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Two more men charged with Primrose Hill murder
Finbar Sullivan, 21, died after being stabbed at the London beauty spot on 7 April
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Finbar Sullivan, 21, died after being stabbed at the London beauty spot on 7 April

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The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the Pretoria high court on Wedesday.

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EFF leader Julius Malema is appearing in the KuGumpo City magistrate’s court for sentencing proceedings on Wednesday.

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South Africa
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria.
South Africa
Jeep Track at Lion’s Head to temporarily close
South African National Parks (SANParks) has informed the public that the Jeep Track at Lion’s Head will be temporarily closed to facilitate essential maintenance.
The closure will take effect from 20 April 2026 and is expected to remain in place until 20 June 2026, subject to project completion timelines and weather...

South Africa
All municipalities and water boards in the province have been invited to appear before the SAHRC.

South Africa
The accused former lawyers withdrew their services due to non-payment.

World
“How do I check that it’s not a hoax?” said Ari Hodara. The Parisian art enthusiast could not believe his luck when he found out he’d won a Pablo Picasso painting worth $1 million.

World
The 19-year-old is the first person to be charged under a new national law.

World
“How do I know this isn’t a prank?” the winner asked when he answered a video call from Christie’s auction house in Paris.

World
Tighter rules, rising costs and visa risks are forcing Indian students to rethink studying in Canada.

Africa
Roelf Meyer played a key role as a negotiator during talks to end white-minority rule in South Africa.

Africa
Diesel prices rise by a record margin despite a reduction in value added tax.

Africa
As the conflict enters its fourth year, journalist Mohamed Suleiman shudders at what has been lost.

Africa
The separatists say their decison reflects responsibility, restraint and respect for human dignity.

Business
A court case against Home Affairs’ 6,500% increase to its Online Verification Service has been withdrawn.
Business

Business
Iconic South African water tank supplier Jojo has declared force majeure, telling customers it has been forced to raise prices by 31% in response to the global energy crisis.

Business
In the 1990s, Harvard Business School professor Clayton Christensen coined the term “disruptive innovation”.

Politics
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the appointment on Tuesday.

Politics
The TRC Cases Inquiry is taking place in Newtown, Johannesburg.

Politics
The Madlanga Commission continues hearing witness testimony on Wednesday.

Politics
EFF leader Julius Malema is set to appear for the final heads of arguments for pre-sentencing.

Sport
Three sides are battling for the Scottish title this season, but when was the last time there such a close contest?

Sport
Thirty-one teams have reached the Champions League semi-finals since the tournament’s rebrand in 1992-93.

Sport
Northern Ireland aren’t known for scoring a flurry of goals in games with just one in their past six matches prior to their World Cup qualifier against Malta.

Sport
Orlando Pirates have added another exciting young talent to their development pipeline with the signing of Thapelo ‘Sugar’ Duiker from the James Mothibi Sports Academy.

Education
Often referred to as the “dyslexia of numbers”, dyscalculia is thought to affect one in 20 people.
Education
[Leadership] The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the Federal Government and Plateau State Government over the abduction of a University of Jos (UNIJOS) student, John Arum, warning of a nationwide protest and shutdown of socio-economic and academic activities if urgent action was not taken to rescue him.

Education
Massachusetts liberal arts college laments ‘heartbreaking reality’ and says financial pressures to blame
A Massachusetts liberal arts college is set to close permanently due to low enrollment and financial problems.
The board of trustees of Hampshire College, a small liberal arts school in Amherst founded in 1965, pointed to “financial pressures” that have been “compounded by shifting...
Education
Hundreds of small private colleges like Hampshire have closed in recent years as financial pressures and competition for students increase.

Lifestyle
Durban is about to go topsy-turvy with the Museum of Illusions in town.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
As fuel prices increase and the cost of living continues to rise, many South Africans have turned to carpooling as a way to manage daily travel expenses.

Lifestyle
As the world commemorates the 114th anniversary of the ‘Titanic’ sinking, we also remember the South Africans who were aboard the ship.

Entertainment
“It is part of our season,” said Slot.

Entertainment
“We’ll go into it with all our hope, with total belief. We know the strengths we have and our flaws,” said Simeone.

Entertainment
Former Springbok and Bulls coach Jake White has left his position as consultant at top school, Selborne College.

Entertainment
Sean Van Zyl of Old Mutual Personal Finance has mapped out two scenarios to compare the ‘real cost’ of constant withdrawals over a five-year period.

Science/Tech
Researchers identify wrecks at the bottom of the sea from as far back as fifth century BC, from Europe and beyond
Spanish archaeologists exploring the bay that curves between the southern port of Algeciras and the Rock of Gibraltar have documented the wrecks of more than 30 ships that came to grief near the Pillars of Hercules between the fifth century BC and the second world war.
Over the...

Science/Tech
Telecoms lobby group ACT has warned of security vulnerabilities and accused Icasa of dodging the real broadband bottleneck.
Science/Tech
Amazon is buying satellite communications company Globalstar for $10.8 billion to expand its Leo satellite-internet network and compete more directly with SpaceX’s Starlink. The deal also includes a partnership with Apple to support satellite connectivity for iPhones and Apple Watches, with Amazon planning voice, data, and messaging services starting in 2028. The New York Times reports: Leo was...

Science/Tech
ICT cost unpredictability is one of the biggest headaches for SMEs, making financial planning difficult and keeping business owners awake at night.
Motoring

Motoring
Jetour has added a new plug-in hybrid option to the popular T1 Adventure SUV in South Africa.

Motoring
Abu Dhabi’s National Oil Company is in talks to buy all of Shell’s petrol stations in South Africa.

Motoring
Ford has overhauled the Ranger series in South Africa, adding a new option for bakkie fans looking for something different.
Health
Dr. Thomas Shaknovsky tried to persuade his colleagues in the operating room that the liver he removed from a 70-year-old patient was a spleen, according to Florida’s Health Department.
Health
If you are on the fence, or have already made a decision, we want to hear about it.

Health
The third report from the inquiry into the government’s handling of the pandemic says the NHS was close to collapse.
Health
Live animal markets and the illegal sale of wildlife pose particular dangers, but any sale of wild animals or animal products poses spillover risks, a new study suggests.