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Members of the medical health fraternity in Johannesburg have gathered to mourn the death of four Netcare health workers and a pilot who died in a helicopter crash in KwaZulu-Natal.

The Proteas women took a stand against gender-based violence before the start of the second one day international against Pakistan at Kingsmead.

A Mpumalanga man, his girlfriend and six others have appeared in the Mbombela Magistrate’s Court for allegedly defrauding SARS of R2.5 million.

The South African Weather Service says cyclone Eloise will affect the north-eastern parts of KwaZulu-Natal from around midday Sunday.

An alleged drug dealer who was on the run has been rearrested at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.

Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga has gazetted the new school regulations, which are likely to pave the way for private schools to open on the first of next month.

The service will take place in Hatfield at government’s communication offices.

Donald Trump’s US Senate trial will begin in the second week of February, days after a fresh impeachment case against the former president is transmitted by the House, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said Friday.

Russian authorities crack down on protests in support of jailed Putin critic Alexei Navalny.

A decision to turn a chilly underground parking garage into an overnight billet for National Guard troops in Washington to protect President Joe Biden’s inauguration has stirred an uproar.

For women in Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of Congo’s second city, a curfew may help fight the coronavirus, but for many, it comes with a dread of burglary and rape.

“Attention, isolation zone,” warns a bright orange notice at the entrance to the main coronavirus treatment centre in Lagos, Africa’s most populous city.

A powerful storm nearing Mozambique is expected to intensify into a tropical cyclone on Friday, according to forecasts, dumping rain onto already swollen rivers in an area devastated by Cyclone Idai less than two years ago.

Counting was slow across Uganda as a result of the internet shutdown, which affected some of the biometric machines used to validate voter registrations.

South Africa’s regulator granted the health department permission to distribute the vaccine from AstraZeneca Plc and the University of Oxford in its first nod for Covid-19 inoculations. The National Department of Health has been recognized by the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority as a supplier of The Serum Institute of India Ltd, health minister … Continue reading “South...

The coronavirus has exposed the “catastrophic effects” of ignoring long-term risks such as pandemics, and the economic and political consequences could cause more crises for years to come, according to the World Economic Forum.

Tesla founder Elon Musk is offering a $100 million prize for the best technology to capture carbon dioxide emissions.

The death of Jackson Mphikwa Mthembu, Minister in the Office of the President of South Africa, has been met with sorrow across the country. Tributes have come from across the political spectrum for the country’s first government minister to succumb to COVID-19.

President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the eulogy at the funeral of Minister in the Presidency Jackson Mthembu in eMalahleni, Mpumalanga tomorrow.

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has accused former party MP Thembinkosi Rawula of being set on tarnishing his political image. Malema has escalated his legal battle with Rawula to the Supreme Court of Appeal in Bloemfontein.

The late Minister in the Presidency Jackson Mthembu’s memorial service will be held at the Government Communication and Information System Auditorium in Hatfield, Pretoria on Monday. The memorial service was originally planned for Saturday but has been postponed following consultation between the Presidency and the late minister’s family.

Frank Lampard is relishing the prospect of leading Chelsea out of a poor run of Premier League form.

Collin Sexton continues his fine form with 25 points and a season-high nine assists as Cleveland Cavaliers beat Brooklyn Nets for the second time in three days.

Wolves sign Real Sociedad striker Willian Jose on loan until the end of the season and have the option to buy in the summer.

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Browsing library shelves isn’t an option at the moment – but there are other things to try

Universities are following the latest government Covid guidance and, as a result, most libraries on campus are operating on an essential access only basis. Some are providing bookable, socially distanced study areas; others are offering click-and-collect services.With limited access to resources, students...

Weddings on Robben Island on Valentine’s Day will be a glaring absence from the calendar this year. This after the Robben Island Museum decided to cancel the prestigious event. This is because there has been an increase in staff who tested positive for the coronavirus. The annual Robben Island Valentine’s Day weddings have become a […]

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Dakota Johnson’s latest role in the poignant film “Our Friend” taught her life lessons she plans to carry with her.

Selena Gomez is putting it on all the line — including her fingers — in the new season of “Selena + Chef.”

According to Moeng, he had the idea of the show since 2014, posting emails and communication between Somizi and BarLeader production CEO and producer Legend Manqele.

Here are 10 of the best wireless earbuds you can buy in South Africa right now.

Microsoft, Starbucks and Amazon are among the companies offering the government assistance with logistics and operations.

ParcelNinja CEO Justin Drennan sheds light on ecommerce growth in South Africa over the last year.

Suggestions are that a bent-eight could return in the Raptor’s lifecycle positioned above the EcoBoost V6.

Don’t believe all the rubbish you read about electric mobility.

The 169 kW 2.0 TSI engine from the Golf 7.5 GTI continues unchanged.

Shortages of shots for yellow fever, polio and other diseases have led to innovative solutions even in very poor countries.

A restriction more often used in natural disasters, or to quell unrest, has never been tested against a pathogen like the virus.

After the surprise discovery of an extra dose in every vial, Pfizer executives successfully lobbied the F.D.A. to change the vaccine’s formal authorization language. The company charges by the dose.

After the surprise discovery of an extra dose in every vial, Pfizer executives successfully lobbied the F.D.A. to change the vaccine’s formal authorization language. The company charges by the dose.

By Nicole Horn and Alexis Olds Migration is a widespread but highly complicated and diverse component to many fish species lives.  Migration can be strenuous and often consists of extremely long journeys. The life history stages of certain species rely heavily on migration. Fish will migrate for several reasons including escaping unfavourable conditions, moving to […]

Environment Minister Barbara Creecy has asked the management of the Isimangaliso Wetlands Park Authority to justify its decision to breach the St Lucia estuary mouth.

Scientists, using a wind tunnel and high-speed cameras, have captured the butterfly’s flying skill.

During starling season in winter, up to four million of the birds descend on Rome, covering streets and vehicles with their droppings.