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Israel kills over 100 Palestinians in Gaza as Trump insists truce holds
The US president says Israel has a right to ‘hit back’ after reports that a soldier was killed in southern Gaza.
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South Africa
Mamelodi East double murder case postponed to January 2026
Tebogo Mnisi made his first court appearance in connection with the killing of two young women
South Africa
Lenacapavir: A game-changer in South Africa’s HIV prevention strategy
Lenacapavir: A game-changer in South Africa’s HIV prevention strategy
By William Baloyi
When President Donald Trump issued an executive order suspending all foreign aid to South Africa, in January this year, we immediately set about finding solutions. Among the most pressing was to ensure that our life saving HIV and AIDS programme continued to function.
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South Africa
LIVE: Senzo Meyiwa Murder Trial | 29 October 2025
Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues with the cross-examination of Muzi Sibiya.

South Africa
KZN MEC Urges AI Safeguards for Artists at G20 Culture Working Group Meeting
As the world accelerates into the digital age, KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture, Mntomuhle Khawula, has called for stronger protections for artists’ intellectual property and moral rights amid the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital innovation. Speaking at the fourth G20 Culture Working Group (CWG) Meeting in Zimbali, KwaZulu-Natal, on Monday, […]

World
Trump says he’s confident of a deal ahead of Xi meeting
President Trump has confidently predicted striking a deal with China’s leader, who he’s set to meet Thursday.
World
Schools close and island life is under threat as Greece reckons with low birth rates
In Greece, fewer babies means difficult decisions, especially on remote islands where low birth rates are forcing some schools to close and raising questions about the future of island culture.

World
El Fasher falls to RSF as Sudan army loses final Darfur stronghold
Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces took control of El Fasher, leaving hundreds of thousands of residents trapped under RSF control and at risk of being killed.

World
Sudanese-American poet talks about the fall of her hometown El Fasher
NPR’s Leila Fadel speaks with Sudanese-American poet Emi Mahmoud about the fall of Al-Fashir to the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan.

Africa
Holders Nigeria lead qualifiers for 2026 Wafcon
Reigning champions Nigeria qualify for next year’s tournament alongside Cape Verde and Malawi who will make their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations debut.

Africa
Airtel Africa reports strong H1 2025 results
Airtel Money continues to advance financial inclusion, with customer numbers growing by 20% to 49.8 million

Africa
Move to block freedom of expression in Zimbabwe
Opposition figures like Tendai Biti condemned the actions as ‘desperate daylight terrorism’ and an attack on the constitution

Africa
Plane with 12 on board crashes near Kenya’s coast
Local media are showing images of the plane in flames on the ground with debris scattered at the crash site.
Business

Business
CTU marks cybersecurity month with a call to upskill the whole workforce
Cybersecurity is no longer the sole responsibility of the IT department.
Business

Business
Bad news for anyone who likes to braai in South Africa
Despite the overall cooling of food price inflation, certain categories like meat are still running hot, making it a costly affair to have a braai at the moment.

Politics
Crime Prevention Wardens Programme was an election ploy: DA
The DA in Gauteng wants Panyaza Lesufi to be ousted as Premier.

Politics
Madlanga Commission hears about rifle found at Molefe’s home
Captain Maxwell Wanda was a tactical commander in the Political Killings Task Team.

Politics
ANC describes no confidence motion in Morero as opportunistic
The ANC lambasted several of its coalition partners, including UDM & Al-Jamah for filing the motion

Politics
LIVE: Madlanga Commission of Inquiry | 29 October 2025
Madlanga Commission of Inquiry into allegations of criminality in SAPS continues.

Sport
Wiegman ‘not very positive’ about Agyemang injury
England manager Sarina Wiegman says she is “not very positive” about Michelle Agyemang’s injury after the forward was carried off on a stretcher during their friendly win against Australia.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs news wrap: Ighodaro headache, Msimango inspires
News wrap on 29 October.

Sport
Hlompho Kekana lashes out at Kaizer Chiefs duo
Mamelodi Sundowns legend Hlompho Kekana has strongly condemned the actions of two Kaizer Chiefs players.

Sport
Abdeslam slams Pirates players despite cup win
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou was not a happy man despite his side claiming a 2-1 win over Magesi FC.
Education
Facing Crisis, Talladega College Sells Its Art Treasures
An H.B.C.U.’s remarkable Hale Woodruff murals commemorating Black history have been bought by an art museum and two foundations. But the college says it is not completely letting go.
Education
What College Students Are Worried About Right Now
As political battles upend college campuses, we asked dozens of students what is on their minds as they plan for the future. Politics was only part of it.
Education
A.I. Threatens Our Ability to Understand the World
Artificial intelligence threatens students’ most basic skills. If they lose their ability to understand what they read, will they lose their ability to think?
Education
Mali: Education in Mali Shuttered Amid Islamist Armed Group’s Siege
[HRW] Junta Closes Schools, Universities Nationwide
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Spot these ‘Secret Seven’ animals on your next safari
Spotting the ‘Secret Seven’ during a safari is a sightseer’s dream. Here’s how you can find these cunning animals…
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
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Entertainment
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Entertainment

Science/Tech
FirstRand Buys StanChart Zambia In Major Scale Push
In a major strategic move to dominate the Zambian financial sector, FirstRand has announced a definitive agreement to acquire the wealth and retail banking business of Standard Chartered Bank Zambia PLC. This landmark deal is a direct execution of FirstRand’s plan to aggressively scale its broader Africa portfolio. The acquisition will see FNB Zambia, which […]

Science/Tech
Microsoft-backed learning platform for TVETs debuts
The tool for technical and vocational education and training college students enables the path to demand-led, digital economy careers.

Science/Tech
Amazon announces early Black Friday deals in South Africa
The e-commerce giant provided a sneak peek of its upcoming discounts, which will be available between 31 October and 7 November 2025.

Science/Tech
E-mail signatures an untapped opportunity for MSPs
Managed service providers could offer signature design as an additional service to their customers, says Prodata.
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
WATCH: Sneak peek of Suzuki Victoris that could head for SA [VIDEO]
Japanese brand commits to diverse new energy solutions, including flex fuel and gas.

Motoring
Toyota GR Cup finishes with a podium for The Citizen
Dramatic final gave The Citizen’s rookie driver his first taste of rostrum life.

Health
‘Chances missed,’ says damning report into surgeon
An NHS trust failed to act upon recommendations made in 2016, a report into child surgeries finds.
Health
Steven Hatfill, Covid Vaccine Critic, Is Ousted From HHS
Dr. Hatfill said he was pushed out by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s chief of staff, who fired him when he refused to resign.
Health
The science behind how fake tan works on your skin
Sliced Bread looks into the chemical reaction that happens – and whether it’s harmful.
Health
Texas Sues Tylenol Makers, Claiming They Hid Autism Risks
The lawsuit follows claims by President Trump that linked use by pregnant women of acetaminophen to autism, a connection that is unproven.
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.