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EU proposes curbs on trade with Israel over Gaza war
Despite the forceful language, the measures appear unlikely to pass and have been condemned by Israel.

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LIVE: Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid – UEFA Champions League
Follow our live build-up with breaking team news ahead of our full text commentary stream of the Anfield football match.

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Search for ancient Egyptian gold bracelet missing from Cairo museum
A photo of the 3,000-year-old bracelet has been sent to airports, seaports and border crossings to stop it being smuggled out of the country.

South Africa
Hawks raid Polokwane Municipality offices amid corruption allegations
A team from the investigative unit has engaged with officials from the municipality.

South Africa
Keeping AI On The Right Side Of Cybersecurity
AI now sits on both sides of the cybersecurity coin. Criminals use it to automate phishing, while defenders rely on it to spot the tiny anomalies humans miss. South African organisations might be tempted to jump in as quickly as possible, but questions of accountability and governance must come first. “AI isn’t going away, so […]

South Africa
Navigating The Complexities Of AI In The GRC Landscape
Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) is an essential part of sustainable business, helping organisations to manage risk, keep up to date with legislation and ensure that processes are well managed. One of the biggest challenges, however, has always been finding the right skills, as well as in adapting to the changing regulatory landscape. Artificial Intelligence […]

South Africa
OpenText Summit Africa 2025 Highlights AI, Cloud, and Secure Data Future
OpenText hosted its Summit Africa 2025 in Sandton on Sept. 4, bringing together customers, partners, and thought leaders to explore how AI, cloud, and secure information management are transforming organisations. Vice-President Tsepa Ramoriting said the event was about “connecting OpenText with its customers” and stressed the importance of skills development and securing structured and...

World
Obama says US faces ‘political crisis’ after killing of Charlie Kirk
The former president criticised the response to the shooting by President Trump, who has vowed to tackle “radical leftists”.
World
News24 | Thousands rally in Kurdish Syria demanding decentralisation as Damascus talks stall
Thousands of people in Kurdish-controlled northeastern Syria rallied on Wednesday in support of their autonomous administration and called for decentralisation as negotiations with Damascus over the region’s future stall.
World
News24 | Violence against intersex people in EU rising, demanding an ‘urgent response’, says rights group
Intersex people are increasingly facing violence and harassment, the EU rights agency said on Wednesday, adding levels were “alarming” as disinformation “campaigns” target them.

World
Greetings from American University of Beirut, where more than 1,000 cats roam
Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR’s international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.

Africa
Chebet focused on ‘crazy dream’ of historic double in Tokyo
Kenya’s Beatrice Chebet is aiming to become just the third woman to clinch a 5,000m-10,000m double at the World Athletics Championships.

Africa
Gunmen kill 22 after shooting at baptism ceremony in Niger – reports
Niger’s army has failed to contain the jihadist insurgency, with dozens killed in recent attacks.

Africa
Fears balloon of a return to civil war in South Sudan over treason trial
The political rift that could spiral into conflict again after the vice-president was accused of treason.

Africa
Mpina’s removal from Tanzania’s presidential race boosts Samia’s reelection chances
Tanzania’s 2025 general elections campaign has taken a dramatic turn after the removal of the Alliance for Change and Transparency (ACT Wazalendo) party’s candidate — former minister and outspoken legislator Luhaga Mpina — from the presidential race. The decision announced by the National Electoral Commission (NEC) is widely seen as strengthening President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s […]

Business
The South African who went from being a security guard to managing over R7 billion
Zwelakhe Mnguni went from a job as a security guard to co-founding an asset management company that today oversees around R7.2 billion in assets.

Business
Former Springbok captain’s company sold to security giant headed by another former Springbok
Springbok legend John Smit is the CEO of SSG Holdings, which is being sold to Fidelity Services Group, whose CEO, Wahl Bartmann, is also a former Springbok.
Business

Business
Dell Technologies Forum 2025 showcases the future of AI and innovation
This year’s event is set to take place at the Kyalami International Convention Centre on 6 November 2025.

Politics
Mchunu unauthorised to disband political killings team: Mkhwanazi
The Political Killings Task Team is at the centre of the Madlanga Commission Inquiry.

Politics
Mkhwanazi warns of total collapse of criminal justice system
Mkhwanazi says there should be some intervention in the criminal justice system to avert collapse.

Politics
Mkhwanazi defends motives for going public to expose systemic issues
Motau says in phase three, Mkhwanazi will be recalled back, where his testimony will be tested.

Politics
MKP calls for postponement of Madlanga Commission
The MK Party has questioned the timing of the commission’s commencement

Sport
Should Kaizer Chiefs beg Gavin Hunt to return to Naturena?
In bombshell news on Wednesday afternoon Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly sacked their Tunisian head coach Nasreddine Nabi.

