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BBC at the scene of Russian strikes in Kyiv
Russia launched one the biggest air strikes on Kyiv since the start of the war with several apartment blocks hit.

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‘We came to SA to survive’: family mourns couple killed in tragedy involving Motsoaledi vehicle
Family is trying to come to terms with the tragedy

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WATCH | Joburg boy wins chance to walk with Bafana Bafana onto World Cup pitch
The Grade 5 pupil was selected as an official Fifa match ball carrier after winning a competition hosted by Kia South Africa earlier this year.
South Africa
SIU scores freezing order on properties linked to misused NLC funds
SIU scores freezing order on properties linked to misused NLC funds
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has secured a preservation order freezing two properties after an investigation uncovered that millions in National Lotteries Commission (NLC) funds intended for a KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) agricultural project were instead diverted for personal gain.
The preservation order, granted by...
South Africa
President Ramaphosa dismisses Social Development Minister
President Ramaphosa dismisses Social Development Minister
President Cyril Ramaphosa has, in terms of section 91(2) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996, has removed Minister of Social Development, Sisisi Tolashe, from her position. Section 91(2) of the Constitution empowers the President to appoint and dismiss members of the Cabinet at his/ her discretion.In a...

South Africa
South Africa’s Energy Transition Exposes Construction Skills Gap as AI and Digital Tools Reshape Site Operations
South Africa’s energy transition is placing new demands on the construction sector. As the country expands its grid, integrates renewable energy and modernises infrastructure, construction companies are moving beyond traditional projects to deliver solar and wind farms, support grid expansion and work across Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) programmes central to energy...

South Africa
MTN Commercialises AI and IoT Solutions for Agriculture, Eyes Private Networks for Remote Farming Areas
Telecommunications group MTN is commercializing a suite of AI-driven Internet-of-Things solutions for the agricultural sector, while identifying private network infrastructure as a key enabler of wider digital agriculture adoption in rural areas. Speaking at this year’s Nampo Harvest Day near Bothaville in the Free State, MTN South Africa GM for Connected Enterprise Solutions Sudipto Moitra […]

World
Former Nigerian minister sentenced to 75 years in rare corruption verdict
Former Power Minister Saleh Mamman was convicted last week – but the authorities do not know his whereabouts.

World
Trump tries to make deals in China. And, Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed leader
President Trump is vying to make deals with China during his visit with President Xi Jinping. And, the Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh as the next leader of the Federal Reserve.

World
Richard Haass talks about accounts from U.S. and China on Trump-Xi meeting
NPR’s Steve Inskeep speaks with veteran diplomat Richard Haass about the differences in Chinese and U.S. readouts from President Trump’s meeting with China’s leader Xi Jinping.

World
Xi warns Trump over Taiwan, says differences could lead to clash
At the summit, the Chinese leader placed Taiwan, a key point of friction between the U.S. and China, at the center, calling it “the most important issue” between the two countries.

Africa
‘They shot my neighbour in the head’ – the lakeside city traumatised by war
Rebel fighters and Rwandan troops are accused of committing atrocities after capturing the DR Congo city of Uvira in December.

Africa
Afcon final ‘deficiencies’ dealt with – Motsepe
Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe admits to errors following the chaotic Afcon final between Morocco and Senegal which dented Caf’s reputation.

Africa
Dozens of dogs rescued and suspect arrested in Uganda after BBC investigation
A BBC investigation exposed how scammers posted social content of dogs in distress to dupe donors into giving money.

Africa
Malawi’s century-old witchcraft law leaves door open to mob killings
Seven deaths in southern Malawi expose legal gaps, weak prosecutions and a colonial law that authorities say is no longer fit to manage modern waves of panic-driven violence

Business
Another new mafia emerging in South Africa
Mafia-style criminal syndicates are increasingly tareting popular household brands in South Africa.
Business

Business
Discovery Bank fraud warning
Discovery Bank has warned South Africans about a surge in one type of scam used to steal banking details and money from unsuspecting motorists.

Business
Major police operation targets drug and knife crime
West Midlands Police brings Operation Fearless to Handsworth.

Politics
Ramaphosa removes Sisisi Tolashe as Minister of Social Development
President Ramaphosa has removed Sisisi Tolashe from her position as Minister of Social Development

Politics
LIVE | ANC briefs media following special NEC Meeting
The report found that the President may have a case to answer in the theft of dollars at his farm.

Politics
Impeachment Committee to be made up of 31 members
The establishment is the result of a Constitutional Court judgment last Friday.

