11 suspects to appear in court following Bekkersdal firearm bust
The arrests followed a shooting incident in which ten patrons were killed at a tavern in Bekkersdal.
South Africa
Three arrested in Cape Flats gang-related operations
Police say the raids form part of broader SAPS efforts to curb gang violence.
Search for SANDF member suspended amid flooded Komati River
The search for the two members continued, this morning at the Komati River in Komatiproot
Slain AFASA leader’s family demands justice
Mbongeni Sikhakhane was attacked at his home in Sweetwaters, Pietermaritzburg last Friday.
‘Severe weather has impacted Eskom’s network countrywide’
Power disruptions were reported in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo and the Free State.
News24 | Paulina Mamogobo | Why SA auto exports do not threaten the US industry
The US reliance on Section 232 of its Trade Expansion Act, invoking “national security” concerns to hike car import tariffs, ignores how the global car market actually works, writes Paulina Mamogobo.
News24 | WATCH | Cape Town’s kota bozza: Words may stutter, but Meli Gingqini’s kota’s speak volumes
Meli Gingqini started Jamludi Eatery to overcome limited employment opportunities, creating a sustainable income while navigating barriers like advanced stuttering that hindered access to traditional jobs.
Over 50 couples to wed at IPHC mass wedding in Westonaria
Female congregants are allowed to propose to men at International Pentecostal Holiness Church
Pretoria matric exam cheating scandal report due Monday
Officials from the Department of Basic Education have been suspended after the exam cheating scandal
Rising river levels hinder search for missing SANDF Soldier
One body was recovered on Friday after the vehicle carrying two SANDF members was swept away.
7-year-old among two drowning victims in separate Limpopo incidents
The search for the boy who drowned in the Tweestroom farming area in Modimolle is continuing.
News24 | Lifeguard saves four in dramatic Miller’s Point beach rescue
Two little girls are among four people who were rescued after experiencing difficulties on the Western Cape coast line.
News24 | Boxing Day weather: Hot in the west, storms and flood risks elsewhere
The South African Weather Service has warned of severe thunderstorms and possible flooding in several parts of the country on Boxing Day, except for the western regions, which are bracing themselves for hot to very hot conditions..
News24 | Cape Town firefighters battle vegetation fire below Philip Kgosana Drive
City of Cape Town Fire and Rescue Services are battling a blaze below Philip Kgosana Drive in Cape Town.
News24 | WATCH | ‘People need to get their hands dirty’: How AFRICANMAKE is changing Tembisa
The dirtier his hands get, the happier Moabelo Nzimande becomes. The 35-year-old spends his days turning waste into furniture.
AI to Take Center Stage in Energy Investment Decisions at IAE Forum 2026
Investors in African energy projects continue to face a familiar challenge. The continent offers vast resource potential and the prospect of strong returns, but political, regulatory and operational risks frequently delay or derail projects. High-profile developments illustrate the issue. The Mozambique LNG project, valued at about $20 billion, has faced repeated delays due to security […]
Mastercard Outlook Sees Middle East and Africa Outperforming Global Growth in 2026
The Mastercard Economics Institute has released its Economic Outlook 2026, forecasting resilient growth across the Middle East and Africa despite a moderating global economy. The report projects global real GDP growth of 3.1% in 2026, while the Middle East and North Africa region is expected to expand at a faster pace of 3.6% year on […]
ChatGPT Rolls Out ‘Year in Review’ Feature for Subscribers
OpenAI is joining a growing list of subscription-based platforms by introducing a “year in review” feature for users of ChatGPT. Branded as Your Year with ChatGPT, the feature mirrors end-of-year recaps popularized by services such as Spotify and Sony. These summaries are designed to reflect user activity over the past year, relying on the extensive […]
ChatGPT Adds New Controls for Tone, Warmth and Emoji Use
Users of OpenAI’s ChatGPT can now fine-tune the chatbot’s personality, including how warm, enthusiastic or emoji-friendly its responses appear. OpenAI announced the update in a social media post, saying the new controls are available in ChatGPT’s Personalization menu. Users can adjust warmth, enthusiasm and emoji use by selecting More, Less or Default. Similar options are […]
Amazon Expands Alexa+ With New Travel, Home Services Integrations
Amazon is expanding its AI-powered digital assistant, Alexa+, with new integrations that will allow users to access additional online services directly through the assistant. The company said Thursday that Alexa+ will add integrations with Angi, Expedia, Square and Yelp starting in 2026. The new capabilities will enable users to book hotels, request quotes for home […]
Condolences for Prof Christie
Condolences for Prof Christie
President Cyril Ramaphosa has conveyed his condolences following the passing of Professor Renfrew Leslie Christie.“I have learned with deep sadness of the passing of Prof Renfrew Leslie Christie – a scholar, anti-apartheid activist and uMkhonto we Sizwe operative whose relentless and fearless commitment to our freedom demands our appreciation,”...