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Old Joe, who stands guard in the Lowveld, is a painted rock with a rich history, shaped by artist Ghost and loved by travellers.

British rider Tom Pidcock crashed into a ravine on Friday and will miss the remainder of the race.

Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis launched missiles at Israel on Saturday, their first such attack since the start of the Iran war, heightening the risk that a conflict that has entered its fifth week could expand further across the region

The assassination of Khamenei was another blatant violation of international law. It was also part of a broader strategy to eliminate moderate leaders, whose absence is then used to justify replacing diplomacy with military campaigns

The NCT confirmed settlement between the NCC and Cartrack, including fines and refunds…

Police investigate two separate shooting incidents on the Cape Flats that left five people dead…

City Parks says Muslim burials will continue in line with religious requirements

South Africa’s iconic Market Theater, born in the darkest days of apartheid and a force for change, is celebrating its 50th anniversary.

As the war in Iran reaches the one-month mark, a Iranian strike on a U.S. airbase in Saudi Arabia wounded several U.S. service members.

More than 70 people were killed during an uprising last year which ousted Oli’s government.

For half a century, BBC Russian had to fend off jammers. Now its website is blocked, but millions still read it.

A senior member of the Moroccan government says the country was “ready to host” the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations this month despite the decision to delay it until July.

Reports say the US pressured France to rescind Ramaphosa’s invitation after Trump threatened to boycott the summit.

Women in Kenya and Ghana tell the BBC about being approached by a Russian man who later posts videos of them without their consent.

Fecofoot president Jean-Guy Mayolas remains on the run after being sentenced to life imprisonment earlier this month for embezzling $1.1m in Fifa funds.

The Gautrain is entering a new era of management, with the world-class infrastructure project set for a massive expansion.

Eighty20 revealed that pizza is South Africa’s second-most-popular fast food type, behind chicken, which dominates the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) sector.

The 2026 World Happiness Report, compiled by the University of Oxford’s Wellbeing Research Centre, ranked South Africa 101st out of 147 countries.

Social media posts claimed Newcastle’s scene was thriving, but venues claim it is not the case.

Brink was speaking to the SABC at the DA’s Johannesburg Regional Elective Congress.

The provincial secretary has also released a letter informing delegates to leave for home

The conference started on Thursday without any reported hindrances

Craig McLeish will continue as St Mirren interim manager until the end of the season, the Scottish Premiership club have confirmed.

BBC golf correspondent Iain Carter assesses where Tiger Woods’ latest arrest leaves his legacy.

Former Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Jackson Mabokgwane is confident that Sipho Chaine will make the final squad for the World Cup.

Orlando Pirates could release Tapelo Xoki at the end of the season. The 30-year-old has been battling with an injury.

School food has suffered at the hands of politics and economics for almost 50 years

Almost a generation has passed since Jamie Oliver’s four-part Channel 4 documentary series Jamie’s School Dinners exposed the unhealthy reality of the food served to pupils at lunchtime, including – notoriously – fat-heavy, meat-light Turkey Twizzlers. It proved a shaming and effective intervention. His...

Study backed by Jamie Oliver finds pupils are foregoing sit-down meals for often less healthy, convenient options

Pupils in England are routinely eating pizza slices, sausage rolls and paninis for lunch as school canteens become dominated by a “grab-and-go” culture of unhealthy food.

Convenience foods eaten on the move are ousting sit-down meals as the main way secondary pupils in England...

Parents say new government guidance on restricting children’s screen time has to be “realistic”.

What do South Africans really eat? New data reveals the country’s top fast food choices and they might just surprise you.

Thobile MaKhumalo’s fans were thrilled to see just how gorgeous her older sister, Nokuthula Khumalo, truly is.

Nandipha Magudumana’s mother has died whilst she is being held in custody ahead of her trial for aiding Thabo Bester’s prison escape.

Paws on the Promenade returns to Sea Point next month. Here’s how you and your dog can make a difference for a good cause!

Coach JP Pietersen said the decision to swop out the front row in the 30th minute worked perfectly.

With a price tag well below R700 000, an expansive list of features and rugged styling, the T2’s success hasn’t been surprising.

The Limpopo ANC is celebrating after Dr Phophi Ramathuba was elected as the first woman chairperson of Limpopo.

Much interest will be on how Damian Willemse does starting on the right wing for the Stormers against Edinburgh.

We tested Garmin’s GPS-enabled fitness trackers and found the perfect picks for casual hikers, backcountry skiers, and more.

Slap a case on your shiny new Pixel, whether you have the Pixel 10a, Pixel 10, or Pixel 10 Pro XL. We also have recommendations for Qi2 chargers and other accessories.

Companies hope that biometric age-verification tech in cartridges could put flavored vapes back in business. But it’s unlikely to solve the real problems.

Chery has big plans for the South African automotive sector.

Mercedes-Benz has a factory in South Africa that exports thousands of luxury cars every month.

South Africa may not be ready for self-driving cars.

These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week.

Demand for ultrasound has increased but too few people are being trained for the job, sonographers warn.