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SA violent crime down, but still unacceptably high, Cachalia says
The acting police minister also stressed the need to tackle organised crime, which President Cyril Ramaphosa last week singled out as ‘the most immediate threat to our democracy, our society and economic development’

Ramaphosa pauses NHI implementation pending Constitutional Court ruling
The Constitutional Court will hear challenges to the National Health Insurance Act from 5 to 7 May 2026

Top South African CEO slams John Steenhuisen
Restrictions placed on the dairy industry by the South African government to curb an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease place it at serious risk, said Clover’s CEO.

From monopoly to market: Inside South Africa’s next phase of electricity reform
New report warns electricity reform hinges on execution, not policy
News24 | Iran denies US demanded nuclear halt, contradicting Trump as 15-day deadline looms
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said US negotiators have not requested Tehran end its nuclear enrichment programme, contradicting statements from American officials.
News24 | Bitter feud over Madiba’s home; Grace Mugabe ‘fears being arrested’: Today’s top 7 stories
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News24 | UK police search as royals reel: Andrew’s arrest sparks monarchy crisis
Police searched the former home of ex-prince Andrew for a second day, as his sensational arrest tipped the British monarchy into a crisis unprecedented in its modern era.

South Africans Abroad: Promising talent secures move to Croatia
The South Africa youth international has secured a big move to Europe after spending years with Ubuntu Football Academy.

Andre de Ruyter gives a high five to Cyril Ramaphosa
Former Eskom CEO Andre de Ruyter has praised President Cyril Ramaphosa for laying down the law about the liberalisation of South Africa’s electricity industry.

Iconic company that left South Africa more than doubles profit in a year
AngloGold Ashanti on Friday posted a near tripling in full-year profit, mainly driven by record gold prices and increased production, and declared reserves of nearly 5 million ounces at its US greenfield project.

Plan to save 134-year-old South African company from liquidation
South Africa’s trade ministry said on Friday it would oppose the liquidation of sugar producer Tongaat Hulett, warning of severe consequences for jobs, farmers, and the country’s sugar industry.

Standard Bank’s R1 billion business banking overhaul
Standard Bank has invested R1 billion in overhauling its online business banking platform to strengthen its Business and Commercial Banking division.

Sundowns, Pirates or Chiefs? Who has the most wins in the PSL era?
Mamelodi Sundowns recently recorded their 501th league win by beating Orlando Pirates, but who has the most wins in the PSL era?