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Fifa, Pro Evolution Soccer and Football Manager have been among the most popular football video games – but who are the most iconic players from them?

Sapna Mukherjee said her husband Sougat’s life was “irreversibly destroyed” after he was labelled a suspect.

The advice puts babies at risk of serious harm, even death, medical professionals have told the BBC.

Gauteng Health marks World Hand Hygiene Day in Hammanskraal, north of Pretoria

Disaster Management officials are preparing for significant rainfall and strong winds.

18-year-old Anna Makhukhu and 24-year old Nakedi Ramollo were last seen on Friday evening

EC Transport urges motorists to prioritise safety as this province records 12 fatalities in 24 hours

A cruise ship with nearly 150 people aboard was waiting for help off the coast of Cape Verde in the Atlantic Ocean after three passengers died in a suspected outbreak of the rare hantavirus.

Russia declared a unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine for Friday and Saturday to mark the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, but threatened to strike back at Kyiv if it tries to disrupt festivities.

The Boeing 737 plane crashed into a Chinese hillside in 2022, killing all 132 people on board.

Anna Wintour brought the glam, Beyoncé brought the fam, and Heidi Klum was… statuesque at this year’s fundraiser.

Former Defence Minister Sadio Camara was killed in a massive offensive by combined jihadist and separatist forces.

Malawi’s rollout of a digital tax platform has triggered widespread business protests, with traders arguing that economic pressures and foreign exchange shortages were ignored during consultations

Inflation in mainland Tanzania is expected to remain within the 3% to 5% target range, supported by stable food supply and exchange rate stability

More than 100 gangs are operating nationwide as the growing use of political thugs raises fears of election violence.

Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Tuesday, 5 May 2026.

Paymenow, which was co-founded by Springbok legend Bryan Habana, has merged with fellow fintech PayCurve.

ANC in Mangaung awaiting direction from higher structures after regional conference was nullified.

The ANC has given members who have dual membership until 11 May to submit a written declaration.

The two sides met at former President Jacob Zuma’s residence in Nkandla to discuss various issues

The ANC’s NW is in the Nelson Mandela Metro as part of its service delivery outreach.

Wu Yize discusses the sacrifices made by his family on his journey to becoming China’s second world snooker champion.

Stormers coach John Dobson has sung the praises of a powerful forward who could make the step up to the Springbok stage this season.

More than 1.3 million people have applied for next year’s event which takes place on 25 April.

After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?

Tyla stuns at the 2026 Met Gala in a bold Valentino look inspired by peacocks, marking her third appearance at the iconic event.

With just two weeks to go before trial begins, Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively have reached a settlement out of court.

Thuso Mbedu shares emotional posts as she builds excitement for her powerful new fantasy film role.

South African-born actress Charlize Theron has criticised over her comments about her two adopted daughters….

As vigilantes target illegal immigrants, President Cyril Ramaphosa’s waiting game risks repeating the horrors of 2008.

Political parties demand probe after high altitude training centre stalled since 2012 despite R324 million spent and no construction started.

Analysts say visit may be SADC sanctioned early talks on Mnangagwa’s exit, despite presidency calling the Kwekwe trip private.

Even Capitec is getting in on the action.

AI partnerships are reshaping Formula 1, with eight new deals signed in the past six months alone.

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Chery’s newest car brand looks a lot like Land Rover, and there’s a good reason for that.

South African driving licence cards hold a lot of personal information.

Alison Scott-Wright, also known as ‘The Magic Sleep Fairy’ has appeared on TV giving advice around improving the sleep of babies.

Dr Aziza explains why napping could be a sign of a bigger issue