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GB trail after Harris loses United Cup opener
Great Britain’s hopes of reaching the United Cup semi-finals rely on Katie Boulter beating Iga Swiatek after Billy Harris loses to Hubert Hurkacz.
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Great Britain’s hopes of reaching the United Cup semi-finals rely on Katie Boulter beating Iga Swiatek after Billy Harris loses to Hubert Hurkacz.
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You can’t disregard the influence of Chinese brands on the South African car market. But what is the big lesson they learned this year?
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The identities of those killed in New Orleans are starting to emerge as families pay tribute.
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Brace yourselves South Africa, because ‘disruptive rain’ and heatwaves are among the warnings the SA Weather Service (SAWS) has issued for multiple provinces.
South Africa
The South African Weather Services issued a yellow alert for disruptive rains and thunderstorms.
South Africa
The City of Tshwane is concluding tests to confirm if their water supply is safe for consumption.
South Africa
The N3 Toll Concession expects traffic inland to pick up in the coming days.
South Africa
Stop and search actions were executed where dangerous weapons and drugs were confiscated.
World
The deadly gas leak at the Union Carbide factory in central India killed thousands in 1984.
World
Fighting between the Sudanese army and a paramilitary group have displaced some 12 million people in one of Africa’s biggest countries. In a story we first brought you in October, our correspondent travels to Sudan and gives us a glimpse of the devastation the war has caused.
World
At least 10 people, including two children, were killed and four others were seriously wounded Wednesday in a shooting rampage that followed a bar brawl in a western Montenegrin city, officials said.
World
Chinese firm got a boost from subsidies encouraging consumers to replace old cars with greener ones.
Africa
A Congolese military tribunal has sentenced 13 soldiers to death on charges including murder, looting, and cowardice in what military authorities said was a drive to improve army discipline after territo
Africa
Two continental football tournaments and the road cycling world championships in Rwanda are among the highlights of Africa’s sporting calendar for 2025.
Africa
Nearly 280 people have reportedly been killed in unrest following October’s disputed election.
Africa
Sudan coach Kwesi Appiah reflects on how his team defied the odds in the middle of a civil war to reach the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Business
Housing market activity remained “remarkably resilient” despite affordability challenges, the lender says.
Business
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Business
Politics
The Land Reform and Rural Development Minister says the AmaZulu King acted beyond his powers.
Politics
Dr Mbanjwa has been immediately removed as Chief Whip.
Politics
The Department of Basic Education says it has recovered an overpayment of more than R21 million.
Politics
2025 will deliver South Africa with momentous opportunities for growth.
Sport
Cape Town City recently parted ways with Eric Tinkler following a series of poor results since the start of the season.
Sport
Harland and Wolff Welders cannot rely on the element of surprise when they kick off the Irish Cup fifth round against Glentoran on Friday night, says their manager Paul Kee.
Sport
Too good to refuse?
Sport
Smart or foolish?
Education
[Vanguard] ·Says teachers ill-equipped to impact students adequately
Education
[Vanguard] — Expresses concern over electricity challenges
Education
[Premium Times] The institution says Aisha Sani Maikudi’s tenure promises a new era of progress and transformation UNIABUJA.
Education
Independent school Liberty Woodland is one of a small number in England experimenting with the timetable
At a small independent school on the fringes of a National Trust park in Morden, south London, a quiet revolution is under way.
Lessons are held in yurt-style tents, or “dens”, dotted around the three-acre site, everyone is on first-name terms, mental health is a cornerstone of the...
Lifestyle
New Year, new relationship status? Siya Kolisi removed his estranged wife Rachel from his IG profile, and the title of ‘husband’ in his bio.
Lifestyle
Media personality Boity Thulo has reacted to her ex-boyfriend, actor Anton Jeftha’s engagement. Take a look…
Lifestyle
Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema is trending against the backdrop of his now-deleted Instagram post with his wife Mantwa Matlala.
Lifestyle
Entertainment
South African celebrities have used this time to share jewels of wisdom for 2025 with their slew of followers on social media.
Entertainment
Media personality Unathi Nkayi is mourning the passing of her father whom she once described as her spiritual twin.
Entertainment
Four songs dominated the country’s biggest radio stations.
Entertainment
Science/Tech
Google’s NotebookLM AI platform can be a game changer in the office.
Science/Tech
The Hisense brand continues to grow in popularity in South Africa and offers many premium-quality products proudly made in the country.
Science/Tech
Bowhead whales may not be the only species that can live to 200 years old. Researchers have found that the industrial hunting of great whales has masked the ability of these underwater giants to also live to great ages
In Moby-Dick, Herman Melville’s epic novel of 1851, the author asks if whales would survive the remorseless human hunt. Yes, he says, as he foresees a future flooded world in...
Science/Tech
Significant progress has been made in resolving SAP integration issues, including improving visibility of pricing and subsidies for buyers, says the retailer.
Motoring
Newly uncovered application for the name Hilux Travo in Thailand has ignited speculation that the now decade-old current Hilux will be succeeded within the next 12 months.
Motoring
SUV rivals fellow Chinese cars Haval Jolion and Cherry Tiggo as well as Toyota Corolla Cross.
Motoring
SA is officially on track to host a F1 Grand Prix after Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie appointed a bid steering committee
Motoring
This little hatchback is easy to drive and won’t break the bank at the pumps.
Health
Officials in other countries are warning about the health hazards of alcohol in any amount. Americans are still told that moderate drinking is safe. What gives?
Health
Passengers on several of the carrier’s flights said the biting pests were on seats, blankets and in overhead bins and that the airline did not take action.
Health
We asked researchers, couples counselors and sex therapists for some simple strategies to strengthen your romantic relationship in 2025.
Health
Mikayla Beames was diagnosed with brain cancer aged four and has since raised thousands for charity.
Nature
After spending 20 years at Eskom, Mandy Rambharos became the CEO of Verra, one of the world’s largest carbon registries. Rambharos sat down with News24 about her career in sustainability.
Nature
Some of the findings this year could make us healthier, while others expand the outer limits of our knowledge of the universe.
Nature
The quantity and complexity of commercial wildlife trade laws has grown globally over the past century. A new study examines wildlife trade laws in 11 countries and finds that a country’s Global Biodiversity Index does not correlate with the extent of its legislation that addresses the trade in wildlife. The authors spoke with The Conversation Africa about their South Africa-specific findings.
Nature
Recent natural disasters in SA demonstrate the magnitude of the climate crisis and therefore the urgent need to intensify efforts to fight climate change, says Nozipho Bhengu.