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‘I’m still haunted that he died alone’: The last voices of the Covid inquiry
Bereaved families have the final say as the Covid inquiry completes four years of public hearings.

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US and Venezuela agree to resume diplomatic ties after Maduro capture
The US said the two sides would make joint efforts to promote stability after the US seized Maduro and his wife.

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Sheep are disappearing from the UK’s hills – and its dinner plates
Have we have passed “peak sheep” in the UK?

South Africa
KZN agriculture dept says over 54 000 cattle vaccinated against FMD
Twenty veterinary teams have administered doses of the vaccine at 150 dip tanks, commercial farms.

South Africa
NSFAS says it made strides in ensuring that students are funded
CEO Waseem Carrim says R54 billion has been set aside to assist needy students.

South Africa
Nkabinde Enquiry to resume with testimony of former IPID Investigator
Williams accused IPID executives and the NPA of failing the victims of the Cato Manor Police Unit

South Africa
Richard Shibiri to be cross-examined over alleged syndicate links
Suspended SAPS head of organised Crime, Gen Shibiri set to return to the stand at the Commission

World
Ukraine accuses Hungary of taking seven people hostage
The employees were in two cars carrying $80m (£60m) worth of cash between Austria and Ukraine.

World
Canadian teen died from drowning after dingo attack in Australia
The body of Piper James was found in January surrounded by dingoes on the island of K’Gari.

World
These women fought in Ethiopia’s last civil war and warn against another one
Female fighters recall how the conflict in the northern Tigray destroyed their lives, as fears grow that fighting could resume.

World
‘What is the game plan?’: The Iran war is unsettling China and its ambitions
China is not feeling the shock of war in the Middle East – yet. But it is feeling the ripples.

Africa
Conservative Anglicans pull back from electing rival to Archbishop of Canterbury
The group had said it would choose a new leader with the same title as Sarah Mullally, the first female head of the Church.

Africa
Caf postpones Wafcon 2026 just 12 days before kick-off
The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations is postponed just 12 days before the finals were due to kick off in Morocco.

Africa
Inside Ethiopia’s ‘smart’ police station
Ethiopia unveils its first unmanned, ‘smart’ police station where citizens can report crimes on automated touch screens.

Africa
DR Congo government says 200 killed after landslide at rebel-held mine
The M23, which controls the coltan-rich area, has not commented and the death toll is hard to verify.

Business
Invest from R750,000 with a 12% Net Rental Guarantee at BlackBrick Bedfordview
In a market where property investors are increasingly focused on certainty, hands-free ownership, and predictable income, BlackBrick Bedfordview presents a compelling new opportunity.

Business
Changes to new smoking laws for South Africa
The Health Department has responded to public submissions on the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill, offering to make some changes to assuage concerns.

Business
Can snacks help you sleep?
Chocolates, bars, gummies and drinks promise to help you sleep, but is the science behind them sound?

Business
One in 7 shops in UK has turned cashless in the past year, survey finds
Some 14% of small High Street traders have gone card-only in the last year, a survey suggests.

Politics
SA mourns Mosiuoa “Terror” Lekota
The Congress of the People co-founder was lauded for his principled positions ‘even in the face of criticism and humiliation’ and for being outspoken against corruption

Politics
Ramaphosa to speak at “homegoing celebration of life” event for Rev. Jackson in US
Ramaphosa is expected to speak at the event at the request of the Jackson family.

Politics
Some Ad Hoc Committee members reject O’Sullivan’s apology
ANC MP, Xola Nqola and EFF leader Julius Malema were among those who did not accept his apology.

Politics
ANC in Limpopo welcomes Ramathuba’s SOPA
Madadzhe was reacting to the address by Ramathuba at the Jack Botes Hall in Polokwane.

Sport
Who has made Troy’s Premier League team of the week?
After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?

Sport
GB’s Kartal & Fearnley progress at Indian Wells
Britons Sonay Kartal and Jacob Fearnley both progress to the second round at Indian Wells with straight-set wins, but Fran Jones loses.

Sport
Berger leads as McIlroy struggles at Bay Hill
Daniel Berger hits an opening round of nine under par to take a three-shot lead in the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill, while Rory McIlroy is level par.

