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Deal underscores growing energy investment in West Africa

The Johannesburg High Court denied bail for Jeremiah Dube, a convicted fraudster from Zimbabwe, pending his appeal to the Supreme Court of Appeal.

Much of the focus on the rand’s appreciation versus the dollar has been on the greenback’s weakness. However, there is a hidden factor boosting the local currency.

The prolonged outage followed after a fire at the Koedoespoort substation.

Eastern Cape farmers fear the outbreak could cripple their businesses

The process, which was due to end in December 2025, will now run until the 30th of June 2026.

The cause of the fire that started on Monday is yet to be established.

The presidency also expels Aidarous al-Zubaidi, head of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council, after he fails to fly to Riyadh for talks.

Trump offers advice to the GOP as midterm fears grow and he struggles to connect with voters on the economy. And, the Pentagon reviews the “effectiveness” of women in ground combat roles.

Abubakar Malami was one of the most influential figures in the administration of former President Buhari.

At least 13 people, including eight children, have been killed in the strike in el-Obeid city, medics say.

About 85 Ethiopian migrants were trying to leave the country when the accident occurred, authorities say.

The main opposition coalition boycotted the vote after a referendum allowed the removal of term limits.

A recent Gauteng High Court ruling provides relief for community schemes during legal battles.

The Warner Bros board said it remained unanimous in recommending the deal with Netflix instead.

Some people in England, Wales and Northern Ireland can get help with heating costs during cold spells.

South African investors do not have the luxury of certainty.

Paul O’Sullivan, Julius Mkhwanazi, Robert McBride and Brown Mogotsi among witnesses.

President Ramaphosa is adamant that Mothibi has distinguished himself as an outstanding SIU head.

Ramagopa accompanied the party’s President, Cyril Ramaphosa, to a fundraising golf game in Sun City.

The NFP suspended its KZN Chairperson for not supporting a no-confidence motion against Thami Ntuli

Ireland international Jacob Stockdale is ruled out of Ulster’s Challenge Cup pool game against the Cheetahs with a rib injury.

Arne Slot says it is “hard to hear” fans calling his Liverpool side dull and boring and while he does not “completely disagree” he insists he wants to play “attractive football”.

AFCON 2025 has wrapped up its Round of 16 stage with the top eight nations now preparing to do battle in the quarter-finals.

A base jumper that died from a fall during a jump from Table Mountain on Monday has been formally identified.

Swiss food giant Nestle has announced a recall of batches of infant formula in several European countries, as well as in South Africa.

‘Diary of a CEO’ Podcaster Steven Bartlett proposed to his long-term girlfriend Melanie Lopes over Christmas.

DJ Black Coffee has showed off his latest asset – his R157 million Clifton villa in Cape Town. Take a look inside….

The meeting became heated over judicial testimonies.

The screening is scheduled for 4 March 2026.

Would you have thought a year ago that US tariffs would throw world trade into turmoil or that the rand would be so strong?

Aberdeen mother and son Hanna and Dirk van der Westhuizen won hearts and R500 000.

These are the technology trends that are poised to shape the year ahead – and no, it’s all not all about artificial intelligence.

Hailstorms are increasing in frequency and severity in South Africa, presenting a greater risk of damaging solar panels.

The crypto market is shifting again, and experienced investors can feel it. Liquidity is rotating, narratives are strengthening, and early-stage opportunities are quietly separating from mature networks. In moments like these, attention naturally turns to top crypto coins that combine momentum, fundamentals, and timing. This listicle highlights seven projects drawing serious interest right now:...

The price of cars has steadily risen in recent years, leaving a very short list of cars available to South Africans for less than R200,000.

Insurance companies can employ several tactics to reject a claim if they suspect the individual was driving under the influence.

The overhaul is the latest in a host of sweeping changes made under the Trump administration by health secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr.

The doctor was working at the Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth when the incidents happened.