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Good news for foreigners who own property in South Africa – with a catch
While South Africa’s 2026 Budget introduced tax relief for foreign property owners, non-resident investors remain at risk of penalties, interest, and potential tax exposure for non-compliance.

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Former Labour minister dies after cancer battle
The ex-Oldham MP Phil Woolas battled brain cancer for more than a year, his family says.

Top Stories
Claudia Winkleman’s new chat show splits critics
Jeff Goldblum, Vanessa Williams, Jennifer Saunders and Tom Allen starred in the inaugural episode.

South Africa
One dead, 17 injured in bakkie, truck collision on R59 in Alberton
EMS personnel found the construction workers along the freeway following the crash

South Africa
LIVE: Funeral of South African actor and comedian Soli Philander
Philander died in Cape Town last week at the age of 65.

South Africa
Soli Philander’s funeral service to take place today in Athlone
Philander died in Cape Town last week at the age of 65.

South Africa
Boesak describes Lekota as a leader defined by honesty, discipline
A hearse is transports his body to the Old Grey Sports ground, Bloemfontein for the funeral service
World
U.S. military bombs Kharg Island, Iran’s main oil export hub, Trump says
President Trump said on Friday the U.S. military had “totally obliterated” military targets in Kharg Island, home to the primary terminal that handles Iran’s oil exports. This as all six crew members on a refueling plane that went down in western Iraq were confirmed dead.

World
These are the casualties and cost of the war in Iran 2 weeks into the conflict
The war in Iran has already cost the U.S. billions of dollars. Here’s the impact by the numbers.

World
More US Marines and warships to be moved to Middle East, reports say
The reinforcements will come from an amphibious ready group that is usually based in Japan, an official told CBS, the BBC’s US partner.

World
Fears for press freedom as billionaire takes control of East Africa’s largest media house
Rostam Aziz’s purchase raises questions about continued journalistic independence in the region.

Africa
France returns sacred ‘talking drum’ looted during colonial rule to Ivory Coast
The move forms part of a broader process of returning cultural artefacts to African countries that started in 2017.

Africa
Globetrotting Constantine back in charge of Rwanda
Rwanda reappoint globetrotting Englishman Stephen Constantine as head coach of their men’s national team on a two-year contract.

Africa
Cartoonist freed after 15 years in prison without charge in Eritrea
Biniam Solomon was known for his witty and critical cartoons before the free press was closed.

Africa
One house, two faiths, one fasting season
Ramadan and Lent haven’t overlapped since 1993 and couples like Olanrewaju and Kaosara in Nigeria are observing them together.

Business
100 countries South Africans can travel to visa-free
South African passport holders can now visit 100 countries without a visa, down from 101 in January, ranking the South African passport 47th globally.

Business
Iran war fuel price hikes ‘put our firm at risk’
Drivers and businesses say the rising price of fuel is putting their livelihoods at risk.
Business

Business
The small town in South Africa where millionaires are rushing to live
The Garden Route coastal town of Plettenberg Bay experienced a boom in 2025, with property sales breaking records and topping R2.8 billion.

Politics
Lekota will remain a symbol of hope for South Africans: Mbalula
Lekota’s funeral service is under way at the Grey Sports Ground in Bloemfontein

Politics
Lekota believed public office carried a moral obligation: FS Premier
Mosiuoa Lekota passed away last week aged 77 at a Johannesburg hospital after a long illness.

Politics
‘Lekota’s dream was to see Freedom Charter ideals fully realised’
Mosiuoa Lekota passed away at a Johannesburg hospital last week following a long illness.

Politics
Over R823 million allocated for SANDF deployment
The soldiers will assist the SAPS in tackling organised crime, illegal mining and gangsterism.

Sport
Snow makes summit finish in Paris-Nice unfeasible
Organisers abandon ‘unfeasible’ plans for a summit finish in Auron in Saturday’s penultimate stage of the Paris-Nice race because of snow.

Sport
Leonard equals franchise record in Clippers win
Kawhi Leonard scores at least 20 points for the 44th consecutive game to equal a 51-year-old franchise record for the Los Angeles Clippers.

Sport
Premier League quiz: Name Championship play-off winners who stayed up
Sunderland went up as Championship play-off winners last season and look set for Premier League survival this campaign.

