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UNDER WAY AT LAST: After a one-year delay, World Netball’s case against former SA boss Cecilia Molokwane commences
The hearing into Cecilia Molokwane’s alleged transgressions as Netball South Africa president is finally rolling after a year’s delay. However, a final verdict remains months away.
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PAPER VICTORY: CPS ordered to pay Sassa R81.3m, but the balance sheet says, good luck
The Constitutional Court orders Cash Paymaster Services to pay R81.3-million to the South African Social Security Agency, but recovery potential remains uncertain amid CPS’s insolvency.

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US-Iran Ceasefire Agreed (For Now)
US & Iran agree a ceasefire but how long will it last?

South Africa
Attorney claims five women arrested at OR Tambo may have been coerced
Police say drugs were found concealed in the suspects’ sneakers, underwear and on their bodies.

South Africa
Bishop Lavis residents call for urgent measures as violence escalates
Residents say the selling of drugs, which leads to violence, has spiralled out of control.

South Africa
Gubis85 Security Solutions under scrutiny at Madlanga Commission
Gubis85 Security Solutions was the subject of scrutiny at the Madlanga Commission on Wednesday.

South Africa
Free State scholars stranded as drivers down tools over non-payment
Operators say they have not been paid since January and are now facing severe financial strain.

World
Gambia appoints British barrister to prosecute gruesome Jammeh-era crimes
Ex-President Yahya Jammeh’s 22-year rule was known for enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings.

World
Greetings from downtown Cairo, where unpretentious cafés are part of centuries-old charm
Downtown Cairo, or Wust el-Balad as it’s known, is a trove of hidden gems. Imprinted on every high-ceilinged building, arched balcony and iconic roundabout are relics that feel like love letters from the past.

World
Watch: Fire damages roof of Rio’s Olympic velodrome
Around 80 firefighters and 20 fire trucks tackled the blaze, the state’s military fire department said, adding that no one was hurt.

World
Ships still cautious about using Strait of Hormuz as Iran issues warning
Only a few vessels have crossed the strait since the US-Iran ceasefire deal, according to BBC Verify analysis.

Africa
Nigeria begins mass trial of 500 terrorism suspects
Very few people are ever prosecuted following terror attacks with suspects often held without trial.

Africa
Cameroon ‘military contractors’ killed in Russia-Ukraine war – BBC confirms leaked message
The government usually refrains from commenting on the participation of its citizens in the conflict.

Africa
Madagascar declares state of emergency over severe fuel shortages linked to Iran war
The presidency says it is taking action as it fears fuel shortages could lead to public disorder.

Africa
Fifa starts disciplinary action over Spain v Egypt chants
Fifa opens disciplinary proceedings against the Spanish FA after “Islamophobic and xenophobic” chants during a friendly between Spain and Egypt last month.

Business
Most expensive place in South Africa to buy groceries right now
This is the most expensive place in South Africa to buy food in as of the end of March 2026.
Business

Business
Government profiting from rising costs ‘not right’
The consumer council says the government is profiting from rising fuel costs via taxation.

Business
Massive changes coming for visa and immigration rules in South Africa
Cabinet has approved a Revised White Paper that aims to make sweeping changes to immigration policies in South Africa, putting it on the path to implementation.

Politics
Hani family calls off wreath laying ceremony
The event was called off after the family left, citing displeasure of Ekurhuleni officials.

Politics
Three additional members appointed to the ANC PEC in Limpopo
ANC PEC in Limpopo has appointed three additional members.

Politics
ACM leader Hlaudi Motsoeneng being lobbied for Maluti-a-Phofung mayor role
Motsoeneng says he wants to “take over properly” as coalition talks continue in the troubled Maluti-a-Phofung municipality

Politics
ActionSA calls for cabinet performance agreements to be made public
ActionSA MP Athol Trollip says it is unacceptable that the agreements are not public.

Sport
Dortmund weigh up third Sancho move – Thursday’s gossip
Borussia Dortmund weighing up third move Jadon Sancho, Tottenham pushing to sign goalkeeper James Trafford, Arsenal targeting defenders Victor Valdepena and Jacobo Ramon, plus more.

Sport
‘I’m as sharp as I’ve ever been’ – Fury on Makhmudov fight
Tyson Fury says he is “as sharp as I’ve ever been” ahead of his fight against Arslanbek Makhmudov at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and is keen to take on fellow British heavyweight Anthony Joshua, after Saturday’s bout.

Sport
Wood in Forest squad after six months out injured
Striker Chris Wood will end his six-month injury lay-off by returning to the Nottingham Forest squad in Porto.

