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Herman Mashaba says ActionSA would “embrace” a possible mayoral candidacy by Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma in eThekwini, as the party sharpens its focus on undocumented foreigners ahead of November’s local government elections

These are some of the reason the self proclaimed police agent Brown Mogotsi gave in order to avoid giving a warning statement.

Mark Chapman and guests debate this week’s football.

Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Tuesday, 26 May 2026.

Four African technology organizations have announced a collaboration to host Qubit Hub — an African AI research, innovation and development lab — at iXAfrica’s NBOX1 data centre in Nairobi, creating what the partners describe as a strategic environment where AI research, cloud capability, data infrastructure and digital sovereignty can converge. The announcement was made during […]

IBM has partnered with Scuderia Ferrari HP to overhaul the Formula One team’s fan app using artificial intelligence, in a deal that puts AI-driven storytelling, personalization and fan engagement at the center of one of sport’s most storied brands. The partnership comes as Formula One has emerged as a hot destination for major technology companies. […]

Mozambique has introduced a draft National Artificial Intelligence Strategy as part of its broader digital transformation initiative, opening the document for public consultation from May 4 to June 4. The strategy was unveiled by Lourino Chemane, chairman of the National Institute of Information and Communication Technologies, during the International Telecommunication Union’s AI for Good...

The Digital Creator Africa Academy (DCAA) on the 15th of July announced a formal partnership with Video Rebirth, makers of the BACH AI engine, at the WIFT Africa, Global South Pavilion, Palais des Festivals, Cannes, in the presence of press, filmmakers, and international partners at the Marche du Film. “The future of cinema is no […]

The BBC’s Sumedha Pal described how difficult it was to be standing in the streets of Delhi as temperatures rose to 45C .

Kem Sokha was serving a 27-year sentence on treason charges, which were widely derided as politically motivated.

President Trump says that a deal with Iran to end the war is largely negotiated. And, Pope Leo XIV weighed in today on the rise of AI during his first encyclical.

The tank, which contains a highly volatile and flammable substance, has been at risk of either a major spillage or an explosion.

Malawi’s industrial strategy has achieved only 40% of its targets, while core industrial capacity continues to weaken

Contributions from controversial regional figures revive scrutiny over governance and political influence

Four people were also injured in the incident inside Murchison Falls National Park, officials say.

Some speculate that El Malick Ndiaye stepped down so that ousted-PM Ousmane Sonko can take his place.

A beach hut has gone on the market for £200,000 – the same price as some houses further along the Welsh coast.

The JCPS will ensure that laws are enforced to monitor protests against illegal immigrants.

The deadline for the submission of the names by political parties was last week Friday.

The ANC faces mounting political pressure in eThekwini after municipal leaders were grilled by Parliament’s Scopa over R6.4 billion in irregular expenditure, governance failures and corruption allegations. Analysts warn the fallout could weaken the party before the local government elections in November

Public Protector, Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka, has called on auditors to prevent fraud.

AC Milan sack head coach Massimiliano Allegri after failing to qualify for the Champions League, in a season the club’s hierarchy calls an “unequivocal failure”.

Liverpool’s new kit caused plenty of discussion on social media and here’s why the shirts and shorts deliberately do not match

Sale Sharks agree a deal to sign England’s World Cup-winning captain Zoe Stratford.

England win the final game of the women’s T20 international series in a dominant display, beating New Zealand by seven wickets to seal a 2-1 series victory.

After more than four decades of tacos, tequila and unforgettable memories, Mexican restaurant Pancho’s will be closing its Observatory location.

The SA team will be looking to pick up their second win of the U20 International Series in Cape Town.

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

Dozens of juiced athletes competed at the Enhanced Games in Las Vegas. Most won’t admit what drugs they used.

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