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WATCH LIVE | Police minister Cachalia joins Ramaphosa as he addresses the nation
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Thursday address the nation from the Union Buildings in Tshwane.
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Emotional Njekanye to watch his former boxer from stands
They are both from Duncan Village and Njekanye began training Fuzile from the age of eight

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Late Zambian president Edgar Lungu’s body vanishes after SAPS swoop
Family accuses police of removing remains in defiance of court order

South Africa
Family of slain Emfuleni official hoping for speedy arrests
The family says they believe her demise is related to the work she was doing at the municipality.

South Africa
LIVE | President Ramaphosa addresses the media at the Union Buildings
Ramaphosa addresses the media at the Union Buildings, He will be accompanied by Firoz Cachalia

South Africa
Tshwane Metro police major says Malatji’s claims are malicious
Phiri is accused of assigning contract work to private security firms without delegated authority.
South Africa
Justice Minister addresses Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund conference
Justice Minister addresses Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund conference
Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi says the sustainability of the legal profession hinges on transformation and inclusivity.
The Minister delivered remarks at the first day of the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund (LPFF) Sustainability Conference held in Johannesburg on...

World
MrBeast’s company sued by ex-employee over sexual harassment claim
Beast Industries has strongly denied claims of sexual harassment and workplace gender bias.

World
Tensions rise in two ceasefires in the Middle East. And, the Navy secretary ousted
Tensions are rising in the Middle East as shaky ceasefire agreements between the U.S., Israel and Iran, and Lebanon and Israel, are tested. And, the Secretary of the Navy is out of the role.

World
U.S.-Iran peace talks still in limbo after Iran seizes ships in the Strait of Hormuz
President Trump told Fox News Wednesday that there was “no time pressure” on the ceasefire, which he has extended indefinitely.

World
Peace talks between U.S. and Iran at a standstill as Trump extends ceasefire
President Trump has extended the ceasefire, but Iran says it’s not enough if the naval blockade is still in place.

Africa
More than 500 people killed in Tanzania election violence, inquiry finds
Opposition parties accused the security forces of killing protesters but the official report does not say who was responsible.

Africa
He wasn’t guilty but delays left this man jailed for five years without trial
At 17, Rasheed Wasiu was detained as security forces cracked down on protests against police brutality.

Africa
Zambia’s government takes possession of ex-president’s body in repatriation row
Zambia authorities and Edgar Lungu’s family are in a dispute over where former leader’s remains should be buried.

Africa
Guinea Bissau’s Djabi seriously injured in stabbing
Midtjylland midfielder Alamara Djabi is in a stable condition having been seriously injured in a stabbing in Denmark, his club says.

Business
Asbestos toy warnings
Asbestos toy warnings
Business

Business
Top American bank expects interest rate hike in South Africa next month
Bank of America expects an interest rate hike in May, as the Iran war starts to raise prices at the tills.
Business

Politics
DA calls for probe into Minister Tolashe over luxury vehicle scandal
The DA has laid criminal charges against Minister Sisisi Tolashe.

Politics
SACP confirms it will contest local elections independently
The SACP has briefed the media on plans for the upcoming local government elections.

Politics
LIVE | SACP briefing on dual membership
The South African Communist Party (SACP) to contest the Local Government Elections independently.

Politics
LIVE | Madlanga Commission of Inquiry
The Madlanga Commission is probing criminality and political Interference in the justice system.

Sport
Murray and Taylor want Hearts title win – but what do other Hibs fans think?
Sir Andy Murray and Josh Taylor are backing Hearts’ title bid but what do other Hibs supporters think as Sunday’s derby at Easter Road looms?

Sport
Hollywoodbets Durban July 2026: All roads lead to Greyville for 130th edition
The 130th edition of the Hollywoodbets Durban July, to be hosted by Race Coast on Saturday, 4 July, has attracted a 63-strong first entry.

Sport
Leicester ‘face £70m black hole’ after disastrous football-on-credit-card gamble
Leicester City have enjoyed the good times, now they are going to have to endure the bad – and there are signs they have not hit rock bottom.

Sport
‘Doesn’t bother me if he likes Mourinho or Julia Roberts’ – Arbeloa on Mbappe
Kylian Mbappe’s social media activity adds to the debate surrounding who could be Real Madrid’s next manager.

