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A taxi driver has been arrested for reckless and negligent driving after he hit a runner at the Soweto Marathon on Sunday morning, organisers have confirmed.

Four men will appear in the Kempton Park magistrate’s court after they were arrested at the OR Tambo international airport in connection with the Russia-Ukraine military recruitment scandal

Experts warned that beautifully staged homes can conceal costly structural or maintenance issues, making it essential for South Africans to conduct thorough inspections before purchasing.

Pablo Eggs-Go-Bar became a popular gem in Johannesburg until it closed in 2020, but the restaurant owner, a famous bassist, was determined to make a comeback.

The surge has swallowed large trees, leaving only their tops visible. 

The Minister Manamela says he wants to rebuild trust between students and the department

The study highlights the urgent need to strengthen newborn eye-care programmes.

Judges Matter is calling for the immediate suspension of Judge Portia Phahlane

It is the first time Leo has attended a Muslim place of worship since he took up the papacy in May.

Afghans seeking asylum say they’re stuck in a hellish limbo as all migration suspended to the U.S.

Aviation regulators have ordered urgent inspections of the Airbus A320 family of jets. The order follows a JetBlue plane’s experience of an uncontrolled “pitch down” event last month.

A widening corruption scandal has forced the resignation of Ukraine’s second most powerful person.

Zambia’s government is accused of ‘hypocrisy’ as fallout from ex-president’s death deepens.

The defendants were accused of attempting a coup – but human rights groups say the trial was politically motivated.

A South African allegedly recruited to fight for Russia recounts the horrors of war in Ukraine via voice notes.

The country faces many deadly security challenges, leaving the army and police severely overstretched.

Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers’ rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.

A new list using data from insurance and tracking companies has identified 10 cars targeted by hijackers in South Africa, which include new targets.

One South African family are intimately tied to two of the country’s biggest retailers.

South Africans have gained visa-free access to another notable country.

The KZN Legislature is expected to debate the motion brought by the MK Party, January

EFF welcomes Parliament’s adoption of motion for the establishment of an inquiry into violent crimes

Mashatile says he’s confident that other G20 countries will support SA’s continued membership.

This stems from the 2022 criminal complaint about the stolen dollars at Phala Phala.

Orlando Pirates have overtaken Mamelodi Sundowns on top of the league after a composed 2-0 win over Durban City at the Moses Mabhida Stadium.

Brighton apologise for “any offence caused in China” caused by a post on social media that featured an image of a Japanese World War Two soldier.

Kaizer Chiefs’ CAF Confederation Cup ambition has suffered another blow after a 1-1 draw against Zamelek SC at the Peter Mokaba Stadium.

Former champion hurdler Constitution Hill falls once again as Golden Ace wins the Fighting Fifth Hurdle at Newcastle.

Rachel Kolisi, the estranged wife of Springboks captain Siya Kolisi, shared an update on her life, following their split.

Majid Jordan and Gunna will be coming to South Africa this January to perform at the Milk + Cookies Festival along with other artists.

Checkers is rooting for another sweet Springboks victory against their final opponents for the year – Wales…

An Afrikaner ‘refugee’ questioned if they are permitted to return to SA on vacation after fleeing the country as a result of ‘persecution’.

Evidence Makgopa opened the scoring for the Buccaneers in the first half, before Patrick Maswanganyi in the second half.

Mpho Gladys Nkhobo’s body was discovered by her 10-year-old son on Saturday with a knife still embedded in her chest.

Among those arrested is reportedly a senior media personality, though further details about the suspects’ identities have not been disclosed at this stage.

Mohamed Sobhy spills Dillon Solomons’ cross into his own net.

Here are the best deals on screens from Hisense, TCL, Samsung, Sony, and more this shopping holiday.

Our Reviews team has scoured the entire internet to find the best Black Friday deals on gear we’ve tested and approved.

Branch is offering up to 25 percent off sitewide now through December 3. Snag our top office chair or standing desk recommendations at a bargain.

One company in South Africa has repaired more than 320,000 potholes in Johannesburg.

Airlines across the world cancelled hundreds of flights and scrambled to adjust schedules, as a major Airbus software glitch threatened to derail a crucial holiday travel season. 

Nearly half of all the Toyota passenger cars sold in South Africa are not Toyota models.

Deputy mayor Ceri Cawley plans to start a support group for women with endometriosis.

Everything you need to know about the decision on who should be screened for prostate cancer