Sport
Ireland must ‘make a mark’ in Six Nations – Fogarty
Ireland scrum coach Denis Fogarty says his side must “not let the games go past us” during the Six Nations.
Education
Trump Administration Investigating L.A. Schools’ Gender Disclosure Policies
The investigation into the nation’s second-largest school district was prompted by a lawsuit from parents who say the policies contributed to their child’s death.
Education
Gambia: Africmed Sponsored Event Inducts 69 Students Into Clinical Training
[The Point] At least 69 medical students of the University of The Gambia have been formally inducted into clinical training after donning their white coats in a colourful and symbolic ceremony held over the weekend in Kanifing.
Education
Ghana: Ecobank Ghana Donates Laptops to University of Ghana
[Ghanaian Times] Ecobank Ghana has donated 100 HP laptops to the University of Ghana, supporting the Vice Chancellor’s (VC) ‘One Student, One Laptop’ project aimed at providing brilliant but needy students with internet tools to facilitate academic learning.
Education
Ghana: Fan Milk PLC Provides ICT Lab for Quaye Nungua R/C Basic School
[Ghanaian Times] The Quaye Nungua R/C Basic School has been rewarded with a refurbished Information and Communication Technology (ICT) laboratory for winning the Wrapper Collection Challenge, a key component of the Fan Milk School Caravan initiative.

Lifestyle
‘I can’t wear fakes’: Gayton, Studio 88 reacts to Bafana kit criticism
Fake news? Minister of Sport Gayton McKenzie and fashion retailer Studio 88 have responded to claims it sells counterfeit Bafana Bafana kits.

Lifestyle
‘Keep quiet!’: Mama Joy claps back at R700k trip criticism
Mama Joy has clapped back at criticism that she was funded over a half a million rand to attend the Rugby World Cup in France…

Lifestyle
WATCH: Dawn Thandeka King wins hearts during Zimbabwe visit
Dawn Thandeka King explores Zimbabwe, attending cultural events, visiting Bulawayo communities, and preparing to host a workshop.

Lifestyle
Tyla embraces Zulu roots through grandmother’s historical token
Grammy award-winning musician, Tyla, showed off a historical token from her beloved grandmother, as it symbolises her Zulu roots.

Entertainment
24 hours in pictures, 8 April 2026
Through the lens: The Citizen’s Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.

Entertainment
Lotto and Lotto Plus results: Wednesday, 8 April 2026
A total of R99.5 million in jackpots is up for grabs tonight. Here are your Lotto and Lotto Plus results for 8 April 2026.

Entertainment
Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results: Wednesday, 8 April 2026
A total of R550 000 in jackpots is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results for 8 April 2026.

Entertainment
In case you missed it: ANC blamed for immigrants crisis | Bozell condemns ‘Kill the Boer’ | Dancing driver surrenders
Catch up on the biggest stories this Wednesday, 8 April 2026, in our simple daily news update.
Science/Tech
Amazon Is Ending Support For Older Kindles
Starting May 20th, Amazon will stop Kindle Store access for Kindle and Kindle Fire devices released in 2012 and earlier. After that date, those devices will “no longer be able to purchase, borrow, or download new content.” Owners can still read content already on the device, but if an affected device is reset or deregistered after the cutoff, it can’t be re-registered. The Verge reports: The...

Science/Tech
The Strait of Hormuz Reopens, but Global Shipping Will Take Months to Recover
After weeks of disruption, a ceasefire is easing pressure on the Strait of Hormuz. But backlogs, infrastructure damage, and delayed supply mean the system won’t return to normal overnight.
Science/Tech
Iran Demands Bitcoin For Ships Passing Hormuz During Ceasefire
An anonymous reader quotes a report from the Financial Times: Iran will demand that shipping companies pay tolls in cryptocurrency for laden oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz (source paywalled; alternative source), as it seeks to retain control over passage through the key waterway during the two-week ceasefire. Hamid Hosseini, a spokesperson for Iran’s Oil, Gas and Petrochemical...

Science/Tech
Meta’s New AI Model Gives Mark Zuckerberg a Seat at the Big Kid’s Table
Muse Spark is Meta’s first model since its AI reboot, and the benchmarks suggest formidable performance.

Motoring
Great news about Mahindra’s bakkie factory in South Africa
TopAuto recently spoke with Mahindra South Africa’s CEO to learn about the carmaker’s ambitious plans for our market.

Motoring
New special-edition Mercedes-Benz A-Class goes on sale in South Africa – Pricing and features
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the A-Class Night Edition in South Africa.
Motoring
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Health
Escaping the manosphere
Will Adolphy helps men and boys escape the influence of the online manosphere.
Health
Patients Are Using Chatbots to Fight Medical Bills, With Mixed Results
While chatbots like Claude and ChatGPT can help narrow the information divide between patients and providers, they can also dispense flawed advice.

Health
‘Month of worry’ over doctor strike surgery delay
The strike further delays Tom Lawson’s gastric bypass surgery after a more than three-year wait.

Health
Hospitals coping well with doctors’ strike so far – NHS boss
Resident doctors in England – the new name for junior doctors – are taking part in their 15th walkout in a long-running pay dispute.