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Nigeria’s increasingly close relationship with France marks a departure from six decades of foreign policy aimed at reducing French influence in West Africa. An increasingly close relationship with a power that has long sought to undermine Nigerian influence in West Africa will benefit only politically connected business elites.

Armed bandits in northwest Nigeria abducted dozens of villagers whom they invited to a meeting about potential peace negotiations, authorities and residents said on Monday.

South Africa has a structural unemployment problem that is not primarily caused by increased labour migration.

South Africa has no shortage of graduates. It does, however, have a shortage of technicians, artisans, engineers, coders and other skilled workers. That contradiction lies at the heart of what BMW South Africa chief executive Peter van Binsbergen sees as one of the country’s biggest economic challenges. “There is a need for technical skills In […]

South Africa has deported more than 100-000 undocumented foreign nationals.

Specialised immigration courts, saying they will speed up deportation processes…

The capture in Utsunomiya comes as bear attacks have reached record levels across Japan.

Karim Khan denies all allegations of sexual misconduct and his lawyers say he rejects the decision in the strongest terms.

Crew members of the unladen tanker had sent distress messages saying the vessel was on fire and sinking.

For the first time since the start of a precarious ceasefire two months ago, Israel and Iran have traded missile strikes.

The decision weakens Rigathi Gachagua’s bid for the presidency, although his lawyers have vowed to challenge the ruling.

The migrant fishermen who waited nine years to give evidence about the company that exploited them.

Activists allege there is a plan to build a car park on protected land belonging to a wildlife sanctuary.

Malawi is among several African nations transporting their citizens out of the country following reports of violence against migrants.

He becomes Jersey’s youngest ever politician after campaigning heavily on the cost of living.

SpaceX is preparing for a stock market debut that could transform the company, the wider market and Elon Musk’s fortune.

PSC says public servants may not attend political party study groups outside government processes.

The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation welcomes President’s 5 point plan on illegal immigration…

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry continues its public hearings into allegations of criminality.

The AG flagged unfunded budgets and unauthorised expenditure at COJ.

The end of a chapter.

Exciting transfer news emerging from the champs.

Bafana Bafana’s 2010 World Cup opener against Mexico is remembered for Tshabalala’s iconic goal, but it is also a match filled with regrets.

As the Springboks head towards the 2026 season, one player in particular has quietly discovered the best form of his career.

There are more than one million young carers in the UK – with an average age of 12 – which is the equivalent of two kids in every school class. Do they feel supported? In Walthamstow, east London, we meet a group of carers as they are collected for a rare night off that brings a sense of community and a glimpse of fun for a few hours every few weeks. It’s hosted by Satvinder, a tenacious...

There are more than one million young carers in the UK – with an average age of 12 – which is the equivalent of two kids in every school class. Do they feel supported? In Walthamstow, east London, we meet a group of carers as they are collected for a rare night off that brings a sense of community and a glimpse of fun for a few hours every few weeks. It’s hosted by Satvinder, a...

Backed by a mix of private and public finance, Huddersfield and Manchester are among many in the academic sector helping to create jobs and growth

Huddersfield might appear an unlikely setting for a thriving health research complex. The West Yorkshire town is best known for its manufacturing heritage, but has quickly become a honey pot for private sector businesses keen to collaborate with the...

32-year-old Ariana Grande and 34-year-old Ethan Slater divorced their spouses to be together.

No soft life in the US: Mel Viljoen has issued a warning to Afrikaner refugee applicants, citing the experiences of those living in the US…

M2 xDrive has been approved for South Africa from the fourth quarter of the year.

Shabnim Ismail, Dané van Niekerk and Marizanne Kapp are fit and ready to give the Proteas a boost in experience at the Women’s T20 World Cup.

A Bureau de Change… but for beers, returns as football fans prepare for one of the biggest travel seasons in recent memory.

The income tax return filing period will begin on 1 July 2026 and end on 22 January 2027.

The state’s outbreak means adapting to America’s new reality, in which vaccine-preventable diseases become common again.

New research finds that in the six months after Meta relaxed rules in the name of free speech, violent threats against lawmakers—including President Donald Trump—surged on Facebook.

Use this WIRED-exclusive coupon code to get the best deal on this high-design machine and biodegradable pods.

Contactable CEO Shaun Strydom argues telecoms operators, not banks, will drive digital identity adoption.

Raptor? Shark? Who cares. There is no way consumers will be able to ignore this new Navara from Nissan.

MotoGP star struggles for form in his desperate bid to secure a ride for 2027.

Kimberley Wilson gives tips on how to manage your emotions.

A third of the weight loss from obesity jabs can come from muscle, say experts.

Denmark’s team doctor said an ICD implanted into Eriksen’s chest responded as it should.