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South Africa’s economy expanded at the fastest pace in three years in 2025, helped by stronger output in the agriculture, trade and finance industries.

Volkswagen anticipates a profit margin recovery in 2026, projecting 4.0 to 5.5% after a challenging 2025 with a margin of 2.8%.

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The budget comes at a time when residents are calling for improved service delivery and safety.

The NPA wants to cross-examine witnesses and file objections at the Nkabinde Enquiry.

Earlier, his lawyers sought another postponement but it was not granted.

In a phone call with CBS News Monday, Trump said “the war is very complete.” But at a separate event with Republican lawmakers, he said the U.S. still needed to achieve “ultimate victory.”

NPR’s Leila Fadel sits down with Iraq’s Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari to talk about the fallout from the US-Israel war against Iran, for Iraq and the region.

Cyber warfare is coming out of the shadows in the Iran war, from hacking phone apps to recruiting agents online to embracing AI as a weapon.

Towns in eastern Ukraine are putting up netting over sidewalks and roads to stop Russian drones from killing civilians and soldiers.

Col Randrianirina, who seized power last year, did not give a reason for dissolving his government.

Cellou Dalein Diallo accuses the junta-leader-turned-president of erasing political threats.

Four soldiers were injured but all are now in a stable condition, Ghana’s army says.

Flights in and out of Nairobi Airport have been disrupted while some roads in the capital are submerged.

Nersa has confirmed Eskom’s massive price increases for 2026, with an almost triple-inflation tariff hike kicking in from 1 April.

South Africa’s GDP expanded by 1.1% in 2025, which was below expectations from economists.

The IEC briefs the nation on its state of readiness for elections and the latest developments.

NCC’s Fadiel Adams returns to Ad Hoc Committee investigating allegations of criminal infiltrations.

Another memorial service will take place in Bloemfontein on Thursday.

Various organisations continue to visit the home of the late struggle stalwart, Mosiuoa Lekota

There is a new update on a double World Cup winning Springbok who has been forced to contemplate early retirement.

Sri Lanka have appointed former South African cricketer Gary Kirsten as the new head coach of the national men’s team on a two-year contract.

World indoor and outdoor silver medallist Kate O’Connor and Irish national champion Nick Griggs are named in Ireland’s team for the World Athletics Indoor Championships.

A talented forward, who was on the radar of the Springboks last year, is finally fit again and entering a key stage of his career.

Sphelele Makhunga’s followers on Instagram couldn’t help but link her moon boot to that of her husband’s ex-girlfriend, Sbahle Mpisane.

SA singer Bobby van Jaarsveld revealed that he was told his son could lose his eye, after losing 90% of his sight due to an ‘innocent laser.’

It’s a habit most drivers don’t think twice about, queuing up a favourite playlist before pulling out of the driveway.

The 25-year-old player has made 466 runs at an average of 35.84 and a strike rate of 141.21 in the 25 domestic T20 matches he has played.

‘Wesbank is one of the gang-ridden townships in the Western Cape.’

‘Wesbank is one of the gang-ridden townships in the Western Cape.’

Eskom tariffs will rise by 8.76% from April after Nersa formally approved hikes triggered by its own error.

This amazing Sonos Amp alternative offers nearly everything you could want from a modern stereo.

We’ve spent over a year testing the best pillows to support your noggin, whether you snooze on your side, back, or in a tangle of blankets.

Another sedan has been axed in South Africa as the industry pivots more and more towards SUVs.

A major Chinese brand may soon share a manufacturing plant with Mercedes-Benz in South Africa.

Before buying a new car, a few questions need to be answered.

Ben Cole Edwards, 30, built a career as a trauma coach after posting about being estranged from his mum.

Susan McLarnon is travelling to Downing Street later to call for “urgent action” to be taken on redress for those harmed by pelvic mesh implants.