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New chapter for billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s banking giant
TymeBank has rebranded to GoTyme Bank, starting a fresh chapter for the company along with a newly launched app.
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TymeBank has rebranded to GoTyme Bank, starting a fresh chapter for the company along with a newly launched app.

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WhatsApp chats from Witness F reveal that Vusimusi ‘Cat’ Matlala allegedly met with Gauteng’s head of organised crime, Richard Shibiri, at the home of suspended deputy commissioner Lt-Gen Shadrack Sibiya on September 14, 2024.

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Witness F has alleged the office of deputy police minister Cassel Mathale pressured police to execute a warrant of arrest against celebrity basher Musa Khawula for insulting ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula.
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Pakistan’s security forces used drones and helicopters to wrest control of a southwestern town from separatist insurgents after a three-day battle, police said on Wednesday, as the death toll in the weekend’s violence rose to 58.

South Africa
Eleven people died when the Toyota Quantum taxi they were travelling in collided with a truck.
South Africa
Illegal mining bleeds billions from economy, says Mantashe
Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Gwede Mantashe, has warned that illegal mining is one of the most pressing challenges facing South Africa’s mining sector – costing the economy billions in lost revenue.
The Minister was delivering remarks at the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) National Inquiry into...
South Africa
R24m bridge set to transform access in Engcobo
Residents of the Chaba Administrative Area (Ward 1) in Engcobo are one step closer to safer travel, improved access to services and new job opportunities, following the official introduction of a contractor for the long-awaited Chaba Bridge and access road.
For years, community members have had to contend with difficult and often unsafe...
South Africa
Mining Indaba to strengthen collaboration between government, investors
Next week’s Mining Indaba Investment Forum will provide an opportunity for direct engagement between government and investors, with a strong emphasis on strengthening collaboration between the public and private sectors. This as the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), in partnership with...

World
The Winter Olympics brings hundreds of the world’s best winter athletes to northern Italy, where they will face off in 16 different sports across two and a half weeks. Here’s how to follow along.

World
As the United States considers possible military action against Iran, it’s also weighing another military move — withdrawing the last U.S. forces from Syria.

World
As Sudan’s humanitarian crisis deepens, the U.S. and global allies have pledged millions more in assistance, but diplomatic roadblocks and aid obstructions are hindering progress.

World
A new round of peace talks to end Russia’s war on Ukraine begin Wednesday in Abu Dhabi.

Africa
The surprise move that may threaten the stability of the coalition government of which the DA is a key partner.

Africa
The appointment of a dead opposition politician to a presidential panel caused embarrassment.

Africa
Abiy Ahmed admitted for the first time in parliament that Eritrean troops had killed people in Aksum.

Africa
Hodan Mohamud Diiriye faced a firing squad after being found guilty of beating Saabirin Saylaan to death.

Business
Floods to the east and droughts to the west as South Africa classifies yet another national disaster, calling for all organs of state to take action.

Business
Precious metal price voliatility continues as geopolitical tensions push investors to safe-haven assets.
Business
Business

Politics
The DA won a seat from the ANC in Langeberg Ward four by-election.

Politics
EFF leader Julius Malema addresses the media on the outcomes of the EFF meeting at the weekend.

Politics
Zuma and Thales failed to convince the court that another court would come to a different conclusion

Politics
DA leader John Steenhuisen addressed the media in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal on Wednesday.

Sport
It is a matter of when, not if, Gregor Brown becomes a cornerstone of Scotland’s forward pack, writes Tom English.

Sport
England head coach Brendon McCullum wants “outstanding” Harry Brook to be “protected”, following criticism over his behaviour on the winter tours of New Zealand and Australia.

Sport
John Virgo commentates on Kyren Wilson’s Masters victory in January 2026.

Sport
It’s 20 years to the day since Alan Shearer became Newcastle United’s all-time leading goalscorer, with his 201st strike in black and white. But which of his 206 Toon goals stand out? Alan picked his favourites earlier this season on Football Focus, live from St James’ Park.
Education
Scrutiny of university classrooms is being formalized, with new laws requiring professors to post syllabuses and tip lines for students to complain.
Education
[Premium Times] The Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, announced the decision on Tuesday

Education
Formal approval given for new university group to operate from August, with both institutions keeping their names
The universities of Greenwich and Kent have confirmed they have been given formal approval to merge into the UK’s first “super-university”.
The merged entity will be the third-largest higher education institution in the UK, the universities said, and is consulting on being named the...
Education
[Liberian Investigator] MONROVIA — Liberia has released its first national scorecard measuring how well the country is delivering on promises made to educate and protect girls, offering a long-awaited snapshot of both progress achieved and challenges that persist.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
ICE in? Gayton McKenzie has backed US President Donald Trump’s administration, including the recent violent clashes with immigrants.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
GT will utilise a tri-motor electric setup, with all-wheel drive, 735 kW and a reported range of 770 km.

Entertainment
Both the flight instructor and a student pilot were seriously injured in the crash and rushed to hospital

Entertainment
LHWP Phase 2 is nearing completion, and the province still faces challenges from water losses, ageing infrastructure, and high consumption rates.

Entertainment
Lunga Mofokeng joins ‘Skeem Saam’ as a charismatic teacher with secrets.

Science/Tech
TymeBank has officially transitioned to GoTyme Bank, marking the next chapter in the bank’s evolution as part of the global Tyme Group – a banking group operating across multiple markets and serving 20 million customers worldwide. This change also introduces a new digital experience through the new GoTyme app. The GoTyme Bank brand more clearly expresses […]

Science/Tech
New data shows AI bots pushing deeper into the web, prompting publishers to roll out more aggressive defenses.

Science/Tech
As stablecoin adoption rises, traditional financial institutions are rushing meet the needs of businesses and consumers.

Science/Tech
The current digital landscape in South Africa is being transformed by the development of new mobile-first platforms, which have made smartphones the focal point for entertainment and payment systems. With more and more people in South Africa opting for mobile devices for their activities, including entertainment, payment, and purchase of goods and services, the design […]
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
The National Consumer Commission has issued a recall for South Africa’s cheapest hatchback.

Motoring
Citroën has updated the affordable C3 crossover for South Africa.
Health
The legislation will impose new restrictions on pharmacy benefit managers, giant companies like CVS Caremark, Optum Rx and Express Scripts that oversee prescription drug benefits.

Health
A leaked review uncovers “bullying and harassment” and “violent behaviour” at Wales’ largest hospital.

Health
Hospices caring for people at the end of their lives are at risk because funding is “unsustainable”.
Health
The organization’s latest guidance is a departure from the prevailing views of several other major medical organizations.