
Top Stories
‘Nothing left to chance’ for Bayeux Tapestry’s journey to London
The 950-year-old work will be as safe “as a baby” during its move to London, French officials say.
THURSDAY, 04 JUNE 2026, 14:07

Top Stories
The 950-year-old work will be as safe “as a baby” during its move to London, French officials say.
Top Stories
Top Stories

Top Stories
Bafana Bafana will put the final touches in their 2026 FIFA World Cup preparations with a friendly against Jamaica on Friday.
South Africa
South Africans called to defend Constitution and deepen transformation
South Africans have been urged to recommit themselves to the Constitution and actively participate in strengthening the country’s democracy as South Africa marks 30 years since the adoption of the Constitution.
Addressing a joint sitting of Parliament on Thursday to commemorate the anniversary, Deputy Minister of...

South Africa
Analyst cautions against the use of social media to spread misinformation or to trend and get likes

South Africa
Mogotsi was arrested on 15 May on charges of defeating the ends of justice and perjury, among others
South Africa
SIU authorised to probe PSIRA and UIF training contracts
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a proclamation authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate allegations of maladministration and unlawful conduct linked to training contracts awarded by the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) and the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF).
Proclamation 316...

World
BBC correspondent John Sudworth reports from the Beirut stronghold of Hezbollah support, Dahieh.

World
If confirmed by the Senate, Trump’s former personal lawyer would become the administration’s number one prosecutor.

World
The producers of Don 3 had earlier complained that Singh’s alleged exit from the film had caused major financial losses.

World
BBC’s Will Grant got a first-hand look at security preparations in Monterrey, as the city gets ready to host four matches.

Africa
The opposition has called for protests after the president’s term in office was extended by a year.

Africa
A fifth man was discharged and acquitted by the court due to insufficient evidence against him.

Africa
With a record 10 African sides in action at the 2026 World Cup, BBC Sport Africa picks out some of the players to watch from the continent.

Africa
The oil giant says the documents ignore the critical context of the complex operating environment at the time.
Business
Business
Business
Business

Politics
Gavin Jacob is on his second day of testimony at the Madlanga Inquiry.
Politics
The KwaZulu-Natal High Court in Pietermaritzburg has postponed the legal battle between expelled National Freedom Party member Mbali Shinga and the party, after the court directed the NFP to file its answering affidavit first.

Politics
President Cyril Ramaphosa hosts President William Ruto of the Republic of Kenya on a state visit

Politics
Durban Serious Organised Crime Investigation Unit member Colonel Gavin Jacob continues testifying.
Sport
A standout Bulls player has bagged a coveted URC award at a time when the Springboks have come calling again.

Sport
Three friends from Argentina arrive in Missouri in Kansas after cycling 10,500 miles from their home in Gualeguaychu to the venue of their team’s opening game of the World Cup.

Sport
Blackrock College announce the death of former Ireland and British and Irish Lions back row Fergus Slattery at the age of 77.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs are trimming their squad with several departures expected. These three Amakhosi stars are likely to be heading out of Naturena.
Education
[Liberian Observer] In a bold move aimed at easing the financial burden on students and widening access to higher education, The Salvation Army Polytechnic University has announced a 50 percent reduction in tuition costs across all its colleges.
Education
[This Day] There is a quiet crisis unfolding in the halls of our universities. As generative artificial intelligence becomes a staple of the modern toolkit, a parallel industry has emerged promising to catch the machines at work. For many lecturers and academic boards, these AI detectors have been welcomed as a digital thin blue line, a way to maintain the sanctity of original thought.

Education
Ofqual chief says invigilators are being trained to detect devices like smart glasses and hidden earpieces.

Education
The union argues that instead of cutting teacher recruitment, the government should use falling pupil numbers to make class sizes smaller.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Madlanga to half a mil richer: South Africans have flooded a BackaBuddy campaign to raise funds to buy Hawks Karl Sander a new coffee machine.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
An on-site inspection revealed that not a single shovel of earth had been moved.

Entertainment
The main ceremony is scheduled to take place in September this year.

Entertainment
Wesizwe Platinum says Bakubung Platinum Mine’s temporary shutdown is intended to allow for meaningful engagement during retrenchment talks.
Entertainment

Science/Tech
Looking to add a smart speaker to your house? Here’s which to choose, whether you’re an Alexa, Siri, or Google fan.

Science/Tech
The BMW IT Hub South Africa is poised to contribute over R4 billion to SA’s economy in 2026, as it continues to build software for the BMW Group’s business operations.

Science/Tech
Overlapping security roles create delays and exploitable gaps despite governance structures, warns Wikistrat’s Dr Maiendra Moodley.

Science/Tech
Your membership gets you more than free two-day shipping. Here’s what you may be missing ahead of Amazon Prime Day.
Motoring

Motoring
Further specifications, pricing and availability details will be announced at the official South African launch of the Ora 5 in July 2026.
Motoring
Motoring

Health
Could the parasite also impact human behaviour? Made in partnership with UKRI.

Health
A young man from Darwen who lost his father realised he needed support so decided to start a walking group

Health
As scientists edge closer to new treatments for hair loss, Victoria Derbyshire examines what such breakthroughs could mean for women.

Health
Women taking the drug tell the BBC it has given them their lives back.