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The DA has condemned Gauteng’s Education Department for leaving thousands of learners unplaced with the school year only days away, but the DA-run Western Cape is struggling with the same crisis.

Data shows that sick pay rates in South Africa are among the best in Africa, with employees earning an average of R1,863.29 in mandatory sick pay for a week off.

Bontle Modiselle, a renowned dance sensation, plans to teach amapiano dance moves in Thailand in March, marking her role as a cultural ambassador for South African dance.

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UMALUSI reports that over 300 subjects were written at 9 400 examination centres for matric 2025

Soil of Africa wants accountability from authorities regarding learner school placements for 2026

62 year old man suspected of raping a 37 year old woman appears at Thabamoopo Magistrate’s Court

Commissioned by NPR in December in partnership with Ipsos, the share of people who believe the U.S. is a moral leader dropped to 39% from 60% in a similar poll conducted in 2017.

President Trump wants U.S. oil companies to help revitalize Venezuela’s struggling oil industry. But with oil prices low and the political future uncertain, oil companies may be reluctant to gamble.

President Trump has said the U.S. may be “running” Venezuela for years, raising questions about the administration’s plans for the country and how long they might take.

NPR’s Steve Inskeep speaks with Washington Post columnist David Ignatius about what the U.S. staying in Venezuela for years might look like and the history of U.S. involvement in other countries.

The Royal Court found the funds were “more likely than not” proceeds from a corrupt scheme.

Michel Nkuka Mboladinga stood motionless throughout DR Congo’s Afcon matches in tribute to Patrice Lumumba.

The organisers of a professional women’s tournament which has gone viral because of a wildcard player’s poor performance acknowledge she should not have been allowed to play.

The Half of a Yellow Sun and We Should All Be Feminists writer’s twin boys were born in 2024.

Business Talk is the go-to place to enjoy engaging discussions with South Africa’s foremost business leaders.

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Valterra Platinum is one of Anchor Capital’s stock picks for 2026, with the company expected to outperform is competitors.

Early data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) shows that fuel price recoveries are building for a significant cut at the pumps in February—if current market conditions continue.

ANC Treasurer General Dr Gwen Ramokgopa says party policies are immune from business influence. 

NFP to hold media briefing to address the party’s position regarding its participation in KZN GPU

Minister Siviwe Gwarube set to brief the media to outline measures to tighten matric exam security

Ramaphosa spoke to community members in Ward 21, Boitekong, during an ANC outreach in North West.

NFL analyst Phoebe Schecter gives her predictions as this season’s play-offs begin with Wildcard Weekend.

Everton say they are “surprised and disappointed” after their appeal against Michael Keane’s red card against Wolves is rejected.

Livingston host Kilmarnock in a vital match at the bottom of the Scottish Premiership as Martin O’Neill returns to the Celtic dugout and Hearts new boy Jordi Altena bids to build on a promising debut.

Wales head coach Craig Bellamy describes Terry Yorath’s impact on Welsh football as “immeasurable” as tributes are paid to the late ex-Wales boss.

The City of Johannesburg has launched an investigation into 17 residential properties in Bryanston, suspected of being hijacked.

A big cat sanctuary – Panthera Africa – in the Western Cape has been severely burned amid raging wildfires…

Police share key tips to help the public stay safe from this scam.

The NFP has also requested Mbali Shinga to resign from her role as MEC for Social Development.

Nyaba has previously made similar allegations on social media.

Johannesburg – A selected group of 50 South African students is travelling to study e-commerce in China. The graduates selected from 21 Technical, Vocational and Education Training (TVET) colleges will receive training in e-commerce and global exposure in international retail standards and trade trends. The students will depart from OR Tambo International Airport on Monday, […]

MyBroadband recently found that Cell C allows WASPs to send USSD-based pop-up advertisements to customers on its network.

Scientists at UCL say drug developers should focus on two risk-raising variants of the Apoe gene

New therapies for Alzheimer’s disease should target a particular gene linked to the condition, according to researchers who said most cases would never arise if its harmful effects were neutralised.

The call to action follows the arrival of the first wave of drugs that aim to treat Alzheimer’s...

Toyota sold an average of 405 cars per day in South Africa in 2025.

Volvo plans to launch a new luxury SUV and sedan in South Africa this year.

Global automakers are pressing ahead with aggressive price cuts in early 2026, defying Beijing’s efforts to rein in discounts.

This Chinese carmaker is rapidly expanding in South Africa with considerable sales figures across its various brands.

In Birmingham hospitals knives are regularly found, with one produced by a patient ready for an MRI.

Ski Sunday’s Ed Leigh and Chemmy Alcott share advice on how to keep safe and warm.