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Very hot to extremely hot weather triggers severe fire danger warning in SA
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Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Monday, 16 February 2026.
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US Justice Department records detail Jeffrey Epstein’s links to South Africa, including references to business contacts and efforts to recruit South Africans staff and models. There is no indication that the business figures named were involved in wrongdoing. The files place South Africa within Epstein’s broader international network. Daily Maverick senior journalist Rebecca Davis explains.
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Johannesburg’s water problems offer an obvious route to a win for Helen Zille and the DA, thanks to the ANC’s poor handling of the situation.
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JERUSALEM, Feb 15 (Reuters) – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday he told U.S. President Donald Trump last week that any U.S. deal with Iran must include the dismantling of Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, not just stopping the enrichment process.

South Africa
Authorities have urged farmers to contact local veterinarian in suspicion of Foot and Mouth Disease.

South Africa
Only 13% of chief executives in Africa are willing to tolerate high risk in innovation projects, even as 55% say innovation is critical to their business strategy, according to a new survey by PwC. The findings highlight a widening gap between ambition and execution among business leaders across the continent. PwC’s 29th Global CEO Survey, […]

South Africa
Radio broadcasters in South Africa’s Eastern Cape say the responsible use of artificial intelligence could help grow audiences and make radio content more appealing, particularly to younger listeners. Their views come as broadcasters around the world mark World Radio Day. This year’s theme, “Radio and Artificial Intelligence: AI is a Tool, not a Voice,” highlights […]

South Africa
Hollywood studios and creative organizations are pushing back against a new artificial intelligence video model from ByteDance, arguing that the tool enables widespread copyright infringement. The Chinese technology company, which recently finalized a deal to sell TikTok’s U.S. operations while retaining a stake in the new joint venture, launched Seedance 2.0 earlier this week. According […]

World
More than 6,000 people were killed in over three days when a Sudanese paramilitary group unleashed “a wave of intense violence” in Sudan’s Darfur region in late October, according to the UN.

World
His detention comes as he faces legal proceedings after being dismissed in a corruption scandal.

World
Munich, Los Angeles, and Toronto saw the largest crowds, with smaller rallies also taking place in Tel Aviv and Libson.

World
Once a racer for Norway, Pinheiro Braathen switched to Brazil, his mother’s home country. In winning the Olympic giant slalom on Saturday, he earned South America’s first medal at a Winter Games.

Africa
Afcon 2027 will be held in June and July next year and reports the finals could be delayed are “totally unfounded”, says African football boss Patrice Motsepe.

Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the army will work with the police to fight organised crime and illegal mining.

Africa
Blessing Muzarabani claims a superb 4-17 as Zimbabwe held their nerve to stun Australia with a thrilling 23-run win in the T20 World Cup.

Africa
Somali Islamist militant group al-Shabab has staged several attacks in Kenya, prompting the border to be closed.

Business
This highly popular and discontinued sedan is climbing the list of the cars hijackers are after in South Africa.
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Business
The average woman employee “effectively works for 47 days of the year for free,” according to the Trades Union Congress.

Politics
EFF leader Julius Malema said his party would end cooperation agreements with the ANC in Gauteng.

Politics
Radebe warned that voters will punish them in underperforming municipalities by not voting.

Politics
Naidu says without decisive action, the country will keep repeating promises without implementation.

Politics
ANC Gauteng Task Team is set to meet in Fourways to discuss local government and coalition

Sport
Does 183 team changes in 14 ties devalue the FA Cup? Chief football writer Phil McNulty insists the cup retains its old magic.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs have been eliminated in three cup competitions and will now play the Betway Premiership with nothing to lose.

Sport
After weeks of debate about whether Pakistan’s fixture against India would go ahead at the T20 World Cup, the action failed to deliver and it left the rivalry feeling more political than sporting.

