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Kenya’s democratic mirage: Expulsion of Kagoro as continental symbol
The deportation of Brian Bright Kagoro in February 2026 is not the story of one man’s expulsion; it is the unmasking of Kenya’s democratic mirage
MONDAY, 02 MARCH 2026, 17:35

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The deportation of Brian Bright Kagoro in February 2026 is not the story of one man’s expulsion; it is the unmasking of Kenya’s democratic mirage

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The South African rand fell on Monday as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East rattled investors and added to global economic uncertainty.

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Leeds United say loud boos during a brief pause in play to allow players observing Ramadan to break their fast in Saturday’s Premier League game at Elland Road were “disappointing”.

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Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Tuesday, 3 March 2026.

South Africa
The building collapsed at Amethyst Business Park in Ormonde.

South Africa
Ntanzi denies having a cellphone after his June 2020 arrest.

South Africa
Majodina says government will focus mostly on people who have no water infrastructure at home.
South Africa
Budget will accelerate country’s momentum, says President
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the 2026 Budget, tabled by the Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana last week, will accelerate the momentum of inclusive growth, create jobs and tackle poverty.“Every budgetary allocation is a developmental choice: ensuring there are teachers in classrooms, nurses and doctors in clinics,...

World
Global oil prices are in the high $70s as traffic through Strait of Hormuz comes to a halt. Some analysts have warned they could top $100 a barrel if the stoppage is prolonged.

World
The remarks are the first to reporters since the U.S.-Israeli military operations against Iran began Saturday despite weeks of talks designed to stave off a conflict.

World
Israel trades fire with Hezbollah, widening the U.S. and Israel’s war with Iran into Lebanon. And, Texas primaries could test if Latino support for the GOP remains strong after 2024’s gains.

World
The war over Iran engulfed more of the Middle East and beyond on Monday as Lebanon’s militant group Hezbollah responded to the killing of Iran’s spiritual leader with its first attack on Israel in more than a year.

Africa
The move could undermine Lilongwe’s pursuit of a new programme with the International Monetary Fund

Africa
He used the girls’ mother’s life-threatening illness as an opportunity to demand sex, said the US Office of Public Affairs.

Africa
This is the highest number of confirmed casualties from a single African country in the Ukraine-Russia war.

Africa
The disgraced financier was in talks to buy luxury abode Bin Ennakhi – but the purchase was never completed.

Business
Millions of South Africans have moved across provincial borders over the years, but most are doing so looking for one thing — and hoping to find it in the economic heartland.
Business

Business
The US-Iran conflict will have a massive ripple effect on South Africa’s economy, with consumers bearing the brunt of higher fuel prices, inflation, and possible interest rate trouble.
Business

Politics
Ngcuka says he would have resisted any attempt to interfere with his work.

Politics
The committee may summon Paul O’Sullivan if he ignores its invite, after his walkout last week.

Politics
TRC Inquiry aims to probe allegations of political interference that prevented prosecution.

Politics
Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia says the report was declassified on February 2 this year.

Sport
Ireland’s Shane Lowry finds water off the tee on both the 16th and 17th holes to blow his three-shot lead and finish runner-up at the Cognizant Classic.

Sport
John Souttar says fans are entitled to question Rangers’ mentality after ceding a two-goal lead to Celtic – but asks to be judged at the end of the season.

Sport
The Six Nations trophy has been retired from use after sustaining fire damage during transit in Round 3 of the 2026 tournament.

Sport
Watch every angle of Chermiti’s incredible overhead kick against Celtic.
Education
[Vanguard] – Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has cautioned 11,500 newly matriculated students of Ebonyi State University (EBSU) to avoid cultism, examination malpractice, and other social vices, warning that violations would attract expulsion.

Education
The queen of children’s edutainment is back after four very long months, with her most extraordinary, envelope-pushing and moving special yet. Cue absolute relief for parents the world over
For those whose cultural experiences are largely absorbed through the prism of their mewling infants’ demands for the same thing 437 times in a row, it’s been a long four months. In late October last...
Education
[Nile Post] The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has urged students and leaders of King’s College Budo to jealously guard the school’s rich legacy and remain committed to excellence.
Education
[Liberian Observer] The University of Liberia (UL) has conferred an Honorary Doctorate Degree in International Relations on Foreign Minister, Sara Beysolow Nyanti, recognizing what it described as “enormous gains” for the country in the diplomatic arena since her appointment.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
NPA confirms siblings can be legally required to pay maintenance for a financially struggling brother or sister if parents cannot provide.

Lifestyle
Students at a South African university can now experience their film projects on the big screen after the launch of a new on-campus cinema.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for 3 March 2026.

Entertainment
Emergency teams search for survivors as multiple people remain trapped under rubble in Ormonde.

Entertainment
Deal secures effective stake in Tshipi Borwa in the Kalahari Manganese Field, reshaping capital allocation.

Entertainment
‘Our main concern at this stage is who receives social grants when they should not be.’

Science/Tech
Eskom CIO Len de Villers has told Mobile World Congress that AI deployments must produce a return on investment.
Science/Tech
Japan will effectively ban the in-flight use of power banks starting in mid-April after a “recent series of alarming incidents,” reports the Asahi Shimbun. From the report: Currently, mobile batteries in Japan are classified as “spare batteries” and are prohibited in checked luggage. For carry-on bags, those exceeding 160 watt-hours are banned, while passengers are limited to two units for...

Science/Tech
IT leaders are struggling to keep pace as AI rapidly reshapes the technology landscape, according to IDC.

Science/Tech
The iPad Air enjoys a relatively modest update with the M4 chip and 12 gigabytes of RAM.

Motoring
The price of petrol and diesel is going up this Wednesday.
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
It’s possible to buy a car from a premium brand in South Africa for less than R350,000.
Health
Citing shortfalls in federal support, about 20 states are toughening eligibility requirements for patients in drug assistance programs.

Health
Women with endometriosis say doctors failed to listen to them or take their pain seriously.
Health
Veterans and others who have suffered trauma and injuries are flocking to clinics around the world to take ibogaine. My own reason was deeply personal.
Health
A small stable of doctors gave V.I.P. medical services to the sex offender and the women around him. Some doctors bent or broke the ethical rules of their profession.