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As unpredictable as elections may be, the best outcome for voters in the 4 November local government elections would be an electoral system which incentivises and rewards candidates for consistent engagement with communities rather than media engagement for their political party

Delayed coal closures are keeping ageing power stations online — raising questions about who is shaping the energy transition and at what cost

Thousands of patients will be offered a new injectable form of an immunotherapy drug that takes minutes.

What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays – and what could be done about it?

A key feature is the introduction of an express service through Eikenfontein Station

Avoid direct confrontation with suspected criminals: KZN SAPS Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi

According to statistics, about 3 500 babies survive abandonment in the country each year

Police spokesperson Wesley Twigg says the crash involved a single vehicle.

Hantaviruses are usually spread by exposure to urine, saliva or feces from infected rodents, such as rats or mice. Hantavirus infections are rare but can cause deadly respiratory infections.

U.S. gas prices were nearly $3 an average prior to the start of the war in Iran.

Israeli restrictions on movement in the West Bank are impeding garbage trucks from reaching landfills, leaving Palestinians living amid mounds of trash. Two Palestinian entrepreneurs are trying to change this.

In Nairobi, the matatu isn’t just a ride—it’s a rolling nightclub, art gallery, and heartbeat of the city all in one.

More than 100 gangs are operating nationwide as the growing use of political thugs raises fears of election violence.

World Athletics president Sebastian Coe says current rules are “on the right side” when it comes to shoe technology, following Sabastian Sawe’s record-breaking time at the London Marathon.

Christopher Okello Onyum had pleaded insanity but this was dismissed by the judge.

The unusually forceful intervention highlights concerns about governance in the management of public retirement savings

Local politicians say the move is in line with the Dutch capital’s environmental targets.

Spear’s Magazine has published a list of the best private schools in 2026, featuring a notable all-girls school in KwaZulu-Natal.

A prominent economist warns that recent growth indicators for one of South Africa’s largest employers isn’t as good as it sounds.

An urgent court interdict obtained by two members of branches in the area halted the conference

He says members of the political killing task team raided a house he used to live in Cape Town

Debate grows over the effectiveness of SANDF support to SAPS amid rising crime concerns

President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday announced that the local elections will be held on November 4

Vinicius Jr scores twice as Real Madrid beat Espanyol 2-0 to keep Barcelona waiting to win the La Liga title ahead of next week’s El Clasico.

Match of the Day pundits Alan Shearer and Micah Richards believe Benjamin Sesko’s goal against Liverpool should not have stood after it brushed his fingers, saying under the laws of the game it should have been a handball.

Match of the Day pundit Alan Shearer says Michael Carrick “deserves a chance” as Manchester United’s manager next season after securing a Champions League spot.

Match of the Day pundit Micah Richards analyses Tottenham Hotspur’s “brave” press during their win against Aston Villa in the Premier League.

Fans of Khanyi Mbau were left reeling over images of her face lift, which she believes will get ‘better with time’….

Top Billing presenter Jonathan Boynton-Lee has fondly remembered his late co-star and pal, Simba Mhere, who tragically died 11 years ago.

Mel and Peet Viljoen – currently detained in ICE detention centres – have accused police of stealing their luxury items…

Fans on X slammed the recent performance of Bongani Fassie, stating that his dance moves seem somewhat outdated.

The race’s start time was brought forward by three hours due to the threat of heavy rainstorms, but it took place in largely hot and humid, overcast conditions.

Catch up on the biggest stories of Sunday, 3 May 2026 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.

Third-placed United open up a six-point lead over Liverpool and are guaranteed to finish in the top five.

Adams made a litany of accusations against the Saps and KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.

Big Dog Ranch Rescue made deal to buy 1,500 dogs from Ridglan Farms, a Wisconsin breeding and research facility

The first beagles removed from a Wisconsin dog breeding and research facility that was the site of recent protests seemed to know right away that they were safe.

“They started within an hour or so coming up to us, wanting attention. Some crawled in people’s laps. Every single one...

China’s bullet trains are fast, quiet, and punctual, and I’d easily take one over a plane if given the opportunity.

Audi’s F1 boss said entering the sport via a legacy team has proved more difficult than starting with a clean slate, as the German carmaker runs up against more established rivals.

The sudden resignation of SAA’s CEO and reports of criminal syndicates stealing aircraft parts have cast doubts over the airline’s viability.