
Top Stories
WATCH LIVE | Julius Mkhwanazi and Kagiso Lerutla’s bail application continues
Julius Mkhwanazi and Kagiso Lerutla‘s bail application continues on Friday
FRIDAY, 24 APRIL 2026, 10:15

Top Stories
Julius Mkhwanazi and Kagiso Lerutla‘s bail application continues on Friday

Top Stories
Vladimir Putin defends internet outages that have led to widespread frustration

Top Stories
Victims tell how Steve Figg left their homes – and relationships – on the verge of collapse.
Top Stories
Recent media reports about Cape Town’s ‘groundwater crisis’ misrepresent the issue, as a closer look reveals flawed methodologies and limited data used in the studies.

South Africa
Five men are accused of killing Senzo Meyiwa in October 2014.

South Africa
The National Institute for Communicable Diseases says an earlier-than-usual start to the flu season.

South Africa
Bellarmine Mugabe pleaded guilty to pointing a firearm and contravening immigration laws.

South Africa
Bellarmine Mugabe and Tobias Matonhodze pleaded guilty to several charges including attempted murder

World
Several writers have cut ties with the University of Queensland Press for cancelling the book.

World
The Trump administration is vowing to crack down on foreign tech companies’ exploitation of U.S. artificial intelligence models, singling out China at a time that country is narrowing the gap with the U.S. in the AI race.

World
The European Union on Thursday approved a $106-billion loan package to help Ukraine meet its economic and military needs for two years, ending months of political deadlock.

World
A court has convicted 20 people for the 2018 mob lynching of two men falsely accused of kidnapping children.

Africa
William Ruto says Kenyans speak “some of the best English in the world” while it is hard to understand Nigerians.

Africa
Cyril Ramaphosa said the suspension was because of the critical role Fannie Masemola plays in fighting crime.

Africa
Opposition parties accused the security forces of killing protesters but the official report does not say who was responsible.

Africa
At 17, Rasheed Wasiu was detained as security forces cracked down on protests against police brutality.

Business
South Africa is under siege by a far more dangerous and organised illegal mining crisis than many realise.

Business
South Africa’s largest short-term insurer says that winter is around the corner, meaning that policyholders need to prepare for severe weather conditions.
Business

Business
Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 24 April 2026.

Politics
Julius Mkhwanazi faces charges of fraud, corruption and defeating the ends of justice.

Politics
Suspended TMPD Deputy Chief Umashi Dhlamini is implicated in tender rigging.

Politics
On Thursday, Major Lebogang Phiri from the Roads Policing division testified.

Politics
Gen Puleng Dimpane will act as Police Commissioner while Fannie Masemola is on precautionary leave

Sport
More than 120 organisations issue a travel advisory for visitors to this summer’s World Cup, warning of potential threats to their human rights.

Sport
The Olympic cricket stadium for LA 2028 could host Indian Premier League teams as part of their global expansion plans, says Kolkata Knight Riders chief executive Venky Mysore.

Sport
Head coach Scott Bemand says Ireland are “ready” for the pressure of facing France in Clermont on Saturday after learning from a string of big-game experiences.

Sport
Betway Premiership side Sekhukhune United have pulled the trigger. Eric Tinkler has left the club by mutual agreement after 13 months.
Education
[HRW] Johannesburg — End Attacks; Respect Freedom of Expression Over Presidential Term Extension
Education
[Leadership] The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Wing, has said that the ongoing stike is still on, but will decide its fate after a crucial meeting with the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike.
Education
The federal Department of Education said it would begin a civil rights investigation, reviewing teachings by a group known as N.Y.C. Educators for Palestine.
Education
[Ghanaian Times] The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has stepped up its fire safety education efforts in Suhum Municipality and Abetifi Odwenease as part of ongoing campaigns to prevent fire outbreaks and improve emergency readiness.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
A Gauteng mother shares how the Child Support Grant falls short of feeding her large family amid rising food prices.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
‘We’ve stopped talking to our computers like robots and started treating them like mentors.’
Entertainment

Entertainment
AFP Sport looks at three talking points ahead of the action.

Entertainment
“As a coach you have to manage it, you have to live with it. It’s a pity that Lamine is injured now,” said Flick.
Science/Tech
The FCC has expanded its foreign-made router ban to also cover consumer Wi-Fi hotspots and LTE/5G home-internet devices, though existing products and phones with hotspot features are not affected. PCMag reports: On Wednesday, the FCC updated its FAQ on the ban, clarifying which consumer-grade routers are subject to the restrictions. Portable Wi-Fi hotspots are usually considered a separate...

Science/Tech
This week’s best wildlife photographs from around the world
Continue reading…

Science/Tech
PSA Singapore selected Motorola Solutions’ TETRA digital radio communications to strengthen safety and efficiency across its operations, while supporting its expansion through the Tuas Mega Port project.

Science/Tech
Nhlapo joined the IITPSA as head of business development in 2019, and was appointed acting GM in July 2025.

Motoring
Plug-in hybrids combine the best features of both petrol and electric cars.

Motoring
JAC has introduced South Africa’s cheapest double-cab bakkie to the market.

Motoring
The AGSA has warned that SAA is at risk of being declared insolvent in the next 12 months.

Motoring
Carmakers are bringing safer versions of their cars to South Africa.
Health
The treatment, the first of its kind, was approved by the Food and Drug Administration on Thursday. “Our baby was born deaf, and now he can hear,” said one parent.

Health
Drinking the odd pint of beer can provide “substantial levels” of an essential brain-boosting vitamin in your diet, according to new research in a respected journal.
Health
Vaccine skeptics, ‘organic moms’ and environmental activists came together toelect President Trump. Butsome voters are disillusioned and might not turn out again.

Health
The data of hundreds of thousands of people who participated in the UK’s health data project was for sale on the website Alibaba.