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It comes after Trump criticised the PM for refusing to allow the use of UK bases in the initial US-Israel strikes.

National police commissioner Fannie Masemola said the army would play a supporting role to the South African Police Service

South Africa’s rand has taken a beating over the past few days, as the US dollar is benefiting from increased uncertainty amid the intensified Middle East conflict.

MTN Group is embracing artificial intelligence, expanding digital infrastructure and scaling connectivity as central pillars of its growth strategy, with the African telecommunications giant positioning itself as a technology platform rather than a conventional telecom provider. Group President and CEO Ralph Mupita outlined the company’s vision during his keynote address at MWC Barcelona 2026...

Nearly two-thirds of South African consumers have used artificial intelligence to assist with shopping-related tasks, according to new survey data from Visa pointing to a rapid shift in how South Africans interact with digital payment technologies. The Visa Spending Shift Survey, conducted by Morning Consult among 1,000 South African adults in October 2025, found that […]

Cassava Technologies has launched the Cassava Cloud Partner program, an initiative designed to enable mobile network operators and system integrators across Africa and Latin America to distribute artificial intelligence, cloud and digital services using the company’s infrastructure and technology platforms. The program gives partners access to four key offerings: NVIDIA Cloud Partner...

Artificial intelligence is increasingly reshaping mining operations across Africa, with major projects deploying the technology to optimize resource extraction, improve worker safety and enhance asset performance — developments that coincide with KoBold Metals’ AI-driven push to develop one of the world’s largest undeveloped copper deposits in Zambia. KoBold Metals is using AI-powered...

The party’s founder Nikos Mihaloliakos and other officials are again found guilty, almost six years after an original trial.

President Trump offers new reasoning for the U.S. attack on Iran. And, results from the first midterm primary of 2026 are in, providing an outlook for the matchups for key Senate seats.

Israel’s military said it had begun a “broad wave of strikes” in Tehran Wednesday morning. U.S. officials touted early gains, while Democrats warned the war could widen.

Israel’s military said it had begun a “broad wave of strikes” in Tehran Wednesday morning. U.S. officials touted early gains, while Democrats warned the war could widen.

The author’s 21-month-old son died in January after complications during medical procedures at a private hospital in Lagos.

Mosiuoa Lekota was imprisoned with former South African President Nelson Mandela on Robben Island.

A project to introduce unmanned sites is part of a broader adoption of digital technologies.

The government will end study visas from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan, due to what says is abuse.

The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

Nedbank is going big in a deal to buy NCBA, with the Big Four bank drawn to the higher growth rates in Kenya.

The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has imposed a R358.75 million administrative penalty on former Steinhoff executive Stehan Grobler.

Shibiri has conceded that criminals have captured some officers.

Masinga warns of deepening voter distrust at IEC Durban workshop ahead of local elections.

Mxolisi Dukwana, described Lekota as a bull terrier in South African politics.

Richard Shibiri accused of meddling in Armand Swart probe over alleged links to Katiso “KT” Molefe.

Attack coach Tony Brown says the Springboks have become a multi-layered force that no opponent can simply shut down.

Nick Timoney is handed his first Six Nations start as Ireland head coach Andy Farrell makes five changes to his XV for Friday’s match against Wales in Dublin (20:10 GMT).

Captain Harry Brook says England do not need to produce the perfect performance to win the T20 World Cup and “unity” has driven the team to the semi-finals.

Galatasaray fans are banned from the club’s Champions League visit to Liverpool after disturbances during their game with Juventus in the previous round.

Exclusive: Survey suggests journalists from minority ethnic backgrounds feel excluded from influential posts and seen as ‘diversity hires’

Broadcast journalists from ethnic minorities are still locked out of top jobs and face a backlash after being perceived as “diversity hires”, according to a new survey of UK television newsrooms.

While there has been a sustained focus on racial diversity...

Former beauty queen Zozibini Tunzi penned a brief and lovely birthday message for her husband, Luthando Bolowana, on Instagram.

DA’s Joburg mayoral candidate Helen Zille has set the record straight about rumours she was ‘drunk’ at the Soweto Derby over the weekend.

Not only is March her birthday month, but it also marks the exciting debut of Precious Kofi’s romantic chapter.

Roads in CBD, Green Point, Sea Point, Camps Bay will be closed entirely in the Mother City this weekend.

In the wake of the Middle East conflict, and if the current ‘massive’ under-recovery in the petrol and diesel price remains … or worsens.

The Springboks are taking part in their first alignment camp of the season in Cape Town this week.

They moved to the UAE expecting a non-stop VIP experience, but instead Dubai’s influencers found themselves under a barrage of Iranian missiles and drones.

At $599, Apple’s entry-level MacBook Neo is the most affordable laptop the company has ever made.

Syria has launched an international tender for a new mobile network operator licence to replace MTN.

It comes after the free-to-play game was given top billing at The Game Awards in December.

Chery’s premium car brand has achieved a new sales record in South Africa.

The Toyota Hilux has a new sales rival in South Africa.

For Eating Disorders Awareness Week, actor Gemma Oaten joined us in the studio

A Buckinghamshire charity urges people to craft reusable pads to raise awareness of period poverty.

Maternity services at the trust are the subject of the largest inquiry of its kind in NHS history.

A team that transports seriously ill children says its workload is increasing with no additional funds.