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Why is India prosecuting Muslims who said ‘I love Muhammad’?
Muslims are protesting across India against arrests, raids and home demolitions over the phrase ‘I love Muhammad’.

Top Stories
On World Food Day, Israel continues to restrict aid into Gaza
Two million people continue to face hunger and thirst, while more than 460 Palestinians have died from starvation.

Top Stories
The 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show: A celebration of every woman
Once all about fantasy, the 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show now celebrates real women – mothers, diversity, and stories that inspire.

South Africa
DA lays charges against former Gauteng Health Chief Financial Officer
DA lays criminal charges against former Gauteng Health Chief Financial Officer Lerato Madyo

South Africa
Limpopo transport driver accused of raping 3-year-old denied bail
The accused will remain in custody until the 3rd of December when he appears in court again.

South Africa
Sibiya denies interacting Ntanzi on the day Senzo Meyiwa was killed
Sibiya is back on the witness stand at the High Court in Pretoria at the Meyiwa murder trial.

South Africa
US government approves PEPFAR bridge plan for SA: Ntshavheni
Ntshavheni has announced that the US government has approved a PEPFAR bridge plan for South Africa

World
French PM survives confidence votes after freezing Macron’s pension reform
After five days in office, Lecornu has survived a first major ordeal in parliament and can now focus on passing the 2026 budget.

World
Some of the things Gaza needs: A government, security and tools to rebuild
A shaky ceasefire is holding. Now the Palestinian territory is in urgent need of a functioning government, order on the streets, and resources to start rebuilding the shattered territory.

World
Clashes between police and Gen Z protesters in Peru leave one dead
The protests come just days after a new president was sworn in following Dina Boluarte’s impeachment.

World
Trump escalates pressure on Venezuelan drug trade. And, judge pauses shutdown layoffs
Trump escalates pressure on Venezuela by authorizing covert CIA operations. And, a federal judge halts the Trump administration’s shutdown layoffs.

Africa
Convicted ex-president Kabila rallies opposition to ‘save’ DR Congo from crisis
Joseph Kabila appears in Kenya with other opposition leaders two weeks after being sentenced to death.

Africa
Who was the man who shaped Kenyan politics?
Raila Odinga was one of Kenya’s most influential political figures despite five unsuccessful presidential bids.

Africa
From prison to presidential palace: Who is Madagascar’s new military ruler?
Before the last weekend, most people in Madagascar had no clue who Col Michael Randrianirina was.

Africa
War crimes alert as food runs out in besieged Sudan city
Evidence of the intentional targeting of civilians in el-Fasher amounts to war crimes, researchers say.

Business
South African retail king’s interesting views about Pick n Pay
Former Shoprite chief executive Whitey Basson said Pick n Pay is doing better than many people expect despite making mistakes in the past.

Business
Pragmatism, principles and performance: Shari’ah investing amid global uncertainty
With global markets currently being defined by uncertainty, as geopolitical risks rattle investor confidence and concerns around global market concentration mount, investors continue to seek ways to best to protect capital, while still capturing growth.

Business
R30 billion finance group has a warning for South Africa
PSG Financial Services says that South Africa needs to implement major reforms despite the group’s earnings seeing a large rise.

Business
Big changes for Eskom board
Cabinet has greenlit Eskom’s new board, which remains chaired by Dr Mthetho Nyati as his term is yet to expire.

Politics
Court asked to reinterpret “fairness” of Zuma’s R28m repayment order
The money was applied for by the Presidency and approved by the State Attorney

Politics
PA, ANC and ActionSA win by-elections in different municipalities
The ANC managed to retain Ward 15 in the AB Xuma Municipality.

Politics
LIVE | Police Minister Senzo Mchunu appears before Ad Hoc Committee
All eyes are on suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu as he appears before the Ad Hoc Committee

Politics
Media not allowed at Madlanga Commission in-camera testimony
The media has not opposed the ruling to hold hearings in camera.

Sport
Sharks call on reinforcements for Ulster battle
The Sharks have welcomed the return of key international players by including several Springboks to face Ulster.

Sport
The best of Jaguars ‘unicorn’ Hunter so far
Highlights of Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback and wide receiver Travis Hunter’s start to his NFL professional career, as the 22-year-old rookie prepares to play in London.

Sport
Trio to join Tandy’s Wales autumn coaching staff
Former Wales internationals Rhys Patchell, Duncan Jones and Dan Lydiate join Steve Tandy’s Wales coaching team for the autumn series.

