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South African rand: What 1000 ZAR can buy you worldwide
Current South African rand value compared. See what 1000 ZAR can buy locally and abroad using recent exchange rates.
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Current South African rand value compared. See what 1000 ZAR can buy locally and abroad using recent exchange rates.
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The plight of Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu and many others illustrates the struggles that African democrats have to own until the Commonwealth and other international organisations speak out and act accordingly against democratic decline.
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South Africa
Lt-Gen Manamela accused National Commissioner Fannie Masemola of protecting corrupt police officers
South Africa
Cold, wet and windy weather expected to continue across SA
Cold, wet and windy conditions are expected to continue across large parts of South Africa, with the Western and Northern Cape provinces likely to experience the most severe weather.
Weather forecasters Lehlohonolo Thobela and Tokelo Chiloane said the adverse conditions are expected to continue affecting much of the country...
South Africa
KZN Treasury calls for political will and active citizenry
KwaZulu-Natal Finance MEC Francois Rodgers has raised serious concerns over the poor audit outcomes in several municipalities, following a 2024–2025 Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) audit outcomes briefing presented to the Provincial Legislature by Auditor-General Tsakane Maluleke.
During the recent presentation, the...

South Africa
Suspended Lieutenant-General Daphney Semakaleng Manamela briefs the media.

World
Robots competed in a half marathon race in Beijing on Sunday, with the winning machine leaving its human rivals for dust.

World
Police say a preliminary investigation shows it may be a case of an “unlawful disposal of unclaimed corpses”.

World
South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff says the launches happened on Sunday morning from the North’s eastern Sinpo area.

World
The Mariana is a 145-foot dry cargo vessel registered in the U.S. It suffered engine failure Wednesday as a massive typhoon bore down on Saipan and nearby islands.

Africa
The country’s biggest musician Teddy Afro laments a lack of unity in the country on his new track.

Africa
For centuries the prized sculptures, central to national identity, have been kept outside Zimbabwe’s borders.

Africa
Bellarmine Mugabe was arrested in February following the shooting of a 23-year-old man at his home in Johannesburg.

Africa
The BBC speaks to a student who pushed for his toe print to be taken to verify his identity.

Business
Two South African restaurants have been selected once again for the 2026 World’s 101 Best Steak list, with Stellenbosch’s VUUR restaurant ranking 52nd and Johannesburg’s The Blockman ranked 98th.

Business
Barbara Middleton says she cannot afford to staff the government’s free breakfast clubs.
Business

Business
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) recently told Umkhonto Wesizwe Political Party Member, Mandlenkosi Matutu, that reducing illegal water supply disruptions caused by water-tanker mafias is not its responsibility but that of the municipalities.

Politics
The party has instructed regional, branch committees across the SA to convene meetings on Sunday.

Politics
ActionSA says Mkhwanazi has brought both the EMPD and the City of Ekurhuleni into disrepute.

Politics
Malema on Thursday received a five-year sentence and is expected to appeal the sentence.

Politics
DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis has denied that this is conflating the party and the state.

Sport
The first goal allowed under the experimental “daylight” offside rule is scored in Canada

Sport
Gaston Sirino has not had the best of seasons with Kaizer Chiefs, and with his contract ending in June, he is unlikely to get a new deal.

Sport
Springbok utility back Ethan Hooker is set for a spell on the sidelines after sustaining a deliberately-inflicted injury in the Sharks’ game against the Ospreys.

Sport
Ex-Bafana Bafana defender Tsepo Masilela believes Kaizer Chiefs must rethink their midfield combination ahead of facing Orlando Pirates,

Education
Sale of vocational training brand and million-pound executive pay deals now subject to Charity Commission inquiry
When electrician Charlie Butler was contacted by City & Guilds last autumn, he received a shock.
He had branched out to launch a new company schooling future sparkies in Essex, offering City & Guilds-affiliated courses and qualifications. When the representative from the training...
Education
On college campuses from the Northeast to the Southwest, the conflict in Iran is testing the fealty of young Republicans during the second Trump administration.
Education
Advice on building a rewarding work life, even amid employment gloom.
Education
The $7 million KidSTREAM museum was the brainchild of a former teacher looking for a place to entertain her young daughters.

Lifestyle
The outlook for SASSA Children’s Grants for May 2026 looks to be off to a good start. Here’s what’s improved from last month …

Lifestyle
‘Real Housewives of Durban’ star Jojo Robinson has given the public an update on her skin cancer removal surgery…

Lifestyle
EFF leader Julius Malema has praised his legal counsel after he was granted bail for leave to appeal his reckless firearm sentence…

Lifestyle
British pop singer Dua Lipa and her actor fiancé, Callum Turner, shared a look inside their recent trip to South Africa…

Entertainment
Heading to the south of Johannesburg? You may want to use these detours.

Entertainment
“We will likely have a bigger coaching group given the number of players and, in some cases, two matches per week.”

Entertainment
‘We are going to keep pushing,’ added the Pirates head coach.

Entertainment
Every case included in the book represents something unusual.

Science/Tech
Swap out your creaky old box fan for a new model that lights up, mists, or even follows you around the room.

Science/Tech
Our top Apple Watch recommendation fluctuates in price. If you’re in the market, now’s a good time to buy.

Science/Tech
Whether you’re near or far, keep an eye on your fur baby with our favorite pet cameras.

Science/Tech
All good? Busy day? Small talk is a social good with a bad reputation. We dread it, but it’s vital for human connection
Hi there, how’re you? How’s it going? You alright? All good?
As any Briton knows, none of these questions is an inquiry into your emotional state, the material conditions of your life or your opinion on anything. Respond positively – “all good so far, touch wood” is nice...

Motoring
Besides hybrid options, South African car buyers have several fuel-efficient compact SUVs to choose from.

Motoring
For the same price of a new and much smaller sedan, you can be large and in charge.

Motoring
Kia’s premium double-cab bakkie has finally landed in South Africa.

Motoring
Hyundai is selling cars on WhatsApp in South Africa.
Health
With shortages of medical professionals and an aging population, thousands of community health care workers prevent older adults from falling through the cracks.
Health
An upcoming executive order is intended to accelerate research into the compounds’ efficacy in treating PTSD, depression and other mental health problems, officials said.
Health
The numbers are the first to quantify the effect of the Trump administration’s shutdown and restarting of a program that has saved millions of lives worldwide.

Health
BBC Verify breaks down how fake viral images of celebrities at Coachella are actually AI generated.