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The fire broke out at the former East London Central Synagogue on Tuesday morning.

Thulasizwe Gasa, who was employed by a contractor, was gunned down inside the Shalazile informal settlement, about 30m from the Shalazile microgrid plant in the early hours on Saturday.

The testimony will relate to the 541-kilogram cocaine theft in Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal.

The decision to place NSFAS under administration has drawn criticism from unions and student bodies.

SAPS orders National Coloured Congress MP, Fadiel Adams to hand himself over to the police station

The higher international oil prices as a result of the ongoing tensions between the US and Iran.

Film star Vijay has defied naysayers to almost sweep Tamil Nadu polls, marking a break in the political order.

Authorities said search and rescue at a fireworks plant in a central Chinese province has largely been completed, but verification of the casualties and identification of the victims are still underway.

The BBC explains what experts have to say about the infection risks associated with cruise ships.

A cruise ship with nearly 150 people aboard was waiting for help off the coast of Cape Verde in the Atlantic Ocean after three passengers died in a suspected outbreak of the rare hantavirus.

Former Defence Minister Sadio Camara was killed in a massive offensive by combined jihadist and separatist forces.

Malawi’s rollout of a digital tax platform has triggered widespread business protests, with traders arguing that economic pressures and foreign exchange shortages were ignored during consultations

Inflation in mainland Tanzania is expected to remain within the 3% to 5% target range, supported by stable food supply and exchange rate stability

More than 100 gangs are operating nationwide as the growing use of political thugs raises fears of election violence.

South Africa’s telecommunications market says ‘welcome’ to a new digital-first connectivity service.

The Department of Home Affairs has gazetted draft regulations to pave the way for a digital ID in the country.

A Constitutional Court battle over the NHI scheme starts on Tuesday, bringing the first wave of legal challenges to a head.

New research has shown a 28% growth in shops selling vape products in Scottish towns and cities.

Pule Mabe is accused of fraud, theft and money laundering.

ANC in Mangaung awaiting direction from higher structures after regional conference was nullified.

The ANC has given members who have dual membership until 11 May to submit a written declaration.

The two sides met at former President Jacob Zuma’s residence in Nkandla to discuss various issues

Mamelodi Sundowns have confirmed a key schedule change for their final match of the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season.

Junior Khanye believes a major squad overhaul is coming at Kaizer Chiefs, naming five players who could be shown the door.

Here is the kick off time to note as the Junior Springboks head into a blockbuster against the New Zealand U20s on Saturday.

Morgan-Gibbs White might need a “miracle” to be ready for Nottingham Forest’s Europa League semi-final second leg – but his head coach Vitor Pereira is hopeful.

Following a second record fuel-price hike, here are the notable taxi fare increases for May 2026 … with more price pain anticipated …

The festival will return for its 27th edition this year.

Women urged to exercise to prevent health risks.

Gerhard Otto, head of Disaster Management, has scheduled a meeting with the Department of Education for Tuesday to discuss possible school closures along the Garden Route ahead of severe rainfall.

Police have been on a manhunt for Adams, with weekend reports suggesting they raided a home in Mitchell’s Plain on Saturday morning in search of him.

Reduce unnecessary plastic waste and petroleum-based neoprene at your local break with the best sustainable wetsuits, sunglasses, and more.

Snode Technologies argues that digital twins live or die on the secure infrastructure feeding them data.

Younger workers increasingly see company data as career capital, raising the stakes for South African employers.

Global cyber security and digital privacy firm to shed light on issues affecting organisations at the ITWeb Security Summit in Cape Town.

GWM South Africa has, for the moment, not approved the Hi4-T for the local market under the P300 banner.

South Africa’s automotive industry kept up its strong performance in April 2026 despite an uncertain global backdrop.

A United Arab Emirates-based rail company has been announced as one of the 11 private rail companies that will operate on South Africa’s tracks.

Alison Scott-Wright, also known as ‘The Magic Sleep Fairy’ has appeared on TV giving advice around improving the sleep of babies.

Dr Aziza explains why napping could be a sign of a bigger issue