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Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 13 March 2026.
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Adobe CEO to exit role amid AI disruption
Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen will leave his role once a successor is appointed, sending its shares down over 7%.
Three Phala Phala farm theft accused back in court
The investigating officer is expected to continue on the witness stand.
US victory cry rings hollow
How does Trump intend to declare the US-Israel coalition the winner merely by saying ‘it’s over’, when Tehran has not surrendered?
New bank coming after Capitec already has 2,500 branches across South Africa
Africa’s largest seller of clothing and mobile phones is looking for a banking chief as it plans to open branches across its store network.
For your eyes only: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra boasts the world’s first Privacy Display
SPONSORED | As Samsung launches the world’s first Privacy Display on a smartphone, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is here to change the way you experience privacy on your phone
Tensions flare in DA Ekurhuleni caucus
Leaked complaints and rivalries highlight tensions within the DA’s Ekurhuleni caucus as members vie for influence ahead of elections.
Officials intercept four Chinese-flagged fishing vessels after unlawfully entering SA waters
The department said it found reasonable grounds to suspect non-compliance with the Marine Living Resources Act 18 of 1998.
A record number of political parties register for Haiti’s first election in a decade
A record 280 political parties had registered by Thursday’s deadline to participate in Haiti’s first general election in a decade, hopeful for a chance to help ease their country’s multiple crises.
Kenya: Govt Moves to Improve Healthcare Access for Teachers Under SHA After Discussions With KNUT
[Capital FM] Nairobi — The government has intensified efforts to improve healthcare access for teachers after Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale held talks with leaders of the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) on strengthening service delivery under the new health financing framework.
Kenya: President Ruto Returns to Kapsabet High for Centenary, Announces Ksh765 Billion Boost for Education
[Capital FM] Nandi — William Ruto returned to his former school, Kapsabet High School, on Thursday as the institution celebrated 100 years of continuous teaching and learning, describing the occasion as a personal homecoming.
Former headmaster gets revenge on a large corporate that shut down his business
Public interest lawyer Richard Spoor won a legal battle on behalf of a former school headmaster who was muscled out of a small petrol station by a large corporation.
Zille winning PR war in race for Joburg’s mayoral chain
Helen Zille’s energetic social media campaign is reshaping the Joburg mayoral race, boosting visibility and pushing DA messaging.
The US may move its anti-missile system out of South Korea – and it’s sparking unease
Media reports say the US may be moving its Thaad system to the Middle East, despite Seoul’s opposition.
Springbok legend slams ‘farcical’ disciplinary inconsistency
Former Springbok wing Bryan Habana has pointed out the contrast in two bans handed down for similar disciplinary offences.
Manufacturing in transition as resilience confronts the realities of low growth
Many recent client conversations have begun with the same question: If the economy is stabilising, why do operating conditions remain so challenging?
Johannesburg municipality reprimands Helen Zille for ‘using city assets as campaign tools’
Helen Zille visited the Yeoville reservoir complex this week to illustrate the state of water infrastructure in the city.
Maritime traffic expected to surge across South African seas
South African Maritime Safety Authority expects more traffic across South African seas
News24 | PODCAST | The Odds in our Favour: Siv Ngesi on period poverty and stepping in as men
Every month, millions of South African girls miss school because they can’t afford sanitary towels. Activist and actor Siv Ngesi shares how this devastating fact led to the founding of the MENstruation Foundation and why restoring dignity does not need policy change.
Mistakes drivers make in bad weather in South Africa
Avoiding crucial mistakes when driving in mist or foggy weather could save lives.