Sport
URC: All kick off times this weekend as Sharks, Lions return to SA
Here are all the kick off times to note for the SA teams in the URC this weekend, with the Sharks and Lions back in South Africa.
Education
Uganda: Presidential Industrial Skilling Hubs Beneficiaries Trained in Management of Museveni’s Shs8.8 Bn Empowerment Funds
[Nile Post] State House officials led by Eng. Raymond Kamugisha, the Director of Presidential Projects and Industrial Hubs, have met and held discussions with beneficiaries of the Zonal Presidential Industrial Skilling Hubs, SACCO leaders, and district leaders from Greater Masaka, Mubende, and Mukono at the Mengo Zonal Presidential Industrial Skilling Hub in Kayunga District.
Education
Nigeria: Experts Advocate Curriculum Re-Design for Entrepreneurial Education
[Leadership] Scholars have harped on the need to re-engineer and redesign entrepreneurship education in Nigerian universities to meet the desired development goal of the nation.

Education
UK students: have you been targeted by scammers?
We would like to hear from UK students about their experiences of being targeted by criminals trying to steal their money
A survey by NatWest has found that 57% of UK students have been scammed by fraudsters, or have had close shaves.
Young adults had an average of £300 stolen by scammers in the last year, with one in four targeted by scammers impersonating their bank, according to a survey of...
Education
Sudan: Higher Education Minister Stresses His Ministry’s Focus On Quality and Accreditation
[SNA] Port Sudan, 15-10-2025 (SUNA) – Minister of Higher Education and Scientifict Research, Professor Ahmed Madwi Musa, affirmed his ministry’s commitment to ensuring the quality of curricula across all public and private higher education institutions.

Lifestyle
Eat your garden: Beautiful edible flowers to try this spring
Discover edible flowers you can try this spring, from nasturtiums to roses, and add colour and flavour to your meals.

Lifestyle
10 signs you have just won the R150 million PowerBall jackpot
Here are 10 signs that you may have won Friday, 17 October’s guaranteed R150 million PowerBall jackpot …
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Film used as a tool to combat the scourge of rhino poaching
‘Wild Hope: Rhino Ops’ highlights both the urgency of rhino protection and the hope that comes from community-driven action.

Entertainment
‘Short & Sweet’ returns for season three with new faces
The new season will premiere next month.

Entertainment
Tyla’s debut album makes Rolling Stone’s list of greatest albums of the century
Tyla’s breakthrough single Water also earned a spot on Rolling Stone’s ‘250 Greatest Songs of the 21st Century So Far’.
Entertainment

Science/Tech
How to get to eBucks Level 5 with new rules
From November 2025, it will be substantially more difficult for FNB Premier and Private account holders to reach the top level of the bank’s rewards programme without taking on additional products.

Science/Tech
Why digital enablement is the missing piece your strategy forgot
Visibility, architecture and readiness matter more than your next platform roll-out, says BBD’s Tony van der Linden.

Science/Tech
XRP Price Surge: BAY Miner Emerges as the New Growth Engine for Ripple Investor Earnings
LONDON, Oct. 16, 2025 — The XRP market is experiencing a strong resurgence in Q4 2025, with prices surpassing $3.10, marking a six-month high. CoinMarketCap data shows Ripple’s (XRP) trading volume spiking by 35% week-over-week, fueled by institutional accumulation and rising optimism surrounding global adoption of Ripple’s cross-border payment technology. Amid this recovery, BAY Miner […]

Science/Tech
Crypto Whales Go Short — Miners Seek Stability with Fleet Mining
After a period of intense volatility, the market has seen a significant recovery over the past two days. However, today, divergence has resurfaced, with selling pressure intertwined with bargain-hunting. Most major cryptocurrencies have returned to a volatile cycle, with short-term long positions and profit-taking oscillating around key levels. Faced with the fluctuating market dynamics, new […]

Motoring
Jetour gears up to roll out highly-anticipated T1 and T2 SUV pair
Jetour T1 is an urban lite off-roader and T2 a more rugged SUV for adventure seekers.

Motoring
VIDEO: Toyota Hilux survives rain of bullets, riot and inverted drop
Series of videos showcases the toughness of the SVI Stopgun V2.0 armouring package.
Motoring
Motoring
Health
Johnson & Johnson Sued in U.K. Over Baby Powder Cancer Claims
More than 3,000 people in Britain have joined a lawsuit accusing the company of knowing that its baby powder contained carcinogenic fibers, including asbestos.

Health
Town’s wellbeing and health support gets £13m boost
A council hopes it will inspire physical activity, and “create learning and career opportunities”.
Health
Trump Administration Decimates Birth Control Office in Layoffs
The layoffs have raised fears that the administration could be effectively ending an initiative that provides contraception for millions of low-income women.
Health
America Is Heavily Reliant on China for Raw Materials in Medicines
A new analysis found that nearly 700 drugs approved for use in the United States depend on chemicals solely produced in China.
Nature
News24 Business | Joburg power cut threat: Eskom and City still talking, Ramokgopa pushes for payment plan
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
News24 Business | Nick Hedley | A new study links culprits to climate change costs: a reckoning for polluters?
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
News24 Business | International Partners Group | Backing SA’s green future with over R2bn for just transition projects
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
News24 Business | SEE | These blocks made of recycled glass, building waste, may soon be found throughout SA
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.