Education
The cinema lab: brain activity tracked to find secret to creating immersive films
Bristol University project aims to help directors make better movies and take greater risks – with one already onboard
At first glance, it looks like any high-end cinema: booming surround sound, a razor-sharp 4K projector and rows of reclining seats. But instead of clutching popcorn, a headset records my brain activity and a heart rate monitor wraps around my arm while infra-red cameras capture...
Education
Nigeria: JAMB Clarifies ‘No Result Yet’ Message for 2026 Utme Candidates
[Leadership] The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has clarified why some candidates who sat for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) are seeing the message “No Result Yet” when attempting to check their scores.
Education
Nigeria: CBT Anxiety – How Computer Illiteracy Still Haunts Utme Candidates in 2026
[Leadership] As candidates sit for this year’s Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), computer literacy continues to pose anxiety for many.
Education
Nigeria: All Northern Schools Conference 2026 Set to Transform Education in Kano
[Leadership] The All Northern Schools Conference 2026, aimed at reshaping the future of schooling in Northern Nigeria, is set to hold between 5th and 7th May 2026 in Kano.

Lifestyle
Cape Town pastor defends Marc Lottering amid backlash
A Cape Town preacher has defended his decision to welcome Marc Lottering onto his church’s podium amid public backlash…
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Rachel Kolisi raises awareness and urges support for children
Rachel Kolisi calls for urgent awareness and action as she highlights gaps in support systems for vulnerable children in South Africa.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Audi A1 Sportback S line introduced to model range
This new variant starts from just R549 900, offering stronger value while maintaining the quality expected of an Audi.

Entertainment
Another party lays criminal charges against Tolashe over Chinese car donations
According to reports, some in the ANCWL want Tolashe to step down over this scandal.

Entertainment
Clicks makes over R24.8 billion in six months
Clicks now operates 1 003 stores nationwide.

Entertainment
Friday’s weather: A cloudy, wet and cool day ahead
Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 24 April 2026.

Science/Tech
How Infrastructure, Skills And AI Are Shaping South Africa’s Digital Future
President Ramaphosa’s announcement at the 2026 State of the Nation Address of a R50 billion investment into data centres over the next three years signals that South Africa recognizes digital infrastructure as the foundation for economic growth. The question now isn’t whether digital transformation will happen, but whether South Africa will continue to be amongst […]

Science/Tech
South Africa planning big overhaul of public sector IT
Government has set a 2028 deadline to redesign the State IT Agency – but it comes after years of false starts.

Science/Tech
Private health records of half a million Britons offered for sale on Chinese website
Technology minister tells Commons ‘de-identified’ information from UK Biobank advertised for sale on Alibaba
UK politics live – latest updates
The confidential health records of half a million British volunteers have been offered for sale on Chinese website Alibaba, the UK government has confirmed.
The data, belonging to participants in the UK Biobank project, was found for sale on three...

Science/Tech
‘Can I have some, please?’: has Trump opened the door to a psychedelic future?
Order to speed hallucinogen research hailed as ‘threshold moment’ but concerns remain over access and protections
The scene seemed so far-fetched you could be forgiven for thinking you might be hallucinating.
On the weekend in which psychonauts celebrate “Bicycle Day” – the anniversary of the first LSD trip – Donald Trump was in the Oval Office double-checking that he was correctly...

Motoring
South Africa finally gets its safer cars
Carmakers are bringing safer versions of their cars to South Africa.

Motoring
The Chinese car brand taking South Africa by storm
This Chinese brand has sold over 15,000 cars since launching in South Africa.
Motoring
Motoring

Health
Biobank: UK health data of 500,000 people for sale in China
The data of hundreds of thousands of people who participated in the UK’s health data project was for sale on the website Alibaba.

Health
Vocal cord exercises to try at home
Chris and Xand van Tulleken try vocal cord exercises on What’s Up Docs?

Health
‘Adenomyosis ruined my life’
Rachel Moore is raising awareness for adenomyosis a womb disease which she said has ruined her life.

Health
‘Toxic culture’ at NHS trust left staff suicidal
A&E manager Sam Carter was under investigation by the Portsmouth trust when she took her own life.