Sport
Former Orlando Pirates superstar Mbekezeli Mbokazi made a somewhat unexpected departure to Chicago Fire. His agent has offered insight into the deal.
Education
[RFI] Senegal’s largest university has suspended student associations after violent demonstrations over unpaid grants led to the death of a student. The victim’s family has called on the judiciary to clarify the circumstances of his death after an autopsy report circulating on social media showed multiple traumas.

Education
I am furious that women and children have to endure a crisis like this for progress to become politically possible. But I will seize this moment
Jess Phillips MP is parliamentary under-secretary of state for safeguarding and violence against women and girls
Jess Phillips calls for Epstein files to be catalyst for long-term legislative change
It always takes a calamity – a dreadful murder that...

Education
Refocusing provision into schools is, apparently, all about ‘inclusion’. It doesn’t take much to see the real reasons – and the impact on children and parents
Where is this government heading, and who is now in charge? Keir Starmer looks even weaker than he did a week ago, uncoupled from the aides who wrote his scripts and picked his fights, and only still in his job because the cabinet and...
Education
The party is dedicated to running the country under Islamic law, but ran on a more moderate platform. It gained far more seats in last week’s election than it ever had before.

Lifestyle
Veteran entertainer Ian von Memerty has responded to critics who called his plans to go ahead with assisted euthanasia as ‘selfish’…
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Lifestyle
News that some Afrikaner refugees are living in dire conditions in the US has been met with little surprise by these prominent critics…

Lifestyle
Springboks fly-half Handre Pollard and wife Marise celebrated their daughter Isabella’s baptism. Take a look…

Entertainment
The rapper said he is proud of the label’s progress and the impact of its artists.

Entertainment
Catch up on the biggest stories of Sunday, 15 February 2026 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.

Entertainment
‘Yes, I’ve gained weight but I still look yummy,’ said the actress.

Entertainment
France top the Six Nations table with a full haul of 10 points as the only side to have won both of their matches, with Wales bottom having conceded 102 points so far.
Science/Tech
Researchers performed genome sequencing scans on 130 people whose fathers were Chernobyl cleanup workers. Comparing the scans to control groups, they found evidence for the first time for “a transgenerational effect” from the father’s prolonged exposure to low-dose ionizing radiation. ScienceAlert reports:Rather than picking out new DNA mutations in the next generation, they looked for what...

Science/Tech
The world of top online poker sites is changing now, and for those who love winning power, the pick has never been more clear. While old names like PokerStars and GGPoker use their history and huge game gifts, a new group of winners is moving toward a site built on effort, heart, and clear math. […]
Science/Tech
Created in 1993, Slackware is considered the oldest Linux distro that’s still actively maintained. And more than three decades later… there’s a new release! (And there’s also a Slackware Live Edition that can run from a DVD or USB stick…). Slackware’s latest version was released way back in 2016, notes the blog It’s FOSS:The major highlight of Slackware 15 is the addition of the latest Linux...

Science/Tech
As Binance Coin (BNB) pushes toward the $650 level, investors are once again debating whether the upside in top altcoins is becoming limited. While BNB remains one of the strongest exchange-backed cryptocurrencies, its multi-billion-dollar market cap makes explosive percentage gains increasingly difficult. Many traders are now asking a different question: where is the next crypto […]

Motoring
Affordable panel vans could be the logistics solution South Africa’s small business owners need.
Motoring

Motoring
VW is facing the law more than a decade after its emissions scandal.

Motoring
A prominent logistics expert has warned that the R120-billion Gautrain expansion won’t serve the areas that need it the most.

Health
Campaigners claimed the guidance for employers, such as hospitals, shops and restaurants, was “legally flawed” and “overly simplistic”.

Health
A high number of elderly people on wards and respiratory cases in A&E prompt warnings from staff.
Health
Proponents of vaccines warn that the efforts will further dismantle the immunization infrastructure and lead to more outbreaks of disease.

Health
Side effects of a common Parkinson’s medications had devastating consequences on one family, BBC hears.