SARS scores a legal victory against taxpayers in South Africa
A recent Tax Court ruling confirmed that when SARS selects a test case, affected taxpayers have little control over disputes that may determine their own tax bill.
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Farage pauses Cameo account for security reasons, says Reform UK
It comes after a Guardian investigation suggests the party leader recorded supportive messages for a convicted rioter and a neo-Nazi event.
UAE says it dismantled ‘terrorist network’ funded by Iran, Hezbollah
United Arab Emirates security authorities have dismantled a “terrorist network” allegedly funded and operated by Lebanon’s Hezbollah and its backer Iran, arresting its members, the state news agency said on Friday.
UK says vaccine protects against strain in deadly meningitis outbreak
Britain’s health authorities said on Friday that early laboratory analysis had showed the vaccine being offered to students should protect against the strain of meningitis behind an outbreak in southeast England that has killed two people.
Hungarian NGO protests role of Putin’s former interpreter in OSCE election mission
A Hungarian civil rights group has raised concerns over the role of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s former interpreter in a mission to monitor what is likely to be Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s toughest election fight since he took power in 2010.
Another loss for Proteas, but World Cup is what matters
Wolvaardt’s side trail 2-1 in series after defeat in Auckland
FNB Private leads the 2026 Euromoney Awards, with FNB Premier Banking securing top honours
FNB Private has once again earned multiple honours in the prestigious Euromoney Global Private Banking Awards, reaffirming its leadership in private banking and integrated wealth management.
SA institution becomes first African university to own airport
In a historic move for higher education, a prominent South African university has acquired a 20-hectare airport for its students.
PARLIAMENTARY HEARING: Ad hoc committee chair says ‘far-reaching’ recommendations will be made for police reform
Now that the parliamentary ad hoc committee on the Mkhwanazi allegations has completed its oral hearings, the work shifts to compiling a report that could make recommendations against MPs and reform oversight on policing in the country. But while South Africans have been engulfed by the information that has played out on screens, the question to ask is, was it worth it?
Spiking, rocks on N4: motorists urged to be vigilant against criminals
The Motor Industry Staff Association on Friday warned motorists to remain vigilant against criminals on the N4.
How the smartest South African companies build their marketing strategy
The battle is no longer just for reach, clicks, or reads – it is for attention among decision-makers.
Durban University of Technology SRC calls for calm over NSFAS allowances
The unrest at the Durban and Midlands campuses this week followed concerns about the disbursement of learning material and meal allowances.
Trump’s Pearl Harbor remark overshadows Japan PM visit
President Trump compared US strikes on Iran to the deadly 1941 Japanese attack and declaration of war as part of World War Two.
HEAVY ALIGNMENT: Rassie’s investment in youth will bolster Boks’ World Cup prospects
The Bok coach’s alignment camp selections show how the drive to develop younger options is set to accelerate in the lead-up to the 2027 tournament.
South Africa asks Nigerian billionaire for help
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote’s refinery is being flooded with inquiries as African governments scramble to secure fuel supplies after the Iran war disrupted flows.
Aston Martin say Newey stays principal amid media speculation
Aston Martin says Adrian Newey remains principal of the struggling Formula One team as media speculation ramped up on Thursday that he is set to be replaced by Audi’s Jonathan Wheatley.
Ferrari, Maserati halt Middle East deliveries due to war
Italian luxury sports car makers Ferrari and Maserati said on Thursday they had temporarily suspended deliveries in the Middle East as war rages in the region.
Ghana cocoa buyers lack cash despite price cut
Ghana’s licensed cocoa buyers lack the funds to buy beans from farmers despite the government’s recent move to slash the fixed price it sets for the chocolate ingredient, sources at the firms told Reuters.
South Africa’s oldest food producer is booming
Food producer Premier is expected to report an up to 30% increase in earnings for the 2026 financial year, with developments in the pipeline that set the company up for future success.
South Korea downplays Qatar LNG supply risk after attacks
State-owned QatarEnergy said it will have to declare force majeure on long-term contracts for up to five years for LNG supplies bound for Italy, Belgium, South Korea, and China after the Iranian attacks knocked out 17% of LNG export capacity.
Seven uncapped players in new-era Red Roses squad
Head coach John Mitchell includes a clutch of new faces in England’s Women’s Six Nations squad as he aims to build on September’s Rugby World Cup triumph.