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Top expat destination nets R118 million from rejected student visas
A popular destination for South African expats is pocketing millions in non-refundable student visa fees following a major policy shift.
THURSDAY, 07 MAY 2026, 14:37

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A popular destination for South African expats is pocketing millions in non-refundable student visa fees following a major policy shift.

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Nathan Gothard knocked David Darke to the ground days before Christmas last year.

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Abdeslam Ouaddou had a shaky start to his career at Orlando Pirates but he is now on the brink of a long-standing club history!
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At least 71 minibus taxis and 84 private vehicles were classified as discontinued pending repairs

South Africa
Adams made his first appearance in the Pinetown Magistrate’s Court on Thursday.

South Africa
Alleged underworld kingpin Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala appeared at the High Court in Johannesburg.
South Africa
Cabinet approves early childhood development and other bills
Cabinet has approved a series of legislative measures aimed at strengthening early childhood development at a time that the country marks Child Protection Month.Cabinet approved the submission of the Children’s Act Amendment Bill, 2026 to Parliament.Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said the proposed bill...

South Africa
NCC leader Fadiel Adams has appeared in court on charges linked to alleged interference…

World
The announcement follows recent ousting of several top officials in China’s military.

World
Iran is reviewing the Trump administration’s latest proposal to end the war. And, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is meeting Pope Leo XIV amid President Trump’s harsh criticism of him.
World
Across six locations in Indonesia, NPR spoke with locals about how nickel mining is changing the land and daily life. It’s brought jobs, but also concerns about environmental damage and public health.

World
The dozens of passengers, including the wife of a Dutch man who died, left the cruise ship during a stop at the British territory, the Dutch foreign ministry said on Thursday.

Africa
“If the people want me to have a third term, I will accept,” Tshisekedi says, with him due to step down in 2028.

Africa
The baby hippo, which has been named Bumpy, was found clinging to its lifeless mother at a lake.

Africa
DNA tests are underway to confirm whether remains found inside the crocodile match that of a missing man.

Africa
Sudan’s foreign minister says Ethiopia and UAE has chosen the “wrong path” and would regret it.

Business
Alexander Bay was founded over 100 years ago in the extreme north-west of the country near the mouth of the Orange River.

Business
South Africa’s trading landscape is expanding rapidly, driven by a new generation of financial enthusiasts entering the market with increasing confidence and curiosity.

Business
A prominent law firm has noted that rising fuel and energy costs are putting flexible work arrangements back on the agenda for South African employers.
Business

Politics
Members of Parliament are expected to propose ways to balance work and campaigns ahead of elections

Politics
Mashale, says the arrest of Fadiel Adams and the raiding of properties linked to him were unlawful

Politics
Fadiel Adams is accused of interfering with investigations into Sindiso Magaqa’s murder.

Politics
Michalakis was elected during the party’s caucus meeting today.

Sport
The inquest into the death of former Women’s Super League football manager Matt Beard is delayed over concerns raised by his family about alleged “bullying”.

Sport
Kilmarnock goalkeeper Max Stryjek reveals how he has been living with a ticking time bomb of heart trouble for a decade but never had any doubts he would recover from last year’s surgery.

Sport
Climbing is the biggest winner among a number of sports benefiting from millions of pounds of additional funding as UK Sport bids to boost Britain’s medal hopes at the Los Angeles Games in 2028.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs have started to find a bit more rhythm in front of goal as the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season nears its conclusion.
Education
[Capital FM] Nairobi — President William Ruto has revealed that a recent audit in the education sector has uncovered widespread irregularities involving “ghost learners” in public schools across the country.
Education
[Liberian Observer] The Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy Liberia office has launched a Sub-Regional Democracy School for Youth of Political Parties aimed at strengthening democratic participation and political education among young Liberians across the country.
Education
Here are ways Florida’s advanced high school history program, which students can use for college credit, differs from other curriculums.
Education
A confluence of factors is causing public schools in New York and across the country to experience dramatic reductions in enrollment.

Lifestyle
Nokuthula Dlamini, a recent graduate from UKZN, shared that she celebrated her graduation without stressing her mother over a new dress.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
In a fast-food move that blends humour and marketing flair, McDonald’s in New Zealand has launched a creation dubbed the McMullet.

Entertainment
The Cape-based side are currently top of the URC pile and will want to remain there after the weekend’s action.

Entertainment
Several dams across the Garden Route and Central Karoo reached or exceeded full capacity within hours.

Entertainment
The actress completed an over 4 200-metre skydive in Cape Town.

Entertainment
Creator coach and personal branding strategist Lebo Lion breaks down the essential skills, mindset shifts, and hard truths every aspiring content creator in South Africa needs to hear.

Science/Tech
Sleep Number’s new model leans plush, but its smart support might convert even die-hard firmness fans.

Science/Tech
Broadcaster-only election rules leave South Africa exposed to the AI-driven disinformation already shaping votes elsewhere.

Science/Tech
Cabinet has condemned the viral circulation of fake videos and images claiming to be of attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa. “The fake videos and images… are intended to undermine the good reputation of South Africa internationally and undermine South Africa’s pursuit of a better Africa agenda. “South Africans are within their right to […]

Science/Tech
The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) says there has been a significant decline in fraudulent learner licence passes, following the introduction of computerised testing systems at licensing centres across South Africa. The computerised learner licence testing system, introduced in 2021, was implemented to combat widespread fraud and corruption in the issuing of learner driver licences,...
Motoring

Motoring
The new JMC Vigus is one of the most affordable double-cab bakkies in South Africa.

Motoring
Airlink is looking for 82 passengers that may have been exposed to the Hantavirus on a recent flight.

Motoring
One Chinese car saw a massive jump in sales this April.

Health
Some passengers potentially exposed to hantavirus have already taken flights to numerous countries.
Health
The health agency has been particularly strict in abolishing at-home work, overriding accommodations that were granted years before the pandemic.

Health
A British man is among three evacuees sent to the Netherlands after displaying symptoms while aboard the MV Hondius.

Health
Rapper Professor Green, real name Stephen Manderson, has long been open about his mental health difficulties and has joined up with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy which reports seven in 10 men don’t seek support until they hit crisis point.