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Lord Mandelson has been released pending further investigation, the Metropolitan Police says, hours after his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

The Gauteng health department was ordered by the Johannesburg high court to pay R1.6m in damages for failing to provide necessary medical care and devices to a child with cerebral palsy

Senior SANDF officer Brig Johannes Mkhabela allegedly sprayed cyanide in a colleague’s office to prevent them from taking their post, with CCTV footage capturing the act. Mkhabela was subsequently arrested for attempting to bribe the investigating officer with R1.5 million to dismiss the case, leading to charges of corruption and defeating the ends of justice.

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi delivered his State of the Province Address at Nasrec on Monday

The minister says Charles Kushner, father of Trump’s son-in-law Jared, had failed to explain US comments about violence in France.

A major snowstorm walloped the US north-east, causing disruptions for millions and thousands of flight cancellations.

In eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, as government troops and militia allies battle Rwanda-backed M23 rebels for control of mineral-rich land, civilians pay the price in a brutal war.

Mexico braced for more violence following an eruption of clashes after the armed killed the leader of a powerful cartel

A Chadian government spokesperson says the decision is aimed at protecting citizens.

Bellarmine Mugabe and one other man have not commented on the charges after a 23-year-old was shot.

Dr Carrie Ruxton was surprised when a Kenyan cyclist got in touch asking if the bike could help her country’s paracycling team.

Sudan accuses Uganda of flouting international law by meeting Rapid Support Forces boss Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo.

The tower will be built on Queensland’s Gold Coast and be 335 metres high, taller than the Shard in London.

The recent US Supreme Court ruling that President Trump overstepped his powers when he imposed global tariffs paved the way for companies to seek a refund.

Europe lags far behind the US and China in orbital space launches, but new facilities are opening up.

Retailers and police forces tell the BBC that thieves are targeting chocolate and selling it on.

Mogotsi is a key figure in allegations of corruption, political interference, leaks of police info.

The written questions relate to the extent of President’s knowledge of the disbandment of PKTT

Lesufi has indicated that Gauteng continues to attract foreign direct investment. 

The application also aims to reverse the decision to fund her legal costs in the Nkabinde Inquiry.

The first Soweto derby of the season is on Saturday, 28 February. Former Kaizer Chiefs winger Thuso Phala has opened up about the its social weight impact.

After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?

Everton manager David Moyes says his side were “worth more than a defeat” after losing 1-0 to Manchester United in the Premier League.

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick praises the impact of striker Benjamin Sesko, who came off the bench to score in a 1-0 win at Everton.

Bridget Phillipson and her team are making sure MPs and the public grasp the need to overhaul the special educational needs system

In her first week as a cabinet minister Bridget Phillipson held a meeting for new Labour MPs with one subject – special educational needs. Almost 100 MPs came to that first meeting.

There were new MPs for whom the issue was personal to their own families – Jen...

Parents and teachers will be wondering what resources ministers can secure for Labour’s revamp of system

• Fewer children in England to get EHCPs by 2035 under Send overhaul• Parents of children with Send give changes in England a mixed response• The impact of Send changes in England: four likely scenarios for children

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Did Rachel Kolisi just reveal that she’s ready to move on after her heartbreaking divorce from Springbok captain, Siya Kolisi?

The son of movie director Rob Reiner pleaded not guilty to the fatal stabbing of his parents when he appeared in a Los Angeles court.

A custom Tesla Cybertruck has been spotted in South Africa – who is behind the multi-million rand purchase?

Disgraced Andrew was arrested on his 66th birthday, will he be removed from the line of succession or left eighth in line to take the throne?

The Proteas men’s team are on song in all departments at the T20 World Cup and will take confidence into their next games.

Suné Luus is hopeful that she can become one of the Proteas frontline spinners again and be a genuine allrounder once again.

A postmortem found multiple gunshot wounds, contradicting earlier claims of a fatal assault by another patient.

The Fortuner is expected to receive the same exterior design as the new Hilux but retain the IMV 0 platform, as well as the 2.8 GD-6 turbodiesel engine.

Australia  — Lion Blue Pty Ltd, an Australian financial services firm specialising in private equity investments, is taking a bold step into one of the fastest-growing sectors in the global economy: commercial space exploration. As investor demand intensifies for exposure to next-generation aerospace ventures, the firm has secured a strategic position in a highly recognisable […]

Toyota plans to release at least 8 new cars in South Africa, ranging from a GR supercar to a “baby Prado” Adventure SUV.

The South African National Taxi Council plans to overhaul the industry with a new payment system and regular compliance checks on drivers and vehicles.

Josephina Finch says the surgery left her with a “gaping wound”.