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Warning for estates and office parks with boom gates in South Africa
South African estates and office parks with boom gates must overhaul their data practices, since new POPIA rules will hold them accountable for over-collection, weak controls, and indefinite retention of personal information.

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Oxford dominate to win Women’s Boat Race
Oxford take advantage of a brilliant start to get the better of Cambridge and win a first Women’s Boat Race since 2016.

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Fourth suspect arrested over Jewish charity ambulance arson attack
Three men who had been charged following the attack appeared at court this morning, and have since been remanded in custody.

South Africa
Ekurhuleni Metro police officer killed, four injured in Musina crash
The deceased officer has been identified as Thivhulawi Malala.

South Africa
Over 130 drivers arrested for drunk driving in EC during Easter
Most of the arrests were recorded between Thursday and Friday.

South Africa
Seven lives lost on Mpumalanga roads since Thursday
Mpumalanga police say they’ll stay visible and keep up safety operations

South Africa
KZN MEC slams church for encouraging followers to stop ARVs
Vusumuzi Sibiya, has described schooling and medical treatment as worldly things

World
Australians told to continue Easter travel plans despite fuel shortages
Hundreds of petrol stations across Australia have run out of fuel as the Iran war disrupts global oil shipments and pushes up prices.

World
‘London Falling’: A teenage imposter, an aging gangster and a body in the Thames
In 2019, 19-year-old Zac Brettler leapt towards the River Thames from a fifth-floor luxury apartment in central London. Patrick Radden Keefe investigates the story of the teen’s double life in a new book.

World
Iran war enters its 6th week as military searches for downed jet crew member
The war in Iran enters its 6th week as the search continues for the missing U.S. service member who bailed out of a fighter jet shot down over Iran on Friday.

World
The busiest place you’ve never seen
Photographer Julia Gunther and writer-filmmaker Nick Schönfeld chronicle the rhythms of daily life on Tristan da Cunha, the world’s most remote inhabited island.

Africa
Senegal bans ministers from foreign travel as oil price rise bites
The fuel cost is nearly double what the government budgeted for putting pressure on stretched finances.

Africa
Burkina Faso must ‘forget’ about democracy, military leader says
Capt Ibrahim Traoré, who seized power in 2023, says democratic rule would not work for his country.

Africa
Sixteen Kenyans missing in Russia after army recruitment
More than 250 Kenyans have gone to fight for Russia in Ukraine, mostly willingly, Kenya’s foreign minister says.

Africa
Four children stabbed to death at Ugandan school
The suspect is in custody but his motive is unknown, the police say in a brief statement.

Business
Goodbye Australia, UK, and Canada – reverse emigration trend hitting South Africa
A growing number of skilled South Africans are returning home after building careers overseas in countries such as Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom (UK).

Business
10 most valuable brands in South Africa worth R771 billion
Accountancy firm Brand Finance recently published a report listing South Africa’s top 100 brands in 2026, with Africa’s largest mobile network operator MTN maintaining its position as South Africa’s most valuable brand.

Business
The woman who didn’t become a doctor out of fear of blood is now the CEO of major bank in South Africa
First National Bank (FNB) Personal Segment CEO Lytania Johnson will assume the role of CEO for FNB in April 2026, succeeding current CEO Harry Kellan.

Business
South Africans withdrawing millions of rands from their pension funds
JSE-listed financial services group Alexforbes recently announced that it has processed and paid more than one million savings pot withdrawal claims since 2024 when the two-pot retirement system was introduced in South Africa.

Politics
ANC open to working with parties like EFF and MKP: Mashatile
Mashatile spoke to the media after a Good Friday service hosted by Amandla Ngawethu Universal Church

Politics
South Africa will not collapse: Mashatile on huge fuel price hike
Mashatile says government is looking at increasing its capacity to refine crude oil

Politics
ANCYL demands young leaders in Panyaza Lesufi’s cabinet
The ANCYL says Panyaza Lesufi’s pick of Nkululeko Dunga sidelines youth and ignores party rules

Politics
Mashatile to attend Good Friday service at Amandla Ngawethu church
Mashatile is expected to be joined by Gauteng Premier, Panyaza Lesufi, Health MEC Faith Mazibuko.

Sport
LIVE SCORING: Bulls v Glasgow Warriors
Follow the live scoring as the Bulls tackle the Glasgow Warriors in a blockbuster Champions Cup encounter on Saturday.

Sport
LIVE SCORING: Stormers v Toulon
Keep track of the live scoring as the Stormers take on Toulon in what should be an entertaining Champions Cup clash on Saturday.

Sport
‘Excited to punch her’ – Harper & Dubois make weight
Terri Harper told Caroline Dubois she is “excited” to punch her in the face as the Britons made weight for Sunday’s unified lightweight world title fight.

