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The minister of public works, Dean Macpherson, says his department is making headway in tackling the so-called construction mafia.

The auditor-general’s report on Greater North Transport in Limpopo revealed significant financial mismanagement, including irregular expenditure and a R5.9m irregularity in a security contract.

The Minister of Electricity has approved a plan to establish a new State-Owned Entity to oversee energy trading in the wholesale electricity market.

Shebe Maburna is facing several counts of attempted murder.

SIU conducting simultaneous raids at properties of individuals and businesses in KZN and Gauteng.

The Senate is expected to vote on two opposing health care proposals today. And, the Trump administration says it has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela in its latest move in the region.

The Trump administration says it seized an oil tanker off the Venezuelan coast, as Congress presses for answers about U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats and the admiral overseeing the strikes retires.

NPR’s Michel Martin talks to Richard Haass {hahs}, president emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations, about the U.S. seizing an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela.

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado appeared in public for the first time in 11 months after a daring escape from her homeland when she emerged from a hotel balcony in Norway’s capital.

The landmark $2.5bn Kenya-US deal has been stopped until the court hears the case over data privacy.

Ghana says its citizens were subjected to “humiliating treatment” in Israel, which has not commented.

The coup was thwarted after Nigeria sent warplanes to dislodge the mutineers from the offices of state TV.

Brumelda Zuma will represent the party led by her father in parliament after her half-sister resigned.

Speaking to Amol Rajan on the BBC’s Radical podcast, chef and campaigner Jamie Oliver reveals all about his experiences of failure and learning from it.

The firm aims to expand its power station near Selby with a 100MW data centre by 2027.

Tiger Brands has undergone a major brand refresh, as the group’s turnaround has started delivering billions in returns for shareholders.

Most increases will be 20p or less and bus and tram fares will be frozen, the mayor of London says.

Donald Trump has announced that he will not invite SA to the G20 in Miami, Florida.

PAC is holding its Elective Conference in Gqeberha, which started today it will end on Sunday

DA in Gauteng has accused MEC Faith Mazibuko of exploiting nurses over unpaid two month salaries

The DA has been pushing for the abolition of cadre deployment through court action.

Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou suggests he could fight UFC legend Jon Jones or ex-boxing world champion Deontay Wilder in 2026.

FCSB general manager Mihai Stoica confirmed that Ngezana was forced off the field over the weekend but will he be fit for Bafana?

Cardiff City winger Ollie Tanner is back in full training and close to a return to action following four months out with an ankle injury.

Lionel Messi is heading to India to unveil a 70ft statue of himself as part of a three-day ‘GOAT Tour’.

Manchester Metropolitan University again wins top spot for climate and social justice in league table

More universities have severed ties with fossil fuel companies, banning them from recruitment fairs and refusing to advertise roles in the industry, according to the latest higher education league table.

The analysis found that eight more universities had signed up to end recruitment ties with...

If you want to win your share of the jackpot, you have to play! You know what they say, you’ve got to be in it, to win it.

Western Cape residents have been warned of a spike in visibility of highly venomous snakes during the hot summer months…

South Africa’s golden couple, Basetsana and Romeo Kumalo mark 25 years of marriage, celebrating love, family, and a remarkable shared legacy.

Congratulations are in order…

Kolisi and Lottering share a long-standing friendship.

Machado has been hailed for her efforts in favour of democracy, but she has also been criticised for aligning herself with US President Donald Trump.

From the Wild Coast to the rural heartlands of Qumbu, the Eastern Cape is rising, and MTN South Africa is helping power the move forward.

Merino is one of the best fabrics you can wear. We explain the different blends, what “gsm” means, and how to care for your clothes.

QuantrolOx today announced a major milestone in quantum technology with the launch of VIDYAQAR, the world’s first True Open-Architecture Quantum Platform designed specifically for education, research, testing, and benchmarking.

Vodacom is notifying contract customers to prepare for price increases on 1 February 2026, stating that these are necessary to continue investing in its network.

Jaecoo has slashed the starting price of the J5 SUV by R40,000 in South Africa.

Diesel users can look forward to a price cut next month, though petrol motorists won’t be as lucky.

Deal put forward by ministers includes rapid expansion of training posts, but no promises on pay.

The fitness coach explains how it helps and how you can meet your protein needs.