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SARS turning up the heat on taxpayers
SARS is ramping up enforcement on its R500 billion tax debt book through urgent demands and shortening deadlines, leaving taxpayers exposed to escalating penalties, civil judgments, and possible prosecution.

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Mercedes-Benz previews electric C-Class cabin ahead of April debut
The company says the car will be a bastion of luxury, serenity and dynamic driving

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WEATHER: Severe storms with heavy rain to hit SA TODAY
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Friday, 17 April 2026.

South Africa
Ndimande brothers return to court in AKA murder case
The Ndimande brothers, accused in the murders of AKA and Tibz, are due in court.

South Africa
Mnisi to take the stand at Madlanga Commission
Tshwane CFO Gareth Mnisi was implicated through Fannie Nkosi’s testimony.

South Africa
Mugabe attempted murder case resumes in Alexandra
The attempted murder case against Bellarmine Mugabe and his co-accused resumes…

South Africa
Nkabinde Enquiry to rule on Batohi application
The Nkabinde Enquiry is set to rule on Shamila Batohi’s request to consult legal counsel.

World
What we know about the ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel
A 10-day truce between the two countries is now in effect, with Iran-backed Hezbollah voicing support, as negotiations continue between the US and Iran.

World
Moment wolf on the run in South Korea is found
The escape of Neukgu, a two-year-old wolf, from a zoo in the city of Daejon captured national attention.

World
Six months after ceasefire with Israel, people in Gaza say recovery hasn’t even begun
Six months into a ceasefire that promised an end to the war and a surge of aid for Gaza, people say recovery hasn’t even yet begun.

World
UN looks for a short-term solution for moving fertilizer through the Strait of Hormuz
The U.N. looks for a quick solution to get cargo ships with fertilizer through the Strait of Hormuz, to prevent a global food crisis.

Africa
Blunt-speaking Pope tells Cameroon to root out corruption to find peace
The pontiff was unusually forthright in his address at the presidential palace.

Africa
South African opposition figure Malema sentenced to five years in prison
Malema is appealing against the decision to prevent him from being taken to prison on Thursday.

Africa
Nigeria drops terrorism financing charges against ex-justice minister
Abubakar Malami was seen as one of the most influential ministers under former President Muhammadu Buhari.

Africa
Chinese national given one year in prison for smuggling ants out of Kenya
Zhang Kequn was arrested in March while trying to travel to China with more than 2,000 live ants.

Business
Elon Musk calls for sanctions against South Africa, and say goodbye to spam calls
Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 17 April.

Business
Eskom wage hikes hit a major roadblock
Two of South Africa’s major labour unions have accepted state power utility Eskom’s 7% wage increase offer, and one has rejected it, demanding more.

Business
Great news for Capitec customers in South Africa with banking apps on their phones
Capitec has slowly been rolling out a new real-time safety feature that warns customers of suspicious accounts.

Business
Finance ministers and top bankers raise serious concerns about Mythos AI model
Experts say Mythos potentially has an unprecedented ability to identify and exploit cybersecurity weaknesses.

Politics
Mabuyane to take Malema to court over fake Fort Hare degree claims
Malema made the claims while addressing supporters outside the KuGompo City Regional Court

Politics
Malema’s sentence will be overturned in appeal process: Lawyer
Julius Malema was sentenced to five years imprisonment for unlawful possession of a firearm.

Politics
Malema should be allowed to appeal sentence: Al Jama-ah
The party says Malema else has the constitutional right to challenge the sentence.

Politics
EFF rejects claims of intimidation after Joburg traders close shops
EFF have denied claims that their members forced businesses to close in the Johannesburg CBD.

Sport
Wilson KO shocks Belfast as McKee wins PFL debut
Jay-Jay Wilson stunned the Belfast crowd with a devastating first-round knockout of Donegal’s Darragh Kelly, handing the Irishman his first professional defeat in just 37 seconds.

Sport
URC | Live scoring: Bulls v Dragons
Keep track of the live scoring as the Bulls tackle the Dragons in a must-win URC game away from home on Friday night.

Sport
Williams still fighting after 29 years at the Crucible
Three-time world champion Mark Williams says he has no intention of retiring as he returns for his 29th appearance at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.

