President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa is a reform-driven investment haven
President Cyril Ramaphosa pitched South Africa as a reform-driven investment haven at a time of increasing global uncertainty.
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SA’s water crisis deepens: Nearly half of wastewater systems critical
The latest Green, Blue and No Drop reports show widespread deterioration of water and sanitation infrastructure. Nearly half of wastewater systems are critical, drinking water improvements are marginal and non-revenue water losses remain high in multiple provinces, highlighting urgent need for municipal investment and reform
News24 | Here are the Powerball and Powerball Plus results
Here are the Powerball and Powerball Plus results.
WEATHER: Extreme heat in the Cape, rain looms in three provinces
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Wednesday, 1 April 2026.
News24 | Lottery fraud case against Jozi FM board chair referred to Commercial Crimes Unit
Witnesses allege Rapitse Montsho attempted to intimidate them in breach of his bail conditions.
News24 | EU urges fuel conservation as Middle East war adds to Europe’s energy bill
The EU urged member states on Tuesday to try to push down domestic demand for fuel and prepare to secure oil supplies, warning of potentially prolonged effects of the Middle East war on energy prices.
‘Lion King’ chant dispute: SA composer vs Zim comedian in court
Grammy-winning SA composer sues Zim comedian over Lion King chant dispute, sparking debate on culture, comedy, and meaning.
Birthright citizenship at the Supreme Court: What South Africa’s constitution can teach America
As the Supreme Court weighs birthright citizenship in Trump v. Barbara, KuGompo’s street violence over a Nigerian “king” reveals what both countries’ constitutions cannot resolve alone.
Fuel prices rise on Wednesday; government announces temporary relief
Petrol will rise by R3.06 a litre and diesel by up to R7.51/litre but a temporary R3/litre fuel levy relief will be in effect until 5 May
University of Fort Hare vice-chancellor placed on precautionary suspension pending disciplinary process
The council cites seriousness of allegations and risks to institutional governance after forensic investigation. The VC had alerted the council to the ‘misstep’ and sought to rectify it
South African billionaire from Potchefstroom now richer than Johann Rupert
South African-born billionaire Nathan Kirsh is set to become richer than Johann Rupert after the $29.1 billion sale of Jetro Restaurant Depot to Sysco, earning an estimated $20.3 billion from his 70% stake.
Kaizer Chiefs officially introduce their Glamour Ladies team
Kaizer Chiefs Ladies have already played a match against UJ in the Gauteng Sasol League but they were officially unveiled on Tuesday.
End of the road for 130-year-old South African food producer on the JSE
After over five decades on the JSE, RFG has officially been delisted from the exchange following its acquisition by Premier.
Olifants River faces extreme warming by 2100, threatening fish and macroinvertebrates
New research projects the Olifants River in the Kruger National Park could reach daily water temperatures of 42–44°C by the end of the century under a high-emissions scenario, putting fish, macroinvertebrates and freshwater ecosystems at serious risk