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Lion attack leaves Mpumalanga farmer traumatised [video]
Lion attack survivor in Mpumalanga recounts the moment a roaming predator mauled him near his cattle herd.
WEDNESDAY, 27 MAY 2026, 12:52

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Lion attack survivor in Mpumalanga recounts the moment a roaming predator mauled him near his cattle herd.
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The Treasury inquiry is looking at student loan plans in England and whether repayment terms are “reasonable”.
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The many debates about the proposed new history curriculum indicate that even after 32 years of democracy we are still searching for an appropriate curriculum.

South Africa
A two-week scholar transport strike in the Ngqushwa Local Municipality has disrupted classes.

South Africa
SAMED and Gauteng Department of Health set to engage on outstanding payments on Wednesday

South Africa
IEC launched its communications campaign for the Local Government Elections (LGE) on Wednesday.

South Africa
Lawyer for Lekompo musician Shebe, appeals court failed to properly consider new facts.

World
Klette was finally caught in a flat in Berlin in 2024 after more than 30 years on the run and put on trial last year.

World
Singh is facing industry backlash over his decision to exit from the upcoming Bollywood film Don 3.

World
President Trump will meet with his Cabinet on Wednesday at a precarious moment for talks aimed at ending the war with Iran. The emerging deal has already exposed the president to fierce criticism.

World
It follows recent protests against illegal immigration that have led to fears there could be a resurgence in xenophobic violence.

Africa
Eswatini has signed a $300 million agreement with Taiwan to build a massive strategic oil reserve but the project is raising difficult questions in a country battling deepening poverty, soaring unemployment and allegations of elite enrichment

Africa
Cyril Ramaphosa argues that the authors of the report “misconceived” their mandate.

Africa
The United Arab Emirates has denied any involvement in the civil war and says it investigates alleged links.

Africa
DR Congo fans hoping to watch their side’s return to the World Cup face a major hurdle as the US imposes travel restrictions following the latest Ebola outbreak.

Business
The Department of Employment and Labour (DEL) has gazetted its intention to table the Employment Services Amendment Bill in the National Assembly shortly.
Business

Business
Johann Rupert’s Reinet Investments is mostly made up of cash, which accounts for over 80% of the company’s Net Asset Value.

Business
Telkom expects a large rise in headline earnings, but accounting rules complicate the picture for basic earnings.

Politics
The decisions follows the working committee’s meeting on monday where it resolved that Tolashe should resign as an MP and the president of the ANC’s woman league

Politics
The Electoral Commission launched its formal communication campaign for the elections on Wednesday.

Politics
President Cyril Ramaphosa has filed court papers to review the Section 89 Independent Panel Report.

Politics
Secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has warned senior ANC veterans, including Thabo Mbeki, against publicly criticising the party, while defending the ANC’s record during Jacob Zuma’s presidency and asserting his authority at Luthuli House

Sport
SA Rugby has announced a unique Springbok kit initiative for the team’s season-opener against the Barbarians.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs are preparing for a major rebuild ahead of the new season, with several senior players facing uncertain futures.

Sport
Former county cricketer Roman Walker, who once took the wicket of Virat Kohli, has taken up darts since leaving Leicestershire last year

Sport
The Stormers, Lions and Bulls will all be involved in URC quarter-finals this weekend, and these are the appointed match officials.
Education
[GroundUp] The state is using the public works programme to avoid paying them the national minimum wage
Education
[Daily Maverick] The Government of National Unity defends a R149-billion higher education budget while facing sharp criticism from opposition parties over NSFAS failures and pressing student issues.
Education
[GroundUp] Parents of learners at KwaZulu-Natal school demand more action
Education
[L’Express] We wish to bring attention to the lived reality of supply teachers in Mauritius – a group that plays a crucial role in keeping schools functioning every single day, yet continues to face serious structural inequalities. Supply teachers are expected to fully perform as classroom teachers, yet under very different conditions. This raises important questions that deserve the Ministry...
Lifestyle
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Lifestyle
In less than two years, SASSA minister Sisisi Tolashe has been sent packing. Who was looking after the interests of SA’s grant beneficiaries all this time?

Entertainment
Under the Immigration Act, those found to have overstayed their visit will be banned from South Africa.

Entertainment
The DA says it is concerned about the lack of integrity among individual members of Johannesburg’s mayoral committee.

Entertainment
‘This is the lowest real salary level in two years.’

Entertainment
New entry-level model keeps the same engine but cuts spec to keep price down.

Science/Tech
Ofcom said Youngtek Solutions Ltd did not have checks between July and September 2025, but has since brought in verification.

Science/Tech
The Universal Real-World Asset (uRWA) standard is now specification-frozen and ready for production adoption across Ethereum and EVM-compatible networks ERC-7943, the Universal Real-World Asset (uRWA) standard, has reached Final status within Ethereum’s formal standards process. The specification is now frozen – with its interface, error definitions, event signatures, and behavioral...

Science/Tech
Corsair unites Stream Deck functionality with Drop keyboard design expertise on its latest Galleon SD 100.

Science/Tech
The email instructs workers to report behavior that predates Donald Trump’s second inauguration. One employee tells WIRED it felt like a “reminder to narc on your coworkers.”
Motoring
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Health
The BBC’s Ellie Colton shares her experience of living with endometriosis – and meets a scientist hoping to cut the length of time it takes to be diagnosed with a simple new test.
Health
In past outbreaks, Americans exposed to the virus were sent home to be treated in state-of-the-art facilities. The Trump administration has already flown some U.S. citizens to Europe for treatment.

Health
Mental health patients say nobody listened to their concerns about a north-east England trust.
Health
The drugmaker said it would spend up to $4 billion to acquire small companies exploring vaccines for shingles, Epstein-Barr virus and other pathogens.