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SELLO HATANG | When Kruger National Park came to me
I have driven thousands of kilometres in search of wildlife. I have sat patiently in the bushveld waiting for a lion to yawn, an elephant to cross the road, or a leopard to emerge from the shadows like a politician suddenly appearing very active during el

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Bridgestone issues tyre safety recall in South Africa
Duravis R660 Eco commercial tyre may suffer tread delamination

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Ofcom partially upholds police watchdog complaint about BBC’s Chris Kaba doc
The complaint concerned claims made on a Panorama episode on Kaba, who was killed in 2022.

South Africa
Table Mountain temporarily closed due to inclement weather
Visitors are urged to remain cautious around rivers, streams, mountain paths and coastal areas.
South Africa
Parliament to reopen Section 89 process after court ruling
Parliament to reopen Section 89 process after court ruling
The Speaker of the National Assembly, Thoko Didiza, has outlined the steps Parliament will take following a landmark Constitutional Court judgment that declared parts of the National Assembly’s impeachment rules unconstitutional and ordered the revival of the Section 89 process linked to the Independent Panel report...

South Africa
Steenhuisen satisfied with FMD vaccination rollout campaign
Minister Steenhuisen has expressed satisfaction with the FMD vaccination.
South Africa
Call for innovation and partnerships at Africa’s Travel Indaba
Call for innovation and partnerships at Africa’s Travel Indaba
The Deputy Minister of Tourism Maggie Sotyu has called for stronger collaboration, innovation and community-driven growth in Africa’s tourism sector.
Sotyu made the call as leaders and stakeholders gathered for the Business Opportunity Networking Day (BONDay), the official precursor to Africa’s Travel Indaba...

World
Dozens of Nigerian fishermen feared dead after Chad air strikes on Boko Haram
A fishermen’s leader tells the BBC that 40 people are feared dead – either in the strikes or drowning as they tried to flee.

World
Bosnia’s powerful peace envoy quits, with questions over role’s future
Christian Schmidt had been in the role since 2021, and departs after appearing to lose the backing of the United States.

World
Watch: Parachuting to a remote island to deliver Hantavirus aid
A specialist team helped supply critical medical support to Tristan da Cunha in the South Atlantic.

World
Trump rejects Iran’s ceasefire proposal response. And, Congress to tackle ICE funding
Trump rejected Iran’s response to a U.S. peace proposal, calling it “totally unacceptable.” And, Congressional Republicans are trying to push for three years of funding for immigration enforcement.

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”.

Africa
South Africa court rules impeachment proceedings against president should not have been blocked
The ruling could have huge implications for the political future of Cyril Ramaphosa.

Business
Ovo energy customers urged not to panic as takeover planned
All existing tariffs will be honoured in full under a planned deal that could create Britain’s largest energy supplier.

Business
New BEE laws another shot in the foot for South Africa
Every rand spent on complying with South Africa’s bureaucratic transformation legislation is a rand not spent on service delivery, says Business Leadership South Africa CEO, Busi Mavuso.
Business
Business

Politics
Ramaphosa has nowhere to hide regarding Phala Phala: Malema
Malema says the EFF will deal with the Phala Phala ruling as an urgent matter.

Politics
ANC locked in meeting with Speaker to discuss Phala Phala saga
Luthuli House is yet to brief the nation on the way forward.

Politics
LIVE | Malema addresses the Central Youth Elections Task Force
EFF’s Julius Malema addresses the Central Youth Elections Task Force.

Politics
LIVE | Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, 11 May 2026
A news witness takes the stand at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.

Sport
Cardoso breaks silence on Sundowns fixture controversy
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says the club could not play their final Betway Premiership fixture before the CAF Champions League second leg.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs coach sends message to Amakhosi nation
Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef believes qualifying for next season’s CAF Confederation Cup was the least the club could achieve.

Sport
Updated SA schools rugby First XV rankings: Top 20
Traditional SA rugby schools are making headway and placing huge pressure on the current surprise leaders with changes accross the top 20.

