
Personal decision for Starmer on whether to fight leadership contest, minister says
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy tells the BBC that the prime minister has “shown before that he’s up for a fight” and she “wouldn’t write [him] off”.
MONDAY, 18 MAY 2026, 22:45

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy tells the BBC that the prime minister has “shown before that he’s up for a fight” and she “wouldn’t write [him] off”.

Former North West premier and struggle veteran Bushy Maape died after a short illness, surrounded by his children and family in Johannesburg on Saturday

Many predicted a transatlantic SNL would crash and burn – but as its run comes to a close, the consensus from fans and critics has been mostly positive.

Police in China, the US and United Arab Emirates arrested 276 telecom fraud suspects in a joint operation that marks the first of its kind between the three countries.

Officers protecting the Royal Family in Berkshire investigated over allegations of sleeping on duty.
Politicians and ordinary Americans feel that the billions sent to Israel should be used at home.

South African filmmakers are making a strong impression at this year’s 79th Cannes International Film Festival in France, as African storytelling gains significant prominence at the world’s most prestigious film festival
Investigative journalists Kyle Cowan and Azarrah Karrim unpack the implications of Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s ties.

Serious clashes between Unite the Kingdom and pro-Palestinian protesters were avoided on Saturday.
Nkwamabzi Primary School was once a school defined by what it lacked: water, food and resources. Today, it is defined by what it grows. Principal Zakhele Xulu put down the chalk and picked up a spade, turning a tiny, two-teacher school into a regional lifeline that feeds the hungry and empowers families to start their own gardens.

The Liverpool and Real Madrid legend will take over as Chelsea manager effective from 1 June after signing a four-year deal.

An insider told the Sunday Times that the extortion involved a protection fee for the construction of Moloto Road (R573) in which Sibanyoni allegedly demanded a cut from the project
A diversified portfolio faces challenges as three companies – Prosus, Karooooo and Accelerate Property Fund – navigate unique hurdles amid market volatility, highlighting the need for cautious optimism.
A Gauteng car dealership has found itself in deep trouble for advertising a Jetour model that turned out to be unavailable at its lot.

Chelsea appoint former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso as their manager on a four‑year contract.

Any attempt by President Cyril Ramaphosa to interdict the Phala Phala impeachment process in parliament, is likely to face stiff opposition from MPs.
The Italian enters the French Open as such an overwhelming favourite that it harks back to Rafa Nadal at his unstoppable best.

On the occasion of the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, the Embassies of Spain and Colombia in South Africa, as co-Chairs of the Equal Rights Coalition, reaffirm their commitment to the promotion and protection of the human rights of LGBTIQ+ persons.