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Jacks & Ahmed carry England to another thrilling win
England take real momentum into the T20 World Cup semi-finals after Will Jacks and Rehan Ahmed secure a gripping four-wicket victory over New Zealand.

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Brewdog expected to announce sale early next week
Staff are told Brewdog’s German arm is not included in the sale and will now be liquidated but bars will trade as normal this weekend.

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Only Welsh speakers should live on new housing estate, local council says
A council in Gywnedd, north Wales, wants a housing estate to be reserved for Welsh speakers only.
South Africa
From 1994 to 2026: Hard-won gains and the long road to economic justice
From 1994 to 2026: Hard-won gains and the long road to economic justice
By Kenny Morolong
South Africa in 2026 is a far cry from the country before 1994. Things such as human rights for all which now stand as one of the pillars of our democracy were unheard of for the majority. The apartheid state systematically worked to deprive black people, and enforced laws to maintain the...

South Africa
South African Breastmilk Reserve appeals for more donors
Breast milk plays a critical role in protecting babies from infections and supporting healthy growth

South Africa
Durban businessman ordered to retract statements about Mkhwanazi
Calvin Mathibeli was also ordered by by the court to pay Mkhwanazi’s legal fees.

South Africa
South Africa needs 28 million FMD vaccine doses to tackle outbreak
Steenhuisen says they aim to vaccinate 80% of the national herd of 14-million cattle by year end
World
News24 | Sudan: Is Chad becoming more involved in conflict?
Chad has closed down its border with Sudan saying it does not want the conflict to spread. Experts accuse it, however, of supplying arms to the RSF, one of the warring factions.

World
OpenAI vows safety policy changes after Tumbler Ridge shooting
The tech firm has been criticised for not reporting the suspect’s ChatGPT account to police despite it being flagged internally due to concerns over content.

World
‘Obnoxious’ AI chatbot talked about its mother, customers say
Australian supermarket giant Woolworths tweaks its AI-powered assistant after users said it gave them the “ick”.
World
News24 | Former Nepal police chief Khapung ordered use of deadly force on protesters – BBC report
Nepal’s former police chief ordered the use of lethal force during the September 2025 anti-corruption protests, a BBC investigation revealed.

Africa
Malawi’s new government drops corruption cases against senior officials
The move could undermine Lilongwe’s pursuit of a new programme with the International Monetary Fund

Africa
Former US diplomat sentenced to life for abusing two girls in Burkina Faso
He used the girls’ mother’s life-threatening illness as an opportunity to demand sex, said the US Office of Public Affairs.

Africa
At least 55 Ghanaians killed in Russia-Ukraine war, minister says
This is the highest number of confirmed casualties from a single African country in the Ukraine-Russia war.

Africa
Kenyan charged with luring young men to fight for Russia in Ukraine
A total of 1,000 Kenyans have reportedly been recruited to fight for Russia in its war against Ukraine.

Business
Government to give go-ahead for £1bn defence helicopter deal
The chancellor has stepped in to protect jobs at the helicopter manufacturer in Somerset, the BBC understands.

Business
American retail giant opening more stores in South Africa
Walmart will expand its presence in the country, with a new store set to open on Saturday, 28 February 2026, at Eastpoint Shopping Centre in Boksburg.
Business
Business

Politics
DA opens nominations for top leadership posts
DA National Spokesperson Karabo Khakhau says the nomination window runs until the 23rd of March.

Politics
EThekwini expands to 112 wards after Council endorses
The municipality says the extra ward will be located in the northern region of the Municipality.

Politics
Geordin Hill-Lewis accepts nomination to succeed John Steenhuisen as DA leader
DA Gauteng leader Solly Msimanga put his hand up for the federal chair position held by Ivan Meyer

Politics
Msimanga puts hand up for DA federal chairperson position
Gauteng DA leader Solly Msimanga addressed a media briefing at the Union Buildings.

Sport
Ahmed and Jacks rally to lead England to thrilling win over New Zealand
Rehan Ahmed and Will Jacks lead England to an unlikely four-wicket win over New Zealand in a nail-biting finish at the Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

Sport
‘Breath of fresh air’ Lindsay backed for NI job
Northern Ireland midfielder Nadene Caldwell backs Kris Lindsay to take the manager’s job permanently after impressing players in camp before their opening two World Cup qualifiers

Sport
Marathe stands down as Rangers vice-chair
Paraag Marathe is standing as Rangers’ vice-chair, while fellow director Gene Schneur is doing the same because of multi-club ownership rules.

