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Luvuyo Masinda has risen from humble beginnings to lead Standard Bank’s largest and most profitable division, positioning him as a strong contender for the group’s top job.

The BBC’s Anthony Zurcher was in the chamber as the US president delivered a lengthy sales pitch to the nation.

Members of kwaito group Trompies (Mahoota, Spikiri, Donald Duck, and Jakarumba) pass the baton to new-age amapiano musicians Toss, Scotts Maphuma, Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa on their latest project Pantsula For Life.

ACSA says the fire was extinguished after it broke out at the international inner lane.

Only 15 out of a total of 38 arrested suspects have been granted bail so far.

The remote Yonaguni island lies on the frontlines of self-governing Taiwan’s growing tensions with China.

The People’s Party’s hopes were dashed on the rocks of the old-style patronage networks which dominate provincial politics.

Something rare happened Tuesday in the U.K. Parliament: MPs criticized the royals, which 19th century rules prohibit. But an exception was made for disgraced ex-Prince Andrew — and floodgates opened.

The Indian prime minister will meet his Israeli counterpart in Israel this week amid a rapidly shifting geopolitical crisis.

Senegal’s prime minister says it is “regrettable” that 18 of its football fans have been handed prison sentences related to disturbances at the 2025 Afcon final.

Diezani Alison-Madueke denies five counts of accepting bribes and a charge of conspiracy to commit bribery.

The rebuttal was followed by news the police chief was resigning a year before the end of his term.

The men believed they were going to Russia for training as bodyguards but ended up on the front line.

Killarney Mall is being sold in a deal worth R397.5 million, with its owner Octodec looking for new growth projects.

His speech follows years of the firm focusing away from China as it moved its headquarters to Singapore.

Changes announced in the Budget mean domestic energy prices should fall sharply in April.

Warner Bros says the latest proposal could convince it to abandon the deal it struck with Netflix.

Brown Mogotsi says Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala claimed an IPID insider could erase criminal cases

General Sibiya has been linked to Motsumi through alleged middleman Sergeant Fannie Nkosi.

General Sibiya has defended his relationship with Scharnick.

Kyren Wilson makes a trick shot on the final black to win his match against Liu Hongyu at the Welsh Open.

Eddie Howe says Newcastle can “raise their game” and “compete with anybody” after they swept aside Qarabag in the Champions League knockout play-offs to set up a last-16 tie against Barcelona or Chelsea.

The difference between Swansea v Preston and other second-tier matches was that one of the Welsh club’s co-owners happens to be a hip-hop legend.

BBC Sport explores the unfolding security situation in Mexico, as Fifa says it is “closely monitoring” developments before this summer’s World Cup.

Lawsuit is latest action by Trump administration against a university and escalation of president’s feud with California

The justice department sued the University of California, Los Angeles on Tuesday, alleging the university created a hostile work environment for Jewish and Israeli faculty and staff after protests against the war on Gaza broke out across campus.

The lawsuit claims UCLA...

Education leaders and MPs say government needs to be careful about mental health impact on leaders and teachers in already overstretched sector

Teachers and schools face “a huge ask” implementing the government’s special needs proposals affecting hundreds of thousands of children, according to education leaders and MPs who otherwise gave the plans a cautious welcome.

Under the plans unveiled by...

A South African refugee family have bemoaned the offer of soya-based meal kits, after their flight to the US was cancelled…

Steve Hofmeyr is one of several Afrikaner activists who have slammed 60 Minutes’ feature on farm attacks and ‘white genocide’…

A South African massage therapist has been named in fresh international reports linked to former British royal Prince Andrew.

Summer heat can be dangerous for pets. Discover the summer pet care tips to prevent heatstroke, protect paws and keep your dog or cat safe.

As communities protest failing services, Lesufi’s upbeat assessment suggests lowered standards and deepening political detachment from reality.

Passengers are advised to allow additional time for check-in and to follow instructions provided by their respective airlines.

Criminal charges escalate bitter dispute over loans, shares and alleged VAT irregularities after retailer’s dramatic business rescue exit.

Godongwana faces the challenge of ensuring South Africa has enough funds to meet its social and economic needs.

Payments firm Stripe is reportedly considering an acquisition of PayPal or parts of the digital payments pioneer.

The US Justice Department disclosures give fresh clues about how tech companies handle government inquiries about your data.

One Indian and two Chinese car brands have factories in South Africa, and another Chinese carmaker plans to open one in mid-2026.

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has ordered Sanral to find a way to secure the N1.

New contract will require patients in England to be given immediate appointment if needed.