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Rhino poaching: Will a kingpin’s death result in fewer such crimes?
Rhino poaching remains a crisis in South Africa. Will the recent death of alleged kingpin Big Joe signal any change?
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Rhino poaching remains a crisis in South Africa. Will the recent death of alleged kingpin Big Joe signal any change?
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The new law was scaled back after a warning from the central bank
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Reading is arguably the most difficult task one must learn, requiring both formal education and practice. What does the science of reading say about the possible consequences of reading on digital devices versus books?

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V8-powered car previews new ultra-luxury brand between BMW and Rolls-Royce
South Africa
TMPD officer found guilty of accepting bribes
The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has welcomed the sentencing of former Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) officer Mashudu Ernest Mukwevho for soliciting and accepting bribes from motorists.
Mukwevho was convicted on 10 March 2026 following his arrest during a joint undercover operation conducted by the National Traffic...

South Africa
Last Friday, prosecutor Mkhuseli Ntaba informed the court that he would not be available on Monday

South Africa
The memorial on Bays Hill honours all SAAF members who lost their lives in service.
South Africa
Abrahams to attend Botswana-SA Bi-National Commission and Business Forum
Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Alexandra Abrahams, will attend the 6th Botswana-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) and deliver remarks at the Botswana-South Africa Business Forum in Gaborone from 20 to 21 May 2026.
The Business Forum will take place on the sidelines of the 6th...

World
Sen. Bill Cassidy, who voted to convict Trump, lost the Republican primary in Louisiana. And, the WHO has declared a global health emergency over a new Ebola outbreak.

World
The decision follows years of tax troubles in Spain for the Colombian superstar. Spanish tax authorities did not prove that the singer was a resident of Spain, the court said in its decision.

World
The project is expected to complement the existing oil pipeline of 1.8 million barrels a day to meet global demand

World
As peace talks stall, Ukraine launches one of the biggest drone strikes against Russia since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion in an attempt to weaken Russia’s war machine.

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

Africa
New research links rural solar adoption to mobile money use, while raising concerns about inequality

Africa
Francis Ngannou reaffirmed his claim as the best heavyweight in the world with a first-round knockout win over Philipe Lins at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.

Africa
No group has yet claimed responsibility for the attacks, which have devastated Mussa town in Borno state.

Business
A political storm is brewing over allegations that the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) paid massively inflated prices for basic food items.

Business
The company has announced plans to build seven new models in Europe including a small electric hatchback.
Business

Business
Dr Christine Taljaard-Krugell is an Associate Professor at NWU and a specialist in child nutrition.

Politics
DA says their main concern is that several road projects remain below 50% and incomplete.

Politics
IEC says allegations by Julius Malema about vote swapping during the 2024 elections are incorrect
Politics
The latest member announced for the impeachment committee that will hold President Cyril Ramaphosa accountable over the Phala Phala saga is BOSA leader Mmusi Maimane.

Politics
Mourners described Maape as a courageous leader who was principled and ethical.

Sport
Defender Siyabonga Ngezana has reportedly been excluded from South Africa’s squad for FIFA World Cup 2026.

Sport
Club cricketer Scott Gretton says he had no idea he might have been making history by hitting six sixes in successive overs.

Sport
Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal will leave the club at the end of this season after two spells at the Santiago Bernabeu covering 23 years.

Sport
England head coach Steve Borthwick has named a 42-player squad for a three-day training camp ahead of the inaugural Nations Championship.
Education
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Education
College students have interrupted graduation ceremonies to voice their fears about artificial intelligence. They’re not the only ones who are worried.
Education
[New Era] Although libraries in Namibia are often underestimated and not always given the recognition they deserve, they remain vital institutions for education, information access, and community development. In a rapidly changing world driven by knowledge and technology, libraries continue to serve as equalizers ensuring that information is accessible to everyone, regardless of background or...
Education
[New Dawn] BONG COUNTY — Bong County Electoral District #7 Representative Foday E.K. Fahnbulleh has disclosed plans for the official opening of a newly constructed modern elementary school in Zankpaimah Town as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen educational infrastructure and improve learning conditions within the district.

Lifestyle
New research suggests icing injuries may hinder recovery time and prolong pain. Here is what the study found, and what it means for you.

Lifestyle
Aamirah Ngwenya, wife of former TV presenter and actor, Sipho Psyfo Ngwenya shared a hilarious pregnancy reveal on Instagram.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Two popular Springbok WAGS have publicly shown Rachel Kolisi their support of her keeping her ex, Siya Kolisi’s surname, after their divorce.

Entertainment
Reality TV couple Mel and Peet Viljoen say that harsh conditions in US detention ended their glamorous Miami dream

Entertainment
Sandton’s Artistry, the cultural platform conceptualised by musician J’Something, has been voted Best Rooftop Restaurant at the 2026 LUXE People’s Choice Awards.

Entertainment
All-new RAV4 will, initially have a conventional combustion engine and hybrid powertrain, followed later by a plug-in hybrid.

Entertainment
National gambling revenue exceeded R70 billion in 2025, but Gauteng’s share has dropped from 35% to less than 20% since 2019.

Science/Tech
Joubert Roux on Charge’s R1.8-billion plan: an off-grid charging station every 150km along South Africa’s highways.

Science/Tech
The National Cleantech Innovation Challenge attracted innovators from every province, with solutions targeting energy, water, agriculture, waste and logistics.

Science/Tech
WeBuyCars plans to offer its AI-powered Inspectify vehicle inspection platform to the broader used-car market.

Science/Tech
South Africa’s banks are taking divergent paths on AI, with Investec insisting people, not machines, define the institution.
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
Chinese carmaker claims this all-electric SUV derivative can travel 450km on a single charge.

Motoring
Following the Ranger, most of the revised Everest’s changes have been on the model structure and powertrain fronts.
Health
Doctors and patients complain that the controversial practice of prior authorization for treatment and procedures is still widespread.
Health
Straus Family Creamery asked customers to throw out some tubs sold in May across 17 states. No injuries have been reported, the company said.

Health
A patient praises a new test for womb cancer being trialled at hospitals in Suffolk and Norfolk.
Health
The hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius set off alarms for a world still traumatized by Covid. For those on board, the danger was much closer.