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Bernice Swartz hands out bread to poor communities without official party approval

South Africa issued a diplomatic protest to the new US ambassador to Pretoria over his recent criticism of the government, ratcheting up tensions between the two countries.

Ramathuba was speaking at a media briefing on water provision in Polokwane.

A sixth farm in the Mossel Bay area has now tested positive for Foot and Mouth Disease.

The SANDF deployment is expected to last until 31 March next year.

Government minister Nick Thomas-Symonds said the change put an end to “an archaic and undemocratic principle.” The removed aristocrats are 92 of the House of Lords’ 800 members.

The US president might learn that starting wars is much easier than ending them, writes the BBC’s international editor.

Witnesses say drone strikes hit a residential building frequently occupied by expatriates and aid workers.

Forecasters say storms are becoming more intense in the region, partly due to global warming.

China is boosting its ties to Africa, with zero-tariff trade and a year-long people-to-people exchange initiative, aiming to expand investment and infrastructure development across the continent

With Bellarmine Mugabe due in court we look at what has happened to Zimbabwe’s ex-first family.

Rural farmers and homeowners are struggling to afford heating oil as prices rise.

Hosken Consolidated Investments Limited is selling Kalahari Mall in the Northern Cape in a deal worth R800 million.

A head teacher says he is “really concerned” about a decision to end school holiday food vouchers.

Lamola says remarks made by Brent Bozell are unacceptable.

Francinah Vuma says she was offered an early retirement deal.

Ngcuka is facing cross examination of his statement to the TRC Cases Inquiry a week ago.

Sergeant Nkosi is alleged to have sometimes played the middleman between General Shibiri and Matlala

The Irish FA confirm that Northern Ireland supporters who booked their travel and accommodation for the Nations League game away to Georgia before the announcement was made that it will take place behind closed doors, will be allowed to attend the game.

Il Etait Temps powers over the line in the Queen Mother Champion Chase to earn trainer Willie Mullins his third win of day two at Cheltenham Festival.

Afghanistan’s upcoming series against Sri Lanka in the United Arab Emirates has been postponed until the end of the year because of conflict in the Middle East.

Orlando Pirates’ Betway Premiership championship dream continues against Richards Bay at the Orlando Amstel Arena.

Animal welfare organisations are urging pet owners in Cape Town to take extra precautions during the current heatwave.

From Oprah Winfrey to Tyla, celebrities descended on Paris for Fashion Week, displaying an array of audacious fashion choices of their own.

Australian designer Katie Perry has won the right to sell clothes under her name, claiming victory in a trademark spat with US pop star Katy Perry.

This milestone reflects the collective effort of associates across the plant and the broader ecosystem of suppliers, logistics partners and dealerships.

Francinah Vuma was suspended in July 2022.

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 12 March 2026.

Six suspects linked to former police officer Kutumela appear in court over alleged insurance-linked murders and R10 million fraudulent payouts.

If you’re struggling with chronic back or shoulder pain, these mattresses could change your life

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Suzuki has announced the pricing for its newest SUV, which will go on sale in South Africa very soon.

South Africa’s biggest airline is adding a temporary fuel surcharge to its ticket prices.

This may be the cheapest time to drive from Joburg to Cape Town for quite some time.

Researchers in Worcestershire are using electrodes as a non-invasive diagnosis tool.

The non-hormonal daily pill could benefit 500,000 women for whom HRT is not suitable.