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Home Office investigating after BBC finds migrants making false claims to stay in UK
No 10 says the government is working to ensure “anyone potentially abusing our immigration system is held accountable”.
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No 10 says the government is working to ensure “anyone potentially abusing our immigration system is held accountable”.

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A former SA, WBC Youth, IBF Intercontinental Africa featherweight, and IBF Intercontinental Africa junior lightweight champion, will take on reigning SA junior lightweight cham, Asanda Gingqi.An awkward left hander with crippling power, Fuzile had one ch
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Spotlight is our bite-size entertainment snapshot featuring new releases in South Africa, exclusive film trailers and more.

South Africa
Accused No. 2 in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial, Bongani Ntanzi is on the stand.

South Africa
The party welcomed about 80 new members from different political parties and civic movements.
South Africa
Security situation stable following Malema’s court proceedings, say police
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has assured the nation that the security situation remains stable following court proceedings involving Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).
In a statement on Thursday, police confirmed that since the morning hours, officers have been closely...
South Africa
Government publishes revised plan for rhino conservation
The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp, has announced the publication of the revised Black and White Rhino Biodiversity Management Plan (BMP) in the Government Gazette — marking an important step forward for rhino conservation in South Africa.
“The Black and White Rhino BMP provides a...

World
The comments follow a high-profile spat with US President Donald Trump, who called the Pope weak on crime.

World
Trump continues to try to declare victory in Iran as the timeline for the war’s end shifts. And, a jury determined that Live Nation acted as a monopoly and overcharged ticket buyers.

World
Pakistan said it expected to host a second round of US-Iran negotiations to end the war, but did not say when or where the meetings would take place.

World
Bolsonaro ally Alexandre Ramagem was stopped by immigration agents in Orlando, Florida on Monday.

Africa
The pontiff was unusually forthright in his address at the presidential palace.

Africa
Malema is appealing against the decision to prevent him from being taken to prison on Thursday.

Africa
Abubakar Malami was seen as one of the most influential ministers under former President Muhammadu Buhari.

Africa
Zhang Kequn was arrested in March while trying to travel to China with more than 2,000 live ants.

Business
The City of Johannesburg has proposed name changes for four streets in the metro, all in the new precinct planned for the city centre.

Business
The new Vivo V70 and V70 FE 5G smartphones offer powerful cameras, intelligent AI features, and long-lasting battery life.

Business
PSG Financial Services has warned that only prioritising short-term crises will not result in economic or employment improvements in South Africa.

Business
With powerful hardware working together with Samsung’s best-in-class camera system and intuitive AI experiences, everyday tasks have never been easier.

Politics
DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis has welcomed the sentencing of EFF leader Julius Malema.

Politics
Malema has been convicted for discharging a firearm in public.

Politics
Julius Malema discharged a firearm during the EFF’s fifth anniversary celebrations.

Politics
Cabinet’s approved of the PIE Amendment Bill to go for public comments.

Sport
The Blitzboks head back into action at the Hong Kong Sevens this weekend, and here are all the kick off times to take note of.

Sport
Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham says the decision to send off team-mate Eduardo Camavinga during their 4-3 Champions League loss to Bayern Munich was “a joke”.

Sport
Former UFC champion Ronda Rousey hits back at critics who have questioned her age before her first MMA bout in 10 years.

Sport
Northern Ireland will face two-time world champions France in a friendly in Lille in the lead-up to the latter’s World Cup campaign.

Education
The skewed perspectives in my A-level curriculum are staggering. Until that changes, harmful ideas about race and migration will live on
Astrid Barltrop is the winner of the 2026 Emerging Voices award (16-18 category) and a year 13 student in Oxfordshire
“Lord Cromer was a successful consul-general of Egypt. To what extent do you agree?” I read this essay prompt in my A-level history class,...
Education
[Ghanaian Times] Ghana is set to host the 2026 edition of the E-Learning Africa Conference from June 3 to 5, 2026, in Accra, the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced.
Education
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia — Cuttington University is set to launch a new leadership institute in 2026, in a move aimed at strengthening human capacity and addressing what educators describe as a critical leadership gap in Liberia and the region.
Education
Ohio State isn’t the only university in turmoil, but few others have faced so many issues lately. One lawmaker called the school “a national embarrassment.”

Lifestyle
Researchers warn that Cape Town’s caracals are being harmed through contaminated prey and secondary poisoning.

Lifestyle
South African power couple Mpoomy Ledwaba and Brenden Ledwaba shared pregnancy photos for baby number 3 on Instagram.

Lifestyle
Khloé Kardashian and her best friend Malika Haqq sat down for her podcast and the subject of Lamar Odom’s documentary inevitably came up.

Lifestyle
Authorities have warned of dangerous conditions after Noordhoek Lagoon broke through to the sea, creating a powerful channel on the beach.

Entertainment
Helicopter left West Kalimantan at 8 34 am Thursday. Contact lost minutes later before debris spotted during search of forest area.

Entertainment
The draft amendment aims to simplify the eviction process and offer greater assistance to affected landowners.

Entertainment
Frustrated residents from local mining areas surrounding Marikana, took to the streets after being ignored by mining companies, regarding employment opportunities for locals.
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Science/Tech
Keep your phone firmly in hand and add some personality with these comfortable, durable, and nifty smartphone grips.

Science/Tech
Vuma, a Maziv company, has reached a significant national milestone, connecting 1,000 schools across South Africa to fibre, unlocking digital resources and new opportunities for teaching and learning. The milestone was marked today at Molamo Primary School in Limpopo, where government leaders, educators and industry stakeholders gathered to reflect on the role connectivity is playing […]

Science/Tech
The iGaming landscape is bracing for a tectonic shift as legacy platforms face unprecedented pressure. While Stake.com and Roobet have long dictated trends, the emergence of Spartans.com has redefined expectations for new crypto casinos. Currently in beta, Spartans has already stunned the industry by reaching a 14th global ranking among all crypto gambling sites. This […]

Science/Tech
Smart plugs can add controls to any outlet, but they aren’t perfect for everything. Here’s our guide to using one and which ones to buy.

Motoring
South Africa is on track for additional petrol price relief measures this May.

Motoring
The average value of used cars sold in South Africa has noticeably increased over the last year.
Motoring

Motoring
The projected petrol price increase for May has dropped over the past week, though petrol and diesel are still facing significant hikes.
Health
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to defend staff and funding cuts at the Health and Human Services Department he oversees.

Health
The outdoor area at Yarm Wellness will officially open to the public on Saturday.
Health
The review said a certain class of drugs had little clinical benefit, but many Alzheimer’s experts criticized the analysis, saying it unfairly lumped failed drugs with two recently approved treatments.

Health
Drs Chris and Xand explore common foot problems, from bunions to verrucas, and why diseases affecting our blood vessels or nerves seem to often show up in the feet.