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France snatch the Six Nations from Ireland’s grasp with a last-gasp win over England, Scotland’s title hopes end in Dublin and Wales win at last – Six Nations talking point from round five.

South African poultry producers have borne the brunt of US chicken dumping for years, so other local industries can keep receiving AGOA benefits. With the agreement now on thin ice, one chicken producer says it may be time to re-evaluate.

Companies allowed more harmful content on user’s feeds, knowing their algorithms ran on outrage, BBC hears.

More than 100 Labour MPs warn that failing to pass the legislation would undermine trust in politics.

National Language Summit commences on Monday at the Cape Town International Convention Centre

The Chief of the Army assured the nation that there will be no incidents of assaults by soldiers

This comes only two months after severe floods caused R10 billion in infrastructure damage.

Mbeki is facing scrutiny over his handling of TRC recommendations during his presidency.

The player’s departure shortly before midnight on Sunday leaves two of an initial seven squad members in Australia.

The war-torn country is battling to secure crucial funding from the IMF and EU, as well as putting up taxes.

Somalia became a key part of IS’s global network after fighters were driven out of strongholds in Syria and Iraq.

Eleven people were rescued overnight after a minibus taxi got stuck in rising floodwaters in Nairobi.

The move forms part of a broader process of returning cultural artefacts to African countries that started in 2017.‎

Partey is to appear at crown court next month, charged with raping a woman in December 2020.

Rwanda reappoint globetrotting Englishman Stephen Constantine as head coach of their men’s national team on a two-year contract.

The local authority said it was a “difficult decision” but other support would still be available

Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Monday, 16 March 2026.

Traditional investing is evolving, and more retail traders are looking for dynamic ways to enter global markets.

RMB presents Sustainability Talks: Episode 4.

The matter will sit in the High Court for the next two days.

Sergeant Fannie Nkosi, also known as Witness F, has linked General Shadrack Sibiya to Matlala

South Africa formally filed its application to the ICJ in October 2024.

Kubayi says the Constitution remains a foundation for future generations to continue the fight

Adriaan Wildschutt produced one of the best performances of his career to win the New York City Half Marathon title.

Ex-England striker Wayne Rooney praises Max Dowman’s record-breaking impact for Arsenal – but wonders if the 16-year-old might have to focus on his GCSEs for the rest of the season.

The Blitzboks clinched the Sevens Series title after securing a fourth tournament triumph in stunning fashion on Sunday.

Despite a third consecutive Wooden Spoon, there were highlights for Wales who finished the Six Nations with fresh hope and excitement.

Study shows average time on screens each day is 41 minutes, with some watching more than three hours a day

Three-quarters of nine-month-old babies in England are allowed daily screen time, while a small “heavy use” group watch more than three hours a day, according to a study.

Just 2% of the infants included in the research reportedly watched more than three hours a day, while the average...

Pausing the scrapping of existing qualifications was the right decision. But the wider battle over further education continues

The government’s granting of a stay of execution to popular courses including health and business studies BTecs, while alternatives are developed, is a victory for common sense. It should not have taken a years‑long campaign by the college sector to prevent the...

Cape Town represents South Africa on the recently released ‘World’s Best Cities’ list for 2026. Here’s how the Mother City ranked…

A R3,6 studio flat in Sea Point, Cape Town, has attracted backlash for its hefty price tag in relation to it’s lack of space and features…

The Springboks new anthem – ‘They Don’t Know What We Know’ – was originally created using AI, and now sung by vocalist Anslin Gysman.

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A total of 25 families and survivors of apartheid-era atrocities are taking part in the Khampepe Commission.

Analysts remain divided on the envoy’s approach.

The ANC looks to be in ‘panic’ mode, much as their spin doctors will deny it.

After sunset on 20 March, look up to catch the earthshine, when the unlit face of the moon will be faintly visible

Look west after sunset on 20 March and you will find a beautifully slender crescent moon in conjunction with the glorious beacon of Venus, low in the evening twilight.

Venus has been prominent in the dusky skies for several weeks now, outshining every star. On 20 March it will be...

MTN Group has swung from a loss to a profit as Nigeria and Ghana drove a 67% surge in earnings.

Prepaid woes and rising bad debts have dragged MTN South Africa’s earnings down, despite strong enterprise growth.

One of South Africa’s largest civil action groups is calling for the government to implement relief measures to offset next month’s enormous petrol price increase.

Women share their experiences of living with endometriosis so the condition can be better understood.

Iona Hall says her ovarian reserve is very low and freezing her eggs may preserve her fertility.