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Most cyberattacks succeed because they exploit human behaviour rather than technical weaknesses. Consumers are the frontline of defence against cybercrime

At Decorex Africa 2026, soft life shifts from aesthetic trend to cultural enquiry, asking how design can hold space for rest, identity and a more intentional way of living

The message is unmistakable: allies must contribute to the US-Israeli campaign against Iran or face consequences for the partnership itself. Yet, as the conflict enters its fourth week, Trump appears increasingly comfortable with a go-it-alone strategy.

As electricity tariffs continue to rise, squeezing household and small business budgets, a new solar company has entered the market with stokvel and crowdfunding models aimed at making renewable energy more affordable and accessible. Ipeleng Power Solutions (IPS), founded by entrepreneur Ipeleng Mhlanga, 32, launched in Johannesburg this week, offering solar system design, installation,...

The country recognises the platformas a way to strengthen partnerships,promote investment and showcase itscultural and economic strengths.

Senior officials told the Madlanga commission that more than R2bn was siphoned through security deals meant to protect metro police

President Cyril Ramaphosa signalled a push to reset strained ties with the US, backing plans to boost America’s corporate presence in the country as he welcomed “positive signals” on trade relations.
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South Africa will have match officials at the FIFA World Cup after both Abongile Tom and Zakhele Siwela were included.
US President Donald Trump, upset at NATO allies’ failure to help secure the Strait of Hormuz and angry that his plans to acquire Greenland have not moved forward, has discussed with advisersthe option of removing some US troops from Europe, a senior White House official told Reuters on Thursday.
Ford South Africa has released the full line-up and pricing for the updated Ranger, now available nationwide.

Nedbank will have to work very hard to sell this year’s Cup final given that both Durban City and TS Galaxy don’t have huge fan base.
US Vice President JD Vance said that Ukraine’s president had made “scandalous” comments about Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, as he echoed Budapest’s accusations that Kyiv was using energy supplies to try to influence elections there.
The newly established committee to oversee the Presidency intends to take a look at all the task teams and advisory bodies within the Presidency.

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No EFF leader has been implicated in the allegations stemming from the Madlanga Commission, according to the party’s president, Julius Malema.