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AMABHUNGANE COMMENT: Why amaBhungane is challenging the Public Procurement Act
Judge Mbuyiseni Madlanga says public procurement is being used ‘against us’ as South Africans. We agree. That is why we’ve gone to the Constitutional Court.
FRIDAY, 24 APRIL 2026, 05:56
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Judge Mbuyiseni Madlanga says public procurement is being used ‘against us’ as South Africans. We agree. That is why we’ve gone to the Constitutional Court.

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A data breach at Biobank and Trump’s new orders to US troops in the Middle East lead Friday’s papers.

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Some young attendees say the event demonstrated a more inclusive French culture taking shape.

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Gannon Ken Van Dyke allegedly made trades on Polymarket on the basis of classified information, the justice department says.

South Africa
Shebe Maburna has been behind bars at the Polokwane Correctional Centre since November last year.

South Africa
The man was shot in his head while the woman sustained two gunshot wounds to her chest.

South Africa
Operations will focus on major routes linking economic hubs and minor roads.
South Africa
President Ramaphosa to address Global Inequality Dialogue
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Friday deliver a keynote address to the public Global Inequality Dialogue at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg.“During its 2025 G20 Presidency, South Africa commissioned the first-ever global inequality report from a committee of independent experts led by Nobel Laureate...

World
A court has convicted 20 people for the 2018 mob lynching of two men falsely accused of kidnapping children.

World
The Tiktok star’s attorneys have maintained his innocence and vowed to “vigorously defend” him.

World
The incident is the latest eyebrow-raising bet on Polymarket, as allegations of rigging and manipulation continue to haunt the popular prediction market site.

World
Central Command said it has intercepted 33 vessels since imposing a blockade on ships coming to and from Iran.

Africa
Cyril Ramaphosa said the suspension was because of the critical role Fannie Masemola plays in fighting crime.

Africa
Opposition parties accused the security forces of killing protesters but the official report does not say who was responsible.

Africa
At 17, Rasheed Wasiu was detained as security forces cracked down on protests against police brutality.

Africa
Zambia authorities and Edgar Lungu’s family are in a dispute over where former leader’s remains should be buried.

Business
Silk production is an increasingly high-tech business in India.

Business
It is unusual for a senior figure at the Bank to be so forthright on market movements.
Business

Business
Airlines are putting up prices and cancelling flights in response to higher jet fuel prices.

Politics
Support for democracy in KwaZulu-Natal has fallen to its lowest levels in decades, with trust in government and institutions collapsing. Yet, most residents say they would vote if elections were held tomorrow

Politics
Masemola was questioned by MPs on 9 and 10 October last year, with a follow-up on 17 March

Politics
Puleng Dimpane has been appointed as the Acting National Police Commissioner.

Politics
The election of the mayor and speaker was set to take place after their sudden resignation on Monday

Sport
Luke Littler overcome the boos in Liverpool to strengthen his grip on a play-off place in the Premier League with an impressive 6-0 win over Jonny Clayton.

Sport
Luke Littler overcome the boos in Liverpool to strengthen his grip on a play-off place in the Premier League with an impressive 6-0 win over Jonny Clayton.

Sport
Enzo Fernandez is wanted by Manchester City, Aston Villa identify James Trafford as a potential Emiliano Martinez replacement and Manchester United are keen on Micky van de Ven.

Sport
James McClean admits his career is in jeopardy due to a long-standing hip injury and will explore the possibility of surgery to fix the problem.
Education
The federal Department of Education said it would begin a civil rights investigation, reviewing teachings by a group known as N.Y.C. Educators for Palestine.
Education
[Ghanaian Times] The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has stepped up its fire safety education efforts in Suhum Municipality and Abetifi Odwenease as part of ongoing campaigns to prevent fire outbreaks and improve emergency readiness.
Education
[GroundUp] A North West school owes over R600,000 after defaulting on rental agreements for two photocopiers and a phone system. Meanwhile 789 learners are left with broken toilets and crumbling classrooms
Education
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia — The President of the Association of Liberian Students Studying in Europe (ALSSE),Julius Nyerere Gbowee, has challenged Liberian students to resist the urge to pause their personal and professional development while seeking academic opportunities abroad.

Lifestyle
Minister of Sport, Gayton McKenzie, has pledged to gift 16 football fans a trip to the FIFA World Cup. Here’s how you could win…

Lifestyle
Sindi Dlathu shares an emotional tribute following the passing of legendary beauty queen Cynthia Shange at age 76.

Lifestyle
Investing in property can be one of the most rewarding long-term financial decisions, but it also comes with risks that require careful planning.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
A third suspect is on the run.

Entertainment
The men and women in blue were handcuffed during two operations.

Entertainment
International EDM superstar and Jetour brand ambassador Alan Walker performs at the JETOUR International conference welcome dinner in Beijing.

Entertainment
Catch up on the biggest stories this Thursday, 23 April 2026, in our simple daily news update.

Science/Tech
The master sergeant allegedly used classified intel to profit on the capture of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro, marking the first US arrest for insider trading on a prediction market.

Science/Tech
A memo from Michael Kratsios says firms, mainly in China, are wrongfully distilling US AI models.
Science/Tech
Apple has fixed a bug that could cause parts of Signal notifications to remain stored on iPhones even after messages disappeared and the app was deleted. “Affected users concerned about push notifications can update their devices to stop what Apple characterized as ‘notifications marked for deletion’ that ‘could be unexpectedly retained on the device,'” reports Ars Technica. “According to...
Science/Tech
The chip maker reported a 7 percent rise to $13.6 billion in its latest quarter, more than $1 billion more than Wall Street expected.

Motoring
JAC has introduced South Africa’s cheapest double-cab bakkie to the market.

Motoring
The AGSA has warned that SAA is at risk of being declared insolvent in the next 12 months.

Motoring
Carmakers are bringing safer versions of their cars to South Africa.
Motoring
Health
The treatment, the first of its kind, was approved by the Food and Drug Administration on Thursday. “Our baby was born deaf, and now he can hear,” said one parent.

Health
Drinking the odd pint of beer can provide “substantial levels” of an essential brain-boosting vitamin in your diet, according to new research in a respected journal.
Health
Vaccine skeptics, ‘organic moms’ and environmental activists came together toelect President Trump. Butsome voters are disillusioned and might not turn out again.

Health
The data of hundreds of thousands of people who participated in the UK’s health data project was for sale on the website Alibaba.