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Ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon extended for three weeks
Oil prices resumed their rise on Friday as the ceasefire remained uncertain
FRIDAY, 24 APRIL 2026, 11:48
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Oil prices resumed their rise on Friday as the ceasefire remained uncertain

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BBC sports editor Dan Roan examines how Gary Lineker and Gary Neville became two of the biggest players in a rapidly changing media industry.

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The much-publicised protests against foreign nationals by movements such as March and March are a stark reminder of the dire situation on our African continent.

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Norway’s huge Viking smasher of records is perhaps the most destructive striker in world football today

South Africa
The court is expected to make a ruling on the acquittal application made by the defense lawyers.

South Africa
The man who had been shot and wounded in February at Bellarmine Mugabe and Tobias Matonhodze’s house

South Africa
The court is expected to rule on the defence lawyers’ application for the acquittal of the accused.
South Africa
Weather service warns of approaching cold front
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned that a well-developed cold front is expected to affect the Western Cape and the Namakwa region in the Northern Cape from Sunday afternoon.
Rainfall of between 20mm and 40mm is forecast over the south-western parts of the Western Cape.
Strong interior winds of 40–50 km/h, with gusts...

World
The veteran singer had made a counterclaim after four housekeepers sued him for alleged sexual assault.

World
India’s weather department has issued heatwave warnings in parts of northern India.

World
Dionne Marie Hanna, 85, is accused of duping more than two dozen people – including her own son.

World
Even as the U.S. threatens military action, Cuba’s ambassador to Mexico blames Washington for the country’s crisis and says Cuba is prepared for confrontation if diplomacy collapses.

Africa
William Ruto says Kenyans speak “some of the best English in the world” while it is hard to understand Nigerians.

Africa
Cyril Ramaphosa said the suspension was because of the critical role Fannie Masemola plays in fighting crime.

Africa
Opposition parties accused the security forces of killing protesters but the official report does not say who was responsible.

Africa
At 17, Rasheed Wasiu was detained as security forces cracked down on protests against police brutality.

Business
Changes in the FTSE 100 and other indexes are not just for financial experts, they can affect our lives.

Business
South Africa’s ride-hailing market is evolving, as rising fuel costs and income inequality create demand for a model that offers both affordability and flexibility.

Business
The Department of Agriculture has gazetted changes to regulations governing mayonnaise and other dressings in South Africa.

Business
South Africa is under siege by a far more dangerous and organised illegal mining crisis than many realise.

Politics
Julius Mkhwanazi faces charges of fraud, corruption and defeating the ends of justice.

Politics
Suspended TMPD Deputy Chief Umashi Dhlamini is implicated in tender rigging.

Politics
On Thursday, Major Lebogang Phiri from the Roads Policing division testified.

Politics
Gen Puleng Dimpane will act as Police Commissioner while Fannie Masemola is on precautionary leave

Sport
Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone will train on Friday and could return after four months out with injury at Tottenham on Sunday.

Sport
At a time when Sharks owner Marco Masotti has proposed a lie detector test, the Ospreys have hit back at ‘cheating’ accusations.

Sport
The Las Vegas Raiders select quarterback Fernando Mendoza as the first overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs face a defining Soweto Derby as they look to topple Orlando Pirates, boost their CAF ambitions, and restore pride.
Education
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda — Parliament has passed the National Teachers Bill, 2024, with significant amendments aimed at redefining the standards of education in Uganda.
Education
In these books, an emperor, an officer and an orphan look for anything that resembles a clear victory in the fog of war.
Education
The American Association of University Professors is drawing new members. The group’s critics say its political stances hurt its cause.
Education
They championed diversity, equity and inclusion policies for years. Now they have complicated feelings about what they built.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
A Gauteng pensioner says the Older Persons Grant helps, but she believes part-time employment could transform lives for older South Africans.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
They are accused of defrauding the criminal justice system and obstructing justice, among other charges.

Entertainment
Sars’s argument based on ‘conflated interpretation’ of the act.

Entertainment
Possible brake failures are being cited as the reason for the latest vehicle recall

Entertainment
A number of the Welsh team’s props were unable to scrum against the Sharks.

Science/Tech
A viral red carpet moment shone light on a group of hunky Instagram influencers—and the followers who are too horny to care that they’re not real.

Science/Tech
The 1win App is the official mobile solution for Kenyan gamblers who prefer to place bets and play at the casino directly from smartphones and tablets. The app is available for free download and provides full access to all the features of the platform, including sports betting, slots, live dealer games, and fast transactions through […]

Science/Tech
The Zimbali Lakes Clubhouse, a new landmark on the KZN North Coast, has officially opened to both residents and the public. Following a series of boutique gatherings throughout April — from an intimate residents’ dinner to exclusive media and influencer experiences — the journey culminated in a grand opening celebration on Tuesday, 21 April 2026, […]

Science/Tech
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Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
Audi has recalled several e-tron GT models in South Africa over a serious braking issue.

Motoring
South Africa’s bid to host a Formula One Grand Prix has received a welcome boost.

Health
There are currently 687,958 people waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales.
Health
From the Kremlin to Silicon Valley, some of the most powerful people in the world now want something more: eternal life.
Health
The treatment, the first of its kind, was approved by the Food and Drug Administration on Thursday. “Our baby was born deaf, and now he can hear,” said one parent.

Health
Drinking the odd pint of beer can provide “substantial levels” of an essential brain-boosting vitamin in your diet, according to new research in a respected journal.