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A Johannesburg woman is accused of posing as a lawyer and defrauding people in property sales. The woman has attempted to prevent the publication of the story by Sowetan by sending an urgent legal notice.

Afriforum said Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen and his department have committed treason against South African livestock farmers and consumers.

Despite ending load-shedding, Eskom faces a growing threat in the form of record private investment in solar and wind, which is steadily eroding demand from its biggest customers.

Private investigator Paul O’Sullivan appeared before parliament’s ad hoc committee and faced questions about receiving money from crime intelligence’s slush fund, being a ‘habitual liar’, and allegedly capturing ipid.

Using artificial intelligence chatbots to seek medical advice can be dangerous because of their tendency to provide inaccurate and inconsistent information, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Oxford. The research, led by scientists from the Oxford Internet Institute and the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, was published in […]

AI is rapidly changing the nature of entry-level work. In South Africa, where youth unemployment hovers around 60%, this shift has serious implications. Entry-level roles have traditionally been the first rung on the ladder into meaningful employment, allowing young people to learn on the job, gain experience, and build careers. But as AI increasingly takes […]

The transformative potential of AI, at a pivotal moment, converges with the critical necessity for South Africa’s economic revitalisation. While AI holds some promise, particularly for the SME sector, realising its potential requires a strategic and concerted effort. As we navigate a low-growth economic environment, we must stop viewing Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) as […]

Members of the remote community have spoken of their fear and uncertainty after nine people were killed.

Every week, more than 100,000 people ride bikes, skates and rollerblades past some of the most best-known parts of Mexico’s capital. And sometimes their dogs join them too.

The FAA said the area around the Texas border town would be closed for “special security reasons”.

Madagascar’s disaster management says roads are inaccessible with trees uprooted, power poles down and ninety percent of roofs ripped off.

The political rift that could spiral into conflict again after the vice-president was accused of treason.

The iconic attire has been trending online for days following the banter between Ghanaians and Zambians.

Yameogo Aminata says her four sons were slaughtered and her daughter is missing.

Charles Brohiri travelled without buying a ticket on 112 train journeys over a period of nearly two years.

Here are five great countries to travel to where the rand is stronger in 2026.

Employers added a greater than expected 130,000 jobs in January, according to the latest figures.

The inquiry was urged to look at events that may have led to political interference before 2003.

IPID has referred the Emmanuel Mbense murder case to the Director of Public Prosecutions.

President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the SONA on Thursday evening at Parliament.

O’Sullivan is also a holder of passports from three different countries.

Rugby Special pundits John Barclay and Chris Ashton look ahead to this weekend’s Calcutta Cup match at Murrayfield and pick their combined English and Scottish starting XV.

Wales assistant coach Matt Sherratt says the squad know the performance in the 48-7 Six Nations opening game against England was unacceptable.

The 2022 Winter Olympics were a disaster for British skeleton – but they have bounced back with a vengeance since.

EFL clubs will vote on expanding play-offs in the Championship from four to six teams at a meeting next month.

Cruz Beckham is in a nostalgic mood as he pulls a picture from the family archives.

Capitec overtook FirstRand as the most valued bank.

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 12 February 2026

First ’53’ badged GLC replaces the GLC 43 and soon, the controversial 2.0-litre plug-in hybrid GLC 63.

No balls, wides, run-outs … Wednesday’s T20 World Cup match had it all.

BERLIN, Germany (PinionNewswire) — Vivid Money, a European financial platform serving both private users and business owners, continues to gain attention for its approach to simplifying everyday banking. Designed to reduce friction and improve clarity, the platform reflects a broader shift in how individuals and companies manage financial tasks in an increasingly digital and fast-moving […]

MPs have questioned the viability of Broadband Infraco as it pushes for to win back business and secure government guarantees.

Chinese brands have a long way to go in one of South Africa’s top segments.

The cheapest 7-seater family SUV in South Africa still clocks in at close to R400,000.

PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) can be found in some of the food and products we use – and even in our bodies. But what exactly are they?

NHS staff in Birmingham used Alan Graham’s grandchildren to pass on information, an ombudsman finds.