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WATCH LIVE | Khampepe commission into TRC cases
Khampepe commission of inquiry continues in Newtown, Johannesburg, on Wednesday
WEDNESDAY, 20 MAY 2026, 11:00

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Khampepe commission of inquiry continues in Newtown, Johannesburg, on Wednesday

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US Vice-President JD Vance on Tuesday told reporters a US troop deployment to Poland had been delayed, but added it was not accurate to say the troops were being withdrawn from Europe.

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The department of sport, arts and culture was busy processing thousands of objections made to town and city name changes agreed to by the South African Geographical Names Council, minister Gayton Mckenzie said in reply to a question in parliament.

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Goldenrod Group has rushed to court to stop the city’s demolition of Marble Towers
South Africa
SA trains officials to crack down on illegal plastic waste trade at sea
Government has, for the first time, provided international training to officials to equip them with the skills needed to manage the complex global trade in hazardous waste and plastic pollution at sea.
While the government has intensified efforts to curb plastic pollution through stronger waste regulations,...

South Africa
McCloy passed away on Tuesday last week at the Milpark Hospital following heart failure.

South Africa
Police acted on intelligence regarding the whereabouts of the suspects.
South Africa
Eskom says its threat to interrupt electricity to parts of JHB is aimed at recovering debt.

World
President Vladimir Putin is in Beijing for talks with President Xi Jinping, in a closely watched visit that comes just days after President Trump’s high-profile trip to China.

World
A new report finds that global humanitarian aid is failing, with cuts from major donors like the United States and increased attacks on health workers further eroding the system.

World
The former power minister was sentenced to 75 years in jail in absentia earlier this month.

World
Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz faces a deepening crisis as widespread protests and blockades leave the political capital under siege less than six months after he took office.

Africa
Ghana will face fellow West African heavyweights Ivory Coast in qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.

Africa
The government and transport operators are in talks to resolve the dispute over the hike in fuel prices.

Africa
A bank that ceased operations more than two decades ago is seeking compensation from Malawi that could approach a 10th of the country’s annual budget, following a court ruling that regulators illegally revoked its licence

Africa
Key roads have remained largely empty and some schools have asked students to stay at home.

Business
Sharp increases in electricity, petrol and diesel prices in April have sent headline inflation surging, pushing the limit of the South African Reserve Bank’s tolerance band.

Business
SARS will soon require all foreign-registered vehicles to be declared on its systems.

Business
Energy prices were lower due to the government’s energy bill support package and lower wholesale prices before the Iran war.

Business
A consortium including the Public Investment Corporation is looking to acquire Balwin Properties.

Politics
The ANC and DA in Joburg have differing expectations ahead of the State of the City Address

Politics
Nhlamulo Ndhlela was removed as uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) spokesperson on Tuesday.

Politics
Political parties have until Friday to submit names to the National Assembly Speaker.

Politics
Reverend Chikane, says SA’s post-TRC process failed many victims of apartheid-era crimes.

Sport
CSA has said some tickets could still become available for the Proteas’ iconic New Year’s Test at Newlands, even though it is ‘sold out’.

Sport
SA Rugby has congratulated Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus, who was honoured with the National Order of Ikhamanga in Gold by the Presidency.

Sport
Orlando Pirates are reportedly eyeing Lamontville Golden Arrows striker Junior Dion for next season as they look to beef up their squad.

Sport
Unai Emery has the chance to win a fifth Europa League on Wednesday, but where does he rank among the best European trophy winners?
Education
[Nyasa Times] What began as a simple act of compassion by Apostle Clifford Kawinga has now transformed into a life-changing education revolution in one of Dedza’s most remote communities, with enrollment at Natiswe Full Primary School soaring from just 300 learners to an astonishing 1,100.
Education
Education
[263Chat] The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) says teachers across the country are facing worsening living conditions with many struggling to afford transport, healthcare, housing and basic necessities despite being employed full-time.
Education
[GroundUp] All the parents asked is that the state maintain and upgrade the schools
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Adut Akech Bior is excited to be expecting her second baby.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
“There is a misunderstanding because my club didn’t receive the correct information,” said Ngezana.

Entertainment
The former world record holder is in the Mother City to also help establish the marathon as a major on the circuit.
Entertainment

Entertainment
Here’s when you can collect your grant, and how much you will get.

Science/Tech
The company appoints computer engineer Arnold Goldberg as an independent non-executive director.

Science/Tech
Disney+ has hiked the price of its Premium monthly subscription in South Africa by more than 12%.

Science/Tech
The Pan African DataCentres Conference will take place on 23 and 24 June at the Sandton Convention Centre.

Science/Tech
It’s time to have honest, uncomfortable conversations about the human element of modern cyber threats.
Motoring

Motoring
The latest callback only involves the F and none of the lesser RC variants.
Motoring
Motoring

Health
One in 10 women live with adenomyosis yet sufferers say their pain is often dismissed.

Health
Some people say they are “stranded” in hospital, but the NHS denies decisions around their care are driven by costs.

Health
Pre-eclampsia causes more than 70,000 maternal deaths every year worldwide
Health
The prehistoric hominins “apparently were very adept at what we would consider invasive medicine,” said the anthropologist John Olsen.