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After Covid furlough and Truss’s bailout, can the UK expect another crisis rescue, asks Laura Kuenssberg.

After several difficult years of offering modest returns and lagging behind global real estate, South Africa’s property market is finally showing signs of recovery.

Phil Campbell’s family said he died “peacefully” following a “courageous battle in intensive care”.

Energy leaders gathered in Lusaka this week for a high-level Southern African Power Pool meeting, emphasising regional cooperation, stronger transmission networks, and investment in renewable energy to meet rising electricity demand

South African comedian and actor, Soli Philander died last week at the age of 65

Ndakhe Gwala says the motive for the shootings is unknown and no arrests have been made yet.

Eskom is in the process of issuing notices to defaulting municipalities before cutting power

Algeria’s Ministry of Knowledge Economy, Start-ups, and Micro-enterprises is working to develop artificial intelligence models tailored to the country’s cultural and social specificities, Minister Noureddine Ouadah said Tuesday. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a working visit to the Wilaya of Médéa, Ouadah said the growing importance of AI across sectors had prompted the […]

The strikes comes after the United States paused ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine due to the war with Iran.

Displaced Palestinians were told to secure their tents to prevent them being blown away as a storm swept through the enclave.

One of Bolsonaro’s doctor’s described the former Brazilian president’s medical condition as “serious.”

Escalation of the Iran conflict is sending shockwaves through global markets — driving up oil, fuel, and commodity prices, stoking inflation and recession risks worldwide. We hear from three NPR reporters in Europe, Asia and Russia.

The move forms part of a broader process of returning cultural artefacts to African countries that started in 2017.‎

Rwanda reappoint globetrotting Englishman Stephen Constantine as head coach of their men’s national team on a two-year contract.

Biniam Solomon was known for his witty and critical cartoons before the free press was closed.

Ramadan and Lent haven’t overlapped since 1993 and couples like Olanrewaju and Kaosara in Nigeria are observing them together.

An ultra-luxury retail concept that began at a petrol station forecourt is rapidly expanding across South Africa.

Nedbank CFO Mike Davis says that South Africa is seeing a push away from cash, which is extremely expensive for banks.

Rachel Reeves says the Treasury is also looking at “different options” to help households most vulnerable to soaring energy bills.

Incidents of collapse are increasing across South Africa and points to serious failures in the regulated construction industry.

Mosiuoa Lekota passed away last week aged 77 at a Johannesburg hospital after a long illness.

Mashatile delivered the eulogy at Lekota’s funeral service at the Grey Sports Ground in Bloemfontein

Lekota’s funeral service is under way at the Grey Sports Ground in Bloemfontein

Mosiuoa Lekota passed away last week aged 77 at a Johannesburg hospital after a long illness.

Costly dropped points?

Orlando Pirates have been held to a 1-1 draw by Siwelele FC at the Orlando Amstel Arena, handing Mamelodi Sundowns an advantage in the Betway Premiership race.

Pakistan batter Salman Agha is reprimanded for his angry reaction to his controversial run-out against Bangladesh in Friday’s one-day international.

Rulani Mokwena looks set to be announced as the new head coach of a top African team. Here’s all the key details below.

Education secretary has claimed lawyers’ criticisms of her department’s policy changes are motivated by profit

Lawyers have been accused of exploiting parents of children with special needs by the education secretary, Bridget Phillipson, who claimed their criticisms of the government’s policy changes were motivated by profit.

Speaking at the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL)...

Lanes have at last reopened along an important traffic link in Claremont following emergency repairs to a popular bridge.

A South African woman who once served as a pilot during the Korean War recently celebrated her 103rd birthday.

Kobe Bryant, Prince and Michael Jackson anchor the emotional but funny tribute video.

The woman beside Black Coffee: From her age to her career, here’s what we know about the DJ’s girlfriend Victoria Gonzalez.

Pirates now lead Mamelodi Sundowns by just one point.

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for 14 March 2026.

The Patriotic Alliance also added its support for the United States and Israel in their ongoing conflict with Iran.

Residents are being urged to join clean-up efforts in their neighbourhoods.

Save money and reduce your carbon footprint with these tips to snag the best deals on quality refurbished and used electronics.

2025 represented an exceptional year for pre-owned vehicle sales.

South Africa could be facing massive petrol price hikes next month due to the conflict in the Middle East, making it more important than ever for motorists to conserve fuel.

The Toyota Corolla Cross is by far the most popular car in one of South Africa’s fastest-growing segments.