Sport
LIVE | Orlando Pirates can stretch Betway Premiership log lead
Orlando Pirates continue their hunt for more Betway Premiership points when they host Siwelele at the Orlando Stadium on Saturday, 14 March.
Education
Mahmood Mamdani, Father of NYC Mayor, Is Writing a Book on Gaza
At once, Mahmood Mamdani’s fame was eclipsed by his son’s. At the same time, the election of Zohran Mamdani has attracted new interest in his father’s work.
Education
Forget ‘Marty Supreme.’ Meet the Real Table Tennis Champion of New York.
Yasiris Ortiz, a 28-year-old star from the Bronx, is helping to bring free table tennis programing to children across the city.
Education
Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump Demand for Student Race Data
A group of Democratic attorneys general had sued to overturn the Trump administration’s new policy that demanded the past seven years of student application data.

Education
Phillipson accuses lawyers of exploiting parents of children with special needs
Education secretary has claimed lawyers’ criticisms of her department’s policy changes are motivated by profit
Lawyers have been accused of exploiting parents of children with special needs by the education secretary, Bridget Phillipson, who claimed their criticisms of the government’s policy changes were motivated by profit.
Speaking at the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL)...

Lifestyle
Lanes finally reopen on ‘failed’ bridge in Cape Town’s southern suburbs
Lanes have at last reopened along an important traffic link in Claremont following emergency repairs to a popular bridge.

Lifestyle
SA woman who fought in Korean War turns 103
A South African woman who once served as a pilot during the Korean War recently celebrated her 103rd birthday.

Lifestyle
WATCH | AI brings departed Hollywood legends back to life in poignant tribute
Kobe Bryant, Prince and Michael Jackson anchor the emotional but funny tribute video.

Lifestyle
Black Coffee turns 50: Who is girlfriend Victoria Gonzalez?
The woman beside Black Coffee: From her age to her career, here’s what we know about the DJ’s girlfriend Victoria Gonzalez.

Entertainment
Additional prison years for man who broke into Bloemfontein NPA offices
He, however, refused to disclose what happened to the stolen items.

Entertainment
Wrongs rectified as facelift ups plug-in hybrid Volvo XC90’s appeal
Despite being 11-years old this year, the latest series of upgrades address a number of sticking points of the “previous” XC90.
Entertainment

Entertainment
War in the Middle East: latest developments
Israeli strikes have killed at least 773 people in Lebanon since March 2, according to the health ministry.
Science/Tech
Meta Plans Sweeping Layoffs As AI Costs Mount
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Reuters: Meta is planning sweeping layoffs that could affect 20% or more of the company, three sources familiar with the matter told Reuters, as Meta seeks to offset costly artificial intelligence infrastructure bets and prepare for greater efficiency brought about by AI-assisted workers. No date has been set for the cuts and the magnitude has not been...

Science/Tech
New study raises concerns about AI chatbots fueling delusional thinking
First major study on ‘AI psychosis’ suggests chatbots can encourage delusions among vulnerable people
A new scientific review raises concerns about how chatbots powered by artificial intelligence may encourage delusional thinking, especially in vulnerable people.
A summary of existing evidence on artificial intelligence-induced psychosis was published last week in the Lancet Psychiatry,...

Science/Tech
You Can Approximate Pi by Dropping Needles on the Floor
Who needs a supercomputer when you can calculate pi with a box of sewing needles?

Science/Tech
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Review: The Privacy Screen
There’s not much else groundbreaking about the company’s latest flagship, but the built-in privacy display works well without much trade-off.

Motoring
South Africa’s R160-billion used car goldmine
2025 represented an exceptional year for pre-owned vehicle sales.

Motoring
5 ways to save petrol in South Africa
South Africa could be facing massive petrol price hikes next month due to the conflict in the Middle East, making it more important than ever for motorists to conserve fuel.

Motoring
One area the Toyota Corolla Cross dominates in South Africa
The Toyota Corolla Cross is by far the most popular car in one of South Africa’s fastest-growing segments.
Motoring
Health
‘How Low Can You Go?’ The Shifting Guidelines for Blood Pressure Control
The number doctors use to demarcate hypertension keeps going down, a trend applauded by many experts, who point to studies linking high blood pressure and dementia.
Health
Get Your Cholesterol Even Lower and Start Younger, New Guideline Says
The American Heart Association advised changes to preventive cardiac care that it says could markedly reduce heart attacks and strokes.
Health
How Safe Is Plasma Donation?
Two recent deaths tied to for-profit clinics in Canada raised concerns about the health effects of having plasma drawn as often as twice a week.
Health
E.P.A. Moves to Weaken Limits on Ethylene Oxide
The gas, ethylene oxide, plays a crucial role in sterilizing medical devices. But long-term exposure is linked to several types of cancer and other ailments.