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The Irish government has announced further fuel supports for a number of sectors after nationwide protests in recent weeks.

The price of crude oil has swung sharply as uncertainty over the war in the Middle East continues.

Two Pretoria learners have made South African science fair history after becoming the first Grade 7 students in 39 years to be named overall winners of the Gauteng-North iMBEWU Science Fair, competing against learners up to Grade 12. Gustav Heesen of Afrikaans Hoër Seunskool and Johan Vorster of Pretoria Boys High School, both formerly from […]

The GSMA and French AI research company Pleias have released CommonLingua, an open-source language identification model covering 334 languages including 61 African languages, addressing a foundational gap in AI systems that has caused African-language text to be routinely misidentified. Released under the GSMA’s African AI Languages Model Project, the two-million-parameter model achieves 83%...

South Africa’s Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi has withdrawn the country’s Draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy after an internal investigation confirmed that the document contains fictitious sources in its reference list, in what the minister described as an unacceptable failure of integrity. “Following revelations that the Draft National...

An appeals court sentenced ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol to 7 years in prison for resisting arrest and bypassing a Cabinet meeting before his brief imposition of martial law in December 2024.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quitting oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership.

Against the backdrop of an energy crisis and a warming planet, more than 50 countries have come to Santa Marta, Colombia, to discuss concrete ways to phase out oil, gas, and coal.

A video from Odisha state of Jitu Munda taking the remains to the bank went viral this week, leading to anger.

The UK has issued similar advice, telling citizens who stay, that they do so at their own risk.

The mountain bongo is a rare antelope endemic to Kenyan highland forests, with less than 100 in the wild.

Diezani Alison-Madueke is accused of being treated to luxury home stays and lavish spending sprees in the UK, which she denies.

South Africa’s president says people’s concerns should not “breed… hatred towards fellow Africans”.

The City of Johannesburg has officially opened the delayed Brixton Tower and Reservoir as part of a R300 million infrastructure upgrade project in the city.

The Albany Bakery in Waltloo, Pretoria, paid R1 million in bills owed to the City of Tshwane within 24 hours to have its electricity reconnected.

Freshney Place is being renovated to include a new food hall and five-screen cinema.

South African pension funds are being raided to survive the cost of living.

The Boksburg Magistrate’s Court granted Kagiso Lerutla and Julius Mkhwanazi bail of R30 000 each.

The first draft report has been shared with committee members.

The Commission will resume on Thursday with a new witness.

Chair Mbuyiseli Madlanga says Brown Mogotsi resumes testimony at the Madlanga Inquiry

Paddy Pimblett reflects on his loss to Justin Gaethje as he returns to camp for his comeback fight in July.

President Trump pays tribute to back-to-back Masters champion Rory McIlroy at Tuesday’s White House banquet.

England midfielder Jack Grealish speaks to Joe Wilson about extending his Special Olympics GB ambassador role and what it means to him.

All-rounder Sophie Devine and fast bowler Lea Tahuhu join Suzie Bates in confirming their retirement after this summer’s T20 World Cup.

Former model Christina Storm has rubbished sensational reports of her ex, Springbok James Small’s death in 2019…

Residents in parts of Gauteng reported ground shaking on Tuesday evening after a possible seismic event near Soweto.

Lalla Hirayama and Ross McIlroy paid homage to their Japanese and Irish roots with a cross-cultural wedding at Stellenbosch’s MolenVliet wine estate.

Due to the number of employees, personnel is the primary cost driver.

Bonang Matheba’s latest look shows once again why African fashion stands out.

Cele says the change enables Postbank to better serve its customers by offering more accessible and efficient banking channels.

Alfa Romeo’s Junior Elettrica Veloce is a hot hatch dressed as an EV – and it’s just brilliant to drive.

Whisker’s Litter-Robot name has become synonymous with the automatic litter box. We’ve tested the entire lineup and can help you choose the best model for your household.

MTN’s remuneration resolution drew just 59.2% shareholder support in 2025 – among the lowest in last year’s AGM season.

From sorting chicken nuggets to screwing in light bulbs, Eka’s robots are eerily lifelike. But do they have real physical smarts?

Land Rover has unveiled one of its most luxurious SUVs yet, and it’s coming to South Africa.

The Airlines Association of Southern Africa is calling for greater transparency about local jet fuel availability.

What are the main symptoms and causes of bowel cancer, and how can you reduce your risk of getting it?

Researchers stress that simple lifestyle changes can still significantly reduce the risk of cancer.