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WATCH LIVE | Madlanga commission continues
The Madlanga inquiry into corruption in the justice system continues

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Pakistan struck a rehab centre and killed 269 Afghans. Their families want to know why
There are calls to investigate the 16 March airstrike – which the UN says likely killed more – as a war crime.

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Is SA winning the war against rhino poaching? Latest incidents
Rhino poaching cases have dropped in South Africa, but new attacks and syndicate violence keep pressure on rangers.

South Africa
Ramaphosa will open 2026 Africa Travel Indaba in Durban today
Africa Travel Indaba showcases top tourism products from across the continent.

South Africa
LIVE | TRC Cases | Khampepe Commission of Inquiry
The TRC Cases Inquiry is taking place in Newtown, Johannesburg.

South Africa
LIVE | Senzo Meyiwa murder trial, 12 May 2026
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria.

South Africa
LIVE | Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, 12 May 2026
Madlanga Commission is probing alleged political interference in the criminal justice system.

World
Israeli lawmakers set up tribunal, allow for death penalty for October 2023 attackers
The measure passed 93-0 in the 120-seat Knesset, or parliament, reflecting widespread support for punishing those found responsible for what was the deadliest attack in Israel’s history.

World
EU diplomats agree to sanction Hamas leaders and Israeli settlers
The unanimous decision by the European Union, agreed to on Monday, was sparked by growing outrage over the devastation in Gaza during the Israel-Hamas war.

World
US in closely-guarded talks to open new bases in Greenland
It is seeking to open three bases in the south of the Arctic territory, according to multiple officials familiar with the talks.

World
Why welfare isn’t winning elections in India like it used to
India’s welfare politics still matters, but voters increasingly want jobs, growth and dignity too.

Africa
France seeks to move beyond colonial ties by meeting African leaders in Kenya
In a first since these meetings started in the 1970s, this move reflects a change in France’s thinking.

Africa
Warning that increase in shipping around South Africa to avoid Middle East could harm whales
Ships have rerouted around the Cape of Good Hope since 2023 to avoid conflicts in the Middle East.

Africa
Body of US soldier who went missing in Morocco has been found and identified
A search is still ongoing for the second US soldier who went missing during a multinational military training exercise in Morocco.

Africa
Former Botswana President Festus Mogae dies aged 86
Announcing his death, President Duma Boko said Mogae was “a distinguished statesman and patriot”.

Business
GoTyme Bank is no.1 app in SA as it hits one million app migrations
Less than three months since launching its new app, GoTyme Bank, formerly TymeBank, has successfully migrated over one million customers – marking a major milestone for South Africa’s fastest-growing digital bank.

Business
Woolworths CEO responds to ending ties with its iconic chocolate maker after 34 years
Woolworths CEO Roy Bagattini has responded to claims that the retailer is a corporate bully after the liquidation of Beyers Chocolates.
Business

Business
Endowments and sinking funds – helping you plan smarter for the future
Endowments and sinking funds are both practical estate planning tools.

Politics
Ramaphosa to take Parliament’s Independent Panel report on review
President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasised that he will not resign over the Phala Phala matter.

Politics
LIVE | Ramaphosa addresses nation on Phala Phala ConCourt judgment
President Cyril Ramaphosa os expected to address the nation on Phala Phala ConCourt judgment

Politics
Ramaphosa to address the nation on Phala Phala judgment
The court ruled on that the rules governing Parliament’s impeachment process were unconstitutional.

Politics
Parliament still considering no-confidence motion requests against Ramaphosa
Parliament is still considering two requests for motions of no confidence against Ramaphosa.

Sport
Archibald retires from cycling after falling ‘in love’ with nursing
Three-time Olympic medallist Katie Archibald retires from cycling – despite being previously chosen for Scotland’s 2026 Commonwealth Games team – having “fallen in love” with her new career as a nurse.

Sport
Higgins hopes Aviva fixture is ‘the first of many’
Ireland’s Eve Higgins hopes Sunday’s Six Nations game against Scotland at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium will be “the first of many”.

Sport
URC: Kick off times for SA teams this weekend
Here are all the kick off times to note for the South African sides as the URC heads into a crucial final round of pool matches.

