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Stars take to the stage at Together for Palestine concert
Artists and activists came together at the Together for Palestine concert in London to raise funds for Gaza.

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I don’t see it as a redemption story – Johnson-Thompson
Defending world champion Katarina Johnson-Thompson tells BBC Sport she does not see her return to Tokyo as a redemption story following her Olympic heartbreak four years ago.
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France’s big protest: Who’s on strike, why and what’s next?
The strike action and nationwide protests follow the Block Everything demonstrations earlier in September.

South Africa
Mabuza’s pension fund distribution heads to court
Daughter of the late Mabuza has filed an urgent application to block the release of his pension fund
South Africa
Cabinet welcomes commencement of the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry
Cabinet welcomes commencement of the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry
Cabinet has welcomed the commencement of the hearings of the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System – commonly known as the Madlanga Commission.
“Cabinet calls on anyone who may have information that could assist the work of the...
South Africa
Cabinet releases draft National Entrepreneurship Strategy for public comment
Cabinet releases draft National Entrepreneurship Strategy for public comment
Cabinet has approved the publication of the draft National Entrepreneurship Strategy (NES) and Implementation Plan for public comment.
The Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, announced this on Thursday, during a media briefing in Pretoria on the outcomes of the Cabinet meeting held the...
South Africa
Cabinet welcomes improved GDP growth and youth employment strides
Cabinet welcomes improved GDP growth and youth employment strides
Cabinet has welcomed the latest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) figures, which show that the economy has grown 0.8% in the second quarter of 2025, an improvement from the 0.1% growth in the first quarter.
Speaking during a media briefing in Pretoria on Thursday, Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said the...
World
News24 | Israel military van transporting ultra-Orthodox Jewish draft evaders attacked
An Israeli military van transporting arrested ultra-Orthodox Jewish draft evaders was attacked overnight by protesters from the community, the army said.

World
Workers across France strike over budget cut plans
The widespread walkouts come less than a fortnight after the government collapsed over a proposed budget.

World
How CDC’s vaccine advisers could affect policy. And, Jimmy Kimmel pulled off the air
CDC vaccine advisers meet today to discuss recommendations for COVID vaccines and childhood shots. And, ABC suspends Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show after his remakrs about the killing of Charlie Kirk.

World
Trump clashes with Australian journalist over business deals in office
The US leader said the journalist was “hurting Australia very much” as he said he would meet the country’s PM “very soon”.

Africa
Togo leader’s sister-in-law arrested after calling for end to family rule
Marguerite Gnakadé has become a vocal critic of Togo’s long-serving leader Faure Gnassingbé.

Africa
Chebet focused on ‘crazy dream’ of historic double in Tokyo
Kenya’s Beatrice Chebet is aiming to become just the third woman to clinch a 5,000m-10,000m double at the World Athletics Championships.

Africa
Why did Partey play v Spurs hours before rape charge court appearance?
Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey plays for Villarreal against Tottenham, a day before he is set to appear in court on rape and sexual assault charges.

Africa
Gunmen kill 22 after shooting at baptism ceremony in Niger – reports
Niger’s army has failed to contain the jihadist insurgency, with dozens killed in recent attacks.
Business

Business
MPs write to government over JLR supply chain jobs
West Midlands and Merseyside MPs have called for supply chain help after the JLR cyber attack.

Business
UK set for talks over access to EU defence loans
British ministers want UK-based companies to be able to take part in EU-funded military projects.

Business
Reserve Bank chooses to hold rates
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has elected to hold interest rates.

Politics
Mkhwanazi details how seizure of dockets impacted police work
Mkhwanazi is continuing his testimony on Day 2 of the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria.

Politics
LIVE: MKP’s bid to halt Madlanga Commission in court
The MK Party continues its bid to halt the inquiry from proceeding.

Politics
LIVE: Madlanga Commission of Inquiry: Day 2
The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry into the criminal underworld continues.

Politics
Court to hear MKP’s bid to halt Madlanga Commission
The Commission was set up to probe allegations that senior SAPS officials are involved in corruption

Sport
When Newcastle beat Barcelona in the Champions League
Faustino Asprilla scores a hat-trick against Barcelona on Newcastle United’s Champions League debut in 1997.

