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Post Office compensation schemes ‘cruel and never-ending’
Victims of the Post Office scandal say they have no faith in the government speeding up redress.
WEDNESDAY, 09 JULY 2025, 12:23
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Victims of the Post Office scandal say they have no faith in the government speeding up redress.
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A war criminal nominating his enabler is peak Nobel Peace Prize history.
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Rescue operations under way in Vadodara district after several vehicles fall into river.
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Heat health alerts have come into force with increasing amounts of sunshine and hot weather expected over the next few days
South Africa
Mbenenge is facing allegations of sexual harassment in the workplace levelled by Mengo.
South Africa
Masemola has conceded that Mkhwanazi’s allegations are extremely worrying.
South Africa
A 16-year-old boy was shot dead and three people were wounded at a wendy house in Lower Crossroads, Philippi East, on Tuesday afternoon.
South Africa
Trade Minister welcomes developments in Vodacom-Maziv merger
Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau has welcomed the agreement reached between the merging parties and the Competition Commission in the Vodacom-Maziv merger deal.
“The substantial public interest commitments made by the merging parties will significantly improve access to affordable internet for...
World
The latest on the deadly floods in Texas, foreign policy dominates President Trump’s week, Supreme Court allows Trump to resume mass federal layoffs for now.
World
President Trump is hosting Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu this week as they work on a ceasefire in Gaza. He’s also resuming military aid shipments to Ukraine after they were temporarily halted.
World
Recent years have seen an upswing in people playing tennis (or at least dressing like it). But it’s not just a phase. The sport — at least some version of it — has been around since medieval times.
World
More than 100 people were injured and over 500 others arrested amid widespread destruction of property, reports say.
Africa
The United States announces sweeping changes to its non-immigrant visa policy for Nigeria.
Africa
Unpicking the disinformation behind a social media trend spreading tension ahead of Ivory Coast’s election.
Africa
US President Donald Trump announces a 30% tariff on South African imports starting from 1 August.
Africa
A goal in first-half injury time from Saratou Traore is enough to see Mali edge a tight Group C encounter against Tanzania at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
Business
Trade union Solidarity has issued a legal letter to Bidvest over the company’s school bursary programme.
Business
SARS has extended the deadline for employers to file their monthly tax data after its systems experienced glitches and downtime this week.
Business
Global initiative RE100 says South Africa needs to urgently ramp up it energy reforms, with its members looking to go 100% renewable by 2050.
Business
Low palladium prices are forcing Impala Platinum Holdings Ltd. to shut down its mine in Canada.
Politics
ANC SG Mbalula says Mabuza’s death is a loss for both the party and the country.
Politics
The Mbombela High Court dismissed Phadi’s appeal on Tuesday.
Politics
Mkhwanazi alleges that Police Minister Senzo Mchunu interfered in crime fighting operations.
Politics
Mary Phadi is no longer the leader of the uMkhonto weSizwe Party in Mpumalanga.
Sport
In a landmark moment for African running, the Cape Town Marathon has officially sold out at 24 000 marathon entries for 2025.
Sport
Willie le Roux will become the eighth Springbok centurion on Saturday when South Africa meet Italy in the second Test in Gqeberha.
Sport
Orlando Pirates seem far from ending their offseason spending spree following several high-profile arrivals. A new striker is on the horizon.
Sport
Nine more Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates players are facing likely exits out of Naturena and Mayfair.
Education
[SNA] – The General Administration for Admission, Evaluation, and Authentication of Certificates at the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has announced the extension of the electronic application period for general admission for students of the postponed Sudanese Certificate, 2023 until next Thursday, July 10, instead of the previous date of July 7.
Education
The kindergarten’s cooks used inedible pigments to decorate buns and cakes, the authorities said. Eight school officials and employees were detained.
Education
[Leadership] The Federal Government has declared that any admission into Nigeria’s tertiary institutions conducted outside the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) will be considered illegal.
Education
[Leadership] The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), alongside heads of tertiary institutions and other key stakeholders, has fixed the minimum admissible scores for the 2024/2025 academic session into Nigeria’s higher institutions at 150.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Chinese e-commerce giant Temu has launched a new local warehouse in South Africa, promising great things for shoppers.
Lifestyle
Every municipality countrywide offers free electricity and water. And yet, recipients of these basic services are dropping. Here’s why …
Lifestyle
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
Mawhoo was recently named Spotify’s EQUAL Africa Ambassador for July 2025.
Science/Tech
Interpol’s Africa Cyberthreat Assessment Report 2025 has revealed that South Africa remains a top target for cybercriminals operating in Africa.
Science/Tech
The UK police plan to spend up to 75 million pounds ($102 million) to digitize their vast archive of VHS tapes, aiming to preserve evidence by converting analog media into digital files integrated with evidence management systems. The procurement includes both in-house solutions and outsourced services, with additional funding earmarked for converting other legacy formats like microfiche and...
Science/Tech
Warehouses in the US are full of foods that fight malnutrition, while kids go hungry in places like South Sudan.
Science/Tech
Vodacom Business’s success is thanks to its 17-year track record of excellence in delivering high-quality solutions that meet the needs of its clients.
Motoring
Motoring
Stuttgart claims that half of Porsche 911 S variant buyers want all-paw grip.
Motoring
The National Consumer Commission has raised concerns over the growing number of vehicle recalls in South Africa.
Motoring
Iconic V8 muscle cars in the form of Ford Capril Perana V8 and Chev Firenza also under the hammer.
Health
Recent years have seen incredible advances in eyesight restoration. But should we approach blindness as something that needs to be ‘cured’? Comedian Tom Skelton, who started losing his sight at 21, explores. Made in partnership with UKRI (UK Research and Innovation).
Health
The group hopes to help women with newborn care, maternal health, and mental wellbeing.
Health
We also discuss the risks of AI therapy
Health
Jessica Glasser’s parents say families should be told if their child is struggling with their mental health.
Nature
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.