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The defeat of a Republican rebel by a Trump-backed challenger in Kentucky shows the strength of the president, writes Anthony Zurcher.

Kekana missed Sundowns two Champions League matches after he received a red card in the semifinal first leg against Esperance. This forced coach Miguel Cardoso to use Cupido, who played with a shoulder injury in the first leg.

In a new documentary, the star says she “got through it, again” following successful treatment in 2005.

Mahikeng community activist Thato Molosankwe was shot and killed at his home on Wednesday morning

ActionSA criticises the exoneration of senior SAPS officers linked to the Phala Phala matter.

Rev Chikane served as the Secretary of Cabinet and the Director General in the Presidency.

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria.

Its name is short — like its size — but bees are one of Earth’s most important and busy creatures.

President Vladimir Putin is in Beijing for talks with President Xi Jinping, in a closely watched visit that comes just days after President Trump’s high-profile trip to China.

A new report finds that global humanitarian aid is failing, with cuts from major donors like the United States and increased attacks on health workers further eroding the system.

The former power minister was sentenced to 75 years in jail in absentia earlier this month.

Ghana will face fellow West African heavyweights Ivory Coast in qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.

The government and transport operators are in talks to resolve the dispute over the hike in fuel prices.

A bank that ceased operations more than two decades ago is seeking compensation from Malawi that could approach a 10th of the country’s annual budget, following a court ruling that regulators illegally revoked its licence

Key roads have remained largely empty and some schools have asked students to stay at home.

Absa’s latest Homeowners Sentiment Index has reached its best level since 2015, but expected interest rate increases threaten the outlook.

Mandla Msibi resigned from the ANC last month after failing to retain his treasurer position.

The ANC and DA in Joburg have differing expectations ahead of the State of the City Address

Nhlamulo Ndhlela was removed as uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) spokesperson on Tuesday.

Political parties have until Friday to submit names to the National Assembly Speaker.

Kaizer Chiefs are set to part ways with Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze but club legend Tefu Mashamaite wants the duo to stay.

Norway midfielder Morten Thorsby says “everybody in football loses” if Fifa does not do more to protect players from extreme heat at the World Cup.

Liverpool is awarded the right to host the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in 2030.

Ulster confirm the appointment of former New Zealand international Clarke Dermody as the province’s new forwards coach.

SASSA has confirmed the COVID-19 SRD payment dates for May 2026. Check when your money arrives this month.

Erica Campbell and her husband, Warryn Campbell, have been married for 25 years.

Do you agree? Here’s what The South African readers have shared about the controversy surrounding Dis-Chem shareholder, Mark Saltzman.

The festival is taking place in Cannes, France, from 12 to 23 May.

A decision on Country Road looms large, while Checkers simply cannot be underestimated

Fuel prices have surged to record levels, largely driven by geopolitical tensions that have destabilised international energy markets.

“There is a misunderstanding because my club didn’t receive the correct information,” said Ngezana.

South Africa’s key inflation number hit 4% in April, with fuel prices still rising and interest rate hikes now looking likely.

The Southern African Music Rights Organisation is hosting Service Weeks for content creators to help members directly address their administrative hurdles.

Enterprise software has moved to the centre of financial strategy, says Teko Mojaki, MD of Spinnaker Support.

Production planning software helps manufacturers control jobs, materials, schedules, costs and shop floor activity from a single system.

The latest callback only involves the F and none of the lesser RC variants.

Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather.

Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm.

One in 10 women live with adenomyosis yet sufferers say their pain is often dismissed.

Some people say they are “stranded” in hospital, but the NHS denies decisions around their care are driven by costs.