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After ending load-shedding, Eskom now faces a critical test in 2026 to implement electricity market reforms amid resistance that could slow private investment and competition.

Celebrities including Lady Gaga, Cardi B and Jessica Alba joined Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl half time show.

For the residents of Krugersdorp, the silence at the Bob Van Reenen Stadium is louder than the cheers that once filled it.

The IOM says that almost 500 people have been reported dead or missing off Libya so far this year.

Thato Ntseare, an investment manager at E-Squared Investments, has called for stronger governance guardrails around artificial intelligence investments in South Africa, warning that a potential AI bubble could pose risks to markets and investors. In an interview with Business Times, Ntseare said growing enthusiasm around AI investments is increasingly resembling a speculative bubble, driven in […]

University of Pretoria professor Vukosi Marivate has been appointed as one of 40 experts to serve on the United Nations Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence. U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres recommended Marivate and the other panel members for appointment by the U.N. General Assembly. According to the United Nations, the panel members were selected […]

Africa Fintech Summit, in partnership with OpenAI and ALX Ethiopia, will convene policymakers, technology builders, investors and infrastructure leaders in Addis Ababa on Feb. 17 for the Addis AI Leadership Forum, held during African Union Summit week. The forum, titled The Addis AI Forum: Talent, Infrastructure, and Opportunity in Africa, will examine Africa’s position across […]

Japan’s first female Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, brought the ruling Liberal Democratic Party its biggest-ever electoral victory, fueling her ambitions to pursue to a political agenda which she says could “split public opinion.”

Japan’s ruling party scored its biggest electoral win in its seven-decade history Sunday, due mostly to the popularity of its first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi.

Police say the “transnational” criminal group has been in operation since 2017.

Africa is pursuing a single electricity market to overcome the limitations of fragmented national power grids that constrain economic growth and energy access

Insurgents have carried out a wave of drone strikes on military positions in the region.

Eritrea has previously denied accusations that its soldiers are in Ethiopia supporting rebels.

Security experts have identified the cars in South Africa at high risk of being hijacked in 2026 – including one that was launched only six years ago.

The South African rand has shaken off some of the weakness that gathered last week, rebounding to back below R16.00 to the dollar.

Making an impact in the South African insurance industry isn’t only about faster claims or smarter platforms.

Advocate Norman Arendse will remain in the Ad Hoc Committee despite calls for recusal.

The Parliament’s Ad Hoc committee latest deadline is the 20th of February 2026.

Wiandre Pretorius’s death follows allegations of his involvement in the Emmanuel Mbense murder case.

Scotland coach Gregor Townsend has decisions to make about the back three, at hooker and at lock before Saturday’s match against England.

With Wales reeling from another thrashing by England, BBC Sport pundits analyse the areas they must improve before facing France.

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick says it would be “boring and pointless” if his players did not celebrate victories.

The most striking photographs from the Milan-Cortina Games.

Roedean – One of SA’s top-performing and most expensive private schools – has disputed claims of learners practising antisemitism.

This Valentine’s Day, impress your partner by digging deep and sharing your feelings with them in a love letter.

Here are steps to follow if you do not agree with the write-off decision.

Chery and GWM continued to lead the way, the former’s Jetour and Omoda & Jaecoo sub-brands joining it in the top five.

AI is still viewed as new and uncertain across many industries, while others see it as something to fear.

An argument over access to a JoJo tank during shortages ended with a fatal shooting in Sundra, police said.

Visiting The Majestic in Johannesburg in February 2026 was a real blast from the past.

South African residents can subscribe to DStv EasyView and pay R15 per month, or DStv Stream Access and pay R50 per month.

Concerns are mounting that VW could close its Kariega plant soon.

O.R. Tambo International Airport is spending billions on upgrades.

The number waiting for an organ is at a record high as loved ones increasingly block donations.

Rebecca Combellack says she found out she had breast cancer after losing weight and finding a lump.