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South Africa’s largest domestic carrier said the price of jet fuel at local airports rose by about 70% in just one week, following a surge in global oil prices
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South Africa’s largest domestic carrier said the price of jet fuel at local airports rose by about 70% in just one week, following a surge in global oil prices
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When Mother Nature’s fury forced the popular Blue Bridge over the Braamfontein Spruit at Delta Park to close, artist Oliver Matamba saw opportunity and found inspiration.

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Bank of Scotland, Lloyd’s and Halifax customers reported being able to view payments and charges from other sources.

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Rosie McGrane says her case never arrived when she travelled from Edinburgh to Copenhagen with Ryanair in September 2023.

South Africa
The second memorial service for the late COPE leader Mosioua Lekota in Bloemfontein.

South Africa
Morocco’s Ministry of Digital Transition and Administration Reform has placed artificial intelligence at the center of its industrial and economic modernization agenda, with Minister Delegate Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni reaffirming the technology’s strategic importance during a scientific seminar in Fez. Speaking at the Euro-Mediterranean University of Fez at a seminar themed “Artificial...

South Africa
A collaboration between a leading British supercomputing center and South Africa’s national astronomical observatory is using artificial intelligence to automate telescope operations, process data in real time and capture fleeting cosmic events such as exploding stars as they occur. The Science and Technology Facilities Council’s Hartree Centre and the South African Astronomical Observatory...

South Africa
The rapid expansion of AI-powered mass surveillance systems across Africa is violating citizens’ right to privacy and having a chilling effect on civil society, according to a new report by the Institute of Development Studies co-authored by researchers from the African Digital Rights Network. At least $2 billion has been spent by 11 African governments […]

World
Markets seesawed on Day 13 of the war in the Middle East, as two oil tankers were struck by projectiles near Iraq’s southern ports and attacks between Israel and Hezbollah intensified.

World
A Zambian scientist is on a quest to prevent brain drain from Africa so he’s established a state-of-the-art drug discovery lab in South Africa.

World
The latest on the Iran war and the growing oil crisis across the Middle East from Dubai, Iraq, Lebanon and Israel.

World
The threat of Iran laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz — the narrow waterway through which about 20% of the world’s oil supply travels — is raising fresh fears about global oil prices.

Africa
The suspect had packed some ants in test tubes while others were concealed in tissue paper rolls, prosecutor says.

Africa
Witnesses say drone strikes hit a residential building frequently occupied by expatriates and aid workers.

Africa
Forecasters say storms are becoming more intense in the region, partly due to global warming.

Africa
China is boosting its ties to Africa, with zero-tariff trade and a year-long people-to-people exchange initiative, aiming to expand investment and infrastructure development across the continent
Business

Business
Multichoice and law enforcement officials have targeted illegal streaming operations across the Western Cape.

Business
Multichoice and law enforcement officials have targeted illegal streaming operations across the Western Cape.

Business
The water supplier is set to pay a proposed £44.7m after “serious and unacceptable” sewage breaches.

Politics
Mosiuoa Lekota’s memorial service was held at the Regina Mundi Catholic Church on Wednesday.

Politics
Vuma was testifying before Parliament’s Ad Hoc committee in Cape Town.

Politics
Mosiuoa “Terror” Lekota has been remembered as an outstanding organiser.

Politics
The commission took its campaign to the Durban University of Technology’s Ritson campus.

Sport
Springbok Frans Malherbe is nearing a return from a career-threatening injury, and now there is more news on a teammate.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs are looking fragile at the back without three key players. Will Amakhosi coaches be forced to play defenders out of positions?

Sport
There’s still plenty to fight for.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs have about 10 players unavailable for their match against Durban City this weekend. Can Amakhosi survive the storm?
Education
[Nile Post] The Gayaza Old Girls Association (GOGA) has announced a major fundraising initiative aimed at renovating the church for current students, building on the legacy of previous generations.
Education
[New Times] Refugee students studying alongside Rwandan peers say inclusive education is equipping them with practical skills and opportunities that are helping them prepare for self-reliance.
Education
The award, one of the most prestigious in the field of American history, honors “scope, significance, depth of research and richness of interpretation.”
Education
New York City will start offering free child care for 2-year-olds this fall. A question for the Mamdani administration is whether it will be available past 2:30 p.m.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Cape Town’s oldest operating petrol station is due for a long-awaited upgrade. Here’s what motorists and residents should know.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
There’s only one Rachel Kolisi: Springbok captain Siya Kolisi’s ex week candidly revealed why she will never change her surname…

Entertainment
The main awards ceremony will be broadcast on SABC 2 and Mzansi Magic on 14 March.

Entertainment
Road closures will be in place from 8am until 9pm on Thursday.

Entertainment
Kaizer Chiefs co-head coach Cedric Kaze provided a voice of reason yesterday, saying he will be satisfied this season if…

Entertainment
The commission has scheduled a national voter registration weekend in June.

Science/Tech
Domains.co.za has launched a security add-on to protect businesses from domain hijacking and cyberattacks.

Science/Tech
Parliament’s portfolio committee invites nominations to fill vacancies on the council of the Independent Communications Authority of SA.

Science/Tech
The cash is a reinvestment of the synergies Canal+ expects from combining the businesses, which together now serve 28 million subscribers.

Science/Tech
Its convenience can’t be beat in hotels, Airbnbs, and campsites, but AeroPress’ clever portable coffee maker is also excellent for a quick cup at home when a whole pot would be too much.

Motoring
Volvo has officially launched the new ES90 sedan in South Africa.
Motoring

Motoring
Audi has added a new entry-level model to the popular A3 series, slashing the car’s starting price by almost R40,000.
Motoring

Health
The inquiry is being held over concerns of poor care at the County Durham and Darlington trust.
Health
A group of scientists and law enforcement officials are pointing to the role moss can play to help solve crimes.
Health
As medical costs rise, more than 80 million people have made sacrifices like skipping meals and driving less, a new survey finds.
Health
In suing to halt restrictions in five states, the plaintiffs argued that the Trump administration violated laws authorizing SNAP and governing changes in policies.