South African telecoms giant in hot water in Iran
Africa’s largest telecom company has become embroiled in Iran’s decision to shut down communications during this month’s deadly crackdown on protests.
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News24 | Rights group says it has confirmed over 5 000 killed during Iran protests
A US-based rights group said on Friday it has confirmed the deaths of more than 5 000 people during protests that swept Iran, adding that the vast majority were protesters targeted by security forces.
News24 | Malema pre-sentencing; Mashaba vs Zille as Joburg battle heats up: Today’s top 7 stories
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High levels of corruption cripple SA municipalities but government optimistic about improvements, Ramokgopa says
Minister in the presidency for planning, monitoring and evaluation said there had been progress in implementing the country’s medium-term development plan, running from 2024 to 2029
Environment department warns against using transformer oil on the body over toxic PCB risks
The department has issued a public health warning after reports that transformer oil is being used for medicinal purposes in some communities
News24 | Germany offers SA almost R12bn in climate loans
Germany is in talks with South Africa over a further €720 million in climate-related concessional loans as part of the Just Energy Transition Partnership.
News24 | Rome bids farewell to Valentino: Stars gather at funeral to honour the legendary designer
Stars, including Anne Hathaway and Donatella Versace, gathered in Rome to honour legendary designer Valentino Garavani, who died aged 93.
News24 | Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s daughters desert him as eviction looms
The ex-prince prepares to leave his longtime home as his status crumbles even further
News24 | Trump claim on NATO role in Afghanistan draws UK condemnation
United States President Donald Trump has drawn criticism from British politicians after claiming that NATO forces stayed away from the front line during the war in Afghanistan.
News24 | Rescue mission under way after trench collapse at V&A Waterfront
A rescue mission is under way to free a construction worker at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town. The man was one of two trapped when a trench collapsed on Friday at a construction site.
South Africa is chasing away property investors
Experts warned that the SARB’s continued restrictions on rental income and directors’ fees are arbitrary, deter foreign investment, and undermine South Africa’s competitiveness.
News24 | MTN’s Iran woes deepen with CEO ousted over shutdown delay
Africa’s largest mobile operator has now become embroiled in Iran’s decision to shut down communications during the recent deadly crackdown on protests.
Corruption-accused CFO of vital South African town faces the music
The City of Matlosana’s controversial Chief Financial Officer, Mercy Phetla, has been officially dismissed.
Hidden threat to inflation and interest rates in South Africa
Fast-paced rental inflation has emerged as a key risk to South Africa’s inflation and interest rate outlook.
Nissan to sell South Africa plant
Production of the Nissan Navara pickup truck will end in May 2026, if the deal goes ahead.
Iconic South African mining giant set to double profit
Valterra Platinum said on Friday it expects its annual profit to rise by as much as 106%, on the back of a record rally in platinum prices and operational cost reductions.
Discovery CEO Adrian Gore shares good news about South Africa
The hard work done by business and government in tackling key issues in South Africa is beginning to show in the country’s economic data.
Weekend guide: Best restaurants in Stellenbosch
Explore the best restaurants in Stellenbosch with our weekend guide to top wine bars, legendary steakhouses, and authentic Italian gems.
News24 | SEE | Princess Diana’s niece, Eliza Spencer, celebrates engagement to SA businessman in Cape Town
UK model and niece of Princess Diana, Eliza Spencer, celebrated her engagement to South African businessman, Channing Millerd, in Cape Town during December 2025.
Two parties are eating away at DA support
The DA is feeling the heat after narrowly scraping through to win a previous stronghold in Tshwane over the FF Plus, and losing George to the PA.