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Organised labour says International Workers’ Day on Friday comes at a time when workers are “drowning under a deepening cost of living crisis” in South Africa.

Burnley head coach Scott Parker leaves the club following talks with the club’s hierarchy.

Pro-Palestinian activists say 22 boats carrying aid for Gaza were illegally intercepted in international waters near the Greek island.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced the extension of the fuel levy relief into May.

Judgment on the bail application of ‘Shebe Maburna’ expected in the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court.

Acting Police Commissioner Puleng Dimpane addressed Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Police.

The M7 Durban Bound was closed for hours whilst emergency personnel worked on the scene.

In southern Lebanon, towns near the border with Israel have been largely destroyed by Israeli demolitions and strikes. Israel says it has been attacking Hezbollah infrastructure, but civilian infrastructure has also been significantly affected.

President Trump said he talked to Russian President Putin Wednesday about the wars in Ukraine and Iran.

Activists sailing on dozens of boats attempting to break Israel’s blockade of the Gaza Strip to deliver aid say Israeli forces intercepted them, detaining the crews while the flotilla was sailing near the Greek island of Crete.

President Trump suggested he could soon reduce the U.S. military presence in Germany as he continues to feud with Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the U.S-Israel war against Iran.

Malagasy prosecuters used a Whatsapp group as evidence for the detained individuals alleged crimes.

Botswana’s Collen Kebinatshipi urges African federations to offer better support for athletes amid concerns of a talent drain from the continent.

The 28-year-old was arrested in February after a man had been shot at his home in Johannesburg.

Last weekend’s attacks came as the Africa Corps withdrew from a key base in northern Mali.

The South African Geographical Names Council says the renaming of cities, towns and other features in the country is too slow—and new laws should accelerate the process.

Whitbread says it will also remodel its 197 hotel restaurants as part of a five-year savings plan.

A major legal showdown over the National Health Insurance Act will take place next week, the outcome of which could alter the course of the scheme completely.

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a level four and six warning of severe storms for several parts of South Africa. 

President Ramaphosa meets leaders from all three govt spheres in Boksburg.

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Cases Inquiry is chaired by Justice Sisi Khampepe.

The Suspended TMPD Dir for Asset Protection will continue testimony on a multi-million-rand tender

The Presidential Coordinating Council will be held in Boksburg, on the East Rand on Thursday morning

Mamelodi Sundowns returned to the top of the Betway Premiership log with victory over Polokwane City, while Kaizer Chiefs suffered a defeat to Siwelele FC.

A disappointing loss has sparked tough criticism, with questions now being asked about Kaizer Chiefs’ direction.

Manager Marc Skinner says he has “no doubts” that he remains the best man for the job at Manchester United, despite criticism from fans.

There was a hero’s welcome for new marathon world record holder Sabastian Sawe as he returned to Kenya on Thursday.

Meta and its subcontractor disagree over why over 1000 Kenya-based workers were made redundant.

Another win: The Garden Route has made the Top 10 list of the world’s most Instagrammable road trip destinations…

Have you ever dreamed of owning a town? Look no further than Middelpos, a Karoo-cut gem located in the Northern Cape.

A young mother in the Western Cape reveals how the SRD grant falls short of covering basic needs for her household.

American Uber users have a new feature that allows them to book a hotel room directly from its app.

The former president’s son has publicly apologised for damaging his father’s name and the country’s reputation

A handful of first-choice stars are missing from the national squad.

Reports suggest the scuffle started when the Pirates security personnel moved to block a Chiefs official from performing a pre-match ‘ritual’ on the turf.

Cape Town start-up Shiprazor has raised R44-million, led by Norrsken22, to expand its courier network and AI tools.

Data tool could help NHS prioritise who gets access to limited weight-loss medication, say scientists

A new tool that can shed light on who is most at risk of obesity-related diseases could help identify people who would benefit most from weight-loss medications, researchers have said.

Recent data suggests about two-thirds of adults in England are overweight or obese – a situation that has...

Jetour has announced that it plans to produce its T-Series SUVs at Chery’s new factory in South Africa.

Mercedes-Benz expects a stronger second half of the year even as it slashes global production by 10% to cut costs.

Ministers say the new law in England gives power to local people who want to help others.

A new scan technique could spot areas of endometriosis missed by conventional scans, scientists say.

The case, which opened in the High Court on Wednesday, originally involved 3,000 claimants and is set to become the largest product liability case in UK history.

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