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Will The US Attack Iran?
US-Iran talks continue but what will Trump do?
MADLANGA COMMISSION: ‘I refute the allegations’ — Ekurhuleni HR boss denies protecting Mkhwanazi
The testimony of Linda Gxasheka, the suspended head of human resources at the City of Ekurhuleni, points to systemic governance failures within the metro.
MUNICIPAL DYSFUNCTION: Nelson Mandela Bay faces tough new service delivery standards — but can it deliver?
As Nelson Mandela Bay confronts new service delivery mandates, questions arise about the metro’s capacity to meet strict response times amid ageing infrastructure, accountability challenges and an awful track record.
Catherine stresses importance of mothers’ mental health during rainy Wales visit
The royal couple arrive to cheers from crowds that had gathered outside despite the rain
No 10 will have no say on which Mandelson papers are released
The Commons intelligence committee says it has been given a written insurance the government can not overrule any release.
SAFETY AND SECURITY: Multimillion-rand crime-fighting technology sits idle as gang violence grips Nelson Mandela Bay
As gang violence grips Nelson Mandela Bay, multimillion-rand crime-fighting technology, including gunshot detection systems, sits unused, raising concerns about the city’s effectiveness in ensuring safety.
RELIGIOUS LANDMARK: St Mary’s Cathedral — 200 years as a cornerstone of Nelson Mandela Bay’s history
Hidden in the concrete jungle of Nelson Mandela Bay, a cornerstone of the city’s architectural, religious and overall history, the Cathedral Church of St Mary the Virgin has played silent witness to Gqeberha’s development for more than 200 years.
Ekurhuleni suspended HR boss flagged the ‘dangerous’ Mkhwanazi
Suspended Ekurhuleni HR head Linda Gxasheka testified about initiating disciplinary action against Mkhwanazi despite warnings of his danger. Allegations of corruption involving Mkhwanazi were brought to her by Xolani Nciza via WhatsApp, leading to a meeting where security concerns were raised. Despite lacking a security risk assessment, Gxasheka signed the suspension intention; however,...
How have Chelsea made biggest loss in English football history?
Chelsea recorded a pre-tax loss of £355m for 2024-25 – the highest loss ever made by an English football club – according to financial figures released by Uefa. How did it happen?
News24 | Melania Trump to chair a meeting of the UN Security Council, White House says
First lady Melania Trump will chair a meeting of the United Nations Security Council on Monday as the US takes over the monthly rotating presidency, the White House said.
India beat Zimbabwe to keep title defence alive
Defending champions India pile on 256-4 as they eliminate Zimbabwe from the T20 World Cup with victory in Chennai.
Tommy Robinson welcomed at US State Department
The prime minister says the far-right activist “not a representative of the UK”, after a senior US official hosted him.
WEATHER: Severe storms with heavy rain and strong winds expected
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Friday, 27 February 2026.
ABBEY MAKOE | Bra Joe Latakgomo was a ‘gentle giant’ of Black journalism
Not only was Bra Joe a pathfinder who fought apartheid with his mighty pen, but he was a colossal figure in the media industry, says Makoe.