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Economist Dawie Roodt argues that state capture persists through an overpaid civil service and politically connected tenderpreneurs, who consume a large share of government spending without improving service delivery.

The ANC in Johannesburg has taken a decision to recall Dada Morero as the city’s mayor.

The turbulence surrounding the departure of African Bank CEO Kennedy Bungane, the third under board chair Thabo Dloti, has raised questions about goings-on in the lender’s boardroom.

There is no friction between the defence force and the police, say top brass

Marius van der Merwe known as Witness D at Madlanga Commission was killed in December last year.

Mshengu says Mchunu intends to write to ANC’s secretary-general Fikile Mbalula on his decision.

More than 500 troops have been deployed across Gauteng to support police operations

The event recognises the hard work of industry professionals both in front of and behind the camera.

Volodymyr Zelensky cast concern over the supply of air-defence missiles after a heavy overnight attack kills at least five.

The man who attacked a synagogue in Michigan lost family members in an Israeli strike in Lebanon. Relatives and neighbors in his hometown share their views on his actions.

NPR’s Jane Arraf reports on developments in the war in the Middle East.

Four of seven members of the women’s football delegation who originally sought to stay in Australia have now chosen to return home.

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

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

Biniam Solomon was known for his witty and critical cartoons before the free press was closed.

Ramadan and Lent haven’t overlapped since 1993 and couples like Olanrewaju and Kaosara in Nigeria are observing them together.

Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Sunday, 15 March 2026.

Criminal syndicates are increasingly targeting South Africans during everyday activities such as visiting shopping malls, commuting, or collecting children from school.

Trump says he hopes China, France, Japan and South Korea will also send ships to defend the key oil shipping route.

An ultra-luxury retail concept that began at a petrol station forecourt is rapidly expanding across South Africa.

Lekota broke away from the African National Congress to form COPE

The Democratic Alliance has set its target on winning key municipalities such as Umhlathuze

Mosiuoa Lekota passed away last week aged 77 at a Johannesburg hospital after a long illness.

Mashatile delivered the eulogy at Lekota’s funeral service at the Grey Sports Ground in Bloemfontein

Exciting Kaizer Chiefs winger Asanele Velebayi has admitted what many Amakhosi supporters have already noticed: the final product still needs to arrive.

France edge out England with the last kick of the game in a sensational 13-try decider, to secure back-to-back Six Nations titles at the Stade de France.

Match of the Day pundit Joe Hart explains how Newcastle were able to take advantage of Chelsea playing Reece James in midfield instead of his usual right-back position.

England head coach Steve Borthwick says his side is “bitterly disappointed” in the last few weeks of the Six Nations with his side winning only one out of five games.

Education secretary has claimed lawyers’ criticisms of her department’s policy changes are motivated by profit

Lawyers have been accused of exploiting parents of children with special needs by the education secretary, Bridget Phillipson, who claimed their criticisms of the government’s policy changes were motivated by profit.

Speaking at the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL)...

Not only are SASSA Children’s Grants for Easter 2026 less than projected, but there’s growing confusion over when they’ll actually be paid …

Model Sarah Langa and flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu are back together after a reported brief split. Take a look…

Despite being divorced for over a decade, the late Soli Philander praised his ex wife, Toni, on his death bed…

US police have released bodycam footage of the shoplifting arrest of ‘Real Housewives’ couple, Mel and Peet Viljoen…

Australia will face Fiji in the first semi-final on Sunday (6:28pm SA time) with Argentina up against the Blitzboks (6:50pm SA time).

What is it exactly that the army is meant to achieve with this deployment and why do we need the army to achieve it?

France claimed the Six Nations with last gasp Thomas Ramos penalty.

Increased GS competence all round thanks to a new boxer engine and suspension, with significantly reduced weight.

2025 represented an exceptional year for pre-owned vehicle sales.

South Africa could be facing massive petrol price hikes next month due to the conflict in the Middle East, making it more important than ever for motorists to conserve fuel.

The Toyota Corolla Cross is by far the most popular car in one of South Africa’s fastest-growing segments.