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Opposition parties scramble to unite behind a candidate to chair Phala Phala committee

This country has had only four WBC world champions – Thulani “Sugarboy” Malinga, Dingaan “The Rose of Soweto” Thobela, Lerena and Siyakholwas “One Way” Kuse.

Ntethelelo “Baby G” Nkosi has dismissed as being untrue allegations that the good money he earned in the WBC Grand Prix Series in Saudi Arabia last year got him twisted.

Educational psychologist Rivendri Govender says the period “comes with high pressure, uncertainty, and expectations all at once”.

Five men are on trial for the 2014 murder of the late Bafana Bafana captain Senzo Meyiwa.

At AI Everything Kenya x GITEX Kenya, which took place from 19–21 May, global cybersecurity company Kaspersky highlighted the current threat landscape in Kenya and the wider East Africa region, warning that the rapid development and adoption of artificial intelligence is creating new opportunities for innovation while simultaneously introducing new cyber risks for businesses and individual...

South Africa’s revised National AI Policy is expected to reach Cabinet by November 2026 and open for public comment in January 2027, according to the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies, setting out a clear timeline for the rebuilding of a process that collapsed earlier this year amid an AI-generated citation scandal. Jeanette Morwane, acting […]

Five artist-engineer teams have presented work from the Artificial Intelligence and African Music project in a day-long showcase at the University of the Witwatersrand, demonstrating how African musical creativity can shape the future of AI on the continent. The Wits Innovation Centre, in partnership with the Machine Intelligence and Neural Discovery Institute at Wits University, […]

A huge crowd of supporters gathered peacefully near the Eiffel Tower on Sunday to celebrate Paris Saint-Germain’s victory, which was marred by violent clashes overnight that led police to detain hundreds of people.

Fans set a new world record for the largest gathering of people dressed as Marilyn Monroe to celebrate what would have been the legendary actress’ centenary.

Tough-on-crime outsider Aberaldo de la Espriella took the lead in Colombia’s presidential race on Sunday night, setting up a runoff with Iván Cepeda, an ally of outgoing President Gustavo Petro.

The U.S. military says it bombed Iranian radar and drone control sites in Iran after Tehran shot down an American MQ-1 Predator drone this weekend. Kuwait said its air defenses opened fire on Monday.

Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar’s kidnapping highlights continuing security challenges facing parts of the country.

According to media reports, the team’s departure for Mexico on Sunday has been delayed due to an “administrative bungle”.

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s party is expected to dominate the election as conflicts overshadow the vote.

A 50-bed isolation unit in Kenya for US citizens was due to open on Friday, a US official said.

Tiger Brands is selling the Beacon brand, with the group rapidly reducing its exposure to chocolate.

The debate over the merits of non-combustible alternatives to cigarettes in helping smokers to quit and reduce their health risks has increasingly focused on concerns relating to youth and non-smokers’ uptake, both of which are important public health considerations.

SPAR Group’s share price plunged 15% in a single day after issuing a trading statement warning of a sharp decline in earnings.

Two new witnesses are expected to take the stand at the Madlanga Commission.

The conference condemned outsourcing, supports legislation that keeps things local: SACP’s Mapaila

The Madlanga Commission returns to the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College following a two-week recess

PAC says unemployment and poverty are SA’s biggest challenge

Guillermo Ochoa hopes to play in a record sixth World Cup after being named in Mexico’s squad for this summer’s tournament.

Sunderland forward Nilson Angulo is included in Ecuador’s World Cup squad.

Monaghan manager Gabriel Bannigan praises his side’s character and spirit during their narrow 1-24 to 2-20 All-Ireland SFC first-round defeat against Mayo at Clones.

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The Iranian Embassy in SA has accused the US of attempting to sabotage the visa process of Bafana players en route to the FIFA World Cup.

Callum Turner and Dua Lipa are a picture of ‘happily-ever-after’ after getting married in London this weekend.

You all know about the ‘Big Five’ animals. But did you know that South Africa is also home to the ‘Little Five’? Take a look…

“The good feelings with that victory, I think it’s more important for the environment than for us,” said Pochettino.

One suspect was found in possession of an unlicensed firearm believed to have been used in the commission of the crime.

During the previous ‘up’ run in 2024, spectators were stuck in traffic for hours trying to get to the finish at Scottsville Racecourse.

Vox explains why connectivity isn’t just a line anymore and has become the backbone of your business.

Nearly half of young South Africans are locked out of formal work. Youth unemployment is now 45.8%, and for many entering the job market is not an option. Instead, many of them build their own business, increasingly with income streams that are diversified beyond South Africa’s borders. A designer in Johannesburg could invoice clients in […]

Each of the 9 068 hijackings of trucks between January 2021 and December 2025 involved a living, breathing driver as much as the billions in cargo that were targeted. Despite massive rollouts of innovative systems and tech to track, monitor and secure assets, we haven’t really moved the needle in 5 years. South Africa’s almost […]

Women tell the BBC presenter how endometriosis affects their lives, as she challenges ministers to take action.

BBC Panorama has seen documents and spoken to former midwives from Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust.

Sudden cardiac death can happen without warning, and it’s not just a problem for sporty young men, say experts.

Rochelle Lewis is among more than 170 million woman globally to be diagnosed with PCOS.