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The Matlosana City Council will meet on Thursday to discuss a damning disciplinary report, seen by Newsday, on corruption-accused Chief Financial Officer Mercy Phetla.

The five men accused of killing soccer star Senzo Meyiwa in 2014 are back in the dock at the Pretoria high court on Tuesday.

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he had a “very good” telephone call with Nato secretary-general Mark Rutte concerning Greenland.

Authorities say the twisted train wreckage makes it difficult to recover people trapped inside.

Earlier reports said 14 learners died in the minibus-taxi crash in Vanderbijlpark.

Western Cape police have condemned the killing of six people in Ndabeni and Kensington.

Tension is high as the World Economic Forum in Davos opens and President Trump threatens Europe over Greenland.

The coastal corridor from Lagos to Abidjan is shaping into a West African megalopolis. Starting in Lagos, Nigeria, we navigate the chaos, the checkpoints, and the road that could change it all.

Kasali Akangbe Ogun, who came from a long line of wood carvers and wanted to preserve local traditions, has been buried following his death after a brief illness.

Senegalese fans celebrate their team’s victory at the Africa Cup of Nations.

Police say armed gangs burst into the two churches in Kurmin Wali, Kaduna state, during Sunday service.

The Ethiopian Orthodox festival of Timket, or Epiphany, commemorates the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan.

South Africa’s Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture has signed an agreement with FIFA to establish a regional office in Johannesburg.

Energy expert Chris Yelland has warned that legal challenges loom over Eskom’s threat to cut off unregistered home solar users.

Official figures show that the pace of private sector wage growth slowed to the lowest rate in five years.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has significantly raised South Africa’s 2025 growth forecast, following a surprising year of resilience for the country.

McBride’s testimony is expected to focus on his role in some of the most contentious investigations.

Khumalo turned himself in at Katlehong police over assault claim by suspected drug dealer.

Mogotsi has raised concerns about his legal representation and personal security.

Xolani Khumalo and his co-accused hands themselves at the Katlehong police station in Ekurhuleni

‘I could feel the pain but we were fighting for three points,’ says Saleng as he opens up on his injury struggles after joining Sundowns.

The Detroit Pistons hold on to beat the Boston Celtics 104-103 in a game between the Eastern Conference’s top two teams on Martin Luther King Jr Day.

With the top three in the Premier League pulling away, could fifth be enough for Champions League football again?

Andy Farrell will name his Ireland squad for the Six Nations squad on Wednesday but a number of the usual contenders are struggling for form, fitness or both.

Many seasoned visitors to Newlands Spring were caught off guard when they arrived at the water collection point on Monday to find it closed.

Marissa Springer, the model seen kissing Desmond Scott in a viral clip clears air on cheating speculation and addresses transgender rumours.

The SPCA had their work cut out for them as they rescued these neglected fish from a Fish Hoek swimming pool-turned-cesspool.

When it comes to awarding title deeds as a type of land reform on communal/informal properties, a prominent bank chairman is all-in …

The Joburg side will face the Paarl Royals again in an eliminator clash in Centurion on Thursday.

Former IPID head, Robert McBride is expected to testify in front of parliaments Ad Hoc committee over alleged police corruption.

Takealot has dozens of positions available in various fields ranging from software engineering and development to marketing and sales.

Chinese vehicle brands are no longer just disrupting South Africa’s new-car market.

Volvo Cars redefines the relationship between driver and machine with the launch of the new, fully electric EX60. This mid-size SUV, set for global reveal tomorrow is the first Volvo capable of natural, conversational interaction, establishing it as the brand’s most intelligent and technologically advanced car to date. At its core is a revolutionary integration: […]

The data centre provider bolsters its executive management team on the back of continued growth momentum.

Omoda has confirmed that it plans to launch a hybrid version of the affordable C5 crossover in South Africa this year.

Parliament has endorsed Transport Minister Creecy’s proposal to scrap South Africa’s legal drink-driving limit, calling for the changes to be implemented before Easter.

People carriers are a popular feature on South Africa’s roads, offering motorists affordable practicality.

Sub-R300,000 models are one of the most popular segments in South Africa’s car market.

How the third Monday of January came to be known as the most depressing day of the year.

Bosses, in a post to staff, say in hindsight, it was not a good use of charitable funds.

A pilot scheme is rolled out in the north of the Isle of Man by the public health directorate.

The myth of ‘the most depressing day of the year’ won’t die – but does it actually do any harm?