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John Steenhuisen under fire
New research by the Southern African Agri Initiative (Saai) showed that farmers have lost trust in the Department of Agriculture and Minister John Steenhuisen.
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New research by the Southern African Agri Initiative (Saai) showed that farmers have lost trust in the Department of Agriculture and Minister John Steenhuisen.

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Watchdog cites concerns over data processing, online surveillance

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Leader Nigel Farage says Reform is “the voice of opposition” to Labour, as he unveils his new top team.
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South Africa
SAPS in KwaZulu-Natal says it has noted Mathibeli’s social media post with disdain.

South Africa
The Department says Abathembu King is not empowered to dethrone any traditional leaders

South Africa
COGTA Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa met with Provincial Initiation Coordinating Committees.
South Africa
Unemployment rate decreases by 0.5 percentage points
South Africa’s official unemployment rate decreased by 0.5 percentage points from 31.9% in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025 to 31.4% in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2025.
This is according to the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) for the fourth quarter of 2025 conducted by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA).
The results show an...

World
As the U.S. and Iran continue to engage indirectly in nuclear talks, what challenges remain? NPR speaks with Richard Nephew, former deputy special envoy for Iran in the Biden administration.

World
Representatives for the U.S. and Iran will meet in Geneva Tuesday for a second round of nuclear talks as the U.S. builds up military forces in the region.

World
Expectations for a breakthrough are low as delegations meet for a third time to try and negotiate an end to the war.

World
The founder of the Rainbow/PUSH coalition — a US civil rights and social justice organisation — was an outspoken critic of apartheid in South Africa

Africa
Officials allege that an empty coffin was placed over concealed bags of charcoal in a hearse.

Africa
John Steenhuisen will not seek re-election as DA leader, leaving the race wide open for a successor.

Africa
Seven men from Ghana were “burnt beyond recognition” after Islamists raided the town they were travelling through.

Africa
Police are still looking for a fourth suspect in the attack which has shocked South Africans.

Business
South Africa’s poultry industry has seen a massive rise in production, while diseases are making a massive mark on the beef and pork industries.

Business
South Africa’s unemployment rate has dropped by 0.5 percentage points in the final quarter of 2025, but the numbers are still sitting at crisis levels—especially for the youth.

Business
Treasury Minister Chris Thomas’s budget sees the tax-free allowance rise by £2,250 to £17,000.
Business

Politics
288 amakhosi were officially confirmed by KZN Premier Thami Ntuli to perform this duty

Politics
The work of the Ad Hoc Committee has been extended until 31 March 2026, marking its third extension.

Politics
Radebe says he was asked to step down over ongoing financial challenges in the municipality.

Politics
The Economic Freedom Fighters will be accommodated in the reshuffled committee, sources told the Mail & Guardian

Sport
Springbok boss Rassie Erasmus has responded to being linked with two wildly contrasting stories related to the former All Blacks coach.

Sport
Orlando Pirates host Mamelodi Sundowns in a crucial Betway Premiership clash at FNB Stadium on Wednesday, 18 February.

Sport
Tyson Fury makes his return on 11 April and believes his inactivity could play a big role in his comeback.

Sport
Orlando Pirates will tackle defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns in their next league assignment on Wednesday, 18 February.
Education
[This Day] Africa’s foremost tech icon and Chairman of Zinox Group, Leo Stan Ekeh, who turns 70 on February 22, this year, has explained why he is not celebrating his 70th birthday with a mega party, preferring to offer University scholarships to additional 1000 Nigerian indigent wiz-kids to study Computer Science in Federal Universities so that the country’s private and public sectors could...
Education
[FrontPageAfrica] Sanniquellie — American lawyer and philanthropist Paul Mandell, accompanied by his 17-year-old daughter Kate Mandell, has renewed his commitment to education in Liberia with a fresh donation of school supplies and a US$5,000 grant to St. Mary’s High School in Sanniquellie.
Education
The Masonic lodge that served as the home base for Dr. King’s activism will soon be open to visitors. It had long been considered endangered.
Education
Our education system is failing, but allotting funding by student and family preference, rather than by ZIP code, can help.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
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Lifestyle
Chocolate-brown is trending in design.

Entertainment
The committee’s mandate was due to expire on 20 February 2026.

Entertainment
The Pokemon card was purchased by the son of former White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci

Entertainment
South Africa had 55 registered remittance service providers as of 2024, with the Sarb currently considering expanding legislative definitions.

Entertainment
The youth continue to bear the brunt of unemployment, remaining the most vulnerable group in the labour market.

Science/Tech
Language-driven systems represent a structural, irreversible change in how organisations access and apply intelligence, says STM Healthcare’s Vukosi Sambo.

Science/Tech
Most scanning apps try to get you to buy a cloud storage subscription or pay for extras. Not FairScan, which is free and open-source, and has some powerful features.

Science/Tech
As patients and employers look for alternatives to pricey GLP-1 drugs, Silicon Valley startup Twin Health is using AI and wearable sensors to help people make healthier choices.

Science/Tech
WeThinkCode and IDC-SEF partner to equip 44 000 youth with digital skills, combining learning and earning in community-driven programmes.
Motoring

Motoring
Toyota has lifted the covers off three variants of the hotly anticipated RAV4.

Motoring
Toyota’s luxury brand, Lexus, is gearing up to launch a first-of-its-kind SUV in South Africa.
Motoring

Health
Farmer Sam Stables walks from Herefordshire to London to raise awareness of mental health.
Health
The Tony winner returns to the stage in “Every Brilliant Thing,” an interactive monologue with a message of hope “that might be vital for somebody to hear.”

Health
The latest stage of the public inquiry into 2,000 deaths in Essex hears more from bereaved families.
Health
Federal policies under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that are hostile to vaccines have “sent a chill through the entire industry,” one scientist said.