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De Beers has gone from an iconic industry legend to costing Anglo American billions in impairments, with plans to sell the diamond giant still up in the air.

18-year-old Arvid Lindblad is about to become Britain’s youngest ever Formula 1 driver when he makes his debut this season. BBC Sport’s Andrew Benson met with him ahead of the opening race in Australia.

Gianluca Prestianni will miss the second leg of Benfica’s Champions League tie against Real Madrid after Uefa reject the club’s appeal against his suspension.

KZN has received 200 000 doses of the Biogenesis vaccine that government bought from Argentina.

Ntanzi was arrested in June 2020 for his alleged involvement in the murder of Bongani Ntanzi 

Additional charges have been added to Mugabe and Matonhodze who made their first appearance in court

Ballistic expert warrant officer Fortunate Mahlalela is on the witness stand.

Wadi Rum’s otherworldly landscape is where Star Wars movies and The Martian were filmed. In late winter, plants emerge in this desert — but some are toxic to camels, so their herders must protect them.

The RSF’s capture of the city in October was one of the most brutal chapters of Sudan’s nearly three-year civil war.

Access to biological samples raised flags for Zimbabwe as the US did not want to share the benefits of its research.

After a long time in the wilderness, Zimbabwe are again contending on the biggest stage at the 2026 T20 World Cup – this is the story of their resurgence.

Uganda has some of the strictest anti-homosexual laws in the world.

Dennis Bloem says Sibiya is trying to hide from all the damaging evidence before him.

Parties and labour organisations have slammed the 2026 Budget for failing to tackle low growth, high unemployment, and municipal distress, while cautiously welcoming tax relief and social grant increases

Khawula’s name came up at the Commission on numerous occasions.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to table National Budget to MPs.

Former Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Moeneeb Josephs has questioned Orlando Pirates’ mentality after their shock Nedbank Cup exit.

The Springboks boast some of the fastest players in rugby, including Cheslin Kolbe, Grant Williams and Kurt-Lee Arendse. But who’s quickest?

The Jacksonville Jaguars will play two games in the UK in 2026 while the Washington Commanders will also play in London and the Detroit Lions will visit Munich.

A consortium led by former professional poker player James Bord pulls out of a takeover of Sheffield Wednesday

MPs criticise “rip-off” interest rates and unfair changes to repayment terms during a debate in Parliament

Katherine Hartley Short died at the age of 42.

Agency confirms official 2026 SASSA grant increases after Finance Minister’s annual Budget Speech. Here’s what beneficiaries are getting …

‘Over the medium term, growth is expected to average 1.8%, reaching 2% by 2028’.

Workers reportedly go unpaid as rescue efforts continue nearly 900 metres underground following last week’s deadly mud rush.

The 2026 awards ceremony will take place on Saturday, 15 August.

Oliver Reid and Siphosethu Mnebelele return to the side after being rested precautionarily in the first match.

South Africa is tightening the regulatory net around crypto – this time targeting cross-border capital flows.

The allocation comes as a relief as Sentech’s battle with the SABC over unpaid signal distribution fees continues.

Huawei introduced a new wearable diabetes risk assessment feature at World Health Expo Dubai 2026, reinforcing its commitment to proactive, wearable-driven health management. The feature leverages non-invasive Photoplethysmography (PPG) technology and advanced smartwatch sensors to analyse wellness patterns and provide early alerts that may indicate potential diabetes risk. Designed to raise...

The new Edition 20 is the most expensive VW Polo you can buy in South Africa.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana proposed hikes on three major fuel taxes during his 2026 Budget Speech.

For many South Africans, the dream of owning a new car seems far away. The vast majority of people can’t afford to buy a vehicle in cash, and traditional financing options may feel out of reach.

New contract will require patients in England to be given immediate appointment if needed.

Bid to improve access to Mounjaro in England, but experts warn eligibility still tightly restricted.