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On 11 December, 21-year-old David Obagbuwa graduated with an MBChB from Stellenbosch University (SU), becoming one of the youngest medical doctors to qualify in South Africa.

Robert Rhodes, 52, killed his wife Dawn in Redhill but was initially acquitted in 2017.

Kaizer Chiefs released 13 players who are part of the Carling Cup final against Orlando Pirates. Could this be a Soweto Derby in disguise?

A mother of two has died in hospital of her injuries after she was hit by a taxi during the Soweto Marathon.

Several people are feared trapped under concrete after a four-storey temple collapsed in Verulam

The Russian ambassador is summoned over a cyber attack on air traffic control and attempted electoral interference.

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a man the Trump administration mistakenly deported in March and eventually returned, is now free from ICE custody. And, Indiana lawmakers reject a redistricting proposal.

Ukraine’s president says he will look into changing the constitution to hold wartime elections or a referendum on ceding territory to Russia amid ongoing peace talks to end the war.

NPR’s Steve Inskeep speaks with retired Army Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman about the current state of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

BBC Sport Africa picks out six players to keep an eye on at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco from 21 December to 18 January.

He is accused of using romance scams to defraud $8m, with the profits flaunted on Instagram.

This is the first time that officials have said how many foreign soldiers were deployed to help thwart the mutiny.

Investigations show individuals receiving multiple salaries, with one case involving five salaries paid to a single ID

Airbnb is not the culprit behind escalating rental prices or worsening housing affordability in Cape Town.

Australia has become the first country to ban children under 16 from using social media, and experts say discussions with South African regulators have already begun.

Calvin McDonald’s decision to leave at the end of January comes amid a run of poor sales for the firm in the US.

The conversation around education has matured significantly over the last few years.

ANC NGC resolves that SACP members must recuse themselves from ANC discussions ahead of 2026 LGE

Over 4 400 municipal wards are expected to participate in the elections.

Ramaphosa was speaking to over 1 600 delegates at the close of the ANC’s four-day NGC.

Ireland all-rounder Sophie MacMahon announces her international retirement, aged 28.

Gloucester are set to be without centre pairing Max Llewellyn and Will Joseph for a “decent” period after they picked up injuries against Castres in the Champions Cup.

Mohammed Ben Sulayem has been returned as president of motorsport’s governing body the FIA after an election in which he was the only candidate.

Wales centre Owen Watkin is ready to put the “hardest 11 months of his rugby life” behind him when he returns to action for Ospreys this weekend.

Notoriously difficult entrance exam is regarded as gateway to economic security and even a good marriage

The chief organiser of South Korea’s notoriously gruelling university entrance exams has resigned – after complaints that an English test he designed was too difficult.

Passing the exam, known locally as the Suneung, is essential for admission to top universities and regarded as a gateway to...

A new hotel has quietly joined the Camps Bay skyline, adding another upmarket stop to Cape Town’s most popular beachfront stretch.

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has honoured South Africa-born, Achim von Arnim, founder of Haute Cabrière.

The accused allegedly demanded R300 000 from a local businessman to secure a tender.

Sohail Govender appeared before the Gqeberha New Law Courts and was granted bail.

Sunday promises the most pleasant conditions.

Last year, there were about 47 incidents of burglary and vandalism reported at more than 30 schools.

Sigenergy has quickly become the fastest-growing name in the renewable energy arena, and for good reason.

The MTN Group subsidiary appoints a CTIO, risk and compliance general manager and MD for its FibreCo business in SA.

The company sees the next wave of growth in broadband for operators in underserved areas.

Fears over too little range have cooled, but many drivers have become paranoid about whether they will find an essential charging station in a working state.

TopAuto is South Africa’s foremost motoring website – and the best place to advertise your products and services.

A Chinese carmaker has launched a new sedan in South Africa called the 007.

Stellantis has issued an urgent safety recall for these 21 cars in South Africa.

Iron deficiency is a relatively common problem, especially in women. Here’s how to spot the symptons.

The TEWV announcement comes after calls from families of three patients who died by suicide.