News24 | Port Assab becomes flashpoint for Ethiopia–Eritrea relations
Addis Ababa’s renewed calls for sea access threaten an already fragile relationship with Eritrea, drawing anger from Asmara.
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News24 | Saturday’s weather: Heavy rains, thunderstorms persist in Limpopo, Mpumalanga, KZN
Disruptive rain leading to widespread flooding is expected to continue in Limpopo, Mpumalanga and KwaZulu-Natal, according to the South African Weather Service.
THE INTERVIEW : ‘It’s going to be difficult’ — Anton Bredell on Western Cape water stress and wildfires
More than 10,000 hectares have been burned in wildfires in the Western Cape this year and there are water supply problems in multiple municipalities. Budgets have been depleted for aerial firefighting efforts. Now, the Western Cape Cabinet will hear an application for a state of disaster.
News24 | Uganda counting votes amid reports of violence
Uganda’s opposition said its leader Bobi Wine was under house arrest on Friday, after an election that also saw a member of parliament accuse security forces of killing 10 people at his home.
News24 | Steinhoff fraud; 11 dead in Limpopo floods; Today’s top 7 stories in 7 minutes
News24 brings you the top stories of the day, summarised into neat little packages. Read through quickly or listen to the articles via our customised text-to-speech feature.
REVIEW | Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is a stylish alternative crossover
Existing ASX owners wanting to upgrade to something newer will find much to get excited about in the Outlander Sport.
Best news for the South African rand in over 20 years
South Africa’s rand is on a weekly winning run not seen in more than two decades as elevated precious-metal prices and an improving economic backdrop drive gains.
WATER CRISIS: Knysna has days of water left after years of ‘long-term operational and management failures’
Unless there’s a significant downpour in Knysna, residents’ taps will run dry within days. An intergovernmental team is looking at urgent interventions, but the crisis has been brewing for years.
News24 | UN highlights Russia long-range weapons as reason for deadliest year for Ukraine civilians
Last year was the deadliest for civilians in Ukraine since 2022, as casualties soared amid flaring hostilities along the front line and Russia’s expanded use of long-range weapons, the United Nations Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine said.
The plan to end South Africa’s immigration crisis
South Africa plans a major immigration overhaul that prioritises economic contribution and skills, tightens retirement visas, introduces new merit-based work and investment visas, and proposes tax changes for immigrants.
BENCHMARK BOWLER: Ottneil Baartman continues to excel in the SA20 despite T20 World Cup omission
Baartman returned career best SA20 figures of five for 16 to help the Paarl Royals secure their place in the playoffs of the tournament, trouncing the Pretoria Capitals by six wickets on Thursday.
New Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 Night Edition now available in SA
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 Night Edition has launched in South Africa, featuring a Manufaktur Alpine Grey paint with an AMG Line body kit and 20-inch AMG alloy wheels. It includes the Night Package with gloss-black exterior finishes and LED lighting.
NAVAL-GAZING: Motshekga orders inquiry into why Ramaphosa’s orders to withdraw Iranian warships from exercise weren’t obeyed
Defence minister said the president’s orders were ‘clearly communicated to all parties’.
Starlink would be a tool for white insurrection in South Africa – Julius Malema
The EFF leader claimed that Elon Musk wants to bring Starlink into South Africa to help white people overthrow the government.
PHOTO ESSAY: Exploring the high peaks and hidden valleys of the Great Karoo’s Sneeuberg Ranges
This Karoo photo essay explores a mountain region that seems to have passed out of national memory: the Sneeuberg Ranges.
South Africa scores a major victory
South Africa’s recent removal from the EU’s list of high-risk jurisdictions will reduce compliance burdens on international transactions and boost trade opportunities.