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Hospitalised Zimbabwean boxer on the mend — Boxing SA
Zimbabwean boxer Ndodana Ncube appears to be out of the woods but is still in the intensive care unit (ICU) in the Witbank Hospital in Malahleni where he is being closely monitored by doctors after head surgery on Saturday.

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VW’s software partnership with Rivian clears investment hurdle
Volkswagen’s software partnership with Rivian, a cornerstone of CEO Oliver Blume’s turnaround strategy for the German car group, has passed a key milestone, bringing the US partner closer to its next tranche of funding

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End of the road for 130-year-old South African food producer on the JSE
After over five decades on the JSE, RFG has officially been delisted from the exchange following its acquisition by Premier.

South Africa
Police hunt perpetrators behind violent KuGompo protests
Ten vehicles owned by Ethiopian and Somalian nationals who run spaza shops were torched.
South Africa
Government welcomes gains in employment growth
Government welcomes gains in employment growth
Government has welcomed the latest Quarterly Employment Statistics (QES) for the fourth quarter of 2025, which reflect a modest increase in total employment and continued growth in gross earnings across the economy. Acting Government Spokesperson Michael Currin said the latest QES results reinforce the view that South Africa’s...

South Africa
Vaal scholar driver Ayanda Dludla’s case postponed to 22 April
The postponement allows some time for the prosecution team to finalise charges.

South Africa
Police hunt suspects after woman shot dead in Vanderbijlpark
Gauteng police have confirmed that they are hunting for suspects who shot and killed a woman.

World
6 books named finalists for the 2026 International Booker Prize
The shortlisted titles include novels and novellas from authors and translators spanning four continents, with stories that range from Japanese-controlled 1930s Taiwan to the streets of Tehran in 1979.

World
Russian oil tanker docks in Cuba ending near-total blockade
A Russian oil tanker has docked in Cuba, providing temporary relief after months of shortages.

World
At least 16 killed, thousands displaced by gang attack in rural Haiti
The attack happened in the Artibonite region, where members of the Gran Grif gang have targeted locals in the past.

World
DHS resumes asylum decisions. And, Iran’s strike injures over 12 U.S. personnel
The Department of Homeland Security has lifted its ban on reviewing asylum applications. And, NPR has confirmed that an Iranian strike injured over a dozen U.S. personnel.

Africa
Nigeria warns its citizens in South Africa to be cautious after march turns violent
Solomon Ogbonna Eziko’s installation as an Igbo leader in East London has sparked tensions.

Africa
More than 70 miners killed in South Sudan as government and opposition trade blame
Both government and opposition groups have been accused of being responsible for the deadly attack.

Africa
Sexual violence part of ‘everyday life’ in parts of Sudan, charity says
Victims describe how they have been targeted while carrying out everyday activities.

Africa
48-hour curfew imposed after attack on bar in Nigerian city
The raid led to revenge attacks in Jos, with 22 reported dead so far in one of the most volatile parts of the country.

Business
The company in South Africa where the average employee earns over R2 million per year
The average at employee at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange earned over R2 million per year in remuneration.
Business
New bank with 2,500 branches launching in South Africa in 2027
Pepkor has hired Merwe Scholtz to head its new banking initiative as the group prepares to operate an independent bank from next year.
Business
Business

Politics
Operations for this Easter will be mainly intelligence driven: Nzuza
Deputy Minister of Home Affairs says operations for 2026 Easter will be mainly intelligence driven

Politics
NMB Mayor Babalwa Lobishe faces motion of no confidence
Minority opposition parties in NMB to table a motion of no confidence against Mayor Babalwa Lobishe

Politics
Deputy Transport Minister to meet with the ZCC leadership in Moria
The meeting will be on the road safety campaign ahead of the Easter holidays.

Politics
LIVE: TRC Cases | Khampepe Commission of Inquiry
TRC Cases Inquiry probing efforts to stall the prosecution of apartheid-era perpetrators

Sport
Napoli warn they could punish Lukaku over training no-show
Striker Romelu Lukaku could face disciplinary action after Napoli released a statement to say he has ignored a request to return to the club.
Sport
Springbok star ruled out for majority of 2026
The Springboks’ worst fears were confirmed on Tuesday when it was announced that a leading player is out for the season.