Sport
Wales ‘grateful’ to have Fishlock on board
Carrie Jones says Wales’ players are grateful to have Jess Fishlock in the dressing room as they head into their Women’s World Cup qualifying campaign.
Education
Rwanda: Ntare Louisenlund School Opens Its Doors for Discovery Day 2026
[New Times] Ntare Louisenlund School has announced that it will host its annual Discovery Day on March 15, 2026 at its campus in Nyamata Sector, Bugesera District, inviting families, prospective students, and all interested members of the public to explore the school and learn more about its academic programmes and vibrant student life.
Education
Ghana: Fnglish, French Will Remain Integral to Ghana’s Education System – Dep. Education Minister
[Ghanaian Times] Deputy Minister of Education, Dr Clement Apaak, has reaffirmed that English and French will remain integral to Ghana’s education system.
Education
Ghana: Parliament Approves Gh¢9.8bn for Getfund
[Ghanaian Times] Parliament has approved GH¢9.8 billion for the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) in 2026 to finance education programmes and projects nationwide, following the adoption of the report on the GETFund formula.
Education
Ghana: No Increase in Teacher Licensure Fees – Dr Apaak
[Ghanaian Times] The Deputy Minister of Education, Dr Clement Apaak, has dismissed claims that government has increased fees for this year’s teacher licensure examinations.

Lifestyle
What you need to earn to afford an ‘average’ Cape Town house
Tired of renting and looking to become a homeowner? Here’s how much you need to earn to buy an ‘average’ house in Cape Town…
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Another one! Sne Mseleku’s third pregnancy shocker
Sne Mseleku took a pregnancy test in the presence of MaCele, which confirmed that she is expecting her third child.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Du Plessis shoots course record, as Laporta takes lead in SA Open
There are five South Africans in the top 10 after day two of the SA Open, led by Dean Burmeister in third, followed by Hennie du Plessis and Herman Loubser.

Entertainment
Weather alert: Heavy downpours, strong winds and rough seas
Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 28 February 2026.

Entertainment
‘There is no pressure’, says Pirates’ Sibisi ahead of Soweto derby
“There is no pressure; we have been in this situation before at the beginning of the season,” said Sibisi.

Entertainment
Volvo expands XC40 lineup with new B3 Essential derivative
Priced from R750 000, the new derivative includes a comprehensive five-year/100 000km maintenance plan and warranty.
Science/Tech
Pentagon Standoff Is a Decisive Moment for How A.I. Will Be Used in War
The Pentagon’s contract dispute with Anthropic is part of a wider clash about the use of artificial intelligence for national security and who decides on any safeguards.
Science/Tech
Sam Altman Says OpenAI Shares Anthropic’s Red Lines in Pentagon Fight
An anonymous reader shares a report: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman wrote in a memo to staff that he will draw the same red lines that sparked a high-stakes fight between rival Anthropic and the Pentagon: no AI for mass surveillance or autonomous lethal weapons. If other leading firms like Google follow suit, this could massively complicate the Pentagon’s efforts to replace Anthropic’s Claude, which was...
Science/Tech
Netflix Ditches deal for Warner Bros. Discovery After Paramount’s Offer is Deemed Superior
Netflix is walking away from a deal to buy Warner Bros. Discovery’s studio and streaming assets after the WBD board on Thursday deemed a revised bid by Paramount Skydance to be a superior offer. From a report: Earlier this week, Paramount raised its bid to buy the entirety of WBD to $31 per share, up from $30 per share, all cash. It was the latest amendment to Paramount’s multiple offers in...

Science/Tech
Wall Street Has AI Psychosis
A “thought experiment” about the impacts of AI sent stocks tumbling earlier this week. It’s probably going to keep happening.
Motoring

Motoring
Bad news for petrol prices this March, international airport to be rebuilt, and big changes for minibus taxis
These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week.
Motoring
Motoring

Health
Parents of gravely ill child refused respite care
Birmingham Children’s Trust refused respite help and suggested training grandparents to help.
Health
C.D.C.’s New Acting Director Draws Unexpected Praise From Agency Staff
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who was appointed to the role last week, has offered to publicly endorse vaccination, in particular the measles vaccine, winning over some agency employees.

Health
‘Midwives didn’t listen’ says premature baby’s mum
Aria’s parents say their daughter suffered brain damage after NHS staff failed to treat an infection.
Health
‘The Pitt’ Is Showing Us the Complicated Reality of Psychosis
Subtle signs of mental distress often emerge before severe symptoms.