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Conflict has spread across the Middle East since the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran on 28 February.

Airlines are grappling with soaring jet fuel prices as the US-Israeli war on Iran has caused a supply shortage, leaving consumers facing surcharges and airlines struggling to manage volatile costs as the fuel becomes scarcer.

Leicester forward Alisha Lehmann is the most-followed female footballer in the world and says she has learned to cope.

The South African Weather Service has warned of inclement weather with showers and thundershowers.

Two weeks ago, the rescue team retrieved one miner.

This after provincial deputy SAPS commissioner, Major-Gen. Patrick Asaneng was found guilty of fruad

A fraud case has been opened against a Limpopo scammer

More than 10 million people are enduring power cuts after Cuba’s national electrical grid collapsed again.

Cuba’s power grid collapsed Saturday leaving the country without electricity for a third time in March as the communist government battles with a decaying infrastructure and a U.S.-imposed oil blockade.

Another total failure of its power grid underlines Cuba’s hardship under a US-imposed fuel blockade.

Saadia Mosbah campaigned for migrants, particularly after President Kais Saied said they posed a demographic threat to the country.

Caf executive committee member Augustin Senghor says the decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 Afcon title is “unacceptable, abject and we have to denounce it”.

Aid groups and MPs have raised concerns over the move to prioritise defence spending over aid.

The deal came as part of the president’s state visit to the UK – the first by a west African leader in 37 years.

The 2026 national budget introduced several tax adjustments that have direct implications for foreign nationals who own property in South Africa.

New research from the University of Cape Town (UCT) shows that 514 companies have left the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) since 1989, and that companies are increasingly choosing to delist.

Julius Malema says he has no ties with Brown Mogotsi-linked Feroz Khan

ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula says the party will keep a close eye on the US ambassador.

Zuma’s remarks focused on the need for unity between the two parties, but Malema begs to differ

The party held a Sharpeville massacre commemoration event at the Dlomo Dam.

Frank Lampard hopes Matt Grimes’ “very classy” decision not to celebrate his goal against Swansea City will end the boos when the midfielder faces his old club.

LeBron James sets the record for the most regular-season games played in NBA history as he helps the Los Angeles Lakers to a dramatic buzzer-beating 105-104 victory against the Orlando Magic in his 1,612th outing.

Ryan Woodman aims to shine for Dragons to earn a first Wales cap after being called up for the Six Nations.

Betway Premiership title chasers Orlando Pirates return to action to battle TS Galaxy away at the Mbombela Stadium. It’s been confirmed the SABC crew have made the trip.

Those planning for uni in England and Wales this autumn can apply for student loans from Monday. Here are the options for families worried about debt

Our child is heading to university soon – should we try to pay their tuition fees upfront so they are not saddled with a debt for decades?

Our child is a recent graduate and their student loan debt is ballooning – should we help pay off some or...

SA gambling addiction surges as government eyes new taxes, but betting firms warn stricter levies could backfire…

‘Real Housewives’ stars Beverly Steyn and Nonku Williams in court battle over unpaid R125 000 loan. Here’s what we know…

Despite being in police custody, notorious celebrity blogger Musa Khawula has laughed off another death hoax…

Family reunion? Doja Cat’s ‘deadbeat dad’. Dumisani Dlamini was seen at her first-ever concert in South Africa….

Every Munster attack ended in a knock-on or turnover as the Sharks won seven tries to none.

Tyrone Power said Gayton McKenzie is not involved in the investigation to find Joshlin Smith, but merely gave him money to cover travel and accommodation costs

Stylish compact crossover SUV is one you buy with your heart and not your head.

The launch of “Xoli” adds to the technological efforts promoted by the federal government to turn the 2026 World Cup into an engine of development for the entire country.

Most South Africans purchase their cars on a finance plan, which can easily add over R100,000 to the vehicle’s original purchase price by the time their contract ends.

The Fuels Industry Association of South Africa has warned motorists not to panic-buy petrol and cause the very shortages people are worried about.

Gen Z and Millennial car buyers are more likely to buy than previous generations.

South Africans can look forward to six new bakkies this year, ranging from a luxurious double cab to two diesel plug-in hybrids.

Sofii Lewis was diagnosed with postpartum psychosis tendencies and OCD after giving birth.

BBC Health reporter Smitha Mundasad answers your questions on meningitis B

The outbreak, which has killed two people, is thought to have originated at a Canterbury nightclub.