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The officer responsible for running the by-election said no reports of family voting were made by polling station staff.

While Ramadan is primarily a time of spiritual growth, many of the principles it reinforces also reflect the mindset necessary for long-term success in the financial markets.

Political analyst Prince Mashele said people who are scared of the MK Party are scared of the dead lion.

He was intercepted at the airport before he could board a flight to Singapore earlier this week.

Maria Makgato and Kudzai Ndlovu, were shot and killed at a dumping site at Onverwacht farm.

More than 260 000 animals have been affected by the outbreak.

Pakistan carried out airstrikes hours after Afghanistan launched a cross-border attack in the latest escalation of violence between the neighboring countries. The clashes are making a Qatar-mediated ceasefire appear increasingly shaky.

Pakistan’s defense minister said that his country ran out of “patience” and considers that there is now an “open war” with Afghanistan, after both countries launched strikes following an Afghan cross-border attack.

A total of 1,000 Kenyans have reportedly been recruited to fight for Russia in its war against Ukraine.

Violence has plagued South Africa’s highly competitive and lucrative taxi industry for decades.

The internationally acclaimed writer has accused Nigerian hospital Euracare of negligence, which it denies.

Many people are again leaving the region of Tigray just over three years after the civil war there ended.

According to Acting Minister of Police Firoz Cachalia, unlawful arrests have cost the South African Police Service (SAPS) over R620 million in the 2024/2025 year.

The management of major diamond mining group, Ekapa Mining, has announced that the company has applied for liquidation.

The commission is probing corruption, political interference in criminal justice system.

Paul O’Sullivan walked out during proceedings, claiming that he needed to catch a flight

Suspended Ekurhuleni HR Head Linda Gxasheka is accused of protecting Julius Mkhwanazi.

Private investigator Paul O’Sullivan walked out of Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee in Cape Town.

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Orlando Pirates come into the Soweto Derby having beaten Kaizer Chiefs four consecutive times in the Betway Premiership.

Kaizer Chiefs will lock horns with arch-rivals Orlando Pirates in a sold-out clash at the iconic FNB Stadium on Saturday, 28 February.

There’s hope for the critically endangered African penguin yet after SANCCOB revealed its record-making hatching milestone.

No more hiding! Springbok Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has finally confirmed his romance with model and influencer, Sarah Langa…

Cape Town transgender content creator Meghan Saulse is celebrating a milestone – receiving her gender-affirming identity document…

An Afrikaner refugee has disputed claims he is living on US welfare after posting pictures of a food hamper…

Barca still lead La Liga for goals scored, with 67, but they are coming from everywhere.

AFP Sport looks at three talking points ahead of this weekend’s action.

The case originated with the arrest of two Nigerian nationals on 1 December 2025, who were allegedly found in possession of wildlife contraband.

The Mugabe’s still have a hold on SA politicians. Let’s see if they can pull another get out of jail free card.

MTN Nigeria has reported a dramatic reversal in fortunes, swinging to a profit after tax of ₦1.1-trillion.

Skills mapping evaluates your employees’ current skills, identifies gaps, anticipates the skills your business will need and visualises this information to guide training and development.

Delaying repairs or opting for replacement without understanding the full landscape can lead to unforeseen costs, safety concerns and unnecessary environmental waste.

Following the quiet exit of the Suzuki Ciaz, only a handful of affordable sedans remain in South Africa.

Nissan’s factory in Gauteng, which has been around since 1966, will soon be sold to a Chinese car brand.

Aria’s parents say their daughter suffered brain damage after NHS staff failed to treat an infection.