Sport
Chiefs coach reveals why key players missed Sekhukhune clash
Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef has explained notable absentees during the club’s important victory over Sekhukhune United.
Education
Instructure Strikes Deal for Hackers for Return of Canvas Data
Instructure, which provides Canvas software to thousands of schools and universities around the world, did not say what it had given the hackers in exchange for the stolen data.
Education
Nigeria: ASUU Threatens Strike Over Govt’s Plan to Scrap ‘Irrelevant’ Courses in Varsities
[Leadership] The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), have threatened to embark on indefinite strike over federal government’s plan to scrap some academic programmes termed as ‘irrelevant’ across Nigerian universities
Education
Nigeria: Govt Waives UTME for Candidates With Four Credits Seeking Admission Into Colleges of Education
[This Day] Abuja — The Federal Government has announced that candidates seeking admission into Colleges of Education for the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) programme will no longer be required to sit for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
Education
Nigeria: JAMB Sets 150 As Cut-Off Mark for University Admissions
[Vanguard] The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has fixed 150 as the minimum cut-off mark for admission into Nigerian universities for the 2026 academic session.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Wings Over Winelands Airshow takes over Somerset West
Aviation aficionados, rejoice! The Wings Over Winelands Airshow is coming to Somerset West this weekend. Here are all the details…
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Bafana World Cup squad announcement looms
There is a bit of a scrap for two of the goalkeeping positions.

Entertainment
Cape storms rival Durban floods as national disaster declared
Experts say twin weather systems dumped 200 to 300mm rain with 100km/h winds, comparing impact to 2022 KwaZulu-Natal floods.

Entertainment
Toyota ‘open’ to unleashing a fully fledged GR RAV4
If approved, the GR RAV4 will use the T24A-FTS 2.4-litre turbocharged engine with or without hybrid assistance.

Entertainment
Stormers know what’s coming in Cardiff: ‘They like running the ball’
The Stormers are looking to finish the URC pool stage on a high with a win over Cardiff that could see them finish top of the log.
Science/Tech
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Testifies In OpenAI Trial
The Musk v. Altman trial entered its third week Monday, with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and former OpenAI co-founder and renowned AI researcher Ilya Sutskever taking the stand. Nadella testified that Elon Musk never raised concerns to him that Microsoft’s investments in OpenAI violated any special commitments, and said he viewed the partnership as clearly commercial from the start. He also...

Science/Tech
Enterprise-grade electronic signature automation
SigniFlow’s automation ecosystem, comprising its API, Event Handler, Digital Signing Server and Automation Server, addresses enterprise-scale workflow automation.

Science/Tech
LinkShadow advances unified cyber security with AI-powered Cyber Mesh Platform at ITWeb Security Summit 2026
At ITWeb Security Summit 2026, LinkShadow will demonstrate how its unified platform helps companies strengthen cyber resilience while simplifying security operations.

Science/Tech
SMS + RCS + WhatsApp
Unpacking the best channel use cases for business messaging.

Motoring
Motorists warned about the 20km/h rule in South Africa
Motorists in South Africa have been warned that driving too fast can lead to serious problems when making an insurance claim.

Motoring
Toyota to build new car factory in India
Toyota plans to build a new SUV assembly plant in India, the country where most of South Africa’s cars are imported from.

Motoring
5 things to look for when buying a used car
Looking for the right things when buying a used car could save you money and trouble in the long-term.

Motoring
The difference between diesel 50ppm and 500ppm in South Africa
The differences between diesel 50ppm and 500ppm go well beyond their price tags.
Health
Supreme Court Continues Access to Abortion Pill by Mail, for a Few Days
Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. has paused until at least Thursday a federal appeals court ruling against the Food and Drug Administration that would restrict access by mail to mifepristone.
Health
Cruise Ship Hit by Hantavirus Leaves Canary Islands and Sails Toward Netherlands
The last evacuees disembarked in the Canary Islands, and a smaller crew is now en route to Rotterdam, where the ship will be disinfected, officials said.
Health
Kennedy Is Driving a Vast Inquiry Into Vaccines, Despite His Public Silence
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has toned down his public criticism of vaccines, under orders from the White House. But inside his department, a sprawling research effort is a top priority.
Health
Kennedy Is Driving a Vast Inquiry Into Vaccines, Despite His New Silence on the Issue
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has toned down his public criticism of vaccines, under orders from the White House. But inside his department, a sprawling research effort is a top priority.