Pupils in Thohoyandou, Limpopo, will have to wait until next week to kick off their 2026 academic year because of the heavy rains that have caused flooding in the province since the weekend.

Former acting SAPS commissioner, Gen Khomotso Phahlane, has requested more time to present his 168-page affidavit before an ad hoc committee investigating allegations of criminality and political interference in the justice system.

Some are beginning to wonder whether it is worth defending government policies, writes Matt Chorley.

The best-selling author says she has also been undergoing radiotherapy and is “doing much better”.

South African artist Ciza won the Breakout Artist of the Year award at the 2026 Africa’s Global Music Awards in Nigeria, marking a significant achievement in his career.

Recent positive developments in South Africa will not filter through and benefit the broader economy unless the country can unlock faster growth.

The DA has urged international relations minister Ronald Lamola to report Iran to the UN Human Rights Council over alleged human rights abuses during ongoing civil uprisings.

By 2024/25, there were more than 4,000 informal settlements across SA. Though some of these unsightly shacks belong to South Africans, the majority are owned by foreigners.

The bail application for Victor Majola, the man accused of killing media personality Warrick “DJ Warras” Stock, is continuing at the Johannesburg magistrate’s court on Wednesday.

PrimeXBT has launched 40 new crypto futures markets, significantly expanding its asset coverage across high-demand segments

All eyes will be on former teammates Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane when Senegal and Egypt meet in the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) semifinal at Grande Stade Ibn-Batouta in Tanger, Morocco, tonight (7pm).

Luyanda Ndlozi, Mpumalanga’s top grade 12 performer, is headed to UCT for mechatronic engineering with a new car, a bursary, and other prizes. Raised by her single mother in Volksrust, she credits her success to prioritising academics and family support.

The flagship blue oval SUV offers a comfortable cruising experience and potent V6 shove.

Retail giant SPAR has denied any involvement after a multidisciplinary operation in the City of Tshwane uncovered a site involved in the alleged illegal production of plastic carrier bags.

Inaugurated in 2003, the World Car Awards celebrates its 23rd instalment this year.

South Africa’s government welcomed the approval of a US preferential-trade deal before a key vote in the Senate, where Pretoria has faced opposition to its continued inclusion in the pact.

If chosen via the draw, fans will be notified via email and will be given a time slot to purchase tickets in April.