Sport
We must make rugby a safer game to play – Irwin
Former internationals David Irwin, Luke Marshall and Kenny Hooks discuss head injury and what can be done to make the game safer with the Ireland Rugby Social podcast.
Education
Living Space
We don’t have to travel to the moon to gain some of the insight that astronauts do.
Education
Some Borrowers Are Moving Abroad and Abandoning Their Student Loans
A record number of student loan borrowers are in delinquency and default. Some are making the drastic decision to leave the country and abandon their loans.

Education
Voters in Wales failed by inaccurate UK media reports on devolved issues, study finds
Reports on English policies seen in Wales as relating to whole of UK contribute to widespread confusion, researchers say
UK media is failing to report properly on devolved issues in Wales, leaving voters ill-informed about May’s Senedd elections, a report has found.
A Cardiff University study of more than 3,000 news items found repeated patterns in coverage across different broadcasters and...

Education
A ‘masculinity crisis’ is brewing in UK schools, union says
Misogynistic abuse of female staff is increasing, leaving teachers feeling ‘traumatised’ and ‘humiliated’
Teachers’ leaders have said a “masculinity crisis” is fermenting in schools across the UK, with misogynistic abuse of female staff on the increase, leaving victims “traumatised”, “demeaned” and “humiliated”.
Almost a quarter of female teachers who took part in a union survey said they have...

Lifestyle
Anele Mdoda’s husband Mgudlwa breaks silence amid PPE scandal
Mgudlwa denies linking Anele Mdoda to PPE scandal, says contracts predate their relationship and vows to challenge tribunal ruling.

Lifestyle
Rocking The Vaal gears up for Guinness World Record attempts
Ready to get down to good music and break two tasty Guinness World Records in the process? The Rocking The Vaal festival’s got you covered!

Lifestyle
‘Easter’: Inside Siya Kolisi’s Good Friday with kids
Inside Springboks captain Siya Kolisi’s Good Friday with his two kids and two siblings in Durban. Take a look…

Lifestyle
Londie London called out by Dineo Moloisane after podcast comments
Reality TV star Londie London is called out by influencer Dineo Moloisane after comments made on ‘Podcast and Chill’ spark drama online.

Entertainment
Lamola: Iran waived an exit visa to aid people trapped in Middle East, and that was largely it
With Iranian airspace completely shut down from the start of the conflict, the only routes out were overland.

Entertainment
‘A disappointing feeling’: Pietersen turns sight to URC
The Sharks coach said they would now target bonus-point wins from all four remaining URC games to have a chance at reaching playoffs.

Entertainment
Anele Mdoda’s husband Bonelela Mgudlwa speaks out after PPE tender saga
Mgudlwa has expressed his intention to launch legal action.

Entertainment
South Africa pays R2.5 trillion in debt costs as borrowing hits R3.8 trillion
The South African government is spending more and more money on interest, without reducing the debt.
Science/Tech
‘Cognitive Surrender’ Leads AI Users To Abandon Logical Thinking, Research Finds
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: When it comes to large language model-powered tools, there are generally two broad categories of users. On one side are those who treat AI as a powerful but sometimes faulty service that needs careful human oversight and review to detect reasoning or factual flaws in responses. On the other side are those who routinely outsource their...

Science/Tech
Sonos Play Review: Performance Meets Convenience
With great sound and versatility, this new speaker may be Sonos’ best.

Science/Tech
Best Ski Clothes (2026): Patagonia, Arc’teryx, Burton, and More
From weatherproof jackets and pants to puffers, gloves, and socks, WIRED’s winter sports experts have you covered.

Science/Tech
Aiper IrriSense 2 Smart Irrigation System Review: Clever Yet Uneven
This hose-attached smart sprinkler maps your yard, rotates on command, and measures water use. Despite these clever features, the results are a little uneven.

Motoring
5 fastest hatchbacks you can buy in South Africa
South Africa is home to some top-notch hot hatches.

Motoring
The new car brand South Africa was supposed to receive in 2026
Tesla was set to launch in South Africa this year, but ongoing tensions have put these plans on hold.

Motoring
Iran war disrupts shipments from major carmaker
Car exports from Asian carmakers have been disrupted by the Middle East conflict.

Motoring
Official petrol price for April, big update for South Africa’s new airport, and how much fuel you are legally allowed to store at home
These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week.
Health
For Many Patients Leaving the I.C.U., the Struggle Has Only Just Begun
A long stay in intensive care can bring physical, cognitive and mental health challenges that can take months or longer to resolve.

Health
AR tech prepares patients for endometriosis surgery
The images are used in consultations to show what happens to the womb, ovaries and fallopian tubes.
Health
‘Under Protest,’ Raw Dairy Farm Recalls Cheddar Linked to 9 E. Coli Cases
Raw Farm, a dairy producer in California, denies that its products have caused the outbreak, which has sickened people in three states.
Health
H.H.S. Takes a First Step Toward Restoring Vaccine Advisory Committee
A federal judge last month questioned the legitimacy of the panel and overturned its recent work. A notice suggests that it may be revived on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s terms.