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The Lusikisiki massacre trial, involving six men accused of murdering 18 people in Ngobozana village, has been delayed due to the illness of a defense lawyer and the appointment of a new one who needs time to prepare. The accused face charges including conspiracy to commit murder and are linked to the killing of ANC leader Mncedisi Sincane Gijana. Key witness Lonwabo Abi alleges that Mzukisi...

The City of Johannesburg’s decision to establish a Deputy Mayor position has been characterised by political analyst Professor Dirk Kotzé as a strategic “transition arrangement” rather than a measure to improve governance.

Coach says undermining struggling teams sets his side back.

BBC Sport’s Sara Orchard explains why Premiership Women’s Rugby remains without a title sponsor.

Home Affairs and BMA brief media on festive season 2025/26 border operations successes.

He allegedly told jail officers that he had paperwork “signed by a judge” to free the accused killer, a complaint states.

Amid rusting oil pumps and rigs, once affluent Venezuelan oil towns place their hope in US investment.

Almost 30 years after he died, the Nigerian will posthumously receive a Lifetime Achievement Award.

Nearly 700,000 people have been affected by weeks of severe flooding in Mozambique

No reason has been given but the decision follows a huge fall-out between South Africa and the US.

Passengers received a text message about the cancellation of flights, citing “unforeseen circumstances”.

Keir Starmer’s visit signals a UK–China trade reset but can British firms turn opportunities into real growth?

A sharp rise in global oil prices has been offset by a rand rally, keeping South African motorists on track for a sizeable cut in petrol and diesel prices next week.

While the South African Reserve Bank has not cut interest rates, FNB CEO Harry Kellan is optimistic about the nation’s prospects.

Canal+ SA is considering deploying its streaming app to clients of South African pay-TV operator MultiChoice.

Former Minister Malusi Gigaba appears in court on corruption charges.

Sisi Khampepe will continue to chair the TRC Inquiry

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry is continuing with hearings.

This week the commission heard from KZN police boss Anthony Gopaul, Witness E and Hawks head Lesetja

BBC Sport’s Ask Me Anything team explains how the Champions League knockout phase play-offs work and when the draw is taking place.

Armagh boss Kieran McGeeney is expecting Galway to visit the Athletic Grounds looking to “lay down a marker” in Saturday’s Division One clash between the 2024 All-Ireland finalists.

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed their first departure of the January transfer window after they a sent a fringe goalkeeper out on loan.

Dallas Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg becomes the first teenager to score 49 points in an NBA game as they lost 123-121 against the Charlotte Hornets at American Airlines Center.

The countries that invest in youth now will be the ones that define global innovation in the coming years

Monica Geingos is founder of Leadership Lab Yetu and former first lady of Namibia

For the first time in our history, more than 70% of Africans are under the age of 30. This, along with entrenched inequalities, poverty, unemployment and socioeconomic fault lines, is reshaping how our...

Superstars Kendrick Lamar, Bad Bunny and Lady Gaga are primed to make history on Sunday in Los Angeles at the 68th Grammy Awards.

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Social media scams are spiking, leaving several residents of Carletonville out of pocket. Police urges caution against these schemes.

The dramatic weight loss is a stark contrast to the fuller-figured Kelly Osbourne who grew up in the public eye.

Several current F1 drivers including seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton have called for the sport to return to South Africa.

Bester escaped from the G4S-run Mangaung Correctional Centre in Bloemfontein in May 2022.

Comeback King bids for his first win in the big race.

AFP Sport looks at three talking points ahead of the action.

Frogfoot has expanded its footprint in KwaZulu-Natal through the acquisition of fibre assets from Mitsol.

While EVs remain the focus in this episode of Watts & Wheels, the conversation also turns to something far less planet-friendly.

One of South Africa’s top inverter brands is using what many might consider unsecure channels to communicate sensitive customer device information.

AI weapons propel the Doomsday Clock to 85 seconds from catastrophe, while Trump’s policy prioritises innovation over safety.

The Supreme Court of Appeal has set aside an attempt to raise levies on fuel and products sold at service stations in South Africa.

The global launch of China’s newest SUV offering will take place in Cape Town this week.

Hijackers in South Africa are using a variety of tactics to steal cars.

Two Tractor Boys join a project that is tackling oral health and healthy diets among children.