a specific...

Early April Fool’s Day joke? Chicken Licken has ditched a key part of its salty chicken experience – it’s rubber band packaging!

Cape Town’s draft budget could bring rates relief to 60% of households, with wider rebates and lower increases for key services.

Music and fashion extraordinaire Umzulu Phaqa announced that she’s taking a break from her unfulfilling music career.

DJ Lamiez Holworthy addresses viral lookalike who has copied her style and sparked online debate.

South Africa has among the highest internet penetration rates on the continent, but a digital divide persists.

A massive wage agreement funded by ratepayers sparks concerns that Johannesburg’s service delivery will suffer as financial pressures mount

People with XY chromosomes have given birth to children, so chromosome tests are not a sufficient way to determine biological sex.

Deep divisions within the ANCWL in North West raise concerns over legitimacy, with disputes over conference processes and delegate selection.

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A suspected system failure froze Baidu’s robotaxis across Wuhan, trapping passengers and reportedly causing traffic disruptions and crashes.

As a DarkSword takeover technique spreads, Apple tells WIRED it will release fixes for millions of iPhone owners who remain on iOS 18 rather than force them to update to iOS 26 simply to be protected.

The government stated that the R3-per-litre fuel tax cut is just the first step in its plan to provide relief to motorists, and that additional measures are on the way.