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South African new car sales hit 13-year February high as exports decline
South Africa’s new-car market experienced its best February since 2013, with 53,455 units sold last month.
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South Africa’s new-car market experienced its best February since 2013, with 53,455 units sold last month.

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Seven men were cornered by police on their way to the ATM in the CBD

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Toyota retains position as best-selling brand, with 12,272 units sold

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More visitors in 2026 will boost sector that contributes 9% of country’s GDP

South Africa
Farming organisations say decisions relating to foot and mouth disease are unlawful.

South Africa
Johanesburg EMS confirms that the death toll in the Ormonde building collapse has risen to eight.
South Africa
Fuel prices to rise from Wednesday
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) has announced an increase of between 20c and 65c for all forms of fuels from Wednesday.
The fuel price adjustments are based on current local and international factors.
The following fuel price adjustments will be implemented:
Petrol 93 (ULP and LRP): 20c increase. Petrol 95 (ULP and LRP):...

South Africa
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria.
World
The Israeli military issued new evacuation orders for dozens of locations in Lebanon, including a warning for residents in two southern Beirut neighbourhoods to stay away from several buildings ahead of imminent military action.

World
A fast-moving day saw the conflict widen in the region, with strikes being traded between opposing sides.

World
President Trump is offering some indication about how long the war with Iran might last.

World
Ben Chu has been looking at what’s happened to marine traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a key trade passage.

Africa
Conservative clerics are meeting in Nigeria to choose a rival to the first female Archbishop of Canterbury.

Africa
Ian von Memerty had documented his choice to die in a 15-part Facebook series.

Africa
The move could undermine Lilongwe’s pursuit of a new programme with the International Monetary Fund

Africa
He used the girls’ mother’s life-threatening illness as an opportunity to demand sex, said the US Office of Public Affairs.

Business
The billionaire says “anti-semitism is always in the air” with parallels to the persecution his ancestors faced.

Business
Discovery Bank is surging ahead of plan, swinging into profit for the first time over a reporting period as it adds over 1,500 new customers a day.

Business
Shoprite’s financials for the final half of 2025 were muted, but the group continues to see a strong performance with its on-demand delivery platform, Sixty60.

Business
Nedbank expects credit growth to be strong in 2026 amid strong improvements in the South African economy.

Politics
EFF and SACP set to establish task team to participate in preparations for a Conference of the Left

Politics
Minister Dean Macpherson says he has authorised court proceedings against three former MKP MPs

Politics
Mmamoloko Kubayi marks Constitution’s 30th anniversary at Apartheid Museum launch.

Politics
Ngcuka says he would have resisted any attempt to interfere with his work.

Sport
Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Benson Mhlongo explained why his former side humbled Kaizer Chiefs this weekend.

Sport
Scotland face unbeaten France in the Six Nations on Saturday looking to keep their title hopes alive. Here are the areas they must get right.

Sport
The Springboks recently picked 11 uncapped players for an alignment camp. Here we look at who could go on to make a Test debut this year.

Sport
The Baltimore Test against the All Blacks signals a bigger Springbok plan unfolding quietly ahead of the 2031 World Cup.

Education
Welsh language commissioner calls for ‘transformative’ intervention, amid Reform UK threats to undo new powers
A “revolution is required” to protect the Welsh language, according to a major new report.
While the number of Cymraeg speakers has remained more or less stable for decades, it has not risen in line with significant population growth, making the language more vulnerable, according to...
Education
[Liberian Investigator] MONROVIA, Liberia — The Liberian International Students Alliance (LIBISA) on Saturday inducted its first corps of officers, marking what leaders described as a historic milestone in uniting Liberian students across continents under a single global platform.
Education
[Leadership] The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially begun the sale of application documents for the 2026 Direct Entry programme.

Education
I was a newcomer, negotiating all of usual classroom difficulties for the first time. Throwing AI into the mix felt like downing a coffee in the middle of a panic attack
Two years ago, at the age of 39, I began training to be a school teacher. I wanted to teach English – to help young people become stronger readers, writers and thinkers, with a deeper connection to literature. After 15 years...
Lifestyle
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Lifestyle
The divide between SASSA grants and government salaries is now greater than ever after low grant increases in the 2026 Budget Speech …

Lifestyle
The multifaceted Relebogile Mabotja returns to her first love with a beautifully produced debut EP. ‘Still Me’.

Entertainment
The recent report that some sanitary products contain hormone-disrupting chemicals reveals menstrual care’s cruel hypocrisy.

Entertainment
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Entertainment
The vessel is owned by the company called Magnet Energy Limited, based in Lagos, Nigeria, said the department.

Entertainment
Evidence before inquiry highlights how unchecked power enabled corruption within major metropolitan municipalities.

Science/Tech
IT services group iOCO expects interim EPS between 27c and 30c amid restructuring success.

Science/Tech
Now it’s betting companies stepping deeper into financial lending territory. Numbers just released reveal more credit offered, bonds sold, plus complex loan setups growing too. Firms eager to lock in steady returns are turning toward gambling operators. Across regions, these arrangements pile up – amounts climbing into multi-billion figures without slowing. Steady Money Coming In […]

Science/Tech
Weak foundational teaching, particularly in mathematics and languages, severely restrict secondary school Stem enrolment.

Science/Tech
South Africa will get its first taste of the iCAUR brand this year with the V23 2WD and AWD models. The all-new iCAUR V23 electric SUV is coming to South Africa in May 2026 with bold retro styling and strong value positioning. Two models will be available at launch, the 2WD and AWD, offering up […]

Motoring
February 2026 was the best sales month for the industry in over a decade.

Motoring
A supercar owner in KZN has been arrested driving over 200km/h on a public road.

Motoring
Audi is losing its buyers to Chinese alternatives.

Motoring
High car prices in South Africa are driving buyers to auction houses instead.
Health
One of Us, run by Denmark’s health ministry, works with people with mental health conditions to share their stories in schools, hospitals and police stations, helping turn fear into understanding.
Health
As the midterm elections approach, the health secretary is focusing on “real food.” Anger is rising among some of his supporters.

Health
Sleep psychologist Stephanie Romiszewski explains the benefits of waking up at the same time every day.
Health
Citing shortfalls in federal support, about 20 states are toughening eligibility requirements for patients in drug assistance programs.