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A FIFA ticket glitch saw lucky football fans secure World Cup 2026 seats for free, but now the governing body is demanding they pay up.

Actor Tauné Block is excited to sink her teeth into her villian era as Dr Loren Blue shakes things up on daily drama Skeem Saam

Fondly known in boxing circles as Lonki, Witbooi hones the skills of newly crowned WBC International bantamweight champion Sharadene “Shinzo” Fortuin.

It is not only former Cosatu boss Zwelinzima Vavi and EFF leader Julius Malema who have lived to regret their blind support for MK Party president Jacob Zuma.

SANParks says more than 300 indigenous trees have been planted in Newlands Forest…

The Presidency has hailed the treatment as a major breakthrough in the fight against HIV.

The Kouga Municipality is warning residents to stay put amid rising water levels

President Ramaphosa has been engaging his Kenyan counterpart William Ruto on various issues.

The insect, which has been found in America for the first time since 1966, is a growing concern in the southern US.

Swampy mangrove forests are staging a surprise comeback – which is good news for coastal communities and the climate.

The K-pop band say accepting their flaws and embracing humour took them to a new level of success.

It could take weeks – or even a month – before we know who won elections in California and Los Angeles.

At the centre of it is London mining investor INIHC’s arbitration battle over the billion-dollar Black Volta gold project

The opposition has called for protests after the president’s term in office was extended by a year.

A fifth man was discharged and acquitted by the court due to insufficient evidence against him.

With a record 10 African sides in action at the 2026 World Cup, BBC Sport Africa picks out some of the players to watch from the continent.

Micro dramas have surged in popularity, but drawn criticism for often sensationalist content.

The charity says it is facing “an exceptionally challenging trading environment”.

The president is directing money into coal as the Iran war drives up energy costs for Americans.

Jackie Jantos says loneliness and lack of confidence were challenges for young adults looking for relationships.

Last week, the Evidence leader indicated adverse findings against Mchunu.

Kenyan President William Ruto’s state visit highlights the tension shaping South Africa’s relations with the continent, along with other barriers to interregional trade

The uMkhonto weSizwe party says it will contest all municipal wards in the 2026 local elections.

South Africans had surrendered certain areas because of illegal immigrants, party secretary-general Sibonelo Nomvalo said

Orlando Pirates are set to bank R51.2 Million from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after supplying eight players to Bafana Bafana’s squad.

Colombian pop star Shakira will perform her official song for the 2026 World Cup at the competition’s opening ceremony in Mexico.

Switzerland forward Breel Embolo has his Esta authorisation approved and can travel to the United States to join up with the rest of his team-mates as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup.

Glamorgan record a Vitality Blast double over holders Somerset with a thrilling four-wicket win off the last ball at the Cooper Associates Ground, Taunton.

Naomi Gleit has weathered many controversies at Meta, but remains in what she tells the BBC is her “dream job”.

Tyla joins FIFA’s official World Cup 2026 album, featuring global music stars from across continents and genres.

Mpho Maboi- the ex-wife of retired Bafana player Reneilwe ‘Yeye’ Letsholonyane – clapped back at speculation over their divorce.

Meet Princess Zulu, the drop-dead gorgeous partner of the award-winning music sensation Okmalumkoolkat.

Volunteers clear weeds at East Rand Lifeline as new board tackles debt, zero mental health funding, and rising suicide crisis.

Shibiri’s dismissal was recommended by a disciplinary hearing for bringing the South African Police Service (Saps) into disrepute

‘Any form of violence, intimidation, abuse, or disorderly conduct on a court premises is strongly condemned’

Sadag receives up to 3 000 calls daily as 23 South Africans die by suicide and 400 attempt it every day.

Instead of throwing away byproducts of food processing, fermentation is making them valuable.

The shift marks a significant rise over the last five years, but experts say there is no single, clear explanation for the increase.

Cambridge scientists say they have, for the first time, tested a vaccine designed by AI.