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The Treasury’s fiscal consolidation efforts are paying off in terms of South Africa’s financial health, but are seeing taxpayers pay more for less.

Controversial businessman Brown Mogotsi will on Tuesday appear before parliament’s ad hoc committee investigating allegations of corruption in the criminal justice system.

How Russia’s gradual gains in the face of fierce Ukrainian opposition have affected the front line in recent months.

At least 15 people were killed and several homes burnt in an attack by Boko Haram Islamist militants on a village in Yobe state, northeast Nigeria, residents said on Monday.

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

The suspects are accused of defrauding the Mpumalanga Education Department of over R113 million.

No injuries or damage to properties have been reported following Monday’s fire.

The men, who are on the run, told of the horrors they witnessed on the Russian side of the front lines in Ukraine.

France’s top diplomat has requested that U.S. Ambassador Charles Kushner no longer be allowed direct access to members of the French government. Kushner skipped a meeting Monday to discuss comments by the Trump administration over the beating death of a far-right activist.

A Chadian government spokesperson says the decision is aimed at protecting citizens.

Bellarmine Mugabe and one other man have not commented on the charges after a 23-year-old was shot.

Dr Carrie Ruxton was surprised when a Kenyan cyclist got in touch asking if the bike could help her country’s paracycling team.

Sudan accuses Uganda of flouting international law by meeting Rapid Support Forces boss Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo.

Nersa has alerted South Africans to the final approval step for Eskom’s bigger-than-expected price hikes in 2026—which don’t include the increases to its fixed network charges.

Whether you’re stocking up on everyday essentials or upgrading your favourite devices, the Takealot Fire Sale offers something for every South African.

The president threatened to raise the tariff to 15% but has not yet issued an official directive to increase the rate.

Optimism among traders about the rand is at its highest level in three years, with many expecting the currency to strengthen further.

North West businessman Brown Mogotsi appears before the Ad Hoc Committee.

Suspended Deputy Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya continues testifying at the Madlanga Inquiry

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi delivered his State of the Province Address on Monday.

The warrant was for the arrest of controversial blogger Musa Khawula.

Scotland and Ireland will both face hosts England at the Women’s T20 World Cup after the draw for this summer’s tournament was finalised.

Stellenbosch FC head coach Gavin Hunt has indicated that his side could be without former Pirates players he recently signed.

Orlando Pirates’ decision to loan out Tshegofatso Mabasa is under the spotlight as their attacking struggles continue.

Ireland centre Garry Ringrose says that he feels “lucky” to play alongside the in-form Stuart McCloskey in this year’s Six Nations.

South Africa’s expansive coastline is a vast untapped resource of energy, says international firm after positive feasibility test …

The rise in skateboarding activity on Hout Bay’s busiest roads has provoked the ire and anxiety of residents and motorists.

The slur came from a guest who has Tourette syndrome.

Mourinho was dismissed in the first leg for vociferous complaints from the touchline.

“It was a ruthless finish, I like the way he put it away with real confidence,” said Carrick.

Industry bodies warn that National Treasury’s proposed online gambling tax will drive consumers to offshore platforms, cost jobs and ultimately reduce the tax it seeks to grow.

Netstar is bringing its vehicle tracking and telematics expertise to professional golf through a new partnership with the Sunshine Tour.

Altron’s platform businesses now drive 90% of its profit as the group guides for 30%-plus earnings growth.

Vox is now a Google Verified Peering Provider, giving its customers faster, more reliable access to Google services.

The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse warned that the tender to outsource South Africa’s new traffic fine system has all the hallmarks of a corrupt money-making scheme.

Josephina Finch says the surgery left her with a “gaping wound”.