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News24 | PODCAST | The Lead: You’ve met the ‘Cat’, but who is Mike van Wyk?
Seasoned broadcast journalist Graeme Raubenheimer brings you The Lead, News24’s definitive podcast for in-depth reporting.
News24 | Africa’s nuclear power push faces big obstacles
African countries are turning to nuclear energy to boost power supply and cut emissions. Yet complex financing, long timelines and safety demands mean only a few nations may realistically bring reactors online.
The R650,000 investment that became R300 million
Curro founder Chris van der Merwe said he bought back 1% of his company from Naspers for R650,000, which later grew to R300 million.
WEATHER: Rain showers expected in parts of SA
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Tuesday, 31 March 2026.
Warning signs not to ignore: Beware of the Agapanthus and others
Warning signs across South Africa may warn, amuse and confuse, blending Latin names, local humour, and everyday encounters.
News24 | Tuesday’s weather: Foggy morning, cloudy and warm with isolated thundershowers across SA
Morning fog is expected in most parts of the country. The day will be cloudy and warm, with isolated thundershowers in the afternoon, according to the South African Weather Service.
Bitcoin under pressure
Bitcoin fell to its lowest level in more than three weeks as traders turned defensive following the year’s largest options expiry, while investors continued pulling money from crypto exchange-traded funds.
News24 | Mchunu returns to ANC NEC; Beheading accused refuses mental review: 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.
News24 | Rubio says US receives ‘positive messages’ from Iran after alleged regime change
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday voiced hope for working with elements within Iran’s government, saying the United States privately had received positive messages.
News24 | Spain closes airspace to US planes involved in war on Iran
Spain has closed its airspace to planes of the United States involved in the US-Israel war on Iran, the latest step in the country’s opposition to the conflict.
One decision cost South Africa 5 million jobs and R4.5 trillion
An economist has argued that South Africa’s economic stagnation over the past 15 years largely stems from the rise of Jacob Zuma, whose era of state capture weakened institutions and slowed growth.
Giriyondo Border Post reopens after Kruger flood damage
Giriyondo Border Post reopens on 31 March 2026, restoring access between Kruger and Limpopo parks for cross-border safari travel.
FNB CEO to take early retirement
FNB CEO Harry Kellan will step down at the end of this year, which comes amid sweeping changes being made across South Africa’s oldest bank.
The boerewors machine: How a record-low refugee cap became a fast-track for one group
The US set its lowest-ever refugee ceiling at 7,500. Then it set a monthly processing target for one country that blows past that number in weeks.
South Africans warned about fake bank statements and payslips
South Africans who try to secure home loans with fake bank statements or payslips risk severe consequences, including imprisonment and blacklisting.
Can talks save South Africa’s NHI from a courtroom war?
Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi has met the South African Medical Association — one of the organisations taking him to court about the National Health Insurance Act — to talk about “things we have in common”. President Cyril Ramaphosa is planning to meet Business Unity South Africa again after an initial meeting in 2024, during which they discussed alternatives to the NHI