SUNDAY, 10 MAY 2026, 12:47
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The hackers who effectively seized control of Ekurhuleni’s IT billing system manipulated billing data to reduce property rates debt owed to the city by residents and businesses
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On the surface, it may appear that President Cyril Ramaphosa is in a very difficult political position, but an examination of the interests of those involved suggests it is unlikely that he will be forced to leave office. It appears likely he will survive any parliamentary process and stay. Unless he decides to go.
South Africa
Four rescued in Durban building collapse
Four people have been rescued from the scene of a building collapse in Durban on Saturday, the KwaZulu-Natal Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Department said.“To date, four people have been successfully extricated and have received medical attention. The department wishes all who are affected a speedy recovery,” the...
South Africa
Finance Minister engages Joburg Mayor
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has met with the Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Dada Morero, to discuss serious concerns the National Treasury has raised regarding the City’s finances.“These concerns relate to financial sustainability and compliance with the Municipal Finance Management Act, 2003 (MFMA) by the metropolitan...
South Africa
Gauteng police spokesperson Tinstwalo Sibeko says an investigation is under way.
South Africa
Diale says they have partnerships with traditional leaders and the private sector.
World
In Cape Verde, a small island nation off West Africa, World Cup qualification is transforming dreams on and off the pitch.
World
A cargo ship caught fire Sunday after being hit by an unknown projectile off Qatar’s coast, the British military said.
World
Officials are investigating what caused the explosion at a popular marina in southern Florida.
World
The Venerable Pallegama Hemarathana Thero holds one of the most revered positions in the Buddhist world.
Africa
Announcing his death, President Duma Boko said Mogae was “a distinguished statesman and patriot”.
Africa
The ruling could have huge implications for the political future of Cyril Ramaphosa.
Africa
The death toll is unclear but sources say between 30 and 50 people died in Wednesday’s attacks.
Africa
The former university lecturer was a vocal critic of the government and ruling Rwandan Patriotic Front party.
Business
A recent judgment by the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) that has clarified an important issue for estates, sectional title schemes, and other gated communities in South Africa.
Business
A petrol station situated on the N4 highway is home to a family of white rhinos, amongst other animals such as buffalo, zebras, and various antelope.
Business
Business
Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Sunday, 10 May 2026.
Politics
Dr. Matjoa was the last surviving member of Nelson Mandela’s legendary “12 Disciples”
Politics
Ngema replaces the outgoing leader Francois Rodgers.
Politics
DA says it will participate in any Phala Phala impeachment process.
Politics
Hill-Lewis addressed the party’s provincial congress in Durban on Saturday
Sport
Daniel Dubois fights back from two knockdowns to stop Fabio Wardley in an epic all-British WBO world heavyweight title fight.
Sport
Orlando Pirates legend Steve Lekoelea praised Abdeslam Ouaddou for dropping Yanela Mbuthuma for Evidence Makgopa.
Sport
Former Kaizer Chiefs winger George Lebese feels Orlando Pirates star Relebohile Mofokeng is ready to play in Europe.
Sport
BBC Sport NI reflects on the North West 200 and the impressive performance of Storm Stacey, who won two races on his road racing debut.
Education
A gunman’s attack at the April dinner has spurred more debate than usual about one of Washington’s most dissected rituals.
Education
A new tool on the university’s website tells you what the first year “will” cost if you get in.
Education
The National Education Union says it will hold a formal ballot this autumn without “urgent action”.
Education
At the city’s Great Exhibition of 1904, 57 Somali men, women and children cooked, weaved and danced for visitors
It was, the posters said, a rare chance to see a “little known but interesting people”: a live display of 57 Somali men, women and children who cooked, weaved and danced for the entertainment of hundreds of thousands of Edwardians who flocked to Yorkshire to see them.
More than 120...
Lifestyle
It’s status quo for SASSA Old-Age Grants for June 2026, which goes ahead as scheduled. Here’s all the latest on dates and eligibility …
Lifestyle
Tamron Hall is a successful host of her own talk show, ‘Tamron Hall Show’ since 2019.
Lifestyle
GrandWest Mall, a new R650-million shopping hub, is coming to Cape Town’s Goodwood suburb. Find out when it will open…
Lifestyle
The whale carcass, which recently washed ashore at Gwaing River Mouth and Beach, has now been reclaimed by the sea.
Entertainment
The SA U20 team went unbeaten through the tournament to win the title for the first time.
Entertainment
It is unclear on what charges Kadwa was arrested.
Entertainment
Preliminary investigation also suggests that the security personnel guarding the premises may have been working with the suspects.
Entertainment
“We will continue until the last minute of the TS Galaxy match to look for points,” Cardoso said.
Science/Tech
One of the country’s busiest airspaces has a new kind of flying machine—maybe temporarily.
Science/Tech
Your cell phone can handle basic language translation, but bespoke tools can offer a much more immersive experience.
Science/Tech
The hotel staffer who calls you with an urgent request for payment isn’t necessarily who they say they are.
Science/Tech
“Meta’s embrace of AI is making its employees miserable,” reports the New York Times. And “After Meta said late last month that it would start tracking employees’ computer use, hundreds of workers spoke up.” (One employee even told Meta’s CTO in an internal post, “Your callousness to the concerns of your own employees is concerning.” In an internal post last month, Meta told its U.S. employees...
Motoring
Kyalami is Africa’s longest Formula One track and the premier motorsports venue in South Africa, but it’s been 33 years since it last hosted a Formula One Grand Prix.
Motoring
Eskom can use up to 30% of the nation’s refined diesel supply during peak load.
Motoring
Land Rover has unveiled a range of exclusive London-inspired Range Rovers in South Africa.
Motoring
FNB clients in South Africa are receiving more fuel price relief, thanks to eBucks.
Health
The MV Hondius, the cruise ship that had carried passengers infected with hantavirus, anchored off the Spanish territory, where other passengers would soon disembark.
Health
The cruise ship will arrive on the island of Tenerife, part of the Canary Islands of Spain, officials said. All of the passengers will then be evacuated to their home countries.
Health
Health authorities said three passengers from the MV Hondius had died after showing symptoms of the rare disease.
Health
But it has been hard to attract interest in medical interventions for viruses that have not been considered a top public health priority, scientists say.