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South Africa has officially submitted Lesufi’s name for secretary-general of the African Telecommunications Union for the 2027–2030 term.

Optasia’s first set of results since becoming a JSE-listed company has revealed a strong performance, with revenue growth of 76% and a profit of R725 million.

Missed Pi Day? Discover why understanding maths and Pi still shapes modern life, from Einstein’s legacy to everyday technology.

Iconic South African resort Sun City benefited from an uplift in gaming and hospitality revenues over the past year.

Both Cholota and the state are expected to make oral submissions in the appeal application.

Three accused persons are being tried for the theft of 580 000 US dollars from Ramaphosa’s farm.

The player’s departure shortly before midnight on Sunday leaves two of an initial seven squad members in Australia.

The war-torn country is battling to secure crucial funding from the IMF and EU, as well as putting up taxes.

Eleven people were rescued overnight after a minibus taxi got stuck in rising floodwaters in Nairobi.

The move forms part of a broader process of returning cultural artefacts to African countries that started in 2017.‎

Partey is to appear at crown court next month, charged with raping a woman in December 2020.

Rwanda reappoint globetrotting Englishman Stephen Constantine as head coach of their men’s national team on a two-year contract.

South32 is placing the Mozal Aluminium smelter under care and maintenance after failing to negotiate a new electricity pricing deal.

Standard Bank has invested R1 billion to enhance its online banking platform, strengthening digital banking experience for Business and Commercial Banking (BCB) clients.

The United States Trade Representative has launched an investigation into South Africa and 59 other countries to determine whether they engage in “unfair trade”.

MTN has seen a return to profit following a troubled 2024, where the devaluation of the Nigerian Naira impacted the group.

The Madlanga Commission continues hearing witness testimony

The matter will sit in the High Court for the next two days.

Sergeant Fannie Nkosi, also known as Witness F, has linked General Shadrack Sibiya to Matlala

South Africa formally filed its application to the ICJ in October 2024.

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell looks ahead to preparing his squad for the Nations Championship and the World Cup and discusses his future as head coach.

Orlando Pirates’ inability to convert chances may hand the momentum to relentless challengers Mamelodi Sundowns.

Kaizer Chiefs avoided five consecutive defeats with a Betway Premiership victory over Durban City at FNB Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

Cameron Norrie replaces Jack Draper as the British men’s number one after Indian Wells, but top spot could change hands several times this year.

Study shows average time on screens each day is 41 minutes, with some watching more than three hours a day

Three-quarters of nine-month-old babies in England are allowed daily screen time, while a small “heavy use” group watch more than three hours a day, according to a study.

Just 2% of the infants included in the research reportedly watched more than three hours a day, while the average...

Russell Wilson went on a college visit with preteen son, Future this past week.

Hollywood’s best and brightest stars on Sunday hit the red carpet for the 98th Academy Awards, the movie industry’s biggest night.

Cape Town represents South Africa on the recently released ‘World’s Best Cities’ list for 2026. Here’s how the Mother City ranked…

South Africa first lodged its 84 page application on 29 December 2023, urging the ICJ to find Israel guilty of genocide.

The Sapo business rescue practitioners (BRPs) expressed their intention to file for liquidation.

The department said the decision to halt classes was taken primarily to safeguard students and staff.

MTN is planning AI-enabled data centres in South Africa and Nigeria as it bets on Africa’s infrastructure boom.

Tech billionaire Peter Thiel has launched a series of secretive lectures on the Antichrist in Rome.

In a resounding validation of its AI-driven model, newly listed fintech powerhouse Optasia has dropped stellar full-year results for 2025, smashing through revenue targets and solidifying its position as a dominant force in emerging market financial inclusion. The numbers tell a story of hyper-scalability and strategic genius: Revenue skyrocketed 76% to $265 million, while the total […]

Renault has officially launched the Kiger Turbo in South Africa, a more powerful version of its most affordable crossover.

Global oil markets face another week of turmoil after a US attack on Iran’s main export hub heightened risks to supply across the Middle East, and deepened concerns over a conflict that’s already upended energy flows.

Four Chinese car brands found themselves among the top 15 best-sellers in February.

Women share their experiences of living with endometriosis so the condition can be better understood.

Iona Hall says her ovarian reserve is very low and freezing her eggs may preserve her fertility.