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Businessman Siyabonga Nkosi allegedly charged Eskom R50,000 for relays that cost between R180 and R450 each

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Jamie Varley is accused of the murder of 13-month-old Preston Davey, who he adopted.

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Championship clubs have turned down the chance to introduce a challenge system of VAR for the 2026-27 season.

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Formula One teams and stakeholders agreed unanimously on Monday to rule tweaks aimed at improving the racing and driver safety from the next race in Miami on May 3.

South Africa
The prosecutor said the accused is a flight risk as he has travelled to neighbouring countries.

South Africa
Accused number two in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial, Bongani Ntanzi is testifying before court.

South Africa
The two perished when flames engulfed their home in the early hours of Saturday.

South Africa
Mamabolo says about 80% of the readiness for the upcoming elections is concluded.

World
The impact is being felt by manufacturers, retailers and the digital sector, amid warnings it could get worse if the war resumes.

World
The EU’s top court finds that the reforms breached EU values on a number of levels and broke the founding values of the EU treaty.

World
The status of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s nuclear enrichment program are among the biggest obstacles to extending the truce, which expires Wednesday evening.

World
The ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is set to expire tomorrow. Peace talks between the countries remain uncertain. And, Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve faces a tough confirmation hearing today.

Africa
Allegations of a coup plot first surfaced in October 2025 when an Independence Day parade was cancelled.

Africa
The kidnappers raided his palace on Saturday and are believed to be holding him in a forest.

Africa
Fannie Masemola is accused of failing in his duties to provide proper oversight in his role.

Africa
At the 1972 Miss World contest, Cynthia Shange was one of two contestants from South Africa – one black and one white.
Business

Business
Stormont would have £3bn a year extra if they cut jobs, increased rates and introduced water charges.

Business
The consultancy Teneo says airspace restrictions caused by the conflict have forced airlines to reroute many flights.

Business
Property experts have reported that the property market in a small town is experiencing significant growth, driven by families of children attending prestigious schools in the town.

Politics
Gardee, opens case against top cops who are accused of interfering with his daughter’s murder case

Politics
City Manager Kagiso Lerutla faces charges of fraud, corruption, and defeating the ends of justice.

Politics
The tender relates to a R2.9 billion security contract.

Politics
The party says all conferences will be held no later than March next year.

Sport
India opener Abhishek Sharma hits the fifth-highest score in IPL history for Sunrisers Hyderabad against Delhi Capitals.

Sport
Nottingham Forest confirm Callum Hudson-Odoi will miss the rest of the season after having leg surgery.

Sport
Orlando Pirates are linked with Bohlale Ngwato, Siyanda Ndlovu and Ayabulela Maxwele as the club quietly prepares for a possible attacking rebuild.

Sport
Flyweight Rose Namajunas calls on the UFC to introduce sterner penalties on fighters for eye pokes, whether they are inflicted deliberately or not.
Education
[Liberian Investigator] – The Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center for Women and Development is moving forward with plans to build a continental women’s leadership campus in Monrovia, with its executive director declaring that Africa can no longer depend on Western spaces to shape its leadership future.
Education
[Capital FM] Nairobi — The Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) has warned the public against enrolling at Kisumu-based Northlands International Medical Training College, saying the institution is unaccredited and not authorised to offer nursing training programmes.
Education
At the annual meeting of the Organization of American Historians, scholars wrestled with what people want from national anniversaries — and whether historians can give it to them.

Education
Time Hoppers: The Silk Road is a time-travel adventure whose child heroes must save the legacy of Islamic scholars who shaped modern science. Its makers reveal their inspiration, and reflect on their success
‘Some people said it doesn’t exist – that it’s a fantasy.” So says Flordeliza Dayrit of the silk road, the vast network of trade routes that once connected Asia, Africa and Europe...
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
A man on a bicycle was breathalyzed in KZN during a weekend crackdown as officials warned that drunk riding is illegal too.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Through the lens: The Citizen’s Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.

Entertainment
Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 22 April 2026.

Entertainment
Shakshouka Bake is a delicious twist on the classic Middle Eastern dish, combining vibrant flavors and hearty ingredients in a convenient baked form.

Entertainment
The number of youths buying houses has declined from 72 000 in 2014 to 47 000 in 2025.

Science/Tech
A lawsuit from the Consumer Federation of America accuses Meta of misleading consumers about its efforts to combat scams advertisements on its platforms.

Science/Tech
The five new F1 watches recharge using sunlight and start at $1,950.
Science/Tech
The IEA says 2025 marked a turning point for global energy, with solar posting the largest growth ever seen for any energy source and helping carbon-free power outpace rising demand. The trend led the agency to declare that the world has entered the “Age of Electricity.” Ars Technica reports: The IEA report covers energy use, including the electrical grid, transportation, home heating, and...

Science/Tech
From calculators to simple daily beaters, these are my favorite Casio watches on sale today.
Motoring

Motoring
Mahindra has confirmed to TopAuto that it is looking to bring at least two electric cars to South Africa in the near future.
Motoring

Motoring
BMW and BMW Motorrad have unveiled ultra-exclusive new versions of the brand’s most popular performance cars and motorbikes.
Health
One of the nation’s largest insurers, the company’s profits were higher than analysts’ expectations but still fell short of showing a significant comeback.
Health
Volatile relationships, reckless impulsivity and an unstable identity are hallmarks of this misunderstood mental health condition.

Health
Staff say they have addressed concerns over staffing, equipment and learning from serious incidents.

Health
The mother of a physiotherapy graduate says she is heartbroken to see him working in Starbucks.