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Cuba’s chronic fuel shortages have been exacerbated by a US blockade on oil shipments to the island.

Just 51% of the local road network in England and Wales is reported to be in good condition, research suggests.

The heavy downpours have wreaked havoc, with bridges collapsing and cutting off communities.

Els says the suspect’s badge indicates that he is a trained sniper.

He made the claims while being cross-examined by Advocate George Baloyi for the state.

About 30% of South African women in risky environments face mental illness during or after pregnancy

This is the latest in a series of measures undertaken by Asian countries which rely on oil from the Gulf.

The National Center for Learning Disabilities said it was “disturbed” by the president’s remarks.

A jury found that Kouri Richins killed her husband in March 2022 by poisoning him with a fentanyl-laced drink.

Afghanistan has accused Pakistan of targeting a hospital for drug users in the Afghan capital with an airstrike, marking a dramatic escalation of a conflict that began late last month. Pakistan has dismissed the accusation.

Some 50,000 people are told to flee their homes as the army warns of a huge military offensive in Jonglei state.

Fifa fines the Nigeria Football Federation and DR Congo Football Association for separate disciplinary breaches by supporters.

Some 1,000 Kenyans are believed to have recruited to fight in Ukraine – many say they were lured under false pretences.

Marius van der Merwe was shot dead three weeks after accusing police officers of killing a robbery suspect.

Using plastic in construction is cheap and easy, but some are trying to radically cut back its use.

There will also be additional checks on railcards during a trial to crack down on fraud.

It comes after the war in Iran caused mass disruption to flights across the Middle East and UAE.

The Chancellor tells the BBC she wants the “pattern to end” while also pledging closer ties with the EU

Former presidents are challenging Khampepe’s recusal refusal in court, over the next two days.

Another incident relates to O’Sullivan’s walkout without the express permission of the chairperson.

The screenshots related to pending SAPS payments to Matlala.

Ramaphosa said he asked Khampepe to step down after he found out her history, but she refused.

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

Bayern Munich rival Manchester United for Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson, Morgan Rogers could leave Aston Villa if they fail to make Champions League, Arsenal trio face uncertain future at the club, plus more.

National coach Steve Clarke says the Scottish FA “haven’t put an offer in front of me” as he nears the end of his current deal.

Brentford striker Igor Thiago and Bournemouth winger Rayan receive first call-ups to the Brazil squad for their friendlies with France and Croatia later this month.

Time is running out to find agreement on areas such as tuition fees EU citizens would pay in Britain and rules for food safety

The EU is hoping to urgently reboot talks on the “reset” of relations with the UK as negotiations are in danger of foundering before a planned July summit.

At a public meeting of the EU-UK parliamentary partnership assembly in Brussels, the European Commission...

Ze Nxumalo – the husband of former Miss SA Tamaryn Green – has been name-dropped in the Madlanga Commission…

Moe bad news for Mel and Peet Viljoen: ICE officials have detained the ‘Real Housewives’ couple, who allegedly overstayed their tourist visa.

Human Rights Day is a South African public holiday that is commemorated annually on 21 March and is related to the 1960 Sharpeville Massacre.

Reality TV star and astute businessman Lucky “SomK” Gumbi took over the kitchen as his wife, Zama Duma, cannot cook.

Wildschutt earned his first win at an international road race in New York at the weekend.

Thousands of university students face hunger as financial aid abuse and inequality leave many struggling to afford basic meals.

Authorities say the suspect allegedly planned and carried out the fatal shooting after the witness testified at the inquiry.

Ufrieda Ho’s death robs Johannesburg of a journalist who understood its chaos, beauty and promise, and told its stories.

Petrol and diesel prices are now expected to go up by between R4 and R7 per litre next month.

The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse is preparing to settle its case against Sanral’s collection of outstanding e-toll debts.

Panel beaters in South Africa are under severe strain.

BBC Health Correspondent Dominic Hughes explains the signs to look out for.