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‘I created a successful business thanks to a disability grant – but cuts will sink it’
Many disabled workers face the threat of losing their jobs or businesses because of long waits for government grants.

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Dehumanisation: How Israel is able to commit its genocide in Gaza
Israel has dehumanised Palestinians for decades, eventually leading to the current Gaza genocide, say analysts.

Top Stories
Top aid groups call on world leaders to stop Israel’s genocide in Gaza
MSF, Islamic Relief, Save the Children and CARE International are among the aid groups issuing the joint call.

South Africa
Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala returns to court for bail verdict
Matlala allegedly attempted to murder his former partner, socialite Tebogo Thobejane.

South Africa
Mkhwanazi to take the stand as Madlanga Commission of Inquiry begins
The inquiry is looking into Mkhwanazi’s allegations that senior officials interfere in police probes

South Africa
Merafong residents vow to shut down area if water problems persist
Residents say access to clean water has become a daily struggle.

South Africa
Turn.io Accelerator Backs AI Chat Solutions to Expand Healthcare Access
Turn.io has launched its 2025 Chat for Health & AI Accelerator, a 24-week programme helping health organisations scale conversational AI services for underserved communities. Selected from more than 400 applicants, 10 organisations will receive over $500,000 in technology, mentorship, and support in partnership with IDinsight. Each will build a working AI-enabled solution by January 2026. […]

World
‘The hungry can’t stay silent’ – behind deadly protests in oil-rich Angola
As the 50th independence anniversary approaches the country grapples with poverty and inequality.

World
Canadian writer Robert Munsch approved for assisted dying
Munsch was diagnosed with dementia in 2021 and also has Parkinson’s disease.

World
The far-right and what it means to be British
NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Labour MP Clive Lewis about the far-right “free-speech” march in London last weekend.

World
Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, a UN inquiry says
NPR’s Ailsa Chang talks with Navi Pillay, who chairs a U.N. commission on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, which has found Israel is committing genocide in Gaza.

Africa
Fears balloon of a return to civil war in South Sudan over treason trial
The political rift that could spiral into conflict again after the vice-president was accused of treason.

Africa
Mpina’s removal from Tanzania’s presidential race boosts Samia’s reelection chances
Tanzania’s 2025 general elections campaign has taken a dramatic turn after the removal of the Alliance for Change and Transparency (ACT Wazalendo) party’s candidate — former minister and outspoken legislator Luhaga Mpina — from the presidential race. The decision announced by the National Electoral Commission (NEC) is widely seen as strengthening President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s […]

Africa
US Republicans propose bill on removal of Zimbabwe sanctions
If the Department of State Policy Provisions Act is passed into law, the US will support Zimbabwe borrowing money from international lenders such as the World Bank

Africa
Malawians await presidential poll result in vote dominated by economic woes
If no candidate wins more than half the votes, the top two contenders will head to a run-off.

Business
End of the road for manual drivers? More learners opt for automatics in tests
The UK’s 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars is said to be driving the trend.

Business
Why the US is expected to cut interest rates
The Federal Reserve is expected to make its first cut to interest rates since 2024.

Business
AI could boost UK economy by 10% in five years, says Microsoft boss
Boss Satya Nadella said it was the biggest investment the firm had made outside of the US.
Business

Politics
DA says willing to help underperforming municipalities
Ramaphosa admitted that the best-run municipalities and towns are those governed by the DA.

Politics
Placing Knysna under administration won’t benefit the town: Mayor
Minister Anton Bredell announced plans last week to put the Knysna Municipality under administration

Politics
ANC veteran backs Ramaphosa’s praise of DA municipalities
ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa urged councillors to emulate municipalities governed by the DA

Politics
Ramaphosa calls on ANC councillors to emulate DA-run municipalities
Cyril Ramaphosa outlined the ANC’S service delivery action plan to the party’s councillors

Sport
PGA Tour to move season opener because of drought
The PGA Tour’s season-opening event The Sentry is to be moved because drought conditions in Hawaii have made the host course unplayable.

Sport
Newcastle want Man Utd’s Mainoo – Wednesday’s gossip
Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo a target for Newcastle, Chelsea step up their interest in Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton, while Real Madrid and Paris St-Germain keep tabs on Arsenal defender William Saliba, plus more.

Sport
Could Scots trio really sweep world 1500m medals?
Former Scottish 1500m runner Chris O’Hare thinks Josh Kerr, Jake Wightman and Neil Gourley have a chance of winning all three medals in Wednesday final at the World Athletics Championships.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs fans in tears after first league defeat to Sekhukhune
Kaizer Chiefs suffered their first defeat of the season after going down 3-1 to Sekhukhune United on Tuesday evening.

Education
University of California students and faculty sue the Trump administration
White House using civil rights laws to wage campaign against school system to undermine free speech, says suit
The Trump administration is using civil rights laws to wage a campaign against the University of California in an attempt to curtail academic freedom and undermine free speech, according to a lawsuit filed on Tuesday by faculty, staff, student organizations and every labor union...

