News24 | WATCH | Riaan Manser: Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls and Africa’s jewel open for business
Riaan Manser took his family to visit Zimbabwe to show them Victoria Falls for the first time, and it was a “glorious baptism that awakened the senses”.
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Nigeria: Govt, World Bank Ask States to Publish Education, Health Contracts Quarterly
[Vanguard] Abuja–In a decisive push to entrench transparency and accountability in public spending, state governments across Nigeria will now be required to publish details of contract awards in the basic education and primary healthcare sectors every quarter under a Federal Government-World Bank collaboration.
SA Rugby confirms changes to 2026 season
SA Rugby has revealed a bumper set of competition schedules for the 2026 season, which will be packed with action.
READER LETTER | Scrap traditional leaders’ payment
During the dark days of apartheid atrocities, some traditional leaders were part of the regime and worked against freedom fighters.
MISERY AND PROFIT: Cruelty exposed: Inside South Africa’s cub-petting industry
We speak to anti-cruelty nonprofit founder Nina Jackel about an undercover investigation exposing how lion and tiger cub petting feeds a global industry built on cruelty, profit and deception.
Cape Town warns of WhatsApp-based EPWP jobs scam
The city cautions that a new Expanded Public Works Programme jobs scam is making the rounds on the messaging platform.
Sassa grant payments next week: Here are the dates for February
The Department of Social Development has dismissed claims that the SRD grant is coming to an end.
Radio host Penny Ntuli’s absence fuels Jozi FM exit rumours
Mystery surrounds the sudden absence of Penny Ntuli, a popular radio presenter, from Jozi FM, sparking concern among fans and colleagues. Sources suggest tensions at the station, with Penny allegedly seeking opportunities elsewhere.
Madlanga orders disclosure of ‘Mr So and so’ despite safety concerns
Mr So and so is allegedly link to suspended Deputy National Commissioner, Shadrack Sibiya.
READER LETTER | Nigeria let itself down with US attack
The December air attack on Nigeria by the US was justified as targeting the Islamic State military camps.
Family of late Ekurhuleni MMC Mngwevu requests privacy in grief
The MMC’s family confirmed his passing after his mortal remains were found in Mozambique.
WeBuyCars rolling out new supermarkets in two South African cities
WeBuyCars has opened major new flagship vehicle supermarkets in Cape Town and Pretoria North to boost efficiency and future growth despite short-term pressure from cheap new Chinese vehicles.
Pretoria Constables’ deaths were accidental: Preliminary report
The three Constables bodies were retrieved from the Hennops River in Pretoria in May last year.
Only 49% of voters in South Africa are registered taxpayers
Gauteng and the Western Cape, where the DA performed well, are the only provinces in South Africa where over 50% of voters were registered taxpayers.
Jele implores Bucs to go for PSL clean sweep
Retired Pirates defender Happy Jele says the Buccaneers have what it takes to make a cleansweep of all PSL trophies on offer this season, including winning a first league title since 2012.
Ulster additions to Ireland squad ‘a positive’
Ulster head coach Richie Murphy feels the province’s increased representation in Ireland’s Six Nations squad “shows we are progressing and moving in the right direction”.
Another warning for Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has been warned that South Africa could quickly lose investor confidence if he fails to decisively address concerns over his ability to control the armed forces.
News24 | Rand gains 25% in less than a year as Trump smothers the dollar
The rand strengthened to R15.79 against the dollar on Wednesday morning, marking a massive 25% improvement since its recent low of R19.74 in April 2025.
Chiefs’ future in safe hands with two young keepers − Petersen
Mazhamba, Mokoena training with senior team
WATCH LIVE | KZN Hawks head Senona continues testimony at Madlanga commission
KwaZulu-Natal Hawks head Maj-Gen Lesetja Senona’s testimony at the Madlanga commission enters its second day.