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Pepkor hired Merwe Scholtz to head its new banking initiative as Africa’s largest seller of clothing and mobile phones prepares to operate an independent lender from next year.

The Iran war has clouded the outlook for a South African economy that had entered its longest period of economic expansion since 2018, the South African Reserve Bank said.

The postponement allows some time for the prosecution team to finalise charges. 

Gauteng police have confirmed that they are hunting for suspects who shot and killed a woman.

The shortlisted titles include novels and novellas from authors and translators spanning four continents, with stories that range from Japanese-controlled 1930s Taiwan to the streets of Tehran in 1979.

A Russian oil tanker has docked in Cuba, providing temporary relief after months of shortages.

The attack happened in the Artibonite region, where members of the Gran Grif gang have targeted locals in the past.

The Department of Homeland Security has lifted its ban on reviewing asylum applications. And, NPR has confirmed that an Iranian strike injured over a dozen U.S. personnel.

Solomon Ogbonna Eziko’s installation as an Igbo leader in East London has sparked tensions.

Both government and opposition groups have been accused of being responsible for the deadly attack.

Victims describe how they have been targeted while carrying out everyday activities.

The raid led to revenge attacks in Jos, with 22 reported dead so far in one of the most volatile parts of the country.

The National Treasury says that the temporary R3 cut to fuel levies in South Africa is just the first phase of its planned support for fuel pricing, with the second phase still on the way.

One woman says heating oil prices have more than doubled when families are already struggling.

Deputy Minister of Home Affairs says operations for 2026 Easter will be mainly intelligence driven

Minority opposition parties in NMB to table a motion of no confidence against Mayor Babalwa Lobishe

The meeting will be on the road safety campaign ahead of the Easter holidays.

TRC Cases Inquiry probing efforts to stall the prosecution of apartheid-era perpetrators

Conor Benn says a “drastic” difference in money is behind his switch from Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing to Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing.

Broos feels Foster can be more dangerous when making runs and combining with teammates than waiting in the box.

At least one Championship club has raised concerns over a potential conflict of interest involving Northern Ireland and Blackburn manager Michael O’Neill.

Britain’s Jack Draper withdraws from next week’s Monte Carlo Masters as he continues his cautious comeback following an arm injury.

Verushka Singh stepped down as Mrs South Africa to prioritise her family, and first runner up Carika Bebb has now taken the crown.

You don’t need a big budget to enjoy the Easter weekend in South Africa. Here are 9 budget-friendly things to do…

The 2 839th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame belongs to Brandy.

A Russian tanker delivers crucial oil to Cuba, easing shortages as US policy shift provides temporary relief amid ongoing energy crisis.

‘We are paying no attention to those posturing and grand-standing on this project’.

‘As fuel remains a key component of driver operating expenses, Bolt adjusts pricing in response to material cost changes.’

This Middle East war could rage on for months, and never before has a NEV (New Energy Vehicle) made more sense.

Weather forecasting has gotten a big boost from machine learning. How that translates into what users see can vary.

Family pushing for greater controls after inquest finds Oliver Robinson’s prescription was ‘obstacle’ to proper care

Oliver Robinson felt he had exhausted conventional therapies when he left the Priory, a private mental health facility where he was treated for depression and addiction between 2019 and 2022. Initially he found relief from a new kind of prescription elsewhere. But by the time he...

The South African Bookmakers Association wants banks to start blocking payments to unlicensed offshore operators.

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has finally announced the official petrol and diesel price increases motorists will face at the pump this Wednesday.

The Cape Winelands Airport has appointed an architectural firm for its landmark development.

Researchers says millions of people globally could be carriers of the faulty gene behind the disorder.

David Slater, 72, says ministers need to step up and sort out issues with the medication.

Claire Harkin believes the experiences of people who are supporting loved ones with an addiction can be overlooked.