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More solar farms on the way after record renewables auction
The results have been welcomed by climate and clean energy groups but could face opposition from local communities.
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The results have been welcomed by climate and clean energy groups but could face opposition from local communities.

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The Madlanga commission of inquiry hearings into allegations of corruption in the criminal justice system, chaired by retired deputy chief justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, continue on Tuesday.

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South Africa’s Corruption Perception Index score has stagnated for three years in a row, with the country remaining below the global average.

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With Arsenal playing twice this week in FPL, a triple-up on their assets is a no-brainer – and why not captain Mr Reliable, Gabriel?

South Africa
The Madlanga Commission continues to hear witness testimony.

South Africa
Thabo Bester was transferred from Kgosi Mampuru Prison to the eBongweni Super Maximum prison.

South Africa
The Gauteng Education Department has admitted that the strike has affected learning and teaching.

South Africa
Severe thunderstorms are expected in southern KZN, bringing heavy downpours and damaging winds.
World
Convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell refused on Monday to answer questions from US lawmakers, but her attorney said she was prepared to speak if granted clemency by US President Donald Trump.

World
The landmark decision said “legitimate intimate relationships” must not be “legally invisible”.
World
Australia’s Prime Minister said on Tuesday he was “devastated” by scenes of clashes at a Sydney rally against a visit by Israeli President Isaac Herzog, but defended the police’s actions against protesters.

World
The Gordie Howe International Bridge, which connects Michigan to Ontario, is set to open this year.

Africa
Since 2022, Zambia has rolled out free education from primary through secondary school, boosting enrolment by over 2.3 million learners. As Hakainde Hichilema’s government seeks to entrench the policy in law, the opposition warns of overcrowded classrooms and strains on education quality

Africa
Imagine it is 2099 and a historic treaty to return African artefacts is falling apart.

Africa
Police say the “transnational” criminal group has been in operation since 2017.

Africa
Africa is pursuing a single electricity market to overcome the limitations of fragmented national power grids that constrain economic growth and energy access

Business
Pick n Pay has seen its headline loss rise to around R490 million amid lower-than-expected turnover.

Business
South African agricultural exports hit an annual record of $15.1 billion in 2025, even as sales to the US slumped in the second half.

Business
Invest in Two-bedroom apartment at ELEVENONB, in the West City of Cape Town’s Central Business District (CBD), and save up to R960 000 with a 35% down payment.

Business
SARS has issued final letters of demand to trusts, warning that fines are next—and they can escalate quickly if ignored.

Politics
Private investigator Paul O’Sullivan to appear at Parliament’s Ad Hoc committee on Tuesday.

Politics
Behari will continue his testimony before the Madlanga Commission on Tuesday.

Politics
The DA is the third largest party in the North West.

Politics
O’Sullivan initially insisted on appearing virtually citing a fear of his life.

Sport
Fans can now vote for the inaugural Super Rugby Legends XV, a celebration of the players who helped define the first 30 years of Super Rugby.

Sport
San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Keion White has surgery after being shot in the ankle.

Sport
After suffering catastrophic damage, the race-winning South African Cape2Rio boat sinks on its return journey to Cape Town. Here’s how …

Sport
Here are the kick off times to note as the Six Nations heads into its second round of action, which will include Scotland hosting England.
Education
[This Day] Abuja — The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has announced the federal government has fulfilled its obligation to implement 40 per cent increase in the Consolidated Academic Allowance (CAA) for ASUU members, with effect from 1st January 2026, in line with the agreement reached with the union.
Education
[Ghanaian Times] Former Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament for Karaga, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, on Sunday handed over a newly constructed 300-bed dormitory facility to the Ambariyya Islamic School in Tamale, the regional capital of the Northern Region.
Education
Education
[Leadership] The Federal Government has asked universities to commence the payment of the tax-free Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance across the country.

Lifestyle
Catherine O’Hara, who starred in “Schitt’s Creek” and “Home Alone,” died from a blood clot in her lungs, her death certificate revealed.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
The NCC has issued a product recall for selected ButtaNutt (Pty) Ltd peanut butter products after elevated levels of aflatoxin were detected.

Lifestyle
A viral voice note between Roedean and King David Linksfield claimed parents had ‘pressurised’ the school to shun its Jewish rivals.

Entertainment
‘It is time for governments and leaders to take decisive action in order to turn the tideagainst corruption.’

Entertainment
Gen Zs are delaying or rewriting the checklists and what it means to be a grown-up. From life through to work, it’s different. Here’s why.

Entertainment
Known in China as the Good Cat under the Ora brand, the supposed facelift will see the arrival of combustion motivation.

Entertainment
Proteas seam bowler Lungi Ngidi felt Canada played ‘very well’ in their T20 World Cup match.

Science/Tech
The V27 offers a flexible, spacious cabin with up to 1,818 litres of cargo space,49 storage compartments (including a hidden 40-litre compartment under the boot floor), and class-leading second-row legroom. Advanced technology includes a 15.4-inch 3K central display and seven one-touch driving modes for various scenarios. Comfort features like a dual panoramic sunroof, premium 15-speaker […]

Science/Tech
In the AI age, the most radical move is not buying another tool or launching an innovation lab, but insisting every critical IT bet fits into a 90-day plan.

Science/Tech
In the past few years, a handful of companies have emerged as rooftop solar giants in South Africa, installing hundreds of megawatts of power that contribute meaningfully to reducing load-shedding.

Science/Tech
Cirrus Bridge is a South African software development company that builds high-quality mobile apps, platforms, and AI-enabled solutions for clients across the world.

Motoring
Municipalities have less than six months to ready themselves for the rollout of the AARTO Act.

Motoring
BMW’s factory in South Africa has been producing cars for over 50 years.

Motoring
Concerns are mounting that VW could close its Kariega plant soon.
Motoring
Health
The states, all led by Democrats, used the grants to support a wide variety of functions, including H.I.V. prevention and surveillance.
Health
We want to hear from readers who are trying to manage their medical bills and their health insurance costs.
Health
One to two cups of caffeinated tea per day helps too, researchers found after following nearly 132,000 people for 40 years.

Health
The number waiting for an organ is at a record high as loved ones increasingly block donations.