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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.
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.
Kizza Besigye was rushed to the clinic of his personal doctor, where he was treated, and then returned to prison late at night.

Fashion and film stars gathered in Rome on Friday for the funeral of the fashion designer Valentino Garavani.

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.
Family, friends and grieving community members gathered at Sebokeng hall in Vereeniging on Friday to honour the lives of the 14 pupils killed in a tragic accident in Vanderbiljpark earlier this week.
Africa’s largest mobile operator has now become embroiled in Iran’s decision to shut down communications during the recent deadly crackdown on protests.

The City of Matlosana’s controversial Chief Financial Officer, Mercy Phetla, has been officially dismissed.

The groom has said his mother Victoria “danced very inappropriately on me in front of everyone”.

Fast-paced rental inflation has emerged as a key risk to South Africa’s inflation and interest rate outlook.

While TikTok’s future in the US has been secured, questions remain about exactly what changes US users will see.

Production of the Nissan Navara pickup truck will end in May 2026, if the deal goes ahead.

Tottenham enter into talks with Liverpool as they look to secure a deal for left-back Andy Robertson.

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.

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Malema has been convicted of five counts relating to the discharging of a gun in 2018

Marcus Fakana, 19, was killed in a car crash shortly after being released from prison in Dubai.

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.

Explore the best restaurants in Stellenbosch with our weekend guide to top wine bars, legendary steakhouses, and authentic Italian gems.

England have called up uncapped 20-year-old prop Vilikesa ‘Billy’ Sela for the Six Nations to cover a crop of tighthead injuries, while Exeter number eight Greg Fisilau is rewarded for his fine club form.