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Former MC Alger coach Rulani Mokwena has reportedly assembled a new backroom staff to work with him at Al-Ittihad Tripoli. Mokwena is expected to be unveiled by Al-Ittihad in the coming hours following his departure from MC Alger. The 39-year-old had his release clause triggered by Al-Ittihad who reportedly enticed him with a R1.4 million […]

The president of Iran’s football federation says the organisation is negotiating with Fifa to move the country’s World Cup matches from the United States to Mexico.

Minister Mahlobo says R400 billion is needed to address SA’s water challenges.

The postponement comes after the state witness, known as Mr X, took ill. 

Ntanzi testified that police allegedly took him to a dumping site and assaulted him.

Severe weather is plaguing the US from coast to coast, bringing a mix of extreme heat and bitter cold.

As the war with Iran intensifies, Trump is demanding that allies help the U.S. reopen the Strait of Hormuz. And, a federal judge halts RFK Jr.’s changes to children’s vaccine policies.

Israel says it killed Ali Larijani and Gholamreza Soleimani, the highest profile assassinations since the targeting of Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on the first day of the war.

These reports harm attempts to close the wide gender representation gap in Zambia, activists say.

Multiple blasts struck some of the Maiduguri’s busiest locations on Monday evening.

Some 50,000 people are told to flee their homes as the army warns of a huge military offensive in Jonglei state.

Fifa fines the Nigeria Football Federation and DR Congo Football Association for separate disciplinary breaches by supporters.

The office of the presidency has gazetted the updated salaries for judges, magistrates, justices and the public protector, effective retroactively from 1 April 2025.

Sergeant Fannie Nkosi, has denied allegations that he tipped off Vusimuzi Matlala about a raid.

COPE leader Mosiuoa ‘Terror’ Lekota was buried in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Court hears Thabo Mbeki and Jacob Zuma’s bid to review Justice Khampepe’s refusal to recuse herself.

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry continues cross-examination of Sgt Fannie Nkosi.

Captain Sam Kerr scores the winner as Australia beat China 2-1 to reach the final of the Asian Cup.

A well-known Proteas player has taken the interesting decision to play in another new T20 tournament that will be hosted in Belgium.

New reports have suggested that former MC Alger head coach Rulani Mokwena has been released after he was arrested in Algiers.

Northampton second row JJ van der Mescht is in contention for a senior South Africa call-up after being invited to a virtual alignment camp by the Springboks.

Actor and television presenter Dingaan Khumalo is not pleased that fans are disrespecting him by calling him out of his name.

Ama Qamata shines in ‘Fight Like A Girl’ as she attends the Congo premiere of the powerful women-led boxing drama.

Seasoned broadcaster and award-winning musician Unathi Nkayi is adamant about not being associated with Somizi Mhlongo.

Champion trainer has three horses lined up for Champions Day.

Schreiber said South Africa has the global appeal to host premier international events, but visa efficiency remains crucial to its competitiveness.

The simple fact of the matter is that this electrically powered bakkie is quicker than both of these flagship turbodiesels.

Nkosi testified about the relationship among the Saps top brass, including Sibiya, Mkhwanazi, Crime Intelligence’s Dumisani Khumalo and National Commissioner Fannie Masemola.

Chip shortages are causing the prices of servers, radio access network equipment and even Sim cards to rise.

FlySafair has introduced new one‑tap payment options in its mobile app, allowing customers to pay for flights quickly and securely using Apple Pay and Google Pay. The new payment methods, powered by Stitch, form part of the airline’s ongoing focus on using technology to simplify the booking experience and remove unnecessary friction for customers. Stitch […]

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Spar Group informed shareholders on Tuesday that it will implement a voluntary severance programme in certain areas of the business as part of its ongoing focus on improving operational efficiency and competitiveness. “The severance programme forms part of a broader reset designed to align the Group’s cost base with current trading conditions and ensure Spar […]

Experts have warned that speeding fines won’t disappear once South Africa’s new driving laws are introduced, and that motorists will face harsher penalties for ignoring fines.

President Cyril Ramaphosa confirmed that South Africa has launched a new process to attract private investment for its high-speed rail projects.

Helen and Lee Draper lost their daughter Megan to meningitis in October 2025.

BBC Health Correspondent Dominic Hughes explains the signs to look out for.