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EFF wins Gauteng war over ANC
Nkululeko Dunga is back in the provincial executive after the ANC agreed to an EFF MEC post, marking a major step in coalition politics before the 2026 elections

Extreme heat is becoming Southern Africa’s defining climate and health threat, report warns
Extreme heat is no longer a future problem. A major new report warns it is intensifying inequality, illness and climate vulnerability across Southern Africa and the worst-hit are often those least able to escape it

‘Kaizer Chiefs sign Orlando Pirates star Rele Mofokeng on pre-contract’
April is regarded as a start of a new financial year for many companies, and Kaizer Chiefs have taken full advantage of it 😉

Rand Show 2026 promises to be bigger, bolder and more electric than ever before
Alongside headline entertainment, the Rand Show is opening a window into the future, providing all South Africans a space to learn, explore and discover how technology and gaming are shaping everyday life, education and opportunity

The world is going nuts: South Africa’s contribution to global trends
Nut exports from South African markets grow as global demand rises, with some popular myths around certain nuts busted.

Japanese carmaker pledges R10 billion for KZN amid record SA investments
A leading carmaker says it will inject R10.4 billion into KwaZulu-Natal, as President Cyril Ramaphosa hails a new phase of economic growth.

Social development appoints acting DG after Ramaphosa’s scathing rebuke
Minister of Social Development Sisisi Tolashe was forced to retract a DG vacancy post she defended after President Cyril Ramaphosa clarified that the power to appoint someone in the position lay with him

Tygerberg Children’s Choir: Young SA voices to be reckoned with
Tygerberg Children’s Choir ranks among the world’s best, with global titles, royal performances, and a legacy of excellence.

A golden legacy for Gauteng: Thank you for the journey of a lifetime
For nearly two decades, the Bombela Concession Company has had the immense privilege of moving the people of Gauteng. As our 19.5-year Concession Agreement draws to a close on 27 March 2026, we reflect on an incredible journey. We aren’t simply handing back a transit system; we are proudly delivering one of South Africa’s most […]

Media role under focus amid concerns over youth election turnout
Analysts warn that low youth turnout remains a concern for the credibility of the electoral process.

Nuclear sector an important economic growth driver, says NWU vice-chancellor
Prof Mzubanzi Bismark Tyobeka said global energy demand and the need for stable power supply continue to place nuclear energy at the centre of long-term planning in many countries.

Elon Musk’s Starlink declared ‘legitimate military target’
Iran has officially designated the Starlink network, owned by the 54-year-old South Africa-born Elon Musk, as a military target.

April Fools’ Day: Where did it all begin?
A day of jokes, but where did it start?A day that brings happiness, laughs and fun.