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While divisional commissioner of forensic science services, Khomotso Phahlane refused to ‘open a can of worms’ when he received a complaint, committee hears

The US Trump administration has called South Africa’s removal of a top Israeli diplomat another example of South Africa’s “poor foreign policy”.

A friend should be someone you have actually met and shaken hands with.

Brig Rachel Matjeng, a senior SAPS officer, claimed that gifts received from Vusimusi ‘Cat’ Matlala, a man linked to a controversial SAPS tender, were personal and unrelated to her official duties

The insurance business is built on trust. Likewise, AI cannot work without trust; users and consumers have to believe that it’s providing accurate answers based on sound data. But as a new SAS report shows, trust in AI is a tricky subject, with users placing more trust in generative AI than traditional AI, but not always investing in […]

Carrim is accused of having dealings with alleged criminal cartel kingpin Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala.

Katiso Molefe is facing multiple charges, including the murder of Oupa ‘DJ Sumbody’ Sefoka in 2022

NSFAS briefs media on the status of applications for the 2026 academic year.

A month after Maduro’s ousting, Venezuela’s Interim leader walks a tightrope between US demands and Chavista hardliners’ expectations.

Are the world’s superpowers back in an arms race now that the new START treaty has expired? NPR’s Leila Fadel speaks with arms control expert Rose Gottemoeller.

The last major arms control treaty between Russia and the U.S. will expire on Thursday.

In Kyiv, dance parties on a frozen river keep spirits — and bodies — warm after Russian strikes shattered Ukraine’s energy grid.

Epstein considered approaching Mugabe about a new currency in 2015 – the latest batch of files show.

Shops and homes were torched in an attack on two villages in the western state of Kwara, a lawmaker says.

Ahmed Muharram is among several suspects arrested in a major crackdown on marijuana trafficking.

The surprise move that may threaten the stability of the coalition government of which the DA is a key partner.

Financial pressure being felt by South Africans earning R25,000 or less a month after the festive season has set off serious alarm bells in the debt counselling industry.

Africa’s next phase of growth will depend less on policy announcements and more on its ability to mobilise capital at scale. Deep, liquid markets are no longer optional, they are the foundation for infrastructure, energy transition and long-term resilience.

The South African government, via the Industrial Development Corporation, is looking to acquire ArcelorMittal SA due to its importance to the nation’s industrial landscape.

Rachel Matjeng is responsible for Criminal Record , Crime Scene Management at the SAPS Forensic dept

President Cyril Ramaphosa is visiting the SARS Head Office in Pretoria.

DA MP Dianne Kohler Barnard testifies before the Ad Hoc Committee

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The Premier Soccer League has confirmed the dates, venues and kick-off times for the 2026 Nedbank Cup Round of 32.

That’s what big squads are for.

Youtuber and inventor Colin Furze explains the science behind the freestyle halfpipe.

Surrey County Council puts forward proposals to reduce the speed limit near schools.

‘Tis the season for Cape Town Pride. To kick off the proceedings, the LEGACY Love Pride Ball is taking place this weekend.

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will pay out its March 2026 social grants on the following dates.

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will pay out its March 2026 social grants on the following dates.

Melinda French Gates, the former wife of philanthropist Bill Gates, is finding herself having to address the latest revelations of the Epstein files.

Kenoly passed away on Tuesday at the age of 81.

‘One day I will go and no one needs to push me and I just need to take this calmly and work,’ he said.

Meanwhile, tickets for the three Tests in South Africa later this year cost between R850 and R4,000.

Rather than grand speeches, Mazaleni’s approach is hands-on and rooted in classrooms.

Makro Restored offers numerous pre-owned tech products at a fraction of the prices of new items.

A frozen incentive scheme has hollowed out South Africa’s film industry, costing jobs and investment.

It is no longer possible to get key change tokens for meters still running on KRN 1.

Bitcoin slid towards $70 000 on Thursday as hawkish Fed fears and heavy ETF outflows deepened the latest crypto rout.

Two European automakers have teamed up to push back against the rise of Chinese imports.

The City of Cape Town is partnering with the University of Cape Town to upgrade the MyCiti bus service.

South Africa is increasingly reliant on older, high-mileage cars as the cost of new models continues to soar.

Municipalities across South Africa are replacing traffic lights with stop signs as a result of constant cable theft and vandalism.

Joe founded Dad’s War Room to support men struggling with mental health through tabletop gaming.