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She has committed to implement recommendations from the commission, including reconciliation efforts, constitutional reforms and further investigations

Presenting the report, the commission’s chairperson Judge Chande Othman said the inquiry drew on extensive evidence from both primary and secondary sources, including face-to-face interviews, public and private hearings and documentary reviews

Heather Knight hopes this summer’s T20 World Cup on home soil can be transformative for women’s cricket in the UK after conceding success in 2017 was not fully capitalised on.

Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane was appointed as acting national police commissioner

President Ramaphosa has appointed Puleng Dimpane as Acting National Police Commissioner.

The ANC warns that contesting elections separately is incompatible with alliance principles.

The family says they believe her demise is related to the work she was doing at the municipality.

Ramaphosa addresses the media at the Union Buildings, He will be accompanied by Firoz Cachalia

The approval came as Donald Trump is to attend a dinner with billionaire Paramount backers the Ellisons.

Beast Industries has strongly denied claims of sexual harassment and workplace gender bias.

Tensions are rising in the Middle East as shaky ceasefire agreements between the U.S., Israel and Iran, and Lebanon and Israel, are tested. And, the Secretary of the Navy is out of the role.

President Trump told Fox News Wednesday that there was “no time pressure” on the ceasefire, which he has extended indefinitely.

Cyril Ramaphosa said the suspension was because of the critical role Fannie Masemola plays in fighting crime.

Opposition parties accused the security forces of killing protesters but the official report does not say who was responsible.

At 17, Rasheed Wasiu was detained as security forces cracked down on protests against police brutality.

Zambia authorities and Edgar Lungu’s family are in a dispute over where former leader’s remains should be buried.

An entire Nature Reserve near in the Eastern Cape is selling for $8.9 million (R145 million). 

Asbestos toy warnings

Advocate Shamila Batohi has formally declined to continue giving evidence at the Nkabinde Enquiry.

The DA has laid criminal charges against Minister Sisisi Tolashe.

The SACP has briefed the media on plans for the upcoming local government elections.

The South African Communist Party (SACP) to contest the Local Government Elections independently.

Orlando Pirates might not have played, but Mamelodi Sundowns’ result against Stellenbosch FC still felt like a win for them.

Find out why Durban City FC’s Kyle Jurgens is the type of midfielder Kaizer Chiefs should seriously consider for that key central role next season.

Iran’s Hossein Vafaei becomes the first qualifier to win at the 2026 World Championship, beating China’s Si Jiahui to set up a tie with Judd Trump.

A talented young Springbok is set to undergo a shoulder operation that will likely lead to him missing the start of the Test season.

Bristol University project aims to help directors make better movies and take greater risks – with one already onboard

At first glance, it looks like any high-end cinema: booming surround sound, a razor-sharp 4K projector and rows of reclining seats. But instead of clutching popcorn, a headset records my brain activity and a heart rate monitor wraps around my arm while infra-red cameras capture...

A Cape Town preacher has defended his decision to welcome Marc Lottering onto his church’s podium amid public backlash…

Rachel Kolisi calls for urgent awareness and action as she highlights gaps in support systems for vulnerable children in South Africa.

South Africa’s biggest gospel voices unite for a historic Spirit of Praise AllStars performance experience.

Soweto Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2026 runs from 29 April to 1 May 2026.

Mother-in-law beef curry with rice and carrot salad is a heartwarming dish that captures the essence of home-cooked comfort.

The 2026 fashion season has begun, opening with drama and spectacle.

The speed at which the Electronic Communications Amendment Bill is enacted will determine how quickly Usaasa is dissolved.

President Ramaphosa’s announcement at the 2026 State of the Nation Address of a R50 billion investment into data centres over the next three years signals that South Africa recognizes digital infrastructure as the foundation for economic growth. The question now isn’t whether digital transformation will happen, but whether South Africa will continue to be amongst […]

Government has set a 2028 deadline to redesign the State IT Agency – but it comes after years of false starts.

The AGSA has warned that SAA is at risk of being declared insolvent in the next 12 months.

Carmakers are bringing safer versions of their cars to South Africa.

This Chinese brand has sold over 15,000 cars since launching in South Africa.

The data of hundreds of thousands of people who participated in the UK’s health data project was for sale on the website Alibaba.

Chris and Xand van Tulleken try vocal cord exercises on What’s Up Docs?

Rachel Moore is raising awareness for adenomyosis a womb disease which she said has ruined her life.

A&E manager Sam Carter was under investigation by the Portsmouth trust when she took her own life.