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Cops arrest two men and confiscate chemicals and containers bearing well-known brand names
THURSDAY, 05 MARCH 2026, 14:27

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Cops arrest two men and confiscate chemicals and containers bearing well-known brand names

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Set in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, development is underway at Brahman Hills on the Serenity Garden – a new multi-million rand, 22-hectare project set to feature the world’s largest labyrinth.

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Five of the BBC’s 14-strong board, including the chairman, are currently appointed by the government.

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The world’s most famous dog show gets underway in Birmingham.

South Africa
Technical teams in the uMhlathuze Municipality are working around the clock to restore power.

South Africa
Smith pleaded guilty to several charges, including corruption and fraud.

South Africa
Traffic officers are on standby to respond to any weather-related emergencies.

South Africa
Paul O’Sullivan is appearing before Ad Hoc Committee probing corruption in the justice system

World
The U.S. and Israel said they conducted new strikes inside Iran overnight, targeting ballistic missile launchers. Iran claimed it struck a U.S. oil tanker in the northern Persian Gulf.

World
As Iran launches its Shahed drones at Gulf nations in retaliation for strikes by the U.S. and Israel, Ukraine offers its expertise at downing the drones Russia has lobbed at its cities for years.

World
China says it will send a special envoy to the Middle East to help mediate the US-Israel-Iran war, as Chinese political elites gather in Beijing for the annual “Two Sessions.”
World
A second Iranian warship was heading toward Sri Lanka’s territorial waters, a day after a US submarine destroyed an Iranian frigate, killing at least 87 sailors, a minister told parliament.

Africa
The M23, which controls the coltan-rich area, has not commented and the death toll is hard to verify.

Africa
The author’s 21-month-old son died in January after complications during medical procedures at a private hospital in Lagos.

Africa
Mosiuoa Lekota was imprisoned with former South African President Nelson Mandela on Robben Island.

Africa
A project to introduce unmanned sites is part of a broader adoption of digital technologies.
Business

Business
Nedbank has announced a partnership with Crypto.com, as it looks to leverage blockchain-enabled payment infrastructure.

Business
Sean Hoatson, the CEO of Normandien Farms, said the group has laid criminal charges against members of parliament for trespassing, crimen injuria, and racist behaviour.
Business

Politics
Deputy President Paul Mashatile answers oral questions in the National Council of Provinces.

Politics
The SACP says the billboard is misleading and distasteful

Politics
Mosiuoa Lekota had stepped back from active politics last year to focus on his health.

Politics
Mpumalanga Premier Mandla Ndlovu delivers the state of the province at the Mpumalanga legislature.

Sport
The SA Rugby awards take place on Thursday night, and here are all the details for you to watch and follow the show.

Sport
Great Britain’s Jo Butterfield and Jason Kean suffer a heavy 14-3 loss to world number one ranked side South Korea.

Sport
Both the elite men’s and women’s races at the 2026 Cape Town Cycle Tour feature stacked fields with course records in danger.

Sport
Jordaan says talks will be held with Hugo Broos after the 2026 FIFA World Cup, leaving the door open for the coach to continue leading Bafana.
Education
[Nile Post] KAMWENGE — Kamwenge District is set to host its annual primary schools athletics championship this March, bringing together pupils from government-aided and private schools across the district.
Education
[Daily Trust] The federal government has placed a six-year moratorium on the establishment of tertiary institutions across the country.
Education
[Vanguard] Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has approved the recruitment of 3,050 teachers in the state.
Education
[Premium Times] The council also granted comprehensive insurance coverage for the 180 federal unity schools nationwide.

Lifestyle
A new attraction is taking shape in the KZN Midlands – including what is set to become the world’s largest labyrinth.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Thobile MaKhumalo revealed that Musa Mseleku had some scathing words for her off-camera about her struggle to fall pregnant.

Entertainment
R4 million waiting to be claimed by one lucky Standard Bank account holder.
Entertainment

Entertainment
What happens when those ordered to protect us, instead turn killer.

Entertainment
More than 100 000 people have made withdrawals from the Alexander Forbes website since 1 March, causing technical issues and delaying withdrawals.

Science/Tech
Mimecast research shows an increase in malicious insider incidents over the past year.

Science/Tech
Is a $250 Bluetooth speaker worth it? If it’s this one made by KEF, it just might be.

Science/Tech
AI is reshaping the workforce – TForge’s Antony Makins unpacks the skills revolution and what it means for you.

Science/Tech
Suunto’s latest adventure fitness tracker finally introduces a bright AMOLED screen that’s great for maps.
Motoring

Motoring
The Transport Department has missed a critical date for implementation of its 8-year driver’s licences.
Motoring
Motoring

Health
The chair of the independent commission on adult social care also says the care system relies on the exploitation of its workforce.
Health
Agency officials promise fast reviews of new treatments while vowing they will not be a “rubber stamp” for the industry. But patients with rare diseases view recent decisions as signs that the doors are closing on their options.
Health
A dispute between the nonprofit Housing Works and the owner of a cannabis dispensary shows the risks for businesses in an industry that is locked out of traditional financing and resources.

Health
Nine-year-old Jack Moate died in 2015, weeks after an operation carried out by a now-suspended surgeon.