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South Africans Abroad: Siyabonga Ngezana out for six weeks
Siyabonga Ngezana has been ruled out for the next six week with a knee injury, and he’s likely to miss Bafana Bafana’s match against Panama.
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Siyabonga Ngezana has been ruled out for the next six week with a knee injury, and he’s likely to miss Bafana Bafana’s match against Panama.

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Arrogant, out of touch, disrespectful, doesn’t care about people: what residents say about premier

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Dame Vera Baird says documents related to Jeffrey Epstein in the US should trigger a police investigation into the former prince.
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South Africa
Drivers say they are concerned that their vehicles are being impounded by traffic officers.

South Africa
Senzo Meyiwa murder accused Bongani Ntanzi in testifying in the High Court in Pretoria.
South Africa
Minister meets various stakeholders to improve safety in WC communities
Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia has embarked on a series of engagements with a broad range of stakeholders to discuss policing challenges in the Western Cape and strengthen measures to improve safety in communities across the province.
“These engagements form part of the Minister’s programme ahead of...

South Africa
The call comes amid ongoing protests over water outages which have left communities with dry taps.

World
The Duke of Sussex addressed parents claiming Instagram and YouTube damage young people’s mental health.

World
The remote community of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, is grieving after a devastating mass shooting — one of the deadliest in Canada’s recent history.
World
A female teacher died in southern Thailand’s Hat Yai district after a gunman opened fire at a school where she worked, the provincial administration said on social media.

World
Stolz received his gold for winning the men’s 1,000 meters at the Milan Cortina Games in an Olympic-record time thanks to a blistering closing stretch. Now Stolz will hope to add to his collection of trophies.

Africa
Search efforts are continuing for the missing passengers, who included children.

Africa
Madagascar’s disaster management says roads are inaccessible with trees uprooted, power poles down and ninety percent of roofs ripped off.

Africa
The political rift that could spiral into conflict again after the vice-president was accused of treason.

Africa
The iconic attire has been trending online for days following the banter between Ghanaians and Zambians.

Business
Well-planned Valentine’s getaways offer excellent value without compromising on quality.
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Politics
IPID investigator Nomsa Masuku is testifying before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.

Politics
Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane’s sister, a struggle activist, was abducted, tortured.
Politics
Opposition parties have not taken kindly to “detached” Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s apology” for his comments on dealing with the inconvenience experienced by the water crisis.

Politics
Mbense was allegedly killed by police in 2022 and his body dumped in a Nigel dam

Sport
With three straight wins in the group stages, Kaizer Chiefs are building momentum nd continental glory could bring a lucrative reward.

Sport
Four years on from arguably the most successful year of his life and career, Kieffer Moore is targeting a double with Wrexham and Wales in 2026.

Sport
Premier Soccer League giants Orlando Pirates have announced a five-year extension with German giants Adidas.

Sport
Cricket Scotland urges ICC to review rules concerning 12th man duties which cost Scott Currie the chance to play at the men’s T20 World Cup.

Education
In a bid to combat the impact of screen-time creep, the Countdown word supremo has a few suggestions
Children’s vocabulary shrinking as reading loses out to screen time, says Susie Dent
Children’s vocabulary is shrinking as reading loses out to screen time, the Countdown lexicographer Susie Dent has suggested, as she urged families to read, talk and play word games to boost language...

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Exclusive: Countdown lexicographer urges families to read, talk and play word games to help language development
Children’s vocabulary is shrinking as reading loses out to screen time, according to the lexicographer Susie Dent, who is urging families to read, talk and play word games to boost language development.
The Countdown star’s warning comes as the government prepares to issue advice...
Education
[This Day] The dual mandate education policy of the federal government, authorising selected colleges of education in the country to concurrently run the National Certificate in Education (NCE) with degree programmes in education, has been described as a pragmatic, cost-effective policy, mutually and doubly beneficial to government, institutions, students, and the Nigerian public.
Education
[This Day] The 81 Division Education Services has commenced the 81 Division Inter Command Secondary Schools Sports Competition, charging students to embrace sports as a formative pathway that builds character, leadership and purpose beyond medals.
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Lifestyle
Sea views, stylish fashion items, and delightful cocktails. Relebogile and Neleagh enjoyed an unforgettable experience in Mozambique.

Entertainment
There are long-term implications of financial decisions made in love and some decisions can lead couples into serious debt trouble.

Entertainment
Abuse convictions at London nursery intensify calls for CCTV, after footage in separate case exposed misconduct by staff inside nurseries.

Entertainment
South Korea’s intelligence says Kim Jong Un has formally positioned daughter Ju Ae as successor ahead of pivotal party congress.

Entertainment
Artwork from the Johannesburg Art Gallery will be temporarily housed at three locations near the city’s CBD.

Science/Tech
The use of cryptocurrency in sales of human beings for prostitution and scam compounds nearly doubled in 2025, according to a conservative estimate. Many of the deals are happening in plain sight.

Science/Tech
Andrew Kirby has warned that urgent policy action on new energy vehicles is required to save the industry.

Science/Tech
Spartans operates in direct competition with established gaming operators bet365 and Stake in the online gaming market. Turkish-British entrepreneur & founder Gurhan Kiziloz has positioned the platform to compete against these established operators. Kiziloz committed $200 million to Spartans.com operations, funding the platform’s entry into global gaming markets dominated by bet365 and Stake....

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Golden Panda continues to pull attention with its fast, high-intensity slot sessions, giving players quick rounds and simple choices. At the same time, Betway stays active through its £10 to £40 free-bet offer, keeping football fans involved across weekly fixtures and major matches. Both platforms remain part of regular discussion as users follow updates that […]

Motoring
How much motorists spend on petrol each month depends on a range of factors.

Motoring
The company said it also plans to launch two new models in South Africa this year – the Nexon and Sierra.

Motoring
South Africa’s top bakkies saw a large dip in sales last month.

Motoring
Calls are mounting on President Cyril Ramaphosa to act decisively on South Africa’s electric vehicle transition.

Health
Backlog drops below 7.3m for first time since 2023 in England, but concern over long A&E waits.

Health
What are the main symptoms and causes of bowel cancer, and how can you reduce your risk of getting it?
Health
A study reported that the conventional method of searching follicular fluid didn’t find all the eggs. The new technology found extra eggs more than half the time.
Health
A federal law taking effect in November severely limits the amount of THC, the euphoric cannabis compound, allowed in over-the-counter items. Many groups are fighting back.