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Changing “people’s lives for the better” requires “winning state power”, the Coventry South MP says.

Follow our live build-up, with toss and team news, ahead of our full text commentary stream of the World Cup warm-up.

The US president called for Republicans to go for the ‘Nuclear Option’ in order to end the Democratic Senate roadblock.

The relatives of the late Virginia Giuffre, who accused the royal of sexual abuse, say she would be “proud”.

Court has ruled that Chief Albert Luthuli’s death was as a result of assault injuries.

The State in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial is expected to continue with cross-examination.

Mkhwanazi allegedly used his powers to supply Matlala’s private vehicles with EMPD blue lights.

The Gaudí-designed architectural marvel now stands at an impressive 162.91 metres.

Communities across the northern Caribbean are dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa. The storm has left many without homes, power or communication.

The men are accused of running a drug ring in New York City that sold counterfeit prescription opioid pills through social media.

Tensions remain with protests expected to continue, after demonstrations were reported in some towns overnight.

The announcement comes after growing reports of the mass killings, including of patients at a hospital.

Hadush Kebatu was given the money to avoid a “slower, more expensive process”, Downing Street said.

Sudan was thrown into disarray in 2023 when its army and a paramilitary group began a power struggle.

Here are 5 important things happening in South Africa today, Friday, 31 October 2025.

South Africa’s red meat industry is in crisis as the country battles what experts are calling one of the most severe epidemics in its history. 

If you’re struggling to get on top of your money, here are four ways to help you manage it better.

Railway operators have new options for electric trains including getting rid of locomotives altogether.

The United Nations Security Council has condemned the assault by the paramilitary RSF on El Fasher.

Deputy President, Paul Mashatile, says Madlanga Commission indicates how much cleaning must be done.

Minority parties have filed a motion of no confidence in Joburg Mayor Dada Morero.

Former manager Neil Warnock says Cardiff City are reaping the rewards of allowing attacking midfielder Rubin Colwill a free role in the team.

The Proteas Women will face India at a packed out stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday in the Cricket World Cup final.

Former Kaizer Chiefs defender and captain fantastic Fabian McCarthy has not one but two sons plying their trade at the mighty Amakhosi.

Premier League trio want Karl Etta Eyong, AC Milan are interested in Joshua Zirkzee loan, Manchester United are not pursuing Kevin Filling, while Chelsea lead race for Kenan Yildiz, plus more.

National Audit Office finds £415m overspend as more children travel farther to schools that meet their needs

Home-to-school transport costs in England have risen to £2.3bn a year, as increasing numbers of children with special educational needs and disabilities travel farther afield to schools that can meet their requirements, according to a report.

More than half a million children and young...

Petrolheads, rejoice: the Killarney Motor Show is returning to Cape Town this weekend, and it promises to be bigger and better than ever.

Since stepping down, former minister of police, Bheki Cele has had the time to enjoy trying new things during his retirement….

Despite being one of South Africa’s funniest comedians, Leon Schuster has opened up about his personal battle with depression and loneliness.

A group of Afrikaners who penned the ‘Not in our name’ open letter to President Trump are asking South Africans to sign their petition.

The network operator has released a trading statement for the six months ended 30 September 2025 and expects to release its interim results for the period on 10 November 2025.

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure wants to launch a digital infrastructure tracking platform by March 2026.

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On 1 October 2025, the Projects and Innovation Directorate in the Faculty of Education at the University of the Free State (UFS) proudly hosted a certificate ceremony to honour ten Grade 12 learners from Mampoi Secondary School in Phuthaditjhaba on the Qwaqwa Campus.

Brand’s new energy vehicle division will grow by a further two models in 2026.

First Changan-badged SUV in South Africa has a single powertrain option, but can be specified with five or seven seats.

The sibling of the Peugoet Landtrek becomes South Africa’s first range-extending electric bakkie.

UK Health Security Agency urges people to get vaccinated with cases on the rise.