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Russia blames Ukrainian naval drones as tanker sinks in Mediterranean
The Arctic Metagaz went down between Libya and Malta after it was hit by explosions and a fire, Libyan officials say.
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The Arctic Metagaz went down between Libya and Malta after it was hit by explosions and a fire, Libyan officials say.

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The singer revealed the impact of losing his former bandmate while discussing his upcoming album.

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Sports Editor Dan Roan analyses Russia’s controversial return to global sporting action at the Winter Paralympics and what it might mean for other sports.

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Yvonne Ford’s daughter tells an inquest they do not want another family to endure the same loss.

South Africa
Iran’s Ambassador to South Africa briefs the media amid the conflict currently on in his country.

South Africa
by Enoch Antwi, Founder and Chairman of Northrock Africa sits atop approximately 30% of the world’s known mineral reserves, including roughly 70% of global cobalt production primarily from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as well as dominant shares of platinum group metals, manganese, and bauxite, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS 2024). […]

South Africa
MTN Group is embracing artificial intelligence, expanding digital infrastructure and scaling connectivity as central pillars of its growth strategy, with the African telecommunications giant positioning itself as a technology platform rather than a conventional telecom provider. Group President and CEO Ralph Mupita outlined the company’s vision during his keynote address at MWC Barcelona 2026...

South Africa
Nearly two-thirds of South African consumers have used artificial intelligence to assist with shopping-related tasks, according to new survey data from Visa pointing to a rapid shift in how South Africans interact with digital payment technologies. The Visa Spending Shift Survey, conducted by Morning Consult among 1,000 South African adults in October 2025, found that […]

World
An official says more preparations are needed for the three-day ceremony in Tehran, where the supreme leader will lie in state.

World
The images suggest that precision munitions struck other buildings, including a clinic that was also inside the complex.

World
The measure, which is not expected to pass, would require the withdrawal of US forces from the operation until approved by Congress.

World
NCPC say the measure is necessary to prioritise the “safety and comfort” of Nigerian pilgrims.

Africa
The author’s 21-month-old son died in January after complications during medical procedures at a private hospital in Lagos.

Africa
Mosiuoa Lekota was imprisoned with former South African President Nelson Mandela on Robben Island.

Africa
A project to introduce unmanned sites is part of a broader adoption of digital technologies.

Africa
The government will end study visas from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan, due to what says is abuse.

Business
UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England’s 2% target.

Business
If oil prices remain high for some time, the knock-on effects could affect the costs of fuel and food

Business
Scott Bessent says that “likely sometime this week” the US will increase its global tariff on imports from the existing 10%.

Business
The Pilanesberg National Park has increased its fees for local and international travelers, but the infrastructure is collapsing in plain sight.

Politics
Madisha says Lekota sacrificed a great deal for the liberation of Black people.

Politics
General Shibiri has concluded his evidence for the day

Politics
He was testifying before the committee investigating allegations of criminal infiltration.

Politics
Khawula has previously published information about Matlala on his personal life.

Sport
Italian golfer Andrea Pavan has been discharged from hospital, a week after suffering serious injuries in an elevator accident in Cape Town.
Sport
Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, said on Wednesday that his department has allocated funding for the introduction of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system in South African football, marking a major step toward modernising officiating in the domestic game. Gayton McKenzie was speaking during a media briefing in Pretoria. South African football […]

Sport
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell says he expects to “sit down and have discussions” with the Irish Rugby Football Union [IRFU] over his future after he was asked about links to Saracens.

Sport
Finn Allen scores a sensational 33-ball century as New Zealand thrash South Africa by nine wickets in their T20 World Cup semi-final.
Education
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda — Uganda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has evacuated 43 students from Iran to Türkiye as the escalating conflict between Iran and the United States and Israel continues, a top government official said here.
Education
[Vanguard] Lagos State government has said the state’s student athletes who delivered a historic, medal-laden performance at the 2026 World School Games Olympia in Doha, Qatar, from January 29 to 31, embodied the Lagos spirit of confidence, discipline, resilience and excellence on the global stage.
Education
[Leadership] The NNPC Exploration and Production Limited (NEPL)/Seplat Energy Joint Venture has graduated 623 teachers and education inspectors under the 2026 Seplat Teachers Empowerment Programme (STEP), reaffirming its commitment to improving education standards in Edo and Delta states.
Education
[UCT] When aerospace engineers talk about the future of flight, liquid hydrogen (LH2) is often part of the conversation. It is lightweight, energy-dense and carbon-free at the point of use. But storing and controlling it inside aircraft and spacecraft tanks is anything but simple.

Lifestyle
Former beauty queen Zozibini Tunzi penned a brief and lovely birthday message for her husband, Luthando Bolowana, on Instagram.

Lifestyle
DA’s Joburg mayoral candidate Helen Zille has set the record straight about rumours she was ‘drunk’ at the Soweto Derby over the weekend.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Not only is March her birthday month, but it also marks the exciting debut of Precious Kofi’s romantic chapter.

Entertainment
A total of R59 million in jackpots is up for grabs tonight. Here are your Lotto and Lotto Plus results for 4 March 2026.

Entertainment
Catch up on the biggest stories of Wednesday, 4 March 2026 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.

Entertainment
A total of R600 000 in jackpots is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results for 4 March 2026.

Entertainment
Police appeal for public assistance in tracing a Mpumalanga man who went missing in Limpopo and identifying a deceased individual in Komani.

Science/Tech
Final module focuses on legacy and impact on mental health, particularly for key workers, vulnerable and bereaved people
The final module in the long-running Covid-19 inquiry has concluded, marking the end of public hearings that began almost three years ago.
While other sections of the inquiry have focused on specific areas of the pandemic, such as the care sector, economy, vaccines and...
Science/Tech
A bipartisan group of senators raised national security concerns about the chipmaker, which is now partly owned by taxpayers.

Science/Tech
Optimism (OP) has entered a consolidation phase in late February 2026, trading around EV2 by Funtico—an upcoming AAA sci-fi MMO shooter that’s already drawing substantial capital commitments ahead of its Q2 2026 token generation event. What You’ll Learn Current technical setup and price support/resistance levels for Optimism (OP) Near-term price targets and market sentiment for […]
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader quotes a report from the BBC: TikTok will not introduce end-to-end encryption (E2EE) — the controversial privacy feature used by nearly all its rivals — arguing it makes users less safe. E2EE means only the sender and recipient of a direct message can view its contents, making it the most secure form of communication available to the general public. Platforms such as...

Motoring
The Gautrain’s management has announced that it will continue to operate as a public-private partnership for an extended period, despite previous reports that it would be taken over by the Gauteng government by the end of March.

Motoring
The Cape Town International Airport is getting a R10 billion upgrade.
Motoring

Motoring
Chery’s latest car brand, Lepas, has officially launched in South Africa with its first SUV.

Health
For Eating Disorders Awareness Week, actor Gemma Oaten joined us in the studio

Health
A Buckinghamshire charity urges people to craft reusable pads to raise awareness of period poverty.

Health
Maternity services at the trust are the subject of the largest inquiry of its kind in NHS history.

Health
A team that transports seriously ill children says its workload is increasing with no additional funds.