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Teenagers may be manipulated to carry out acts of sabotage, counter-terror police said.

Two men were sentenced to over four years in prison for cutting down the iconic Sycamore Gap tree at Hadrian’s Wall.

The new deal comes as the Southeast Asian country plans to buy 50 Boeing jets, according to US President Donald Trump.

Prof. Firoz Cachalia assumes the position of acting Police Minister on 1 August.

Morocco is positioning itself as a leader in Africa’s AI sector as it prepares to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup, according to French weekly Challenges. The push is part of the Digital Morocco 2030 strategy, backed by a MAD 11 billion budget aimed at transforming the country into a regional digital hub. The article, […]

Ghana’s Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has conducted a hybrid introductory AI training for designated focal persons from key Sector Ministries and government institutions. The session, held in Accra, is a preparatory step ahead of an upcoming AI Bootcamp for Cabinet Ministers. The training aims to equip selected officials with foundational AI knowledge […]

MTN, in partnership with MTV Base, has launched Room of Safety, a youth-led initiative aimed at raising awareness about online child safety and promoting positive digital behavior across Africa. The centerpiece of the campaign is a 10-part short-form series premiering July 20, 2025, on MTV Base (DStv channel 322) and social platforms. It features relatable […]

Bradley Murdoch, the Australian man convicted of murdering British backpacker Peter Falconio in 2001, has died.

The Trump administration seeks a claw back billions in foreign aid following an “exhaustive review”. But officials at USAID say it did not conduct a review of foreign aid programs it has terminated.

President Trump’s former national security adviser was pressed on the inclusion of a journalist on a sensitive group chat discussing war plans.

Trump says the US will lower its tariffs threatened on goods from Indonesia to 19% from a planned 32%.

Muhammadu Buhari’s life tracked dramatic changes over decades – and he was often at the centre of events.

Advocates say it is essential for unlocking the continent’s economic and cultural potential

Burna Boy, one of the biggest names in Afrobeats, says he didn’t want his sound to be “in one box”.

Ghana beat Tanzania 4-1 to secure their quarter-final place at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations as holders South Africa secure top spot in Group C.

Chancellor tells the financial industry to change the narrative around consumer investment to encourage growth.

Eskom has announced a shuffling of executives, with a new acting head of distribution and interim CEO for the unbundled transmission company.

The President is not decisive; he is not serious about corruption says the Foundation.

MK Party says it will approach the Con Court to challenge the appointment of Firoz Cachalia.

Ntshavheni says the SSA and all relevant law enforcement are working actively to prevent any issues.

Commissions of inquiry are often used as a political tool by the head of state

Cachalia slams ANC corruption after being named acting police minister, pledging to act without fear or favour despite political backlash.

Liverpool expected to rival Newcastle for Hugo Ekitike, Reds also interested in Ollie Watkins and Victor Osimhen, Eintracht Frankfurt reject Magpies’ written offer for Ekitike, plus more.

Hundreds of Crystal Palace supporters stage a protest at Selhurst Park against Uefa’s decision to demote them to the Conference League.

Red flags? Jayden-Lee Meek’s mother has been compared to Kelly Smith, the mother of missing Saldanha Bay girl, Joslin Smith…

Updated RSHE guidance says curriculum should be ‘age appropriate’ and lifts strict age limits around teaching gender

Pupils in England should be taught what the law is on biological sex and gender reassignment, but schools must be “careful not to endorse any particular view or teach it as fact”, according to new government guidance.

The updated relationships, sex and health education (RSHE)...

Father says 12-year-old was told event in Rugby was ‘not for her as she gets to celebrate being British every day’

A diversity day at a secondary school in Warwickshire ended in upset and apologies after a 12-year-old girl wearing a union flag dress was prevented from delivering a speech she had written about British culture.

Pupils at Bilton school in the village of Bilton, Rugby, were invited...

Gigaba attempted to halt the airing of the episode by taking the matter to the Johannesburg High Court; however, the court dismissed the application.

A company operating under the name HDS Concepts has been claiming to represent Kelvin Momo.

Honouring the stories that raised Mzansi

Metadata from the “raw” Epstein prison video shows approximately 2 minutes and 53 seconds were removed from one of two stitched-together clips. The cut starts right at the “missing minute.”

Red Bull spinning athlete, Samkeliso “Sam Sam” Thubane, is taking on a new role at Red Bull Shay’ iMoto 2025

Off-road devised EV brand will be a standalone marque similar Omoda & Jaecoo and Jetour, and launch officially in August before sales start in the first quarter of 2026.

Standout features on the Ford Territory Dark Edition include black mirrors, a black front grille, with most of the silver trim now black.

Simply Limitless must leave its base in Kidderminster in weeks after the landlord found new tenants.