RAIL REVIVAL: Creecy unveils National Rail Master Plan to fix SA’s economic spine
Minister Barbara Creecy’s new plan may finally exorcise the demons of the nine wasted State Capture years – and South Africa may get back on the rails again.
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GROWTH TRAJECTORY: Reform engine stalls at street level as municipal failures blunt SA’s progress
South Africa’s economic reform story is increasingly one of two speeds — steady progress at the centre, and stubborn dysfunction on the ground.
Ekurhuleni City manager Lerutla ‘pays off’ to evade rule of law
Kagiso Lerutla allegedly pays to avoid the rule of law.
Watch: Girl describes finding rare Mexican axolotl in Wales
Evie, 10, tells the BBC about finding the axolotl – named Dippy – and bringing it home to Leicester.
REHABILITATION & REINTEGRATION: A bold move towards justice: Redefining the role of formerly incarcerated leaders
The Global Freedom Consultancy aims to leverage the insights of formerly incarcerated leaders to drive transformative change in rehabilitation and reintegration.
Proxy attacks in UK a real and growing concern, says PM
The prime minister says he is increasingly worried a number of countries are behind attacks in the UK.
SEEKING JUSTICE: Swimming SA faces fresh legal pressure as artistic duo ask court to compel disclosure
Swimming SA is under legal fire as two artistic swimmers approached the Gauteng Division of the High Court to compel the federation to hand over key documents in a case already marred by overturned rulings and missed deadlines.
Cryptic Crossword JDE 527
Welcome to the only South Africanised weekly cryptic crossword.Clue of the week:10 Extend scandal about Musk (8)
SECURITY MATTERS: Crimefighting: While underspending criticised, there is hope that the Loerboer will soon be back
With only 18% of its capital budget spent and rising crime rates, Nelson Mandela Bay faces pressure to expedite spending and restore crucial crime prevention technology.
24 April 2026
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HELPING HANDS: Global community opens hearts to Gqeberha boy after freak rugby injury
A rugby tackle gone wrong and a mid-air clash of heads left a Gqeberha schoolboy with severe facial injuries. But within hours, donations poured in from near and far, to bring him home and support his recovery.
PC Andrew Harper’s widow unveils ‘hero’ memorial
A stone tribute honours PC Harper, who was dragged by a car after confronting quad bike thieves.
Woman killed by bear in Polish forest, son and local government say
In an extremely rare fatal encounter, the 58-year-old was killed as she was walking in a mountainous area, her son told rescuers.
New Zealand great Bates to retire from internationals
New Zealand all-rounder Suzie Bates will retire from international cricket after this year’s Women’s T20 World Cup, ending an illustrious 20-year career.
Masked Iranian forces appear to seize ships in staged video
Analysis indicates that parts of the video appear to have been filmed hours after the ships were reportedly seized.
ASK DR LUVUYO BAYENI | The benefits of regular health screening
It can help in the early detection of potential problems and assist people to understand their risk profile
Meet the 19-metre octopus that prowled the seas 100 million years ago
Giant octopuses may have ruled the oceans 100 million years ago, according to fossil evidence.
Political parties cautiously welcome Dimpane’s appointment as Masemola becomes the fourth national police commissioner to be removed
Political parties have raised concern over instability in the SAPS leadership after National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola’s suspension and Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane’s appointment as acting commissioner
No rape took place outside Epsom church, say police
The force said the woman concerned had injured her head on an night out and made ‘a confused report’.
Grime artist Skepta cleared of drug-driving charge
The charges are dismissed after a court hears an expert cannot be sure the reading was accurate.
Jewish man called ‘baby killer’ in antisemitic attack
The victim says he feared for his life after being assaulted and subjected to antisemitic abuse.