Sport
‘I’d run the M4 naked’ – Williams targets snooker history
Mark Williams could cause traffic chaos on the motorway if he surpasses Ronnie O’Sullivan as the oldest ever world champion.
Education
Namibia: Kavango West Pupils Barred From Bringing Snacks to Hostel
[Namibian] Pupils at Leevi Hakusembe Senior Secondary School in the Kavango West region have been barred from bringing food to the hostel.
Education
‘Proof’ Review: Ayo Edebiri as a Math Girl, Interrupted
The actress stars as a haunted genius opposite Don Cheadle as her father in David Auburn’s 2001 drama. This revival, though, exposes the play’s lack of rigor.
Education
Are You an International Student Looking for Work?
We want to understand how international students are navigating the current job market in the United States.
Education
Ghana: IGP Urges Lifesaving Skills Training for All Police Officers
[Ghanaian Times] The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has called for the expansion of emergency medical response training to all personnel of the Ghana Police Service, stressing that lifesaving skills were now essential to modern policing.

Lifestyle
SA Navy Festival kicks off today in Simon’s Town
The SA Navy Festival returns to Simon’s Town for a three-day, family-fun-filled showcase. Here’s everything you need to know…

Lifestyle
CAN South Africans legally enter US Mega Millions?
US Mega Millions currently pays out 2 000-times more than our PowerBall, which has South Africans asking if they can get in on the action?

Lifestyle
[Watch] Malema and wife sing ‘Kill The Boer’ after court
EFF leader Julius Malema was joined by his wife Mantoa Matlala for a performance of ‘Kill The Boer’ after his court sentence verdict…

Lifestyle
Malema’s master plan: Why he did NOT go to jail after verdict
Explainer: Why EFF leader Julius Malema did not go straight to jail following his unlawful discharge of a firearm sentence verdict…

Entertainment
Minister explains delays in prosecuting Hangwani Maumela
No charges have been brought against Maumela yet.

Entertainment
Wolvaardt’s Proteas target powerplay improvement in T20 series against India
The Proteas women’s team take on their Indian counterparts in a five-match T20 series starting in Durban on Friday.

Entertainment
Retired Catholic questions Trump crusade against Pope Leo
Raised Catholic but retired I struggle with Church views on abortion. Trump clashes with Pope Leo over Middle East war.

Entertainment
OPINION: Professional road runners need to be assured they will be paid
Elite athletes are still waiting for their prize money from last year’s Soweto Marathon.

Science/Tech
Why Tech Event Travel Gets Complicated Fast Without A Plan
There’s a very specific moment when a tech event trip starts feeling bigger than it looked on the calendar. While sure, traveling with tech should be easier, such as having everything on your phone, that’s about as far as it goes, because when you’re quite literally traveling with a lot of tech, especially to a […]

Science/Tech
Netflix Cofounder And Chairman Reed Hastings To Retire From Board
Netflix cofounder and Chairman Reed Hastings will step down from the company’s board this summer, choosing not to extend his tenure when his current term expires. The streaming giant disclosed in a letter to shareholders that Hastings is exiting to concentrate on “philanthropy and other pursuits.” The news came Thursday as part of Netflix’s first-quarter […]

Science/Tech
Numsa digs in as Eskom wage pact splits unions
NUM and Solidarity have accepted Eskom’s 7% three-year pay offer, but Numsa has declared a deadlock and is demanding more.

Science/Tech
Intel Launches Intel Core Series 3 Processors: Changing The Game For Everyday Computing
Intel today unveiled its new Intel Core™ Series 3 mobile processors, bringing advanced performance, exceptional battery life, and AI-ready to value buyers, commercial and essential edge devices. Purpose-engineered for value, Intel Core Series 3 is built on the proven foundations of Intel Core Ultra Series 3 (code-name Panther Lake) and manufactured on the Intel 18A […]

Motoring
Mahindra planning to upgrade its factory in South Africa
Mahindra is looking to upgrade its bakkie-building plant in South Africa.

Motoring
Every hatchback you can buy under R4,500 per month in South Africa
South Africa only has a handful of cars that cost less than R4,500 per month.
Motoring

Motoring
Indian automaker builds 12,000 vehicles in South Africa
An Indian carmaker with a factory in South Africa recently completed its 12,000th vehicle.

Health
Podcaster advocating for endometriosis awareness
Alexandra Morris said women can be dismissed by doctors when describing symptoms of endometriosis.

Health
Trans woman leaves role with women’s health charity
Steph Richards’ endometriosis charity work was criticised by former Home Secretary Suella Braverman.
Health
Nearly Everyone on ‘The Pitt’ Has Trauma
On top of the daily toll of treating patients, the show’s medical providers bring their own scars to the E.R.
Health
Trump to Nominate Doctor Who Has Publicly Supported Vaccines as C.D.C. Director
Dr. Erica Schwartz is seen as a highly qualified traditional choice and tapping her the strongest signal yet that the administration is veering away from vaccine skepticism this election year.