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End of Absa’s era of turmoil
Absa CEO Kenny Fihla believes a strengthened leadership team will end years of instability at the bank and help it regain the ground lost to rivals.
THURSDAY, 02 APRIL 2026, 09:15

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Absa CEO Kenny Fihla believes a strengthened leadership team will end years of instability at the bank and help it regain the ground lost to rivals.
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Three Buffalo City metro ANC councillors have resigned from council and the party, joining the Gayton McKenzie-led Patriotic Alliance.

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When the Stadium Becomes a Mirror of the Street Public life rarely moves in straight lines. A city can feel calm for weeks, then one match, one march, one headline changes the mood in a single evening. That is one reason sport matters beyond trophies and league tables. It gives people a common language for […]

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South Africa
Four suspects were shot dead during a shootout in Ikwezi near Mofolo in Soweto.

South Africa
Ekurhuleni’s law enforcement authorities will ensure compliance with road safety regulations.

South Africa
Residents in Johannesburg have been living with persistent water cuts for years.

South Africa
The shootout follows intelligence driven information about a business robbery in Soweto

World
The newly announced sanctions relief is the latest U.S. recognition of Rodríguez as a legitimate authority in Venezuela ever since the U.S. military captured her predecessor, Nicolás Maduro.

World
The quake struck between the islands of Manado and Ternate. Tsunami warnings have now been lifted.

World
After delays and technical issues, the first crewed Moon mission in 50 years finally took off from Florida and is now in Earth’s orbit.

World
New DNA testing has solved the 51-year-old case of murdered teenager Laura Ann Aime, according to investigators.

Africa
The army has been deployed to five of South Africa’s nine provinces for a year-long operation.

Africa
This is just the second time that DR Congo have reached the World Cup finals, sparking celebrations in Kinshasa.

Africa
The new law imposes a maximum penalty of 10 years in jail and criminalises the “promotion” of same-sex relations.

Africa
DR Congo qualify for their first World Cup since 1974 as Axel Tuanzebe’s strike gives the Leopards a 1-0 win over Jamaica in their play-off.

Business
Revolut is hiring several specialist roles across South Africa as the international banking giant prepares to officially launch in the country.

Business
Live Well North East holds fitness classes for parents which cost £4 but offers free childcare.

Business
Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Thursday, 2 April 2026.

Business
Fines SA warns drivers to prepare for faster, automated enforcement.

Politics
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi announced his cabinet reshuffle on Wednesday night.

Politics
Dunga replaces the African National Congress’s (ANC) Lebogang Maile who is now MMC for Education

Politics
She explains, that concern led to calls for reports and intervention in stalled matters

Politics
The Electoral Commission says candidate nominations for the elections is end of July.

Sport
Donegal midfielder Hugh McFadden feels recent kick-out tendencies under the new rules have contributed to greater aggression around the middle of the field.

Sport
Kabelo Dlamini’s contract is coming to an end soon but will the Orlando Pirates talented midfielder join rivals Kaizer Chiefs?

Sport
American heavyweight Deontay Wilder says his fight against Briton Derek Chisora will be “one of the best in history” – with both men gearing up for their 50th professional bout.

Sport
After missing out on 12 matches due to suspension, Eben Etzebeth is now expected to make his comeback for the Sharks on Friday.
Education
[Spotlight Initiative] UNITED NATIONS, New York – Grammy-winning artist Audrey Nuna – known to many as the singing voice of Mira in the film ‘K-Pop Demon Hunters’ – used her first appearance at the United Nations to call for greater investment in education for girls.
Education
[Daily Trust] At least 30 students and one teacher have been reportedly hospitalised following a gas leakage at Our Lady of Apostles Secondary School in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State.

Education
Two-thirds of secondary school teachers report a decline in core abilities such as writing and problem-solving
Pupils using artificial intelligence are losing their capacity for critical thinking, according to a survey of secondary school teachers in England.
Two-thirds said they had observed the decline among children who they also said no longer felt the need to spell because of voice-to-text...

Education
Details about compensation for personal injury awarded to UK school staff revealed by NASUWT
A teacher who became ill from a rat infestation and another who was injured after a pupil threw a toaster and chair are among UK school staff who received a share of £15m paid out in compensation.
The details were revealed by the NASUWT union ahead of its annual conference in Birmingham later this week,...
Lifestyle
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Lifestyle
Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus enjoyed quality time with his family at his daughter Nikki’s university graduation celebration.

Lifestyle
Former Miss South Africa Natasha Joubert has shared her postpartum mental health challenges after giving birth to a baby girl last month.

Entertainment
Ranger and Puma are again being recalled, this time for different suspected troubles.

Entertainment
Traffic volumes have increased significantly on the N3 Toll Route since the Easter break kicked off.

Entertainment
The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Eastern Cape has welcomed the heavy sentence.

Entertainment
Eben Etzebeth returns for the Sharks, but they have sent a mostly second-string side to Ireland.

Science/Tech
Businesses want AI to elevate their operations but often have zero idea of where or how to integrate it, says TrueMark’s Jonathan Leibbrandt,

Science/Tech
Amazon is reportedly in talks to buy satellite group Globalstar as it moves to challenge SpaceX’s Starlink.

Science/Tech
Nasa’s Artemis II has launched on a historic crewed voyage around the moon, the first in 53 years.

Science/Tech
Discover how to save on Ring cameras, doorbells, outdoor cameras, and more.

Motoring
Video footage can ease the insurance claims process in South Africa, making a dashcam a powerful tool.

Motoring
The South African car industry achieved incredible sales figures this March, though this momentum is unlikely to continue in April.
Motoring

Motoring
Prasa is under the microscope following corruption allegations.

Health
Debi Angell says the kits they make help women and girls who can not afford period products.
Health
The diseases were removed from a list of tests the agency conducts for state and local health departments. Experts worry that with drastic staff reductions, the testing may not resume.

Health
Social club the Secret Life of Dads aims to provide a safe space for dads to bond with each other, and to learn skills to help them at home.

Health
The Welsh Ambulance Service said newly qualified paramedics would not be offered roles this year due to “financial and operational issues”.