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Sir David Attenborough turns 100, and the celebration reminds the world why his voice, films and conservation work still matter today.

Draft white paper suggests origin-based system that would benefit richer provinces

The jump in diesel prices triggered by the Iran war is expected to accelerate electrification of China’s heavy truck fleet this year, analysts and carmakers say, and speed a decline in fuel demand in the world’s largest oil importer.

Indonesian authorities are rushing to rescue 20 hikers after the eruption of Mount Dukono on Halmahera island on Friday, a local rescue agency official told Reuters.

The Kenya-based Masakhane African Languages Hub has joined forces with Microsoft AI for Good Lab, the Gates Foundation and Google.org to launch LINGUA Africa, an open call for proposals designed to strengthen the language foundations needed for inclusive AI across the continent. Selected projects can apply for funding of up to $250,000 in cash and […]

Finance Minister raised serious concerns about the CoJ’s finances, citing debt, liquidity challenges

Residents in Steelpoort say a newly constructed bridge has improved transport and safety.

Khampepe Commission of Inquiry, is taking place in Newtown, Johannesburg. 8 May 2026

Spanish authorities are preparing to receive more than 140 passengers and crew members on board a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship headed for the Canary Islands.

President Trump’s decision to leave NATO in the dark before launching strikes on Iran has inflamed tensions and is putting new urgency on rethinking the alliance.

Russia’s annual Victory Day parade will be smaller than previous ones as the effects of the war on Ukraine take a toll.

Iran is experiencing the longest internet blackout ever recorded with 99% of the population offline. But certain people — with “white internet” — have stayed connected this entire time.

Announcing his death, President Duma Boko said Mogae was “a distinguished statesman and patriot”.

The ruling could have huge implications for the political future of Cyril Ramaphosa.

The death toll is unclear but sources say between 30 and 50 people died in Wednesday’s attacks.

The former university lecturer was a vocal critic of the government and ruling Rwandan Patriotic Front party.

Digital marketing is a powerful tool for South African businesses to reach their target audiences and connect with more potential customers.

President Cyril Ramaphosa is back in the hot seat over the Phala Phala saga, with the Constitutional Court ruling that Parliament acted unlawfully when it voted to block further investigations into the saga.

Petrol price recoveries at the start of May 2026 are starting motorists on the back foot for the month, with another significant hike building for June.

IEC says new Journal on African Elections will help improve understanding of political funding.

ConCourt delivers the long-awaited judgment on the EFF’s bid to revive the Phala Phala saga

EFF members expected to gather outside the ConCourt ahead of judgment in the Phala Phala matter…

ConCourt to deliver judgment in the Phala Phala matter, after 500k dollars was stolen in 2020

Hearts could win a first top-flight league title since 1960 come Wednesday. But there is plenty of football to go before then. Here is what to expect in the Scottish Premiership.

Dan Lydiate to become a full-time member of Steve Tandy’s coaching team with Wales when leaving Dragons this summer.

Jayden Adams will miss the remainder of Betway Premiership action after receiving a suspension, dealing a major blow to Sundowns.

Happiness is in the air as the ‘Izingane Zes’thembu’ reality TV star, Amahle Biyela, celebrates her graduation from the renowned UKZN.

Rapper and singer Doja Cat has successfully branded herself as an out-of-the-box individual and artist.

The CItizen had the opportunity to see the Jetour G700 fording at Yanqi lake in Beijiing, showing off it’s amphibious abilities.

Wits urged students and staff to remain cautious of phishing attempts or suspicious emails claiming to come from Canvas or the university.

‘A baby of 22 months cannot speak for herself, and it is our duty to speak for her through action,’ says the Limpopo police commissioner.

In an interview with WIRED ahead of her new concert film Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D), Billie Eilish talked about whether or not future artists will be able to leverage SoundCloud the way she did.

Airtel Africa has delayed its mobile money initial public offering to late 2026, citing war-driven margin pressures.

These cuddly, connected companions could disrupt everything from make-believe to bedtime stories. No wonder some lawmakers want them banned.

Hate communities often flourish online for years, raising the question of how they persist. My research team has found that powerful stories keep members of a hate group galvanized, either by repeating the story over and over or by constantly adding fresh accusations and interpretations to it. I’m a computational social scientist who studies social […]

Toyota’s luxury brand has unveiled a new SUV, and it could be coming to South Africa.

An official launch date for Denza in South Africa is still to be set.

When conversation drifted into fantasy, one man grabbed a hammer and prepared for war.

The condition affects one in 10 women in the UK and can cause debilitating pain and infertility.

Lucy Woodham answers your questions on the outbreak of hantavirus on board a cruise ship