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The Western Cape boasts the highest employment retention rate in South Africa, while the Free State has the lowest.

The Conservative leader says her party has started to offer more than “reflexive” opposition to the government.

Communities are cautioned against outdoor activities near water sources.

Over one million candidates sat for the examinations, distributed among four assessment bodies.

Three cars near Ysterberg Mountain crashed leading to the N1 being closed

Initial joy among Venezuela’s diaspora in Chile has given way to caution, as questions grow over what Maduro’s capture means for the country — and for those who fled it.

A recent Israeli decision to bar Doctors Without Borders and other aid groups means international staff and aid can no longer enter Gaza or the West Bank. Local staff must rely on dwindling supplies and no international expertise.

A state of emergency has been declared in Victoria as thousands of firefighters battle the blaze.

Forward Bryan Mbeumo says Cameroon’s first-half performance cost them in the quarter-final defeat by Morocco at the Africa Cup of Nations.

The pair join other US celebrities reconnecting with their African heritage and taking up citizenship.

The US president made the comment after being asked if the Christmas Day strikes were part of a broader campaign.

Voters could propel a leader into a fifth decade in power or back a change candidate.

New smoking laws being processed by parliament could force tobacco brands to use standardised packaging. But there’s a big problem.

Discovery Health announced that it will cover the cost of a claims system error that resulted in the overpayment of certain Above Threshold Benefit (ATB) claims during 2025.

Leo Brent Bozell III has been sworn in as the US Ambassador-desigante to South Africa amid a strained relationship between the two nations.

As South Africa’s class of 2025 gets ready for their results to be published this week, the Public Servants Association (PSA) has warned matriculants to be wary of ‘bogus’ colleges and education groups.

The UAE is also a major investor in the South African economy across various sectors.

ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa says the party is not dying and will bounce back.

A nationwide campaign to rebuild every branch of the ANC will be undertaken in 2026, says Ramaphosa.

SACP’s Masuku has described the African National Congress as the leader of society.

Briton Eilish McColgan reclaims her women’s European 10km record by winning in Valencia in a time of 30 minutes seven seconds.

Bafana Bafana defender Thabo Moloisane has reportedly signed a pre-contract with Kaizer Chiefs. Who will he replace next season?

Kaizer Chiefs’ Football Manager Bobby Motaung says the club won’t make new signing this month despite growing pressure.

Mamelodi Sundowns’ underfire coach Miguel Cardoso has amped up reports of Pitso Mosimane’s return.

NASUWT says evidence growing that unregulated access affects behaviour in school and harms mental health

One of the UK’s biggest teaching unions has called on the government to ban social media for under-16s over concerns about mental health and concentration.

The Teachers’ Union (NASUWT) wants legislation to be tightened so big tech firms would face penalties for allowing children to access...

While most people expect smoking to be responsible for lung ageing, other everyday factors beyond this also pays a contributing role.

Desmond Scott publicly apologised to estranged wife, TikTok star Kristy Scott amid reports of alleged fidelity and divorce.

Prince Kaybee has praised Springbok captain Siya Kolisi’s relationship with Rachel John, who is a decade younger than him…

Rachel Kolisi, the former wife of Springbok captain Siya Kolisi, is showing off her luxury new set of wheels…

It is suspected that a tyre burst caused the minibus to overturn

After receiving information, police found a rocket launcher and military-grade explosives at the suspect’s house

The Lions edged the visitors from France 42-33 in a thrilling Challenge Cup match at Ellis Park on Saturday.

The forensic investigator said he has received threats against his life and is blaming KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi

Sony’s latest full frame mirrorless is a hybrid powerhouse with features to impress both video and still photographers.

The company previously sent communications to customers requesting them to repay its Discovery Health Medical Scheme.

Traditionally sleep coaches treat babies. But now more and more anxious, screen-attached grownups are the ones who need nursing.

The Nobel prize winner discusses claims of a ‘boys’ club’, Elon Musk’s fellowship and rightwing attacks on science

Paul Nurse is a turn up for the books. A Nobel prize-winning geneticist, former director of the Francis Crick Institute and erstwhile head of Rockefeller University in the US, his CV marks him out as one of this generation’s most eminent scientific figures.

But his presidency of...

I recently had what my surgeon described as “big surgery” on my right leg, and this was my experience getting back behind the wheel.

BYD has created a new sub-brand designed to appeal to the e-hailing industry.

Japan’s iconic bullet trains are a world-leading transport service.

A growing number of new cars sold in South Africa feature electric door handles, but the technology is facing global scrutiny over safety concerns.

Annette Bevan and friends set up the Maa Maas club for mums who want to play rugby.