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Essa Suleiman was referred to the government’s counter-extremism programme in 2020 but the case was shelved.

Being a club’s record signing brings with it pressure, but Jorgen Strand Larsen puts a difficult start behind him with a goal that could be crucial in Crystal Palace’s pursuit of a first major European trophy.

World number one Luke Littler wins his fifth night of the Premier League Darts season to return to the top of the table.

Max Verstappen says the changes to F1’s rules amount to “a tickle” in terms of addressing his and other drivers’ concerns about the new style of racing.

Residents of the village and motorists rushed to pull out people from the wreckages.

Several marches on illegal immigration have taken place in various cities around the country.

Motorists and pedestrians are cautioned to stay alert and to make responsible decisions.

Thousands of seafarers remain stuck as the Strait of Hormuz blockade continues. The United Nations urges for a plan to facilitate their release.

The pop star’s representatives have called the incident “completely inexcusable” and she has since checked herself into rehab.

At least nine people – including two children – were killed, according to Lebanon’s health ministry.

Prime Minister Bart De Wever said the move would see “less dependence on fossil fuel imports and more control over our own supply”.

Christopher Okello Onyum had pleaded insanity but this was dismissed by the judge.

The unusually forceful intervention highlights concerns about governance in the management of public retirement savings

The blockade comes days after Mali’s defence minister was assassinated in a series of nationwide attacks.

Malagasy prosecuters used a Whatsapp group as evidence for the detained individuals alleged crimes.

Cook is preparing to bow out after 15 years at the helm and hand over to John Ternus.

The Department of Communication and Digital Technology (DCDT) and the Department of Home Affairs have suspended four officials over an ongoing snafu involving AI-generated sources in government policy.

The Bank tries to manage expectations over what outcomes are plausible if the Middle East conflict lasts several months.

The Western Cape High Court has struck down the City of Cape Town’s controversial rates and taxes tied to property value instead of consumption.

Mbalula says the ANC is geared up for the elections.

Hlabisa will soon proclaim it and get it certified in the government gazette.

Ntsebeza says most of the cases can never be revived since suspects and witnesses have died.

The announcement after the local government election date was announced earlier this Thursday.

Teenager Mirra Andreeva reaches her first Madrid Open final with a 6-4 7-6 (10-8) victory over Hailey Baptiste.

Munster confirm Roger Randle will no longer join the province as attack coach.

Everton look to revive their interest in Liam Delap and target England trio, Mohamed Salah considers a move to Fenerbahce, and Chelsea hope for a Nicolas Jackson pay day, plus more.

Reigning champions Hull KR complete a 100% winning run in April by demolishing Castleford 50-6 at Craven Park to cut the gap on leaders Leeds to two points.

The SPCA revealed that the former owner of Bobby – a dog that went in a TikTok video – will on a trial over his animal abuse charges.

Charlize Theron’s childhood home in Benoni has been thrust into the spotlight after her recent interview. Here’s what it looks like now…

Well-known South African DJ Barney Simon has shared the latest three-bedroom property stats from around the country.

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For the first time in Durban July history, three international headliners will share one stage. The acts were announced alongside a new boutique festival experience called The Ascots.

South Africans can expect several new cars from Chery, Omoda, Jaecoo, iCaur, and Lepas in the near future.

Soon there will only be four station wagons on sale in South Africa.

Audi confirmed the A1 is reaching the end of its life cycle.

An early care scheme could prevent thousands of miscarriages a year.

Sophie Raworth talks about the need for exercise as we get older.