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Godongwana’s plan to cut thousands of government jobs
The National Treasury has begun implementing its Early Retirement Programme, with over 7,600 applications being approved since October 2025.
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The National Treasury has begun implementing its Early Retirement Programme, with over 7,600 applications being approved since October 2025.
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The amount Manchester United owe increases to almost £1.3m in outstanding transfer fees, rolling credit facility and legacy debt.
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South Africa
Ntanzi was arrested in June 2020 for his alleged involvement in the murder of Bongani Ntanzi

South Africa
Additional charges have been added to Mugabe and Matonhodze who made their first appearance in court

South Africa
Ballistic expert warrant officer Fortunate Mahlalela is on the witness stand.
South Africa
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana: 2026 Budget Speech
Honourable Speaker, Thoko Didiza
Deputy Speaker, Annelie Lotriet
His Excellency, President Cyril Ramaphosa
Honourable Deputy President Paul Mashatile
Cabinet Colleagues
The Budget Council
The Budget Forum
Governor of the South African Reserve Bank, Lesetja Kganyago
Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service, Edward...

World
Wadi Rum’s otherworldly landscape is where Star Wars movies and The Martian were filmed. In late winter, plants emerge in this desert — but some are toxic to camels, so their herders must protect them.
World
Sri Lanka’s criminal investigators arrested the country’s former intelligence chief on Wednesday in connection with the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings, which killed 279 people, police said.
World
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz touched down in China, beginning his inaugural visit to his country’s largest trade partner and a high-tech rival as Europe’s biggest economy struggles.
World
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has praised Ukrainians for withstanding four years of Russian attacks with “immense courage”, saying Moscow has failed to break their spirit or win the war it started.

Africa
Access to biological samples raised flags for Zimbabwe as the US did not want to share the benefits of its research.

Africa
After a long time in the wilderness, Zimbabwe are again contending on the biggest stage at the 2026 T20 World Cup – this is the story of their resurgence.

Africa
Uganda has some of the strictest anti-homosexual laws in the world.

Africa
The bill seeks prison terms of five to ten years for what it describes as “acts against nature”.
Business
Business

Business
South Africa’s government allocates R848.2 billion over the medium term to combat crime and ensure territorial integrity.

Business
Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd. will be allowed to take over the distribution of electricity in South African municipalities that collectively owed the state utility R85.2 billion at the end of last year.

Politics
Khawula’s name came up at the Commission on numerous occasions.

Politics
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to table National Budget to MPs.

Politics
The ANC in Mpumalanga held a two-day provincial Lekgotla in Mbombela.

Politics
Brown Mogotsi says Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala claimed an IPID insider could erase criminal cases

Sport
The Springboks boast some of the fastest players in rugby, including Cheslin Kolbe, Grant Williams and Kurt-Lee Arendse. But who’s quickest?

Sport
The Jacksonville Jaguars will play two games in the UK in 2026 while the Washington Commanders will also play in London and the Detroit Lions will visit Munich.

Sport
A consortium led by former professional poker player James Bord pulls out of a takeover of Sheffield Wednesday

Sport
The Proteas head into a crucial T20 World Cup against the West Indies on Thursday, and it does start earlier than their previous games.
Education
[Parliament of South Africa] The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Higher Education and Training, Mr Tebogo Letsie, has noted with serious concern a social media post attributed to University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) Professor Srila Roy, in which it is alleged that “South Africans have little ambition, are complacent and have poor work ethic.”
Education
[African Union] The African Union Department of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation hosted a side event, the High-Level Partners’ Consultation on Accelerating the AU Decade of Education and Skills Development (2025-2034) at the Margins of the AU Summit 2026 on 13 February 2026 at the AU Headquarters.
Education
[This Day] Abuja — The National Examinations Council (NECO) says it will deepen collaboration with the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) and the partnership would enhance result verification and promote computer-based examinations nationwide.
Education
[This Day] Sokoto — The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in partnership with the governments of Sokoto, Kebbi, and Zamfara states, is taking steps to strengthen Early Childhood Education (ECCE) in the region.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Agency confirms official 2026 SASSA grant increases after Finance Minister’s annual Budget Speech. Here’s what beneficiaries are getting …
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
The 2026 awards ceremony will take place on Saturday, 15 August.

Entertainment
Oliver Reid and Siphosethu Mnebelele return to the side after being rested precautionarily in the first match.

Entertainment
The suspects were allegedly selling dagga to schoolchildren.

Entertainment
Finding one-lap speed is the first priority for Red Bull KTM star in 2026 season.

Science/Tech
The allocation comes as a relief as Sentech’s battle with the SABC over unpaid signal distribution fees continues.

Science/Tech
Huawei introduced a new wearable diabetes risk assessment feature at World Health Expo Dubai 2026, reinforcing its commitment to proactive, wearable-driven health management. The feature leverages non-invasive Photoplethysmography (PPG) technology and advanced smartwatch sensors to analyse wellness patterns and provide early alerts that may indicate potential diabetes risk. Designed to raise...
Science/Tech
Anthropic, the AI company that has long positioned itself as the industry’s most safety-conscious research lab, is dropping the central commitment of its Responsible Scaling Policy — a 2023 pledge to never train an AI system unless it could guarantee beforehand that its safety measures were adequate. “We didn’t really feel, with the rapid advance of AI, that it made sense for us to make...

Science/Tech
Volvo Car South Africa (VCSA) is widening its appeal in the competitive compact SUV segment with the launch of the new XC40 B3 Essential. This entry-level derivative brings the Swedish brand’s signature blend of safety, design, and technology to a broader audience, with pricing starting at a highly competitive R750,000. The B3 Essential proves that accessibility […]

Motoring
The new Edition 20 is the most expensive VW Polo you can buy in South Africa.

Motoring
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana proposed hikes on three major fuel taxes during his 2026 Budget Speech.

Motoring
For many South Africans, the dream of owning a new car seems far away. The vast majority of people can’t afford to buy a vehicle in cash, and traditional financing options may feel out of reach.
Motoring
Health
In an era of overt sexism in the sciences, she made two major discoveries, including identifying a neuropeptide later linked to chronic pain syndromes and migraines.
Health
Federal health officials have pared back the number of shots recommended for children. The states, led by Democrats, say the changes were not based on science.

Health
New contract will require patients in England to be given immediate appointment if needed.

Health
Bid to improve access to Mounjaro in England, but experts warn eligibility still tightly restricted.