Sport
Orlando Pirates player delivers European pass
Orlando Pirates winger Oswin Appollis is continuing to turn heads. His assist in the MTN8 final has been compared to the best in Europe.

Sport
Boulter win puts GB into BJK Cup semi-finals
Watch the best shots, as Katie Boulter’s win over Moyuka Uchijima sees Great Britain secure a 2-0 win over Japan, setting up a Billie Jean King Cup semi-final with the United States.

Sport
PFA in talks with Chelsea over Sterling and Disasi
The Professional Footballers’ Association is in talks with Chelsea over the handling of squad outcasts Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi.
Education
Trump Administration Reinstates More Difficult Citizenship Test
The Trump administration said the more complex test is the “first of many” changes to acquiring U.S. citizenship.
Education
Nigeria: Cap Announces Nabteb Accreditation to Strengthen Painter Certification in Nigeria
[This Day] Chemical and Allied Products Plc, has announced a strategic partnership with the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB).
Education
Nigeria: How Katsina, Oyo Are Tackling Learning Poverty
[This Day] Two states have adopted EIDU’s platform to tackle learning poverty in public primary schools, and the result is commendable, writes Uzoma Mba
Education
South Africa: Higher Education and Takealot Sign Strategic Skills Development Agreement
[SAnews.gov.za] The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) has signed a landmark agreement with leading e-commerce business, Takealot Group, to expand youth skills development, bridge education-to-employment gaps, and support workforce growth in South Africa.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Princess Kate steals the show at Windsor state banquet
Princess Kate Middleton captivated guests at the Windsor Castle state banquet, hosted by King Charles in honour of President Donald Trump.

Entertainment
‘We are creating a stage for an African child’ says former Muvhango actress after co-founding film school
Maumela Mahuwa is the co-founder of the African Academy of Cinematic Arts based in Randburg.

Entertainment
Jaden Smith’s Louboutin gig stirs fresh ‘nepo baby’ debate
With little formal design training, Jaden Smith faces high expectations as Christian Louboutin’s new chief menswear designer.

Entertainment
Carol Ofori scores two nominations at the 2025 South African Voice-Over Awards
The winners will be announced next month at the Indaba Hotel in Johannesburg.
Entertainment

Science/Tech
Eskom fast-tracking new, secure prepaid vending system after breach
Eskom says it has already reduced fraud linked to prepaid electricity tokens and is accelerating the development of a new, secure vending system for prepaid customers.
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Science/Tech
How to Trade In or Sell Your iPhone (2025)
If you plan to upgrade to one of Apple’s new models, don’t forget to cash in on your old one.

Science/Tech
SA Reserve Bank Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged
The South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 7%, with the prime lending rate to also remain at 10.5%. This was announced by SARB Governor Lesetja Kganyago following a meeting of the bank’s MPC. “Four members preferred to keep rates on hold, while two favoured […]

Science/Tech
Best Apple Watch (2025): Buyer’s Guide to the Series 11, SE 3, and Ultra 3
Should you splurge on the new Series 11? Or will the Watch SE 3 do? Let us help you figure out which version to get (and which to avoid).
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
Toyota HiAce PWD makes wheelchair access simple and seamless
Persons with Disabilities Ses’fikile model features a sturdy automated rear ramp.
Motoring
Health
Kennedy to Announce Firing of Organ Transplant Group After Safety Problems
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to announce that the U.S. is firing a Miami-based organ donation coordinator, effectively closing it down — a warning to other transplant groups.

Health
A soft play designed for autistic kids
The play area also has a calming room for children to relax in.
Health
New York and Other States Form Health Bloc as Answer to Trump’s Policies
Northeastern governors, like their peers in the West, want to shore up public health and issue approval for vaccines.

Health
Trust apologises for treating A&E patients in cafe
Using the cafe to treat patients “will not be allowed to happen again”, the trust’s boss says.
Nature
News24 Business | Joburg power cut threat: Eskom and City still talking, Ramokgopa pushes for payment plan
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
News24 Business | Nick Hedley | A new study links culprits to climate change costs: a reckoning for polluters?
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
News24 Business | International Partners Group | Backing SA’s green future with over R2bn for just transition projects
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
News24 Business | SEE | These blocks made of recycled glass, building waste, may soon be found throughout SA
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.