US tech giant pumping R7.5 billion into South Africa
Global data-centre provider Equinix plans to build more facilities in South Africa as part of a R7.5 billion plan to capitalise on the continent’s artificial-intelligence boom.
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NEWSFLASH: Ramaphosa picks ‘steady hand’ Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu as new SARS boss
Makhubu, who has been deputy commissioner in charge of taxpayer engagement and operations since 2023, is seen as a steady hand well-placed to continue Edward Kieswetter’s drive to turn the revenue service around after it was reduced to a husk of its former self during the period of State Capture under disgraced former president Jacob Zuma.
Investigation into IVF clinics in northern Cyprus after UK families given wrong sperm
Most of the families the BBC has spoken to have completed commercial DNA tests which have confirmed their fears.
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BUSINESS REFLECTION: After the Bell: Edward Kieswetter and the recovery at SARS — something to celebrate
There are not many societies that will celebrate the taxman. But Edward Kieswetter deserves the celebration. Honestly and truly.
News24 | Israel warns Hezbollah chief will pay ‘heavy price’ for Passover attacks
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz on Thursday warned that Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem would pay an “extraordinarily heavy price” for escalating attacks during the ongoing Jewish holidays.
‘Nigerian king’ coronation a ‘kindergarten gimmick’ – Ntshavheni
Ntshavheni emphasised that the recognition of traditional leadership in South Africa is governed by strict legal frameworks.
US Border Patrol homicide ruling: When the state drops you at a closed shop and walks away
A nearly blind Rohingya refugee died on the streets of Buffalo after federal agents left him outside a shuttered doughnut shop in winter. The medical examiner’s homicide ruling this week exposes a pattern South Africans know too well.
Lecturer who called Israel a terrorist state to remain Plaid Cymru candidate
Plaid Cymru says that a university lecturer who called Israel a “terrorist state” will remain a candidate.
Italian FA head Gravina quits over World Cup failure
Gabriele Gravina resigns as the head of the Italian Football Federation following the national side’s failure to to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.
News24 | Police raid home of organised crime officer Fannie Nkosi
Police officers raided the home of organised crime officer Sergeant Fannie Nkosi in Pretoria North on Thursday morning.
Refugee’s death after release by US immigration authorities ruled homicide
The determination does not imply intent to cause harm or death or indicate criminality.
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What nearly went wrong on Nasa’s space mission – and what still could
The Artemis II crew are now hurtling around the earth’s orbit, carrying out final tests and checks before they head towards the moon.
FIFA World Cup: Who are the lowest ranked teams at the finals?
There will be eight lowest ranked teams at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and Bafana Bafana are one of them. Who are the remaining seven?
ISS TODAY: Police corruption thriving as culture of silence keeps scrutiny at bay
Fear of retribution and a leadership that does not prioritise police integrity discourage officers from reporting corrupt colleagues.
News24 | Iraq turns to oil exports through Syria after war shuts Strait of Hormuz
Iraq has begun exporting crude using tanker trucks through Syria, its oil ministry said, as an official said oil revenue last month dropped more than 70% compared to February.
Iran’s focus on survival means same regime still firmly in place
Tehran is showing resilience despite Trump’s claims of regime change, writes BBC Persian editor Amir Azimi.
The $11k World Cup final ticket – what we learned from first open sale
The first open sale of tickets for the 2026 World Cup showed Fifa is charging up to $10,990 (£8,333) to be at the final.
Guardeno in intensive care after collision with vehicle
Spanish cyclist Jaume Guardeno is in intensive care after suffering “serious injuries” in a collision with a vehicle.