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Stranded family survives three nights without food or shelter.

FNB has paid out over R1 billion to Ithala depositors following the institution’s looming liquidation due to long-standing compliance failures and insolvency.

Mamelodi Magistrate’s Court postpones the murder trial of Mamelodi cousins to 19 March 2026

The President highlights the drop in performance in subjects like mathematics and accounting

This follows the deaths of learners in a school transport crash in Vanderbijlpark on Monday

Hundreds of families in the Umkhanyakude District have been displaced due to inclement weather.

At least 39 people have died in what local officials are calling Spain’s worst rail crash in more than a decade.

President Trump is attending the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos this year with fellow world leaders who seek answers on Ukraine and Gaza.

President Trump said the U.S. will impose tariffs on eight European countries until the U.S. acquires Greenland. The announcement came as a congressional delegation visited Denmark to ease tensions.

NPR’s Steve Inskeep asks Kurt Volker, a former U.S. ambassador to NATO, about what critics perceive as the Trump administration’s threat to the transatlantic alliance.

Senegal supporters have been partying after their team grabbed a dramatic 1-0 win over Morocco.

Yoweri Museveni has won a record seventh term in elections after promising that the fledgling oil sector will boost the economy.

President Yoweri Museveni wins a seventh term, as his main rival Bobi Wine decries “fake results”.

President Yoweri Museveni is in a commanding lead ahead of his main challenger, pop star-turned-politician Bobi Wine.

The current market has rewarded momentum and mega-cap technology stocks. As we enter 2026, however, rising concentration and valuation risks are becoming increasingly difficult to ignore.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has approved the salary increases for South Africa’s top politicians, including ministers, deputy ministers and parliamentarians.

Mogotsi has raised concerns about his legal representation and personal security.

Xolani Khumalo and his co-accused hands themselves at the Katlehong police station in Ekurhuleni

ActionSA, DA call for investigation into reports that SANDF officials defied Ramaphosa’s orders

Rise Mzansi backs Treasury’s decision to extend deadline for public comment on online gambling tax

Glasgow Warriors 28-3 Champions Cup defeat of Saracens shows Franco Smith’s side are an elite side who are contenders for two titles this season, writes Tom English.

Orlando Pirates striker shegofatso Mabasa is still training with the club despite links to other clubs such as Stellenbosch and Chiefs.

Watch highlights as Kayshon Boutte’s spectacular catch in the snow helps the New England Patriots to a 28-16 victory over the Houston Texans and a place in the AFC Championship game.

Kaizer Chiefs’ title hopes on the line as Betway Premiership action resumes. Can they challenge Pirates and Sundowns?

If you gaze up to the skies over the Western Cape coastline, there’s an excellent chance you’ll spot Jean Tresfon flying overhead.

A Western Cape coloured Afrikaner couple have spoken out on their decision to join the US refugee resettlement programme…

As part of water-saving efforts, the municipality has closed showers and external taps at ablution facilities and in public spaces.

National Treasury has allocated a total of R2.2 billion to refund Ithala customers.

When last did a casting announcement have Mzansi reminiscing, debating storylines and screaming ‘Senzo is back!’ online?

“Even when they criticise you, you must be mentally strong,” he said.

Absa has launched virtual cards, allowing customers to create debit or credit cards in their online banking profiles for making online purchases or for use with digital wallets.

Here are the current best bundles from the most popular services.

Data centre operator Teraco has expanded its executive management team following a period of rapid growth.

Unroadworthy vehicles on South Africa’s roads can have an impact on the severity of crashes.

The Honda Elevate is the ultimate compact SUV in South Africa, and is priced from just R3,899 per month.

Civil action groups are asking why it has taken South Africa so long to move to an 8-year licence validity period, and why motorists should be expected to pay more for them.

A pilot scheme is rolled out in the north of the Isle of Man by the public health directorate.

The myth of ‘the most depressing day of the year’ won’t die – but does it actually do any harm?

Amber breaks out in hives if the temperature goes below 12C (53F) and wishes for a “normal life”.

John Cuddihy told BBC Scotland News his late daughter’s experiences “must continue to echo beyond her lifetime”.