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Vlad Plahotniuc, once Moldova’s richest man, was found guilty of partaking in a fraud which involved around 12% of the country’s GDP.

A country cannot simultaneously invoke the Genocide Convention in the Hague and be the fuel supplier of the genocide it is holding to account. Alas, we found ourselves in this very contradiction

Chelsea sack head coach Liam Rosenior after losing five consecutive Premier League matches without scoring for the first time since 1912.

Many houses have suffered significant damage with roofs caving in and walls collapsing.

President Ramaphosa has visiting Lesotho for the opening of the Senqu Bridge.

Home Affairs says such a move would violate Section 9 of the Immigration Act.

Foreign nationals were seen in videos posted online being assaulted.

The Pope gives a frank and passionate speech, the likes of which have characterised his tour of Africa.

Iran has cut off its access to the global internet. To find an internet connection, some Iranians are traveling across the border with Turkey — even just to make video calls and then go back home.

The park, near the venue where inconclusive Iran-U.S. peace talks took place this month, provides respite to those who visit it.

Two ships came under attack in the Strait of Hormuz, hours after Trump extended the ceasefire with Iran. And, Virginia voters approved a measure allowing Democrats to redraw the congressional map.

Allegations of a coup plot first surfaced in October 2025 when an Independence Day parade was cancelled.

The kidnappers raided his palace on Saturday and are believed to be holding him in a forest.

Fannie Masemola is accused of failing in his duties to provide proper oversight in his role.

At the 1972 Miss World contest, Cynthia Shange was one of two contestants from South Africa – one black and one white.

Prices went up by 3.3% in March, but what does that mean for you asks the BBC’s Colletta Smith.

Organisers say it has not been possible to secure the funding to “deliver this year’s event”.

Capitec has tightened its lending, with the group taking a prudent approach amid the conflict in the Middle East.

President Cyril Ramaphosa officiates the launch of the Senqu Bridge in Mokhotlong, Lesotho

He was a member of the Raymond Mhlaba Branch in the Dr WB Rubusana Region.

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Cases Inquiry is chaired by Justice Sisi Khampepe.

Fannie Masemola appeared in court on charges of contravening the Public Finance Management Act.

Former national selector Ed Smith is appointed by the England and Wales Cricket Board as a non-executive director.

Streamlining of the squad.

Kaizer Chiefs have moved swiftly to secure Aden McCarthy’s future after a breakout Betway Premiership campaign for the young defender.

Chelsea winger Estevao could miss Brazil’s World Cup campaign after suffering a season-ending hamstring strain.

Liesl Laurie celebrates Musa Mthobeni with a heartfelt birthday message.

In another Proudly South Africa moment, the Garden Route has been ranked the number one road trip in the world.

South African content creator, Siza Ndlovu, recently stepped out with her stunning mother as her plus one to an event in Rosebank.

‘Recent results and performances have fallen below the necessary standards,’ said the club in a statement.

Through the lens: The Citizen’s Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.

This comforting and satisfying dish is sure to become a new favourite for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for Wednesday, 23 April 2026.

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A new executive order seen by WIRED prohibits New York state employees from using insider knowledge to enrich themselves with prediction market bets.

BMW will introduce the all-new 7 Series in South Africa later this year.

South African air fares are some of the cheapest in the world.

South Africans may soon face a price hike at the pumps as the R3 cut to GFL comes to an end.

Two women from Barnard Castle and Guisborough say lobular breast cancer needs further research.