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Ramaphosa said in his Sona the government would spend R156bn over the next three years on water and sanitation infrastructure.

A feud between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates across the Horn of Africa is overshadowing this weekend’s AU summit.

The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson has prompted soul searching about women’s role in government, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

The meeting was postponed last weekend as the Joburg City Hall was too small.

The operation targeted the Point area as well as Umlazi and KwaMashu. 

Diale-Tlabela was meeting with operators to discuss scholar safety compliance issues

Gauteng police spokesperson, Mavela Masondo, says they expect to make more arrests soon

In a joint statement, the foreign ministries of the U.K., France, Germany, Sweden and the Netherlands say Navalny was poisoned by Russia with a lethal toxin derived from the skin of poison dart frogs.

The prominent agent and LA Olympics chief has come under scrutiny over past ties with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.

NPR’s Scott Simon speaks to Fiona Hill, senior fellow at the Brookings Institution’s Center on the United States and Europe, about the Trump administration’s strategy to end Russia’s war with Ukraine.

The river, which runs through seven US states that share it, is currently facing the worst drought in 1,200 years.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the army will work with the police to fight organised crime and illegal mining.

Somali Islamist militant group al-Shabab has staged several attacks in Kenya, prompting the border to be closed.

Search efforts are continuing for the missing passengers, who included children.

Madagascar’s disaster management says roads are inaccessible with trees uprooted, power poles down and ninety percent of roofs ripped off.

This is the iconic South African precinct that made R11 billion in one year.

KPMG South Africa has named Joelene Pierce as its next CEO starting 1 March 2026.

Sithole says her re-election to the leadership position shows confidence and renewal of the mandate.

She has been accorded a Special Provincial Official Funeral, Category 2.

Niehaus cited the ANC’s step aside rule against Gigaba for wanting him to recuse himself.

The Ad Hoc Committee heard conflicting reports on Lazarus Mokgosi’s Naledi appointment.

Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs are in Egypt to battle Zamalek for a place in the CAF Confederation Cup quarterfinals.

Mamelodi Sundowns are into the CAF Champions League quarterfinals after a 2-0 win over AC Alger, thanks to Brayan Leon’s brace.

England’s Charley Hull produces a stunning closing round of 65 to win the PIF Saudi Ladies International by one shot for her fifth Ladies European Tour title.

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen makes history for Brazil by clinching his nation’s first Winter Olympic medal with gold in the giant slalom.

Life goes on? Nadia Nakai – who dated the late rapper AKA – has teased the public with a romance with another music artist…

Bittersweet: Reeva Steenkamp’s mother June has regained the memory of her ‘baby’, who was tragically murdered 13 years ago…

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi hinted that he gifted his younger brother Liyema a brand-new car. Take a look…

Valentine’s Day is not only about red roses and chocolate, but about the connection between lovers, the devotion to stay the course, and the youthful spirit for some fun along the way.

For consenting adults, the department encouraged safe sex and avoiding ‘love without protection’.

The concert will take place on 14 June 2026 at Orlando Stadium in Soweto.

“We are in good momentum and I hope that being in Colombo since the start will help us in terms of conditions.”

“Marumo Gallants is one of the most tactically sophisticated teams,” said Ncikazi.

Ripple price analysis is back in the spotlight as investors ask a bold question: can XRP reclaim the $3 level in 2026? After months of uneven momentum and shifting market sentiment, XRP holders are watching key resistance zones closely. While Ripple remains one of the most recognized names in crypto, the path back to $3 […]

The Q1 of 2026 has brought a noticeable shift in how major capital moves across the crypto market. The era of chasing viral trends and short-lived meme rallies is fading. Instead, experienced investors are directing funds toward protocols that aim to modernize lending, borrowing, and on-chain financial infrastructure. Rather than holding onto slower-moving top altcoins, […]

Should you splurge on the new Series 11, or will the SE 3 do? Let us help you figure out which version to get (and which to avoid).

Following a major accident, the last thing people want to hear is the words “write off”.

Lawmakers are cracking down on screen-dominated car interiors.

Preventing smash-and-grab attacks requires drivers to be proactive and alert.

A high number of elderly people on wards and respiratory cases in A&E prompt warnings from staff.