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Scam alert: Quishing joins phishing and smishing surge in SA
Scam warning for SA: Phishing, smishing and now also quishing tactics rise. Learn how to spot QR code phishing and stay safe.
News24 | Mali junta battles ‘terrorist groups’ amid intense fighting
The army in junta-ruled Mali on Saturday battled what it called “terrorist groups” that launched surprise attacks around the capital Bamako and other parts of the West African nation.
Freedom demands more: Making “good trouble” in a world adrift
To realise systemic change, we must insist on accountability at the highest levels of leadership, while also enabling those in positions of power to rise to the demands of this moment
SA marks 32 years of democracy amid deep inequality and joblessness
South Africa’s 32nd Freedom Day highlights both democratic gains and ongoing struggles with inequality, unemployment and poverty
News24 | Knysna traffic warden may quit after fifth attack by impatient motorist in fit of ‘road rage’
A beloved traffic warden in Knysna says he may never return to his post after being attacked by a motorist while directing traffic on the N2 this week.
News24 | Is Ethiopia bracing for war?
Analysts say the war in Iran has temporarily delayed an escalation in smouldering tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea. But renewed armed conflict cannot be ruled out.
WEATHER: Severe cold and stormy conditions expected in SA
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Saturday, 25 April 2026.
News24 | We attend G20 by rumour, says Ramaphosa at global inequality dialogue
President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa now attends the G20 meetings by “rumour” after the country was excluded by the US, which currently holds the G20 presidency.
News24 | Defending champion Alcaraz to miss French Open with wrist injury
Reigning two-time French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz said on Friday he will not play at this year’s tournament as he recovers from a wrist injury.
News24 | Fallen tree shuts part of Beyers Naudé Drive, delaying traffic in Randburg
Motorists heading in and out of Randburg are urged to avoid Beyers Naudé Drive near West Park Cemetery, where a tree has fallen across the roadway, coming to rest on a car.
News24 | Saturday’s weather: Severe thunderstorms and damaging winds expected across parts of SA
The South African Weather Service has issued a yellow level 1 warning for severe thunderstorms in the Northern Cape, while cold and windy conditions are expected across parts of the Western Cape and Eastern Cape.