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Treasury said its “pool of skilled and competent officials” is sufficient to ensure that the work of the unit responsible for economic-growth enhancing structural reforms won’t be affected by the exit of a senior official.

National Highways says traffic is delayed by about two-and-a-half hours between Kent and Surrey.

We’ve picked out 10 of the best Champions League goals of the week – and want you to pick your favourite.

The Western Cape has been battered by strong winds, affecting several buildings, including a hospital in Cape Town.

Did Israel’s alleged use of explosives in pagers in Lebanon break international law? NPR’s Leila Fadel talks to Brian Finucane, senior adviser to the International Crisis Group.

Renata Rojas gave emotional testimony at a hearing on the submersible’s disastrous journey last year.

The sabotage of thousands of pagers and walkie-talkies has raised many who, what and whys.

Multiple women have accused Egyptian billionaire Mohamed Al-Fayed, the former owner of upmarket London department store Harrods where they worked, of rape and sexual assault.

Claude Pivi, Guinea’s most wanted fugitive, has been on the run since last year’s dramatic prison break.

Mozambique’s FRELIMO is counting on a relatively young candidate to inspire, an independent has set his sights on a surprise, the Mozambique Democratic Movement is hopeful, and RENAMO does not intend to remain in opposition forever.

The 65-year-old pledges not to be a threat to the military junta, which toppled him from power last August.

The wildlife body says the cull was necessary as the country was struggling to cope with an overpopulation of elephants along with a withering drought that has left thousands facing food shortages.

South Africa’s Public Investment Corporation, the continent’s biggest fund manager, has backed Daybreak Foods with a R250 million loan to boost its operations and balance sheet.

Higher spending on public services and benefits led to a rise in government borrowing, figures show.

The comments come after Taiwanese firm Gold Apollo said it did not make the devices used in the attack.

Sport, arts and culture minister Gayton McKenzie has blamed “miscommunication” after backtracking on his public promise to reimburse Olympics silver medallist Jo-Ané van Dyk.

AmaZulu King Misuzulu KaZwelithini has requested that a member of the Presidential Protection Services assigned to him be withdrawn from his post, citing security concerns.

Cabinet veteran Pravin Gordhan’s colleagues showered the late politician with lavish praise and defended him against an onslaught of criticism, while some relayed insights into his solemn and final moments.

Electricity and energy minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has put his head on the block vowing he will make sure South Africans are protected from the high cost of electricity.

Don’t miss the Currie Cup final on Saturday afternoon as the Sharks and Lions go into battle for the historic domestic trophy.

A chance for you to select your best XI from the top performing players involved in this year’s County Championship.

Chris Sutton, Nedum Onuoha and Nicky Bandini take a look at how Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya executed his “wonderful” double penalty save that halted Atalanta from taking a 1-0 lead.

Nedum Onuoha looks at how Bayer Leverkusen full backs Alejandro Grimaldo and Jeremie Frimpong starred in their 4-0 win over Feyenoord in the opening Champions League game.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom signed two significant bills into law that protect performers’ rights in the face of advancing AI replicas.

Janet Jackson withdrew from the DStv Delicious Festival, but no refunds will be issued. Busta Rhymes and Jason Derulo will now headline the event.

As a lover of African rhythms and beats, superstar DJ on the rise, Thakzin, prides himself on having the ability to intricately blend spiritually awakening sounds into his music.

Migraine sufferers are often triggered by the weather, and research suggests warming temperatures and more extreme weather events worsen attacks.

The department of transport has been criticised for manipulating the bidding process with only one winner in mind.

Although positioned between the Grand i10 and Venue on price, the Exter will serve a different niche and not serve as a future replacement for the former.

Avo has partnered with Supa Quick, one of South Africa’s most reputable tyre and auto spares brands, to provide this valuable Auto Care service.

Unwrapped towards the end of April in India, Mahindra has formally confirmed price and specification details of the radically different…

Coastal tour that started in June in the Eastern Cape reaches its end before the season finale at Zwartkops in October.

Long waits for hospital eye treatment are growing and appointment delays hit a record, figures show.

A team of scientists say it is “beyond reasonable doubt” the Covid pandemic started with infected animals.

The Czech government said it endorsed Britain’s Rolls-Royce as a partner for the state-owned power group CEZ to develop small modular nuclear reactors.

Thousands of people demonstrated in Brussels on Monday in solidarity with the workers of a nearby Audi factory making electric vehicles that the German carmaker is considering shutting down amid slumping in sales.

At the end of this month, England will close the doors of Ratcliffe-on-Soar Power Station, signalling the end to polluting coal-powered electricity in the UK.

Oil and gas giants have spent ~R98 billion on sports sponsorship through some 205 accords, said a study by research group New Weather Institute.