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South Korea introduced on Thursday what it says is the world’s first comprehensive set of laws regulating artificial intelligence (AI), aiming to strengthen trust and safety in the sector — but startups fretted compliance could hold them back.

Prominent automotive retailer Motus is facing employee backlash and legal action after cutting jobs and salaries by up to 30%, citing pressure from Chinese car brands and lower margins despite record sales.

Suspended Ekurhuleni metro police department deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi is on Thursday appearing before parliament’s ad hoc committee investigating corruption in the criminal justice system.

Two drivers have also been arrested for overloading.

The driver involved in the Vanderbijlpark crash is appearing in court.

The operator says reactor remains “stable” and has no “radioactive impact outside”.

Residents have been told to stay indoors and avoid the area of the shooting.

Israeli forces on Wednesday killed at least 11 Palestinians in Gaza, including two boys, three journalists and a woman, hospitals said, on one of the enclave ‘s deadliest days since the ceasefire took effect.

Police Minister Firoz Cachalia says organised crime is growing more complex, requiring new strategies.

The internet was shut during the general election, leaving many people without any income – or entertainment.

Kizza Besigye’s party says his condition is critical, but authorities say he was taken to hospital for a routine check-up.

Thousands of Senegal fans join the parade to celebrate Afcon champions on their return home.

Hoërskool Menlopark has been named South Africa’s top co-ed Afrikaans high school, with an average of 74% and 2.9 distinctions per matric candidate.

South African electricity users are on a countdown to see just how much more they will be paying for electricity in 2026, with a potential 10.5% price hike on the cards.

Patriotic Alliance has won both wards that were being contested in by-elections in George in WC

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Advocate Dinkie  Dube as Deputy Public Protector

Witness testimonies at the Ad Hoc Committee kicked off four months ago.

McBride was probed over evidence suggesting he was in constant communication with Trent.

How much attention have you paid to what’s happened in the world of sport over the past seven days?

Novak Djokovic beats Francesco Maestrelli to reach the third round of the Australian Open, in his bid for a 25th Grand Slam title to take him one clear of the all-time singles record.

FPL managers will be worried about Erling Haaland’s recent form – is it time to move away from the Manchester City striker as a captain choice?

Kaizer Chiefs have not had a busy transfer window in January compared to Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates.

The Noughts & Crosses author is among the starry ambassadors for the campaign – one of the initiatives aimed at addressing the reading crisis

Last night, the culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, announced a £27.5m package for libraries. It’s the latest in a string of reading-focused government initiatives, the flagship being the education department’s National Year of Reading 2026, which kicked...

Survey finds rising numbers of reception pupils struggling with basic life skills such as eating independently

About one in four children who started reception in 2025 were not toilet trained, a survey of teachers has found, prompting warnings that growing numbers of pupils are struggling with basic life skills.

In an annual survey of primary school staff in England by the early years charity...

A Cape Town high school’s bold decision to keep its classrooms and hallways smartphone-free has attracted media attention from abroad.

US rapper Nicki Minaj is at the end of her grace period to come up with $503,000 to settle a lawsuit.

Remax has dismissed a contractor after his leaked racially-discriminative conversation with a prospective black tenant went viral.

The Lions welcome three Springbok players back into their starting lineup for their URC match against Ospreys in Wales.

Suspended EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi will appear before parliament’s ad hoc committee investigating corruption allegations linked Saps.

Pirates will reclaim their top spot with a win against Babina Noko.

Revenue will come from better decisions rather than better algorithms, says Pragashani Reddy, executive director: Digital Business Banking at Absa Group.

The Department of Communication and Digital Technologies’ DigiTech platform has proven helpful for several South African tech startups.

South Africa is reluctant to tap billions of dollars in climate finance offered by some of the world’s richest nations because of the cost and strings attached, electricity minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa said. 

Leading technology governance executive to address cyber security leadership challenges.

The government wants to reduce South Africa’s legal drink driving limit to zero and impose a permanent ban on motorists caught driving under the influence.

Pre-owned buyers in South Africa have a clear favourite.

Chloe booked an abortion because her sickness was so severe she could not look after herself.

Dr Jo Blodgett from UCL explains an approach that considers how much you move – and don’t move – across the day.