Politics
ANC NEC meets over Phala Phala matter
Fikile Mbalula says the National Executive Committee must provide guidance on the Phala Phala saga

Sport
Banned Springbok must forfeit earnings
Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye has not only received a hefty 18-month suspension, but he must repay certain earnings.

Sport
Official: Kaizer Chiefs announce new CEO
Kaizer Chiefs have officially confirmed Bheki Shongwe as the club’s new Chief Group Executive Officer (CEO).

Sport
Gilding wins first ProTour title at 442nd attempt
Former UK Open champion Andrew Gilding claims his first ProTour title win on his 442nd attempt, winning Players Championship 16 in Leicester.

Sport
Springbok’s doping ban: When does it come into effect and when it’ll end
Following Springbok Asenathi Nltabakanye’s 18-month suspension, here’s a timeline breakdown of when his sanction will begin and end.

Education
Privately educated CEOs seen as ‘safer bet’ by investors, study finds
Privilege being mistaken for competence as study reveals no evidence to suggest companies run by state-educated peers underperform
Chief executives who attended private school are perceived as a “safer bet” by investors, according to a study, despite there being no evidence they perform or behave differently to their state-educated counterparts.
Companies run by privately educated bosses tend...
Education
South Africa: Extreme Rainfall Is Here to Stay – – the Right to Education Must Not Be Swept Away
[Daily Maverick] What is required, if the unqualified and immediately realisable right to basic education is to be safeguarded, is not simply better ad hoc responses to extreme weather events but a shift towards a basic education system that is intentionally designed to withstand them.
Education
UCF Commencement Speaker Draws Boos After A.I. Remarks
Humanities students made their displeasure known at the University of Central Florida.
Education
How an Image of Washington at Prayer Became a Touchstone for the Right
A scene inspired by the winter at Valley Forge has become more prominent in the Trump era, along with claims that the United States was founded as a Christian nation.
Lifestyle
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Lifestyle
Rare Rolls-Royce spotted in SA with Zim number plate – Who owns it?
A flamboyant Zimbabwean preacher is believed to be the owner of a customised Rolls-Royce Wraith, recently spotted in Sandton…

Entertainment
Dunga paints grim picture of Gauteng’s finances amid R173bn municipal debt
According to Dunga, municipalities collectively underreported debt owed to Eskom by R12.5 billion and debt owed to Rand Water by R2.7 billion.

Entertainment
National Treasury finds financial misconduct still persistent in most municipalities
Report reveals that municipalities fail to hold individuals accountable for financial misconduct.

Entertainment
Ramaphosa fires social development minister Tolashe amid mounting allegations
Tolashe has rejected claims that she had been dishonest with parliament.

Entertainment
Neethling Fouché to captain Stormers in URC match against Cardiff
Coach Dobson has made minimal changes to the side from last week, though there is a new midfield pairing.

Science/Tech
InstaFarm Automated Indoor Microgreens Garden Review: Easy Being Green
The InstaFarm makes growing your own microgreens practical at home.

Science/Tech
Gen Z Is Pioneering a New Understanding of Truth
The first generation to truly grow up online, Generation Z and their cohort live in a social media ecosystem that blends facts and feelings. It’s significantly shifting how they understand what’s true.

Science/Tech
Parly flags ICT challenges at labour entities
The Portfolio Committee on Employment and Labour points to recurring governance weaknesses and ICT issues.

Science/Tech
Digital boost for 20 community broadcasters in SA
The community TV and radio stations will be equipped with the tools needed to stream content via web and mobile platforms.
Motoring

Motoring
New Ford Everest goes on sale in South Africa – And it’s R128,000 cheaper
Ford has updated the Everest for South Africa, slashing the SUV’s starting price in the process.
Motoring
Motoring

Health
What sugar does to your body
Just how bad for you is eating sugar? And why is fruit still a good option – even though it has lots of sugar?
Health
Will Her Daughter Be Safe at Pali High as It Rebuilds From LA Wildfires?
It’s a nightmare faced by families all around Los Angeles: After wildfire smoke blanketed homes, schools and offices with toxic chemicals, when is it OK to go back?
Health
Trump Administration Will Withhold $1.3 Billion in Medicaid Payments to California
Vice President JD Vance said the state had not done enough to fight fraud in the public health insurance program.
Health
Nancy Cox, Who Worked to Conquer the Wily Flu, Dies at 77
As the leader of the C.D.C.’s influenza division, she battled to keep up with an ever-changing viral opponent, building a global network of researchers and forecasters.