Sport
Dravid named as Dublin franchise co-owner for ETPL
India cricket legend Rahul Dravid is announced as co-owner of the final European T20 Premier League franchise, based out of Dublin.
Education
West Africa: Liberia to Host First-Ever Student-Led Chemistry Symposium in Gbarnga
[Liberian Observer] Liberia is poised to make history on May 16, 2026, with the hosting of its first-ever Student-Led Chemistry Symposium, an initiative expected to bring together 750 students in a major push to strengthen practical science education.
Education
Kenya: Ruto Says CBE Reforms Preparing Kenyan Learners for AI-Driven Global Job Market
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Kenya is reforming the education system to ensure that learners keep pace with a fast-changing global labour market, especially in technology, President William Ruto has said.
Education
Nigeria: Full List – Nigerian Universities and Cut-Off Marks for 2026 Admission
[Vanguard] The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has released the minimum Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) cut-off marks approved by universities across the country for the 2026 admission exercise, with Pan-Atlantic University setting the highest benchmark at 220.
Education
South Africa: All Western Cape Schools Shut as Storm Intensifies
[allAfrica] Western Cape Education MEC David Maynier announced on Monday afternoon that every school in the province would be closed on Tuesday, 12 May, as the severe weather battering the region showed no sign of letting up.
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Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
No end to deadlock as Iran, US reject talks terms
Iran calls for frozen assets release and port blockade end after Trump slams counteroffer as unacceptable.

Entertainment
US, French evacuees from hantavirus ship test positive
An American and French woman evacuated from MV Hondius tested positive as Spain defends repatriation measures.

Entertainment
Tyla to perform at Fifa World Cup opening ceremonies with other global music stars
Grammy winner Tyla continues dominating global stages with two Fifa World Cup performances confirmed across North America

Entertainment
Checkers Sixty60 suspended in Western Cape and parts of Eastern Cape
The delivery service has been suspended for the safety of drivers.

Science/Tech
Aleen Inc. Announces Its OTC Market Listing
Toronto, Ontario — May 11, 2026 — Aleen Inc., a digital wellness company, is pleased to announce that its shares officially commenced trading on the OTC market on May 4, 2026. The OTC listing represents an important milestone in Aleen Inc.’s continued international growth strategy and reflects the Company’s commitment to expanding access to global capital […]

Science/Tech
Pressure builds on Vodacom’s South African mobile business
With voice revenue falling and customer growth stalled, Vodacom is struggling to cash in on surging data traffic.
Science/Tech
TikTok launches £3.99 subscription for no ads in UK
Those who don’t subscribe will be able to use the platform for free – but be shown personalised ads by default.

Science/Tech
Top ICT tenders: Home Affairs looks to digital transformation
Disparate projects have resulted in several systemic challenges, says the Department of Home Affairs.
Motoring

Motoring
South Africa’s R313 billion plan to fix its transport sector
The Department of Transport has a medium-term budget of R313 billion to fix South Africa’s crumbling transport infrastructure.
Motoring

Motoring
South Africa’s car industry under siege
Cheap Chinese car imports are putting immense pressure on South Africa’s automotive industry.

Health
Concern ‘dangerous’ performance enhancers are being sold online
UK Anti-Doping have published research into SARMs being sold on social media platforms. The survey found a third of people aged 16-25 see ads for SARMs every week.
Health
A Single Infusion Could Suppress H.I.V. for Years, Study Suggests
A study of a few patients, to be presented this week, showed promise for a type of therapy that has already cured some blood cancers.

Health
Newcastle’s Burn on mental health and importance of asking for help
Newcastle United Foundation has painted benches in the city’s Leazes Park to highlight mental health and encourage fans to talk to each other.Defender Dan Burn spoke to BBC Sport about the work being done and how important it is to “check in”.

Health
‘We have to respond to women’s health needs more easily’
Groups in Liverpool are trying to remedy the historical under-resourcing of women’s healthcare.