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New findings reveal the Thiaroye massacre death toll was far higher than reported, with up to 400 victims.

Widespread regional anger over Israel’s war on Gaza will likely prove a major obstacle to any further signatories.

UK court to hear challenge to the pro-Palestine group’s ban under ‘anti-terrorism’ laws after government loses appeal.

Sibiya is expected back on the stand when the trial resumes on Monday. 

Operations have resumed at the business property of Brown Mogotsi in Seweding village.

The opportunities that artificial intelligence (AI) offer African teachers and students are immense; the AI education market in the Middle East and Africa is projected to hit $1.7 billion by 2030. Yet in Sub-Saharan Africa, where student–teacher ratios can reach 50:1 and many children still lack access to quality learning resources, the need for innovative […]

Africa Tech Festival, the continent’s most influential technology event, has announced new additions to its 2025 speaker line-up. This expanded line-up reinforces the Festival’s reputation as the premier platform for conversations that are shaping Africa’s digital transformation, bringing together leaders from government, business, innovation, and sport. Delivering the ministerial welcome...

The BBC’s Jonathan Beale explains what impact the weapons might have if the US decides to send them to Ukraine.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President Trump meet today to discuss Ukraine’s request for long-range missiles. And, John Bolton indicted for allegedly mishandling classified information.

Billionaire JB Pritzker won the sum while on holiday with friends and family.

Chad had terminated its agreement with African Parks after accusing it of failing to curb poaching.

Colonel Michael Randrianirina is sworn in as the new president of Madagascar at a ceremony in the capital.

Colonel Michael Randrianirina takes his oath of office in front of crowds days after seizing power.

Mourners carrying national flags and portraits of the late leader pay their final respects at a city stadium.

Access Forex has become the latest company to be fined by regulatory officials in South Africa.

SARS has issued a final warning to taxpayers, urging them to finalise their tax returns before the close of the 2025 filing season, or face penalties.

Martin Lewis explains how you can get up to £400 of free cash – by switching bank accounts.

Mchunu says Nkabinde told him that the letter was apparently leaked

There was a tense exchange between Mchunu and the evidence leader Senior Counsel Norman Arendse.

The Inquest looking into the deaths of the Cradock Four continues.

All eyes are on suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu as he appears before the Ad Hoc Committee.

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers is ready for the challenge Kevin Muscat would bring if the former Australia defender is appointed as the new Rangers boss.

American Tim Mayer has abandoned his campaign for the presidency of motorsport’s governing body, accusing the FIA of “lacking transparency” and “the illusion of democracy”.

Former Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Calvin Marlin says Orlando Pirates’ form is exactly what local football needs to keep fans excited to fill the stadiums.

Spain’s record scorer Jenni Hermoso has been handed a recall after a 12-month absence by new manager Sonia Bermudez, along with Barcelona defender Mapi Leon.

FoI data shows 180,000 students and graduates weighed down by private debt amid cost of living crisis

Students have accrued nearly £500m in “hidden debts” to their universities, including library fines, unpaid accommodation and support loans, according to figures that highlight the cost of living crisis on UK campuses.

The figures from freedom of information requests sent to 148 UK universities...

Becky Francis says pupils condemned to retaking maths and English face ‘blocks to progress’ and system needs overhaul

The requirement that children who fail GCSE maths and English must repeatedly resit the exams is too inflexible and needs to be overhauled, according to Becky Francis, the head of the government’s curriculum review.

Francis said the full review, ordered by the education...

Cory Doctorow’s theory of “enshittification” explains how tech platforms rot from within. As AI grows more profitable—and powerful—it risks the same fate.

Musk posted nonstop at the beginning of the year about British politics until his focus was consumed by DOGE. Now he’s back.

Three electric motors combined with twin-turbo V8 engine delivers 772kW of power.

He knows exactly what to do when a member of staff is unwell.

Dr Ivan Bristow – from the British Association of Dermatologists’ Foot Fungus Task Force – explains why the signs of athlete’s foot can get missed by doctors and nurses.

Elise Faragher is on Worcester hospital placement and lecturer Aaron Collins, and his wife, came in.