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UN applies sanctions to brother of Sudan’s RSF leader
UN sanctions brother of head of Sudan’s RSF and three Colombian mercenaries
WEDNESDAY, 29 APRIL 2026, 12:30
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UN sanctions brother of head of Sudan’s RSF and three Colombian mercenaries

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More than a year after the fatal Malawi Defence Force plane crash that killed Saulos Chilima, lawmakers have ordered forensic exhumations amid lingering questions over the official findings
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The Philippine House justice committee on Wednesday found probable cause to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte, moving a step closer to a process that could derail her bid to become the next president.

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The British actress left the hit show due to creative differences shortly after filming began.

South Africa
The doctor was arrested after the patients reported incidents of being touched inappropriately.

South Africa
The National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) launched the diabetes dashboard on Tuesday.

South Africa
Bellarmine Mugabe, Tobias Matonhodze back in court for sentencing.

South Africa
The group allegedly killed Madasi in February after accusing him of sexually assaulting two minors

World
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quitting oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership.

World
Against the backdrop of an energy crisis and a warming planet, more than 50 countries have come to Santa Marta, Colombia, to discuss concrete ways to phase out oil, gas, and coal.

World
A video from Odisha state of Jitu Munda taking the remains to the bank went viral this week, leading to anger.

World
The European Union accused Meta on Wednesday of failing to stop underage users from accessing Facebook and Instagram, in violation of the bloc’s digital rules that require sites to protect minors.

Africa
The UK has issued similar advice, telling citizens who stay, that they do so at their own risk.

Africa
The mountain bongo is a rare antelope endemic to Kenyan highland forests, with less than 100 in the wild.

Africa
Diezani Alison-Madueke is accused of being treated to luxury home stays and lavish spending sprees in the UK, which she denies.

Africa
South Africa’s president says people’s concerns should not “breed… hatred towards fellow Africans”.

Business
The Albany Bakery in Waltloo, Pretoria, paid R1 million in bills owed to the City of Tshwane within 24 hours to have its electricity reconnected.

Business
Freshney Place is being renovated to include a new food hall and five-screen cinema.

Business
South African pension funds are being raided to survive the cost of living.
Business

Politics
The Boksburg Magistrate’s Court granted Kagiso Lerutla and Julius Mkhwanazi bail of R30 000 each.

Politics
The first draft report has been shared with committee members.

Politics
The Commission will resume on Thursday with a new witness.

Politics
Chair Mbuyiseli Madlanga says Brown Mogotsi resumes testimony at the Madlanga Inquiry

Sport
Paddy Pimblett reflects on his loss to Justin Gaethje as he returns to camp for his comeback fight in July.

Sport
President Trump pays tribute to back-to-back Masters champion Rory McIlroy at Tuesday’s White House banquet.

Sport
England midfielder Jack Grealish speaks to Joe Wilson about extending his Special Olympics GB ambassador role and what it means to him.

Sport
All-rounder Sophie Devine and fast bowler Lea Tahuhu join Suzie Bates in confirming their retirement after this summer’s T20 World Cup.
Education
Worries about visas, academic freedom and safety are making foreign schools, like Sciences Po in Paris, more attractive to some students than the Ivy League.
Education
From Salt Lake City to New York City, parents are demanding more sway over the digital tools that schools give children.
Education
[Premium Times] The latest strike is part of a wider pattern of industrial actions by primary school teachers in the FCT over unresolved welfare concerns.
Education
[Daily Trust] Parents of pupils of the Local Education Authority (LEA) Primary School in Achimbi community, Kwaku Ward of Kuje Area Council in the FCT, have decried the shortage of teachers and the dilapidated condition of classrooms in the school.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
A Gauteng caregiver juggles part-time domestic work and Child Support Grants to feed a household of six, but the money runs out before month end.

Lifestyle
A Cape Town teacher is facing criminal charges after 16 severely neglected and malnourished animals were removed by the SPCA.

Lifestyle
Following a relatively private courtship, Harry Styles has reportedly proposed to Zoe Kravitz.

Entertainment
Doctor Khumalo’s honorary doctorate adds to his legacy beyond football as South Africa celebrates his achievements.

Entertainment
Puppies bring both unconditional love and chaos. Here’s why you must think carefully before getting one.

Entertainment
It’s familiarity and routine that can turn couples into besties and romance gets set aside. Experts said its not a bad thing. Here’s why.

Entertainment
New EV likely to undercut BYD Dolphin Surf and Geely E2 in Chinese manufacturer price war.

Science/Tech
From sorting chicken nuggets to screwing in light bulbs, Eka’s robots are eerily lifelike. But do they have real physical smarts?

Science/Tech
An independent non-executive director of MTN Group traded MTN ADRs in a closed period without prior clearance.

Science/Tech
There were around 30 attorneys in the DOJ’s Voting Section on the day of Donald Trump’s second inauguration. Three months later, all but two were gone. Now the election deniers are in control.

Science/Tech
The organisations release CommonLingua, an open-source language identification model that supports 61 African languages.

Motoring
Land Rover has unveiled one of its most luxurious SUVs yet, and it’s coming to South Africa.

Motoring
The Airlines Association of Southern Africa is calling for greater transparency about local jet fuel availability.
Motoring

Motoring
Scammers are targeting South Africans with car loans.

Health
Researchers stress that simple lifestyle changes can still significantly reduce the risk of cancer.
Health
A headset recently approved by the Food and Drug Administration uses a weak electric current to shock the brain. Some researchers hope it could challenge the current pill-centric paradigm.
Health
Prosecutors accused Dr. David Morens, a former adviser to Dr. Anthony S. Fauci, of hiding records related to the onset of the pandemic.
Health
In a letter to states and other grant recipients, the Trump administration says the strips encourage drug use.