READER LETTER | Lesufi handing treasury to EFF a concern
While coalition politics require compromise, this move appears to be more about political survival than principled governance
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SIYABULELA MAKUNGA | Why do basics still break the budget when inflation cools?
When the basics are already unaffordable, slower increases offer very little comfort.
Why more people are buying their first property later in life
Many South Africans are buying their first houses late in life due to family commitments, employment challenges and prioritising their careers first.
Aurora mine moves to attach lawyer’s assets over R16m dispute
Aurora Gold Mines is seeking to attach the assets of attorney John [Johan] Walker after he allegedly failed to pay over R16 million collected on behalf of the company. This comes as 475 ex-miner workers of the Germiston mine, have been waiting.
The Quick Interview | Thabo X lives childhood dream on Morning Live debut
You might know him as the vibrant voice on YFM, but Thabo Sandisile Xaba — popularly known as Thabo X — has reflected on the surreal first day on Morning Live last week Wednesday.
New era looms for DA as Hill-Lewis takes reins
New DA leadership signals cabinet review and tougher stance within coalition
IN PICS | Budapest turns into party zone after historic election that ends Orban era
Election ends the 16-year rule of right-wing Prime Minister Viktor Orban
SOWETAN | We need more boots on the ground to fight crime
Fighting crime does not only require a long-term commitment from the government of well-trained police but also enough boots on the ground.
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The stories you must read this morning
Taiwan president to visit Eswatini, last diplomatic ally in Africa
TAIPEI, April 13 (Reuters) – Taiwan President Lai Ching-te will visit Eswatini next week, his office said on Monday, the island’s last remaining diplomatic ally in Africa.
Hungary’s conservative icon Orban defeated by centre-right opposition
BUDAPEST, April 12 (Reuters) – Hungary’s veteran nationalist leader Viktor Orban lost power to the upstart centre-right Tisza party in Sunday’s national election after 16 years in office, marking a setback for his allies in Russia and U.S. President Donald Trump’s White House.
Europe’s greatest? McIlroy wants more as majors record nears
Rory McIlroy says “I don’t want to stop here” after emerging victorious from a rollercoaster final round to retain the Masters and match European great Sir Nick Faldo’s haul of six major titles.
Eight to be awarded for bravery in Bondi Junction stabbing in Sydney
Six people were killed and ten injured after a man went on a stabbing rampage in an Australian mall.
UK will not join Trump’s blockade of Iran’s ports in the Strait of Hormuz
UK minesweepers and anti-drone capabilities will continue operating in the region, as pressure ramps up to reopen the key shipping route.
Congressman Eric Swalwell drops out of California governor’s race amid abuse claims
Top Democratic allies intensified pressure on him to exit the gubernatorial race.
Orbán era swept away by Péter Magyar’s Hungary election landslide
Viktor Orbán’s 16 years in power is over, defeated by a 45-year-old ex-party insider who convinced a majority of Hungarians to oust him.
The key shots that helped McIlroy win second Masters
BBC Sport NI looks back on the moments that won Rory McIlroy the 2026 Masters, his second title at Augusta National.
Political turmoil in Indian border state as nine million lose voting rights
Nine million voters have been dropped from rolls in West Bengal, raising concerns over exclusion and fairness.
Oil jumps above $100 after US-Iran talks end without a deal
The failure of negotiations at the weekend has raised concerns that the global energy crisis will deepen.
McIlroy holds nerve to win second successive Masters
Rory McIlroy holds his nerve to shoot a one-under par final round to win the 2026 Masters at Augusta, one shot ahead of Scottie Scheffler.
McIlroy proves he really is free with back-to-back Masters win
Moments after winning the Masters last year, Rory McIlroy said it would be transformative. He has proved that by defending the title at Augusta National.