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The Johannesburg high court has ruled that the arrest and month-long detention of a man accused of attempted murder in 2014 was unlawful.

Roarke Knapp went down to Brandon Thysse after allegedly struggling to breathe.

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The recall targets current and previous generation vehiclesThe National Consumer Commission has announced the product recall of certain Ford Transit and Tourneo Custom models.

The 22-year-old faces 14 counts of murder following the crash in which 14 learners died.

Wacha Mkhukhu Wachumlilo has won the Best Gospel Group award at the Thobela FM Awards.

Residents of Ivory Park have threatened to not participate in the elections.

The enquiry is probing his fitness to hold office.

The country rock artist posted footage on Saturday of himself saluting the aircraft from his outdoor pool.

California has renamed Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day after the labour-rights icon was accused of sexual abuse.

Drivers are queuing for hours at petrol stations in Myanmar as the Iran war continues to send shockwaves across the globe.

Regulator eSafety says it has concerns about how Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube are complying with the ban.

Victims describe how they have been targeted while carrying out everyday activities.

The raid led to revenge attacks in Jos, with 22 reported dead so far in one of the most volatile parts of the country.

Veron Mosengo-Omba, a controversial figure, leaves at a turbulent time for African football.

The craze for collecting ants takes Kenya by surprise as smugglers zone in to make a profit.

The Department of Home Affairs has announced a further extension of its long-standing visa concession until 30 June 2027.

New electricity tariff increases are compounding the financial challenges South African households are facing.

The deadline for the committee’s lifespan is on Tuesday.

Loyiso Masuku defeated Dada Morero to become ANC’s Johannesburg regional chairperson.

The party some challenges remain, especially with the inconsistency of the membership system.

High Court in an electronic court order uploaded on caselines dismissed the part A application.

BBC Sport looks at why the Canadian Premier League is trialling Arsene Wenger’s ‘daylight’ offside rule in 2026.

Ghana dismiss manager Otto Addo, 72 days before the start of the 2026 World Cup, following a run of defeats.

Gary Dicker and Steven Naismith explain why Scotland picked Charlotte FC as their World Cup base.

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Clowns in Bolivia are upset by mandate that stops schools hosting events from which they earn a living

Dozens of clowns have marched through the streets of Bolivia’s capital to protest against a government decree that limits extracurricular activities in schools, threatening their livelihoods.

Wearing full face paint and their signature red noses, the clowns gathered on Monday in front of the...

Thousands of foreign nationals in South Africa are about to lose their legal status when visa concessions cease on 31 March 2026 …

Princess Beatrice is reportedly considering a move to the US following the scandal surrounding her father, Andrew’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company’s ‘Local is Lekker’ discounted ticket special has been extended until next month.

Toyota has announced a comprehensive update to the iconic Land Cruiser 70 Series range, headlined by the introduction of a standard service plan across the entire line-up.

The ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran has triggered global oil price shocks.

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Unions and farmers urge government to slash fuel levies as rising prices and shortages threaten jobs, food supply and economic stability.

Huawei’s investment in R&D, combined with BNI’s customer-centric approach, lets companies modernise their infrastructure, improve operational efficiency and enhance business resilience.

Smollan Technologies unites Argility, DataOrbis, Cquential, Chirp, FleetDomain, Mediametrics and Skydata into one integrated company.

The South African VOIP market continues to grow, but its success will depend on how well service providers adapt to the changing needs of resellers and their customers.

With rising prices, fluctuating interest rates, and constant changes to credit requirements, structuring finance correctly is as important as choosing the right car.

The Bram Fischer International Airport is getting much-needed upgrades.

The all-new, 7-seater Mitsubishi Destinator has arrived in South Africa.

Researchers says millions of people globally could be carriers of the faulty gene behind the disorder.

David Slater, 72, says ministers need to step up and sort out issues with the medication.

Claire Harkin believes the experiences of people who are supporting loved ones with an addiction can be overlooked.