Sport
Scotland to host T20 tri-series before World Cup
Scotland women will play their first home fixtures since 2022 with a T20 tri-series against Bangladesh and the Netherlands across May and June.

Sport
Drastic money difference behind Zuffa switch – Benn
Conor Benn says a “drastic” difference in money is behind his switch from Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing to Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing.
Education
Should Rich New Yorkers Get Free Stuff, Too? Mamdani Says Yes.
A free preschool center in one of the city’s wealthiest neighborhoods raises questions about Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s vow to expand universal child care.
Education
Nigeria: Nelfund Says Students’ Upkeep Allowance Remains N20,000
[Premium Times] According to her, the approved upkeep allowance for beneficiaries remains N20,000 monthly.
Education
Nigeria: 150 Lagos Schools for First Bank Chessmasters Tourney
[Daily Trust] No fewer than 150 schools in Lagos are gearing up to participate in the 2026 ChessMasters scheduled to be held on Saturday, 2 May 2026.
Education
Uganda: How Uganda Opened the School Gates and the Learning Crisis Walked in Behind
[Independent (Kampala)] When the Uganda government opened the school gates in the late 1990s to four children per household across the country, it was lauded as one of the most ambitious education reforms in sub-Saharan Africa.

Lifestyle
ER actor Noah Wyle to get his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
His role as Dr John Carter on ER brought much recognition for actor Noah Wyle.

Lifestyle
UK, Canada, NZ warn of ‘danger’ of travelling to South Africa
The governments of the UK, Canada and New Zealand have cautioned its citizens about travelling to South Africa…
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Mrs SA: Why Verushka Singh stepped down from title
Verushka Singh stepped down as Mrs South Africa to prioritise her family, and first runner up Carika Bebb has now taken the crown.
Entertainment

Entertainment
Here’s what you can do this Easter weekend
There’s a lot happening around the country, this list is the tip of the iceberg.

Entertainment
‘Petrol is killing us’: Motorists express their frustrations ahead of the petrol increase
Motorists and managers at petrol stations prepare for an increase that is expected to hike up the prices of everything else.

Entertainment
Prince Harry’s lawyers urge ‘substantial damages’ from UK tabloids
A lengthy High Court trial involving Prince Harry and others wraps up, with claims of invasive tabloid practices strongly contested.

Science/Tech
In a Big Reversal, Zohran Mamdani Tells NYC Agencies to Use TikTok
The city will allow agencies to return to TikTok, but with strict new device and security rules.

Science/Tech
Aston Martin Valhalla (2026) Review: A $1 Million Plug-In Hybrid
A robot could apparently drive this million-dollar supercar faster than a fleshy human, but the unbelievable experience would be entirely lost on it.

Science/Tech
The Broken System That Keeps Shipping Crews Stranded in the Strait of Hormuz
Vessels are increasingly being abandoned during the war on Iran, revealing a hidden failure in the global systems that keep goods—and people—moving.

Science/Tech
SA finally has a broadband map – and it reveals where the gaps are
The map breaks South Africa into 1.5 million hexagonal cells to show exactly where connectivity gaps exist.
Motoring

Motoring
Official petrol price increases for April announced
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has finally announced the official petrol and diesel price increases motorists will face at the pump this Wednesday.
Motoring

Motoring
Big update for South Africa’s new international airport
The Cape Winelands Airport has appointed an architectural firm for its landmark development.
Health
Justices Reject Colorado Law Banning ‘Conversion Therapy’ for L.G.B.T.Q. Minors
Colorado and more than 20 other states restrict therapists from trying to change the gender identity or sexual orientation of L.G.B.T.Q. clients under the age of 18.
Health
FDA Is Expected to Lift Restriction on Peptides, Heeding RFK Jr.’s Wishes
The peptides, which are increasingly marketed as providing longevity and health benefits, were removed in 2023 from the agency’s list of products that compounding pharmacies can sell.
Health
How the Internet Became the ‘Cookbook’ of the Drug Trade
A baffling overdose death took investigators to the frontier of ultra-potent synthetic drugs. The clues were hauntingly familiar.

Health
The man who wants to bring human composting to the UK
Human composting is when a body placed in a sealed vessel containing organic matter turns into soil.