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The government expects to increase South Africa’s tax-to-GDP ratio to its highest level in history, which means it will take more money from citizens than ever before.

The remarks came amid a row over the refusal to permit the use of UK bases for the initial US-Israel strikes.

New Zealand stand between SA and second T20 World Cup final

Madlanga Inquiry is probing the infiltration of the criminal justice system by syndicates.

The Department of Agriculture was briefing the portfolio committee on foot -and-mouth disease

This was revealed the release of the crime statistics for the province for third quarter

President Trump criticized the U.K. over its stance on the war on Iran, as he praised and welcomed Germany’s chancellor to the White House.

Iran’s supreme leader is dead, but the regime endures. Iran scholar Mehrzad Boroujerdi walks through how the leadership succession could unfold.

The Cypriot government suspects the Iran-backed group Hezbollah in Lebanon targeted the UK’s RAF Akrotiri base in Cyprus.

A project to introduce unmanned sites is part of a broader adoption of digital technologies.

Rwanda accused Washington’s move as “one sided” and politically motivated.

Conservative clerics are meeting in Nigeria to choose a rival to the first female Archbishop of Canterbury.

Ian von Memerty had documented his choice to die in a 15-part Facebook series.

The Cabinet has approved sweeping amendments to South Africa’s key labour laws, including changes to the Labour Relations Act and the Basic Conditions of Employment Act.

The conflict in the Middle East has rattled financial markets and global energy prices have soared.

Wages are forecast to go up over the next five years but you could pay more tax because of frozen thresholds.

The US President said he was taking steps to keep energy supplies flowing as oil prices continued to surge.

Deputy National Police Commissioner Lt General Mosikili outlines her role in the disbandment of PKTT

JUST IN: Congress of the People (COPE) leader Mosiuoa Lekota has passed away.

Ramaphosa says the focus must shift to encouraging investment and economic growth

General Mosikili has not been able to confirm the infiltration of SAPS by drug cartels.

A well-known Springbok who has been plying his trade overseas is apparently set to return home in an exciting move.

Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt hopes her England team can create their own “Euros moment” at the home T20 World Cup this summer.

League One strugglers Port Vale cause a cup upset as they beat Championship side Bristol City 1-0 in extra-time at Vale Park to book their place in the FA Cup fifth round for the first time in 30 years.

Barcelona to step up efforts for Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven, Bruno Fernandes future at Manchester United depends on Champions League qualification, Aston Villa keen on Fulham’s Harry Wilson, plus more.

Literacy experts say move comes over cost concerns and fears costumes can detract from reading for pleasure

Schools in England are moving away from pupils dressing up as their favourite literary characters for World Book Day, with experts telling MPs they feared the costs of costumes undermined efforts to increase reading for pleasure.

Jonathan Douglas, chief executive of the National Literacy...

30-year-old Ali Sonday was eliminated on ‘Masterchef South Africa’ after his pan went up in flames on the latest episode of the series.

March started on a good note for South African fashion designer Gert-Johan Coetzee, whose dress was worn by Skai Jackson.

Shashi Naidoo’s comments about the conflict in the Middle East, particularly involving Iran, has caused a stir online…

The DA’s Joburg mayoral candidate Helen Zille has trolled Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi in a billboard unveiled amid her campaign.

The ANC’s inept governance will play right into Zille’s and Mphiti’s hands.

He had been battling ill health.

Walkouts, budget controversies, and calls for action against CFO Mnisi set the stage for a tense week in Tshwane.

Could the Rugby Championship be played at the same time as the Six Nations?

A rare total lunar eclipse on Tuesday night resulted in a spectacular blood moon, seen first in Western Australia, then in parts of Asia, Europe and across North America. The next total eclipse will be New Year’s Eve 2028

From sacred sisters to hyper-sexualised models: PhotoVogue festival – in pictures

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Cape Town’s plan to build a new barrier along its most dangerous road has been criticized for “Apartheid-style spatial logic” meant to hide poverty.

A major political party is pushing for a price cap on airline tickets in South Africa.

One bakkie in South Africa sold an average of 120 units per day this February.

The TV presenter shares how counselling has given her new perspectives on life.

Emma-Louise Amanshia speaks to Anya Aggarwal, a mental health clinician who helps people using the Wysa AI chatbot.