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Joburg and Ekurhuleni are among the areas demolishing structures officials say will enhance the enforcement of bylaws

The court has ordered a new trial over the June 2021 killings of Paul and Maggie Murdaugh.

No vehicles transporting hazardous goods will be allowed through Huguenot tunnel.

Minister Motsoaledi has sent his condolences to the bereaved family.

The woman who was on a virus-hit ship shows “no signs of illness”, the government of Pitcairn Islands, a British Overseas Territory, says.

Two children are among those reported dead after seven cars were struck in separate attacks south of Beirut.

Witnesses say a burst of gunfire has rung out in the Philippine Senate where authorities have tried to arrest a senator who is wanted by the ICC.

Nearly 1,000 climbers will attempt to scale the peak in coming weeks and this has raised safety concerns.

Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe admits to errors following the chaotic Afcon final between Morocco and Senegal which dented Caf’s reputation.

A BBC investigation exposed how scammers posted social content of dogs in distress to dupe donors into giving money.

Seven deaths in southern Malawi expose legal gaps, weak prosecutions and a colonial law that authorities say is no longer fit to manage modern waves of panic-driven violence

The actor was recognised for his contributions to entertainment as well as his humanitarian efforts.

City of Johannesburg’s worsening financial position is posing a major risk to property sentiment and values in the city, which is already seeing an outflow of millionaires due to governance concerns.

South Africa’s Cabinet has approved a bill that would mean one of the biggest regulatory shake-ups in decades for South Africa’s retirement fund industry.

Ex-England and Leicester Tigers hooker Tom Youngs says the new venture brings families to the farm.

IPID has found various wrong doing on the part of the head of the Presidential Protection Unit

Investigating officer says Adams didn’t consult Magaqa’s family when he took statement from Ncengwa

The tabling is in line with the process that Didiza set out on Monday.

BBC Sport NI speaks to former Northern Ireland defender Stephen Craigan as we ask what Michael O’Neill’s decision to choose country rather than club means for the future of the international team.

Of the 25 tattooed on her body, England-born utility back Nikita Prothero proudly points to the one across her forearm which bears the Welsh word “hiraeth”.

Hampshire all-rounder Liam Dawson announces that he is retiring from first-class cricket with immediate effect.

Wales and Scarlets lock Jake Ball announces he has played his final professional rugby game as he will retire at the end of the season.

South African DJ, publicist and fashion designer Maria McCloy has died at the age of 50 following heart failure.

While crowded events can make parents anxious, the Marble Magical Family festival created a feeling of comfort and trust

The department has identified specific demographics for the initial phase of the rollout to ensure the most vulnerable populations receive immediate access.

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for Thursday, 14 May 2026.

Republicans still have the midterms to get through, but administration officials have already set their sights on the next election.

Researchers say rise not inevitable and it is important to unpick what is behind differences in obesity trends

A continuing rise in obesity around the world is not inevitable, research suggests, with rates in some countries levelling off or potentially in decline.

Researchers say focusing on what has been described as a global epidemic of obesity hides large variations in trends across...

Chery’s newest SUV can be converted to a double-cab bakkie, and it’s coming to South Africa.

The Kia Carens is the newest 7-seater family SUV on sale in South Africa.

The Toyota Starlet sold in South Africa received the lowest possible safety rating during crash testing.

Wegovy and Mounjaro are available to certain patients on the NHS, and can also be bought privately.

Action on Salt & Sugar said people should not be exposed to a “hidden health risk every time they buy lunch”.

A report by a cross-party group of MPs has found the majority of skin cancer cases are preventable.