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Olympics-Greenpeace takes aim at Eni’s role as Milano Cortina sponsor
Environmental advocacy group Greenpeace has called on Winter Olympics organisers to end their partnership with Italian oil major Eni ENI.MI, warning that the group’s fossil fuel operations undermine efforts to protect snow‑dependent sports as the climate warms.
Hungary’s Tisza party leads pre-election poll, far-right party on course for parliament
Hungary’s centre-right Tisza party leads Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s governing Fidesz party before an April 12 election, and the far-right Our Homeland party is on course to enter parliament, according to an opinion poll published on Tuesday.
SPEED QUEEN: Teen sensation Lara Markthaler takes South Africa to the Olympic slopes
At 18, Lara Markthaler is already carving her name into Olympic snow. Nicknamed Spunkiiiiii and recognisable by her trademark pink hair, Lara heads to Milano Cortina to race the slalom and giant slalom, carrying the hopes of the country as one of only a handful representing South Africa.
Middle East does not need Iran-US war, diplomatic adviser to UAE president says
The Middle East does not need another confrontation between the U.S. and Iran, and Tehran needs to reach a nuclear deal with Washington, the diplomatic adviser to the president of regional power United Arab Emirates said at a World Governments Summit panel in Dubai.
John Steenhuisen bows out as DA leader
The leader of South Africa’s Democratic Alliance, a key member of the ruling coalition, plans to step down at internal elections in two months, after facing criticism over his leadership.
Trump seeks $1 billion from Harvard as two sides remain far from deal
U.S. President Donald Trump said late on Monday his administration is pursuing $1 billion from Harvard to settle federal probes into the university over school policies, with the two sides yet to reach a final deal despite months of talks.
Boks’ World Cup title defence will blast off in Adelaide
The Springboks can start planning to ensure their logistical preparations are spot on after rugby bosses announced the three venues where the world champions will play their pool matches at the 2027 World Cup in Australia, coach Rassie Erasmus said.
Trade union slams government’s new R100 billion BEE ‘looting fund’
Solidarity said it has issued a letter of demand regarding South Africa’s new R100 billion Transformation Fund, requesting that the DTIC does not proceed with the fund’s implementation until specific information is made available.
RAF confronted R20bn debt with R5bn in bank while paying R50m to suspended employees
The Road Accident Fund (RAF) is facing a financial crisis with R20bn in debt and only R5bn available, exacerbated by losing a High Court bid to extend a payment moratorium.
NEWSFLASH: Steenhuisen expected to step down as DA leader — reports
The Sunday Times first reported on Tuesday morning that tensions within the DA leadership have led to John Steenhuisen’s decision to step down from the position, citing five DA sources with knowledge of the matter.
Soar across the sky on the world’s longest zipline in South Africa
South Africa’s K3 zipline in Caledon is the world’s longest. This 3.2km thrill ride offers travellers a record-breaking adrenaline fix.
Campaign group warns EU plans may curb EV sales after 2035
Electric vehicles are likely to make up 85% of new car sales in the EU from 2035, based on its plans to drop an effective ban on new combustion-engine models, though that share could drop to 50%, says clean transport advocacy group T&E.
Water outages cripple South Africa’s richest city
Residents of Midrand and surrounding areas have been left without water for days, and are now taking to the streets to protest, saying they will not pay their municipal levies.
These were SA’s best selling cars as January continues strong momentum
Domestic sales recorded 50,073 units, a gain of 7.5% compared to January 2025
Discovering the best views in South Africa: From canyons to coasts
From the misty heights of the Blyde River Canyon to the Wild Coast, we explore the best views in South Africa for every homesick expat.
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s R20 billion gift
South African mining giants are expecting a significant profit boost from higher commodity prices, which also spells good news for the state’s strained coffers.
WATCH LIVE | Ad hoc committee hears testimony from four witnesses
Four witnesses are set to provide testimony before the parliamentary ad hoc committee probing allegations of criminality in the criminal justice system.
Witness F threatens to boycott commission amid court bid
Witness F has threatened to withdraw from the commission unless his urgent application to halt proceedings is addressed by the high court.