Education
Third of UK parents have sought special needs assessment for their child, survey finds
Parentkind charity also says 33% of parents of children with special educational needs reported financial strain
One in three parents have sought a special needs assessment for their child, according to a survey that reveals a surge in demand for special needs support in schools across the UK.
The figures were released amid mounting apprehension in England over national plans to reform special...
Education
Our Vanishing Culture of Argument
What the University of Chicago might have taught Charlie Kirk — and the rest of us.
Education
Oklahoma Schools Were Instructed to Hold a Moment of Silence for Charlie Kirk
Public and private entities have been criticized over decisions to honor the right-wing activist, or their choice not to.

Lifestyle
The Kiffness claps back at claims he ‘lied’ about R500k deal?
The Kiffness’ claims he lost a half a million business deal for supporting the late Charlie Kirk has been met with disbelief…

Lifestyle
Miss South Africa 2025 top 10 finalists finally revealed
The countdown begins for Miss South Africa 2025! Ten incredible finalists are ready to compete for the crown on 25 October 2025.

Lifestyle
Ian Cameron: Donovan Moodley should NOT get parole
The public – including Ian Cameron – have strongly opposed the parole release of Donovan Moodley, who murdered Leigh Matthews in 2004.

Lifestyle
Shell’s Wild Coast seismic blasting case goes to Constitutional Court
South Africa’s top court heard arguments in a case pitting coastal communities against Shell’s oil and gas exploration off the Wild Coast.
Entertainment
There’s no stopping new rap prince Loatinover Pounds
The smash hit, Sosh Plata, put Loatinover Pounds on top of the rap game three years ago.

Entertainment
Cinema legend Robert Redford dead at 89
Redford died at his home in Utah, surrounded by loved ones.

Entertainment
Mpho Molepo using performance art to fight bullying in schools
Through a play titled Phethogo, which means change or transformation, Molepo is fighting the scourge of bullying in schools.

Entertainment
Sabelo Gumede on fighting cancer: ‘People checking on me every day makes me think that I’m gonna beat this thing’
“I was stressed out for two and a half to three months. I knew I had cancer in my body,” says Sabelo Gumede.

Science/Tech
BNB Hits $920 ATH After Franklin Templeton Partnership – Is $1,000 Next for the Best Altcoin to Buy?
Binance Coin (BNB) just smashed through its previous ceilings. On September 12, 2025, BNB pushed to a new all-time high (ATH) of around $907, surpassing the $900 mark, after news broke of a major strategic partnership between Binance and asset manager Franklin Templeton. This move has renewed investor belief that BNB might not just stop […]

Science/Tech
Ethereum ETF Inflows Hit $1.4B — Best Crypto to Buy Now as Solana and MAGACOIN FINANCE Gain Buzz
Ethereum is enjoying a major wave of institutional demand. In the past several weeks, Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have attracted about $1.4 billion in inflows, almost double the $748 million that Bitcoin funds saw over the same stretch. This sudden imbalance is sparking new debate across the crypto sector about whether Ethereum is reclaiming leadership […]
Science/Tech
Has Britain Gone Too Far With Its Digital Controls?
British authorities have ramped up the use of facial recognition, artificial intelligence and internet regulation to address crime and other issues, stoking concerns of surveillance overreach.

Science/Tech
Bitcoin Price Prediction: Can $120K BTC Arrive as Traders Price 70bps Fed Cuts by Year-End?
The crypto market is at a critical moment. With U.S. inflation showing signs of cooling and the labor market weakening, traders are betting the Federal Reserve will deliver around 70 basis points of interest-rate cuts before the end of 2025. Such a shift could unleash another wave of liquidity into risk assets, and Bitcoin is […]

Motoring
GWM Haval H7’s Chinese sibling upgraded to Big Dog Plus ‘status’
If approved, expect the subtle change to filter through to the South African-spec model sometime in 2026.

Motoring
Official: Ram’s Hilux and Ranger-sized rival happening in 2027
While set to rival the Ford Ranger, Toyota Tacoma and Chevrolet Colorado in the States, it remains to be seen whether Ram makes it a world model with right-hand-drive.
Motoring
Motoring
Health
Surgeon General Nominee Pledges to Divest From Wellness Interests
In financial filings, Casey Means stated that she would liquidate holdings in companies that sell personal devices, supplements, tobacco and tech.
Health
Former C.D.C. Director to Tell Lawmakers She Was ‘Fired for Holding the Line’
Susan Monarez is set to provide her first detailed account of her ouster in testimony before the Senate Health Committee on Wednesday.
Health
Pig Organ Transplants May Pose a Dilemma for Some Jews and Muslims
The taboo against pork is deeply entrenched in both religious traditions. But the prohibition is not absolute.
Health
‘People Are Losing Hope’: Suicide Risk Is Rife in ICE Detention Centers
Immigrant detainees are not receiving proper mental health care, lawyers and advocacy groups say, and reports of suicide attempts are persistent.
Nature
News24 Business | Joburg power cut threat: Eskom and City still talking, Ramokgopa pushes for payment plan
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
News24 Business | Nick Hedley | A new study links culprits to climate change costs: a reckoning for polluters?
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
News24 Business | International Partners Group | Backing SA’s green future with over R2bn for just transition projects
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
News24 Business | SEE | These blocks made of recycled glass, building waste, may soon be found throughout SA
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.