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Volvo Cars will recall over 40,000 of its flagship electric EX30 SUVs because their battery packs risk overheating, it told Reuters on Monday, a move that could dent the carmaker’s hard-earned reputation for safety and cost it millions of dollars.

In Mpumalanga, a scandal involving R113m intended for school repairs has led to the arrest of over 40 individuals, including Absalom Thela, a former acting CFO of the Mpumalanga department of education, and his daughter Palesa.

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Five workers at Ekapa Mine have been trapped underground since last Thursday, with Minister Gwede Mantashe saying a thorough investigation will be conducted.

The suspects are accused of defrauding the Mpumalanga Education Department of over R113 million.

No injuries or damage to properties have been reported following Monday’s fire.

UCT study found that CIT networks are run by criminal cooperatives.

The men, who are on the run, told of the horrors they witnessed on the Russian side of the front lines in Ukraine.

France’s top diplomat has requested that U.S. Ambassador Charles Kushner no longer be allowed direct access to members of the French government. Kushner skipped a meeting Monday to discuss comments by the Trump administration over the beating death of a far-right activist.

A Chadian government spokesperson says the decision is aimed at protecting citizens.

Bellarmine Mugabe and one other man have not commented on the charges after a 23-year-old was shot.

Dr Carrie Ruxton was surprised when a Kenyan cyclist got in touch asking if the bike could help her country’s paracycling team.

Sudan accuses Uganda of flouting international law by meeting Rapid Support Forces boss Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo.

Whether you’re stocking up on everyday essentials or upgrading your favourite devices, the Takealot Fire Sale offers something for every South African.

The president threatened to raise the tariff to 15% but has not yet issued an official directive to increase the rate.

Optimism among traders about the rand is at its highest level in three years, with many expecting the currency to strengthen further.

The Competition Commission has blocked the R128 million deal where Transpaco would have acquired Premier Plastics.

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi delivered his State of the Province Address on Monday.

The warrant was for the arrest of controversial blogger Musa Khawula.

Mogotsi is a key figure in allegations of corruption, political interference, leaks of police info.

The written questions relate to the extent of President’s knowledge of the disbandment of PKTT

Ireland centre Garry Ringrose says that he feels “lucky” to play alongside the in-form Stuart McCloskey in this year’s Six Nations.

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao will meet in a rematch of the highest-grossing clash in boxing history this September in Las Vegas.

In Newcastle’s match with Qarabag, a certain winger became the 11th Englishmen to score a Champions League treble.

Varsity Cup Round 2 saw Maties produce a dominant second-half display to defeat UJ at a packed Danie Craven Stadium.

South Africa’s expansive coastline is a vast untapped resource of energy, says international firm after positive feasibility test …

The rise in skateboarding activity on Hout Bay’s busiest roads has provoked the ire and anxiety of residents and motorists.

Did Rachel Kolisi just reveal that she’s ready to move on after her heartbreaking divorce from Springbok captain, Siya Kolisi?

Getting younger, smoother and brighter skin does not always depend on how much you layer on it

The draw was conducted at the SuperSport studios in Randburg on Monday evening.

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Police report declining murders, yet experts warn SA’s killing rate remains alarmingly high and demands urgent reform.

Vox is now a Google Verified Peering Provider, giving its customers faster, more reliable access to Google services.

Mbombela Attorneys Association chairperson Annelien de Kock says the Master’s Office is in a “crisis” with major backlogs, insufficient resources and staff shortages. Nelspruit law firm Christo Smith Attorneys says beneficiaries wait months or years for estates to be finalised forcing the firm to approach the high court to compel the office to act. Attorneys […]

By introducing AI to help manage the process, Sage Intacct Copilot helps to reduce risk and proactively address discrepancies or issues at an early stage, says Mohammed Mosam, head of product growth at Brilliant Link.

Car sub-brands are on the rise in the South African market.

Toyota plans to release at least 8 new cars in South Africa, ranging from a GR supercar to a “baby Prado” Adventure SUV.

Josephina Finch says the surgery left her with a “gaping wound”.