Sport
Regragui departs as Morocco appoint Ouahbi as new coach
Morocco part company with coach Walid Regragui four months before the World Cup finals, with Mohamed Ouahbi appointed in his place.
Education
Malawi: From Education to Employment – Ending Structural Discrimination Against Persons With Albinism
[HRW] HRW Oral Statement – ID with Independent Expert on Albinism – HRC61
Education
Jamil Jivani, a Friend of JD Vance, Channels Charlie Kirk With Young Men
Jamil Jivani, a Conservative rookie member of Parliament, follows an American playbook to win over young men on college campuses.
Education
Liberia: Senate Probes Absence of Civics in Schools and Unpaid Health Workers
[New Dawn] Capitol Hill, March 6, 2026: The Plenary of the Liberian Senate has summoned the Minister of Education, Dr. Jarso Maley Jallah, over the lack of civic education in schools and the failure to include volunteer health workers on the government payroll.
Education
Seychelles: Seychellois Support Women’s Autonomy and Sex Education, but Are Divided On Abortion
[Afrobarometer] Most citizens favour keeping pregnant learners in school.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
‘How do you get in?’: Inside bizarre Cape Town rental apartment [video]
A loft apartment in Sea Point, Cape Town has gone viral for all the wrong reasons. Take a look inside the bizarre space…

Lifestyle
Woolworths troll McDonalds after THAT burger video fail [watch]
Nando’s 2.0? Woolworths has trolled McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski’s viral video of him struggling to eat a burger off the menu.

Lifestyle
Western Cape launches app to report potholes and faulty traffic lights
Spotted a pothole or faulty robot? A new app lets Western Cape residents report road problems instantly – and track repairs.

Entertainment
Government ‘not making a profit’ from FMD vaccines
Steenhuisen says government pays for all FMD vaccines, debunking claims of profiteering from farmers.

Entertainment
Millions lost to water corruption
Corruption in South Africa’s water sector threatens supply and trust. SIU recovers millions and launches forum to fight graft.

Entertainment
Tshwane wage deal delayed again
Signing of Tshwane’s R10 billion wage deal postponed as unions and city discuss backpay and implementation timeframe disputes.
Entertainment
Science/Tech
Microsoft Confirms ‘Project Helix,’ a Next-Gen Xbox That Can Run PC Games
An anonymous reader quotes a report from 80 Level: Microsoft has officially confirmed development of its next-generation Xbox console, currently known internally as Project Helix. While concrete details remain limited, early information suggests the company is positioning the device as a hybrid between a traditional console and a gaming PC, capable of running both Xbox titles and PC games. The...
Science/Tech
Pentagon Formally Designates Anthropic a Supply-Chain Risk
The Pentagon has formally designated Anthropic as a “supply chain risk,” ordering federal agencies and defense contractors to stop using its AI tools after the company sought limits on the military’s use of its models. In a written statement, the department said it has “officially informed Anthropic leadership the company and its products are deemed a supply chain risk, effective immediately.”...

Science/Tech
TfL hack in 2024 affected around 10 million people, BBC can reveal
TfL insists it has “kept customers informed throughout this incident and will continue to take all necessary action”.
Science/Tech
The Pentagon Officially Notifies Anthropic That It Is a ‘Supply Chain Risk’
Anthropic has said it will sue the Defense Department over the designation, which could prevent the start-up from doing business with the U.S. government.

Motoring
South Africa doesn’t produce a single cheap car
Imported cars are rapidly gaining popularity for one simple reason: South Africa’s car factories mainly produce high-end bakkies, SUVs, and sedans that most citizens can’t afford.
Motoring

Motoring
The salary you need to afford the new VW Golf GTI in South Africa
South Africa’s favourite hot hatch has a hefty price tag.

Motoring
New SUV coming to South Africa very soon
A new SUV offering is expected in South Africa any day now.
Health
Fewer Pregnant Women Received Acetaminophen in E.R.s After White House Warnings
A new analysis of prescription data found that emergency room orders for acetaminophen for pregnant women fell for weeks after the federal warning.

Health
‘Game-changing’ urine tests could detect breast cancer, endometriosis and PCOS
New tests are being developed to spot early signs of breast cancer and endometriosis in urine.

Health
‘Moment of reckoning’ needed in social care, says Louise Casey
The chair of the independent commission on social care recommends introducing a full-time dementia tsar, and new fast-track passport system for people diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND).

Health
Woman reveals pain of living with endometriosis
“People have horrendous periods and think they just have to live with it… [but] you don’t,” she says.