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News24 | Over 750 ships trapped as Iran and US impose competing blockades on Strait of Hormuz
Traffic once again seized up in the Strait of Hormuz as both Tehran and Washington imposed separate blockades, with Iranian vessels continuing to test the US shutdown, tracking data showed on Monday.
News24 | Cafu says 2026 World Cup is perfect time for Brazil to win again
Brazil’s two-time World Cup winner Cafu said on Monday he believes this year’s tournament is the perfect time for the five-time champions to take back the crown for the first time for 24 years.
Severe storms with heavy rain, strong winds and waves expected
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Tuesday, 21 April 2026.
News24 | Days of Our Lives actor Patrick Muldoon dies at 57
Days of Our Lives actor Patrick Muldoon, best known for playing Austin Reed on the soap opera, died from a heart attack.
ANC to headhunt capable mayoral candidates in push to regain metro majorities before local elections
The ANC also warns against the ‘parachuting’ of leaders into municipal positions without proper organisational processes
News24 | Israel races to expand military sites in Gaza, forcing Palestinians into confined ‘cities’
The United States has proposed plans to rebuild Rafah, a city in southern Gaza that was flattened by two years of Israeli bombardment.
EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi bail hearing set for Thursday
Mkhwanazi has been charged with fraud, corruption and defeating the ends of justice
News24 | PODCAST | The Lead: Dark clouds gather over SA’s largest solar project, with Azarrah Karrim
Seasoned broadcast journalist Graeme Raubenheimer brings you The Lead, News24’s definitive podcast for in-depth reporting.
News24 | Tuesday’s weather: Risk of floods as severe thunderstorms hit 5 provinces, but hot in KZN
The South African Weather Service has issued warnings of severe thunderstorms, hail, excessive lightning, and heavy rain that could lead to flooding in parts of Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, North West, and the Free State.
JSE SME programme drives growth as BoTong Civils reports 418% revenue jump
The Johannesburg Stock Exchange has welcomed the fifth cohort of its SME Rise Enterprise Accelerator Programme, supporting high-growth companies in scaling operations, accessing funding and expanding into new markets
Strategic memory: Mexico’s template for the Global South
In Barcelona on 18/04/2026, Claudia Sheinbaum denied any diplomatic crisis with Spain over the conquest, shook hands with Pedro Sánchez at a summit defending democracy, and pivoted to indigenous strength. What looks like pragmatic reconciliation is actually a replicable model that will spread faster than anyone admits.
News24 | Children see parents being shot; Zama zamas rule by fear: Today’s top 7 stories
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.
Outcry after names removed from petition in Abdul Aziz Panjwani killing case
A public petition demanding arrests in the killing of Abdul Aziz Panjwani has been altered to remove the names of alleged suspects, raising concerns about transparency as conflicting accounts of the incident emerge
Tshwane CFO denies ‘tender-fixer’ role in R2.9bn security contract
Tshwane CFO Gareth Mnisi denied favouring certain security companies Madlanga witness Sergeant Fannie Nkosi sent to him
News24 | UAE foils Iran-linked terror plot, arrests 27 in major security operation
Authorities in the United Arab Emirates said on Monday they arrested members of an Iran-linked group plotting “terrorist” acts in the country, attempting to recruit Emiratis and funnelling funds to “suspicious” foreign entities.