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A man has been arrested and is in custody following the incident, police said.

Trump signed the Republican bill ending the longest US government shutdown, resuming funding until the end of January.

Foreign Minister Therese Wagner challenges Rwanda’s commitment to peace as talks continue and troops remain in DR Congo.

Another man was wounded and was taken to the hospital for medical treatment.

Musicians marched to SAMRO offices in Johannesburg, demanding action over alleged corruption.

Two suspects in Westbury shooting face added firearm charges; case delayed for ID parade.

A former police officer was experiencing problems and acted on a traditional healer’s instructions.

Israel deported more than 150 freed Palestinian prisoners last month. Some experts in Israel warn it could have long-term consequences for Israeli security.

Iran is suffering its worst drought in decades, brought on by lack of rain, government mismanagement and crumbling infrastructure. The government warns it may have to evacuate its capital, Tehran.

Exam results from areas which dropped English have declined, the education minister says, announcing the U-turn.

Russian recruitment networks are targeting Kenyans with fake job offers, authorities say.

Bol Mel, who is sanctioned by the US for alleged corruption, had been tipped as Kiir’s successor.

Trump said it was a “total disgrace” that South Africa was hosting this month’s summit.

The Fine Water Company is running the world’s first Fine Water Tasting Room at The Library at Lanzerac, charging R295 per person for a fine water tasting session.

SARS is setting its sights squarely on the illicit economy in South Africa, which it says has grown to staggering levels.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said he would close the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) if it were up to him.

The committee is investigating allegations of criminal infiltration, corruption, and interference.

Mkhwanazi is at the centre of allegations of infiltration of criminal syndicates within the metro.

The Judicial Commission of Inquiry into criminality, political interference and corruption.

Six-time Race to Dubai winner Rory McIlroy tightens his grip on another title with an impressive opening round in the UAE.

Keep track of the live scoring as the Proteas take on India in the first Test, which gets underway at Eden Gardens on Friday.

Mack Hansen returns from injury to be named at full-back for Ireland’s match against Australia, while Sam Prendergast is selected at fly-half.

James Anderson says he still has “plenty to offer” having signed a one-year deal to remain with Lancashire at the age of 43.

University of Tokyo scientists uncover how DNA damage links hair greying and cancer risk, and why grey hair may protect you.

An X post by the Institute o Race Relations (IRR) has received backlash. Here’s what they said about the Springbok star…

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In 1995, South Africans could buy several cars from luxury brands like Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Volvo for less than the price of the country’s most affordable car in 2025.

The Drinks Federation of South Africa (DF-SA) commends the Minister of Finance’s unequivocal identification of the illicit alcohol trade as a critical threat to South Africa’s economy in his mid-term budget speech. “South Africa faces a problem of illicit trade that threatens our economy, endangers consumers, and robs the fiscus of billions in revenue,” the […]

Epic journey to 2 876km summit shows EVs can tackle toughest terrain in the eland.

GWM gives SUV “fresh energy” by virtue of various styling and tech upgrades.

Resident doctors in England are striking between 14 and 19 November, in their 13th walkout since 2023.

At the end of September, the backlog stood at 7.39 million in England.

The health secretary launches strongest criticism yet of the union ahead of Friday’s strike by resident doctors.