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Starmer criticises Trump over Iran strikes, as he defends UK position
The PM told MPs that Trump had expressed his disagreement with the decision not to get involved in the initial strikes.
MONDAY, 02 MARCH 2026, 20:01

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The PM told MPs that Trump had expressed his disagreement with the decision not to get involved in the initial strikes.

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Multiple breaches of health and safety regulations discovered during raid

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Old law from 1938 allows for assistance, but only under strict conditions

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The national health director-general, Sandile Buthelezi, is embroiled in a scandal involving the improper accreditation of Ithani Amen LTD, a firm registered just eight days before its approval to oversee a disciplinary hearing. The firm, represented by Nokuzola Mafunda, opened its bank account a day after approval and was paid from Global fund grants meant for Covid-19 response, despite...

South Africa
The residents have since resorted to protesting, closing entries in and out of the village.

South Africa
Three survivors were pulled from the rubble, one of whom is being treated in hospital.

South Africa
Steenhuisen says cross-border infections pose unique challenges for controlling FMD outbreaks.

South Africa
The building collapsed at Amethyst Business Park in Ormonde.

World
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth offered few details about the operation, leaving questions unanswered about the scope or duration.

World
Global oil prices are in the high $70s as traffic through Strait of Hormuz comes to a halt. Some analysts have warned they could top $100 a barrel if the stoppage is prolonged.

World
The remarks are the first to reporters since the U.S.-Israeli military operations against Iran began Saturday despite weeks of talks designed to stave off a conflict.

World
Israel trades fire with Hezbollah, widening the U.S. and Israel’s war with Iran into Lebanon. And, Texas primaries could test if Latino support for the GOP remains strong after 2024’s gains.

Africa
Ian von Memerty had documented his choice to die in a 15-part Facebook series.

Africa
The move could undermine Lilongwe’s pursuit of a new programme with the International Monetary Fund

Africa
He used the girls’ mother’s life-threatening illness as an opportunity to demand sex, said the US Office of Public Affairs.

Africa
This is the highest number of confirmed casualties from a single African country in the Ukraine-Russia war.

Business
P&R creates a tax reform calculator for households to see how proposals could affect them.

Business
Beverage and cannabis company Tilray acquires the Aberdeenshire brewery, the brand and 11 bars for £33m.

Business
Millions of South Africans have moved across provincial borders over the years, but most are doing so looking for one thing — and hoping to find it in the economic heartland.
Business

Politics
Ngcuka says he would have resisted any attempt to interfere with his work.

Politics
The committee may summon Paul O’Sullivan if he ignores its invite, after his walkout last week.

Politics
TRC Inquiry aims to probe allegations of political interference that prevented prosecution.

Politics
Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia says the report was declassified on February 2 this year.

Sport
South African strongman Rayno Nel has withdrawn from the Arnold Strongman Classic in Columbus, Ohio after contracting salmonella.

Sport
Orlando Pirates’ AFCON scorers carried their international form into the Soweto Derby, leaving no doubt about Hugo Broos’ selections.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs will look to bounce back against Richards Bay following their humiliating 3-0 loss to Orlando Pirates this past weekend.

Sport
Leeds United manager Daniel Farke says he “will never jog again” after being “embarrassed in front of the whole world” by his red card against Manchester City
Education
[Nile Post] Schools across the Lango sub-region are increasingly sourcing beans and firewood from western Uganda as local shortages disrupt feeding programmes, drive up operational costs, and raise concerns over the region’s declining food security.
Education
[Vanguard] – Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has cautioned 11,500 newly matriculated students of Ebonyi State University (EBSU) to avoid cultism, examination malpractice, and other social vices, warning that violations would attract expulsion.

Education
The queen of children’s edutainment is back after four very long months, with her most extraordinary, envelope-pushing and moving special yet. Cue absolute relief for parents the world over
For those whose cultural experiences are largely absorbed through the prism of their mewling infants’ demands for the same thing 437 times in a row, it’s been a long four months. In late October last...
Education
[Nile Post] The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has urged students and leaders of King’s College Budo to jealously guard the school’s rich legacy and remain committed to excellence.

Lifestyle
Ian von Memerty’s final words about his death was posted a day after his took his own life. Here’s what he had to say…

Lifestyle
Seasoned actress Lerato Mvelase was overwhelmed with emotion when she started her first show yesterday.

Lifestyle
Repairs have begun on a major pedestrian bridge in Cape Town, with motorists warned to expect congestion and delays.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Catch up on the biggest stories of Monday, 2 March 2026 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.

Entertainment
A total of R600 000 in jackpots is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results for 2 March 2026.
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Entertainment
Researchers warn that early smartphone use and weak family bonds are driving generational mental decline.

Science/Tech
Johannesburg, 02 March 2026 — At MWC Barcelona 2026, Huawei debuts its latest SuperPoD product Atlas 950 SuperPoD, TaiShan 950 SuperPoD and a series of computing solutions to the global market. This embodies the company’s latest endeavor to open source and open collaboration with the aim of building a resilient computing foundation and creating a […]

Science/Tech
Johannesburg, 02 March 2026 — On the eve of MWC Barcelona 2026, Huawei officially launched its 5G-A Mobile Backhaul Network architecture tailored for the Agentic MBB (Mobile Broadband) era. Defined by core capabilities including 10GE/25GE to the site, L3 to the site, and end-to-end SRv6, the new architecture is designed to enhance differentiated experience assurance, […]

Science/Tech
New York, USA – AztecaLytix today announced the public beta of AI Dravexyron, a Multi-Agent System (MAS) designed to function as a “Synthetic Institutional Brain”. Engineered specifically to bridge the intelligence gap for investors in emerging markets like Mexico and Southeast Asia , the platform processes over 10 million data points daily in under seven […]

Science/Tech
London, UK — Keystone Venture Trust Inc. (KVTR) today outlined the next phase of its ecosystem development strategy, advancing an IEO+IPO dual-track framework centered around its proprietary trading infrastructure, Keystone Neural Grid 5.0 (KNG), and the upcoming launch of the KNG Token. As global financial markets experience sustained volatility, structural dispersion, and shifting capital...
Motoring

Motoring
South Africans are buying Chinese and Indian cars because they can’t afford local ones. The government’s solution is to raise prices on Chinese and Indian cars.

Motoring
The price of petrol and diesel is going up this Wednesday.
Motoring
Health
As the midterm elections approach, the health secretary is focusing on “real food.” Anger is rising among some of his supporters.

Health
Sleep psychologist Stephanie Romiszewski explains the benefits of waking up at the same time every day.
Health
Citing shortfalls in federal support, about 20 states are toughening eligibility requirements for patients in drug assistance programs.

Health
Women with endometriosis say doctors failed to listen to them or take their pain seriously.