Sport
Red Roses attack coach defends route-one tries as France lie in wait
England have not come close to realising their potential at the Rugby World Cup, despite four resounding wins, says attack coach Lou Meadows

Sport
‘It’s been a bleak couple of years, this is like a gold to me’ – Wightman on 1500m silver
Great Britain’s Jake Wightman reacts to his silver medal in the men’s 1500m at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.

Sport
Orlando Pirates confirm NEW jersey numbers and squad for CAFCL
A number of Orlando Pirates players will be wearing a new jersey number during the 2025/26 CAF Champions League campaign.

Education
‘The storm for Lear is inside him’: Crossing choppy seas to bring Shakespeare to Isles of Scilly
RSC touring troupe stage King Lear in a school hall on St Mary’s before continuing to the Isle of Wight
“Blow, winds, and crack your cheeks! Rage! Blow!” King Lear, Act III, Scene 2
A fierce wind and strong swell had turned the Atlantic into a rollercoaster and when the troupe made landfall on the Isles of Scilly, several members felt rather wobbly and looked a little green around the gills.
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Education
South Africa: Cybersecurity Training Needs Urgent Overhaul
[Daily Maverick] As the nature and complexity of cyber threats rapidly evolves, companies have realised that they must look beyond purely tech solutions and equip their employees with the skills to safeguard the business against attack. However, Mimecast has found that while 86% of organisations now train employees at least quarterly to identify and report threats, a […]
Education
East Africa: Uganda Moves to Bar Unqualified Lecturers From EAC Universities
[Nile Post] The Ministry of Education has signaled a decisive shift in its approach to higher education, issuing a strong warning to universities and colleges across the country regarding the quality of instruction.
Education
As Partisans Battle Over History, Former Presidents Try Another Tack
An essay series led by the archivist whom President Trump fired will feature voices from across the political spectrum, including those of George W. Bush and Barack Obama.

Lifestyle
Princess Charlene promotes animal protection in Monaco
Princess Charlene of Monaco launched the charity book ‘It’s A Dog’s Life Monaco’ celebrating the Principality’s love for animals.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Donald Trump welcomed by British royals at Windsor Castle
Donald and Melania Trump began a rare second state visit to the United Kingdom on Wednesday with a royal welcome at Windsor Castle.

Lifestyle
Activist group targets Donald Trump with giant protest
Activists marked Donald Trump’s second UK visit with large protests, projecting giant images of him and Jeffrey Epstein on to Windsor Castle.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment

Entertainment
Jesse Clegg and Msaki to drop first single from joint project featuring Sjava
The single will be released this Friday.

Science/Tech
Eskom gets green light to sell staff debt
Eskom must dispose of its non-core assets, such as its Home Loan Book, as a condition of its debt relief programme.

Science/Tech
CambriLearn: South Africa’s #1-Rated Online School, Enrol by 31 October to Lock In 2025 Fees
Parents want two things for 2026: a trusted, recognised school path and a calmer routine that delivers results.

Science/Tech
The Formula 1 journey of Sebastian Vettel
Sebastian Vettel is one of the most successful and admired drivers in Formula 1 history. His journey through the sport is marked by talent, determination, and an enduring passion for racing. You can always enjoy sports betting Zambia with 1xbet.com.zm/en on other fantastic Formula 1 drivers too. Vettel’s Formula 1 career began in 2007 when […]

Science/Tech
R400-billion electricity crisis in South Africa
Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says that collectively, South African municipalities are owed R400 billion.
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
Black styling pack handed to Ford Ranger XLT and Everest Sport
Fully approved by the Blue Oval, the appearance packages are dealer-fitted options available before a vehicle’s delivery.
Motoring

Health
AI can forecast your future health – just like the weather
An artificial intelligence model can predict the risk of more than 1,000 diseases, a team of scientists say.

Health
IT issues expected to continue for second day at hospitals
The majority of planned surgery and out-patient hospital appointments are being cancelled for Thursday.
Health
Trump Wants States to Force More Drug Users Into Rehab: What to Know
The president wants to enforce involuntary commitment laws for severe drug use. But rehab is expensive, without enough beds for those who seek it.
Health
Surgeon General Nominee Pledges to Divest From Wellness Interests
In financial filings, Casey Means stated that she would liquidate holdings in companies that sell personal devices, supplements, tobacco and tech.
Nature
News24 Business | Joburg power cut threat: Eskom and City still talking, Ramokgopa pushes for payment plan
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
News24 Business | Nick Hedley | A new study links culprits to climate change costs: a reckoning for polluters?
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
News24 Business | International Partners Group | Backing SA’s green future with over R2bn for just transition projects
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
News24 Business | SEE | These blocks made of recycled glass, building waste, may soon be found throughout SA
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.