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The family of late Zambian president Edgar Lungu has complied with the five subpoenas requesting them to submit formal statements aimed at ongoing criminal investigations into his alleged poisoning.

When Niall Treacy skidded out of the men’s 500m heats on Monday, Great Britain’s hopes in the short track speed skating were finally put out of their misery.

In his SONA speech, President Cyril Ramaphosa committed to scaling up survivor-centres.

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria.

Residents of the Gugulethu informal settlement are continuing their search for gold at a kraal

According to preliminary reports, the incident reportedly occurred during the second break.

The Australian government will not repatriate from Syria a group of 34 women and children with alleged ties to the Islamic State group, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Tuesday.

The second round of talks in Geneva about Iran’s nuclear program takes place as the United States ramps up its military presence in the Middle East and Iran holds large-scale maritime exercises.

John Steenhuisen will not seek re-election as DA leader, leaving the race wide open for a successor.

Seven men from Ghana were “burnt beyond recognition” after Islamists raided the town they were travelling through.

Police are still looking for a fourth suspect in the attack which has shocked South Africans.

Authorities say they have put in place contingency measures as a labour dispute affects travel.

SARS has published new specifications kicking in from 1 March that will leave close to 6 million taxpayers exposed.

Wages have been rising faster than prices but you could pay more tax because of frozen thresholds.

The economic and political prospects for South Africa are turning a corner, pulling away from the path that many had warned would lead to a failed state.

Radebe says he was asked to step down over ongoing financial challenges in the municipality.

The Economic Freedom Fighters will be accommodated in the reshuffled committee, sources told the Mail & Guardian

The US has not had a permanent ambassador to South Africa since January 2025

President Ramaphosa announced that SANDF members will be deployed in some areas during SONA.

Northern Ireland’s Mark Allen says he will be “very disappointed” if he finishes his career without a World Championship title.

The opening round of the 2026 Varsity Cup delivered a wave of high-scoring, dominant performances across the board.

A potential Betway Premiership title decider is upon on Wednesday. Here are the expected line ups for Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns.

Can boxing do more to look after its fighters?

More than 170,000 seek compensation after UCL Covid settlement opens door to claims across university sector

Dozens of universities are facing legal action from more than 170,000 students seeking compensation after their studies were moved online during Covid.

Pre-action claim letters have been sent to 36 universities in England and Wales, including Bath, Bristol, Exeter, Cardiff, Leeds,...

Johannesburg Water says supply systems are slowly recovering, but several areas across the metro are still facing low pressure and outages.

Comedian Marc Lottering and his husband Anwar McKay survived a deadly cyclone that ripped through Mozambique and Madagascar…

Security experts say that hijackers in South Africa are gunning for two cars that are no longer in production. Here’s why…

Fort Calata’s son, Lukhanya, continued his testimony at the inquiry to determine whether there was political interference in TRC cases

‘We are six points clear and that can put a lot of pressure on Sundowns,’ said the Pirates attacker.

The man will be deported after completing his sentence.

Members of the Madlanga Commission Task Team arrested the member on Friday.

iOCO has expanded its operations in Saudi Arabia, growing its cloud practice there through a partnership with AWS.

SE-listed Blu Label Unlimited group (Blu Label) today announces that its subsidiary, BluEnergy Trading, has been granted a multi-year energy trading licence by the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA). This marks a significant regulatory milestone that empowers BluEnergy to deliver innovative renewable energy solutions across the energy value chain by connecting municipalities,...

Starlink has intensified its campaign to secure a South African operating licence amid ongoing regulatory delays.

The residents of Potters Bar are working to protect the “green belt” of farms, forests, and meadows that surround London from the endless demand for AI infrastructure.

Toyota and Lexus have unveiled their 2026 product lineup for South Africa, including their first electric cars.

Pre-owned cars are becoming increasingly popular in South Africa.

The Department of Transport has issued a tender to outsource the operation of South Africa’s new driving laws.

Women who experienced challenges during the menopause set up businesses to help others.

An East Kent Hospital surgeon says it was the “first time” he had encountered such a case.