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An engineering-first approach to Technical and Vocational Education and Training is no longer optional but an economic imperative, writes Takalani Ratshilumela

Two first time entrants to this year’s 99th edition of the Comrades marathon include an athlete who was in a serious car crash in March and a runner who ran 100km in less than six hours.

Why has the American economy continued to outperform so many of its peers, despite facing the same global shocks?

It might have been nervy. It might not have been pretty. But Scotland are here. And Scotland have won. Tom English reports from Boston.

King Makhosoke II died on Tuesday after reigning for 40 years.

To avoid delays, road users have been urged to find alternative routes.

Xaba says an initial fleet of seven buses has been provided.

The distraught mother of the child, Yolisa Yena says the teachers did not even bother to call her.

Adichie’s 21-month old son died in a Lagos hospital, which she says is trying to stop an inquest into the circumstances of his death.

A niche group of content creators called “virtual parents” have become hugely popular among young people.

Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar’s death highlights continuing security challenges facing parts of the country.

The World Cup officially kicked off this week – but alongside the football, there are questions around heat, cost, the environmental impact and travel restrictions.

Sylvester Muigai Ndung’u was in Nanyuki to fetch a school uniform on Tuesday, his mother says.

Bola Tinubu was addressing the nation on Democracy Day, marking the return to civilian rule in 1999.

Former captain Dean Furman says South Africa were “miles off it” in their World Cup opener against Mexico, as many on the continent ‘hate-watch’ Bafana Bafana.

Southwark Council in south London takes possession of a property linked to Sierra Leone’s Fatima Bio.

The former England goalie does not want costly kit to be a bar to anyone hoping to play football.

Eleri Williams started out selling her dad’s old football shirts and has just opened her own shop.

Geordin Hill-Lewis says reliable and affordable services are high up on the list of his priorities.

Zuma says the solution to end the suffering of the masses is to vote.

Mapaila says he does not aspire to occupy public office or become a top government official.

James was unveiled as the party’s candidate during a launch in Hanover Park on the Cape Flats.

England have had their first training session in Kansas City – what did we learn?

The final PSL promotion and relegation picture for the 2025/26 season has been confirmed. Milford FC and Kruger United earned places in next season’s Betway Premiership.

Scotland manager Steve Clarke reacts to his side’s 1-0 victory over Haiti in their Group C opener at the Boston Stadium.

Shemaine Campbelle finishes unbeaten on 90 as West Indies chase down 163 to beat defending champions New Zealand by seven wickets in Southampton in their opening match of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.

Funding for extracurricular activities comes as ministers prepare to introduce social media restrictions for under-16s

The government has announced a £132.5m funding package for after-school clubs as ministers prepare to introduce expected restrictions on social media use for under-16s.

The programme is designed to expand access to enrichment activities in schools, with funding for clubs...

Other projects include developing tools to help visually impaired people navigate video games

Parents are constantly being told to limit their children’s screen time. But when it comes to deciphering which films or TV shows are best suited to developing minds, the guidance remains largely one-size-fits-all. A relatively slow-paced programme such as Bluey offers a very different viewing...

South African-born tech entreprenur Elon Musk become the world’s first trillionaire, take a look at his 14 kids and their moms…

Andile Mpisane’s wife Tamia has fuelled rumours that they have split, less than five years after their shotgun wedding…

Six excluded Bafana Bafana players turned down an offer from Gayton McKenzie to travel to the FIFA World Cup as spectators.

A mental health professional has weighed into the shock death of Parklands College head boy Connor Niske…

It is alleged that instead of buying feed for the chickens, Shabba splurged on a Mercedes-Benz GLE 63 Coupe.

Qatar strike late to draw with Switzerland.

What does Dada actually know about turning around a municipality, and where is the show of competency for it?

The Jetour T1 has welcomed a more powerful and fuel-efficient plug-in hybrid derivative to the range.

Children can test the new miniature replica of an MRI machine on different toys.

The aim of the Hele Road ward is to give students hands-on experience with equipment and patients.

Patients have been urged to only attend A&E if their condition is life-threatening or serious.