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The ANC welcomed Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s apology for his comments during the Johannesburg water crisis, appreciating his accountability and clarification that his remarks were not intended to suggest differing hardships based on social standing

The Cabinet Office says the move is “by mutual agreement” but it follows months of negative media reports about his performance.

Unions angry, but government says it demonstrates its commitment to workforce.

It’s alleged the dealership’s representative, Yusuf Omar, expressed dissatisfaction on social media.

The alliance says the rights to continue economic activity must be respected.

Three choppers have joined Cape Town firefighters in efforts to contain a veld fire.

Maema says he opted for retirement after Batohi allegedly rendered him redundant.

Considered the father of Afrobeat, Kuti used his music in the 1970s to combat colonial values and brutal dictatorship. Podcaster Jad Abumrad tells his story in the series, Fela Kuti: Fear No Man.

The charge was brought after the Council of Europe lifted his immunity, which he had as its former secretary general.

Kim Jong Un has chosen Miss Kim as his heir, South Korea’s spy agency says – but what exactly do we know about her?

Seoul’s assessment comes as North Korea is preparing to hold its biggest political conference later this month, where Kim is expected to outline his major policy goals for the next five years.

Search efforts are continuing for the missing passengers, who included children.

Madagascar’s disaster management says roads are inaccessible with trees uprooted, power poles down and ninety percent of roofs ripped off.

The political rift that could spiral into conflict again after the vice-president was accused of treason.

The iconic attire has been trending online for days following the banter between Ghanaians and Zambians.

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy orders a review of the deal on public interest and competition grounds.

Most stores in the Festival Mall in Kempton Park are open and trading normally after the damage caused by a massive supercell hailstorm in December 2025.

President Cyril Ramaphosa set to deliver the State of the Nation Address at City Hall in Cape Town

President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers his State of the Nation Address live from Cape Town City Hall.

The mayor says he was asked to step down over ongoing financial challenges in the municipality.

President Cyril Ramaphosa set to deliver the State of the Nation Address at 7pm at the City Hall

Barnet manager Dean Brennan is given a nine-game touchline ban for verbally abusing referee Kirsty Dowle, with reference to gender.

The head of the international ice hockey federation, Luc Tardif, says he would like Russia and Belarus to return to international competition “as soon as possible”.

Four-time world champion Max Verstappen says the new cars in Formula 1 this year are “not a lot of fun”.

Saleng is moving to Sundowns but it could have been different.

DfE guidance urges teachers to respond to social transition requests ‘with caution’ and includes Cass report findings

Primary school-age children who question their gender could be allowed to use different pronouns under long-awaited government guidance to schools on the subject.

The new guidance, billed as moving away from a culture-war approach on the subject, has some changes compared with...

Two South African pizzerias have earned global recognition after their creations were named among the 18 Best Pizzas in the World.

Through the lens: The Citizen’s Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.

Laura Wolvaardt is currently the number one ranked women’s batter in One Day International cricket.

Controversial electrified 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine will be discontinued in May, along with the C63 moniker, leaving the C53 as the new range-topper.

Multiple areas across Gauteng have been without water for weeks.

Stronger moves across the market have pulled attention toward price forecasts, especially after the Monero price prediction for 2030 pointed to a possible rise to $1,000. At the same time, traders noted how the Tron price prediction softened when the project expanded its treasury to 680 million TRX during a market dip. These shifts show […]

The crypto market often measures momentum through Dogecoin price and Solana price, with Dogecoin seeing strong daily trading activity and Solana reflecting significant SOL movements off exchanges. These metrics highlight how mainstream coins behave in fast-moving markets, offering context for emerging platforms and crypto betting trends. Amid this landscape, Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) has begun...

Hybrid and electric cars are starting to take off in South Africa thanks to an influx of new, affordable models.

How much motorists spend on petrol each month depends on a range of factors.

The company said it also plans to launch two new models in South Africa this year – the Nexon and Sierra.

Backlog drops below 7.3m for first time since 2023 in England, but concern over long A&E waits.

What are the main symptoms and causes of bowel cancer, and how can you reduce your risk of getting it?