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New model impresses on SA debut
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The emergency diesel or petrol stash kept in your garage could burn a hole in your insurance cover.
South Africa
South Africa and Botswana set to deepen strategic partnership at 6th Bi-National Commission
By David Jacobs
South Africa and Botswana are set to convene the 6th Session of the Bi-National Commission (BNC) in Gaborone on 21 May 2026, marking another important milestone in the long-standing relations between the two neighbouring countries.
The high-level engagement will be preceded...
South Africa
Health dept notes National Health Act ConCourt judgment
The Department of Health (DoH) says it has noted the Constitutional Court judgment declaring that sections 36 to 40 of the National Health Act 61 of 2003 are inconsistent with the Constitution.
The court handed down the judgment today, further declaring that the sections are irrational and unjustifiably limit the right to...

South Africa
Dr Mbele allegedly interfered in funding processes, governance failures and compliance breaches
South Africa
Government probes alleged unauthorised use of Coat of Arms
Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has requested the Bureau of Heraldry South Africa to conduct a formal investigation into the alleged unauthorised use of the Coat of Arms by the Somali Association of South Africa.
In a statement issued on Monday, the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture said it had noted...

World
An outbreak of Ebola in DR Congo involves a rare strain and is in an area affected by conflict.

World
Sen. Bill Cassidy, who voted to convict Trump, lost the Republican primary in Louisiana. And, the WHO has declared a global health emergency over a new Ebola outbreak.

World
The decision follows years of tax troubles in Spain for the Colombian superstar. Spanish tax authorities did not prove that the singer was a resident of Spain, the court said in its decision.

World
The project is expected to complement the existing oil pipeline of 1.8 million barrels a day to meet global demand

Africa
Key roads have remained largely empty and some schools have asked students to stay at home.

Africa
New research links rural solar adoption to mobile money use, while raising concerns about inequality

Africa
Francis Ngannou reaffirmed his claim as the best heavyweight in the world with a first-round knockout win over Philipe Lins at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.

Africa
No group has yet claimed responsibility for the attacks, which have devastated Mussa town in Borno state.

Business
The rand and local markets are trading weaker at the start of the new week, weighed by the protracted Iran War and forecasts of higher inflation.
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Business
A political storm is brewing over allegations that the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) paid massively inflated prices for basic food items.

Business
The company has announced plans to build seven new models in Europe including a small electric hatchback.

Politics
Pretorius told the commission he did not personally witness political interference in TRC matters.

Politics
DA says their main concern is that several road projects remain below 50% and incomplete.

Politics
IEC says allegations by Julius Malema about vote swapping during the 2024 elections are incorrect
Politics
The latest member announced for the impeachment committee that will hold President Cyril Ramaphosa accountable over the Phala Phala saga is BOSA leader Mmusi Maimane.

Sport
After Mohamed Salah’s social media post questioning Liverpool’s style of play, Wayne Rooney says he would have the forward “nowhere near the stadium” for their final Premier League match.

Sport
A look at the latest Betway Premiership standings shows that there is still one spot up for grabs for the lucrative MTN8 next season.

Sport
Defender Siyabonga Ngezana has reportedly been excluded from South Africa’s squad for FIFA World Cup 2026.

Sport
Head coach Derek McInnes believes Heart of Midlothian can use this season as a springboard once they recover from the hurt of the final day.
Education
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Education
College students have interrupted graduation ceremonies to voice their fears about artificial intelligence. They’re not the only ones who are worried.
Education
[New Era] Although libraries in Namibia are often underestimated and not always given the recognition they deserve, they remain vital institutions for education, information access, and community development. In a rapidly changing world driven by knowledge and technology, libraries continue to serve as equalizers ensuring that information is accessible to everyone, regardless of background or...
Education
[New Dawn] BONG COUNTY — Bong County Electoral District #7 Representative Foday E.K. Fahnbulleh has disclosed plans for the official opening of a newly constructed modern elementary school in Zankpaimah Town as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen educational infrastructure and improve learning conditions within the district.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
New research suggests icing injuries may hinder recovery time and prolong pain. Here is what the study found, and what it means for you.

Lifestyle
Aamirah Ngwenya, wife of former TV presenter and actor, Sipho Psyfo Ngwenya shared a hilarious pregnancy reveal on Instagram.

Entertainment
The Lions will also be without flanker Ruan Venter, who returned home from Ireland last week.

Entertainment
Music distribution platform DistroKid has begun rolling out a new self-reporting system that requires creators to disclose whether artificial intelligence tools were used in the creation of newly uploaded music — joining a growing list of digital music platforms experimenting with AI transparency measures. The move follows a recent beta test launched with Spotify, which […]

Entertainment
South Africa is the highest-ranked country on the African continent for adoption of generative AI, according to new data from Microsoft — though the figures also show how far Africa as a whole is trailing the rest of the world. Microsoft’s Global AI Diffusion Q1 2026 report, published by the company’s AI Economy Institute, estimates […]

Entertainment
The AI Skills and Compute Africa Foundation (AISCA Foundation) officially launches in Kigali to dismantle the barriers to AI innovation, strengthening Africa’s artificial intelligence ecosystem. Through this initiative, AISCA Foundation aims to provide equitable access to compute, skills development, research support, and community building. Backed by seed funding from founding technology...

Science/Tech
GoTyme’s CEO is candid about churn risk as the bank completes its rebrand from TymeBank and moves clients onto a new app.

Science/Tech
So why didn’t Swatch do anything to avoid it?

Science/Tech
The NPO has developed a training model inspired by the Springboks to combat youth unemployment and meet the urgent demand for cyber security skills.

Science/Tech
Joubert Roux on Charge’s R1.8-billion plan: an off-grid charging station every 150km along South Africa’s highways.
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
Only four cars The Citizen Motoring has tested was faster from 0 to 100km/h.

Motoring
Chinese carmaker claims this all-electric SUV derivative can travel 450km on a single charge.
Health
Doctors and patients complain that the controversial practice of prior authorization for treatment and procedures is still widespread.
Health
Straus Family Creamery asked customers to throw out some tubs sold in May across 17 states. No injuries have been reported, the company said.

Health
A patient praises a new test for womb cancer being trialled at hospitals in Suffolk and Norfolk.
Health
The hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius set off alarms for a world still traumatized by Covid. For those on board, the danger was much closer.