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Trump lawyers call BBC’s Panorama defence ‘untenable’
The US president’s legal team file new court papers in the ongoing case over a Panorama documentary.
TUESDAY, 03 FEBRUARY 2026, 20:13

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The US president’s legal team file new court papers in the ongoing case over a Panorama documentary.
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SA Canegrowers seeks to abolish South Africa’s sugar tax, blaming it and cheap imports for industry job losses. However, health advocates argue the levy is vital for reducing obesity and preventing thousands of diabetes-related deaths.
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Over about five decades, Dolphin Action and Protection Group founder Nan Rice worked tirelessly to protect dolphins, whales and porpoises, and many other marine creatures, driven by deep passion and unswayable conviction, and reinforced with tenacity, courage and chutzpah.

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Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Brandon Petersen has equalled Ronwen Williams’ PSL record but Sipho Chaine is also knocking on the door.

South Africa
Operators affiliated with the Gauteng Small Bus Operators Council have downed tools.

South Africa
It is alleged that his wife, Ethel Mdluli, contracted two men to kill her husband at their home.

South Africa
Police have confirmed that two suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident.

South Africa
Contralesa president says many rural matric students are still waiting for university admission

World
BBC Senior international correspondent Orla Guerin joined a special operation over Colombia’s cocaine heartland, tasked with destroying crude cocaine labs hidden deep in the jungle.

World
Three children are among those who died in the accident, which happened on the return leg of their journey.

World
Two port workers are accused of trying to damage military ships, including by dumping gravel into an engine.

World
The prosecutors raided the offices of X as part of a preliminary investigation into allegations including spreading child sexual abuse images and deepfakes. They also summoned owner Elon Musk for questioning.

Africa
The appointment of a dead opposition politician to a presidential panel caused embarrassment.

Africa
Abiy Ahmed admitted for the first time in parliament that Eritrean troops had killed people in Aksum.

Africa
Hodan Mohamud Diiriye faced a firing squad after being found guilty of beating Saabirin Saylaan to death.

Africa
The correspondence describes arrangements for a meal and there is no indication of wrongdoing by Zuma.

Business
The snack conglomerate is cutting the price of products including Doritos, Cheetos and Lays
Business
Business
Business

Politics
Witness F shared a photo of his fingerprint evidence application with civilian Steve Motsumi.

Politics
ANCYL President Collen Malatji says it might be a step in the right direction.

Politics
WhatsApp messages at the Commission show chats between Witness F and a number linked to late Mabuza.

Politics
He is expected make the announcement at a media briefing in Durban on Wednesday.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs have used most of their squad this season, but three senior players are yet to feature in any competition.

Sport
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell says Jacob Stockdale “deserves” to start against France in the Six Nations opener in Paris on Thursday night.

Sport
Ireland captain Gaby Lewis says qualifying for the 2026 T20 World Cup means “so much” to the side after missing out on the tournament two years ago.

Sport
Wales flanker Alex Mann says he likes to try and get under the skin of the opposition as he prepares to face England in Saturday’s Six Nations opener.
Education
[Premium Times] The textbook, “Living History”, reportedly excluded the history and culture of the Igbo people, according to several posts on social media.
Education
[Daily Trust] The Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) has distributed 900 laptops to beneficiaries of its scholarship scheme studying in Nigerian universities, marking the third batch of the exercise conducted within the country.
Education
[ANGOP] Luanda — At least 27 Angolan scholarship recipients will attend short-, medium-, and long-term training programs in Brazil as part of the Human Resources for Health Training Project (PFRHS), which is financed by the World Bank.

Education
Magdalen College School says the move will “enrich” its community for “generations to come”.

Lifestyle
The SRD R370 grant was introduced in 2020 as a temporary emergency measure in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Lifestyle
Eating processed meats is a health risk as they contain high amounts of salt, sugar and fat.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Through the lens: The Citizen’s Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.

Entertainment
‘This proves that township economy is a real thing, and can produce tangible results.’

Entertainment
Feinberg-Mngomezulu said he is grateful for the opportunity to partner with the brand.

Entertainment
According to the defence, Cholota was extradited despite being ‘never a fugitive to begin with’.

Science/Tech
Right-wing influencers who were instrumental in spreading allegations of fraud in Minnesota ahead of ICE’s surge are now going after a number of California’s social welfare programs.

Science/Tech
WADDINXVEEN, Netherlands – SGL System, the global leader in professional turf technology, today announced the launch of SGL Golf, a specialized division and technology ecosystem dedicated to the unique demands of the golf industry. This move marks a strategic expansion for the company, bringing more than 20 years of experience supporting the world’s most iconic sports […]

Science/Tech
Africa’s development finance challenge has reached a critical point. Mounting debt pressure is squeezing fiscal space. And essential needs in infrastructure, health and education remain unmet. The continent’s governments urgently need affordable access to international capital markets. Yet many continue to face borrowing costs that make development finance unviable. Sovereign credit ratings...
Science/Tech
YouTube has confirmed that it is blocking background playback — the ability to keep a video’s audio running after minimizing the browser or locking the screen — for non-Premium users across third-party mobile browsers including Samsung Internet, Brave, Vivaldi and Microsoft Edge. Users began reporting the issue last week, noting that audio would cut out the moment they left the browser,...

Motoring
Citroën has launched the new Aircross in South Africa, an affordable family SUV with up to seven seats.

Motoring
Several domestic and international factors have a direct impact on how much South Africans pay for petrol.

Motoring
Six of South Africa’s best-selling cars come from a single brand.
Motoring
Health
Parasites and infections that cause blindness and other disabilities were nearly eliminated in some countries, but drug distribution to prevent and treat them was derailed in many places in 2025 after the U.S. cut aid.

Health
Scientists say there is a powerful opportunity to save lives because nearly 40% of cancers are preventable.

Health
The TikToker tells You, Me and the Big C podcast about her cancer journey.
Health
A long-term study of 292 families linked fathers’ parenting style to their children’s heart health years later. To researchers’ surprise, no such link was found with mothers.