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Teen jailed for belonging to banned neo-Nazi group
The 16-year-old boy from Northumberland is jailed for three-and-a-half years.
FRIDAY, 27 MARCH 2026, 16:09

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The 16-year-old boy from Northumberland is jailed for three-and-a-half years.

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Leon Kluge claims Grand Gold and Best on Show at a major Asian flower show, marking another proud moment for South African design.
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The SAPS is in turmoil, with its boss, Fannie Masemola, facing criminal charges. On top of this, it has now emerged that R3m paid to police officers is under investigation, thanks to a note motivating that it was about protecting President Cyril Ramaphosa. But those officers may not have been involved in his security.
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Your guide to Joburg’s best events: Ballet Above Braam, Mfundi Vundla’s new play, and live music from Maleh and Lloyiso. Plan your weekend now.

South Africa
A renewed search for Joshlin was initiated following recent claims made by a community member.

South Africa
De Kock is expected back on the stand when the matter resumes in the Gqeberha High Court

South Africa
The state says there is insufficient evidence linking the Joseph siblings to the farm on that day.
South Africa
MEC Chiloane saddened by death of a learner
Gauteng MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane, has expressed shock and sadness following the tragic death of a Grade 3 boy learner from Lerutle Primary School in Daveyton, Ekurhuleni, after a section of the school wall reportedly collapsed during breaktime on Thursday.
In a statement on Friday, the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) said...

World
Figure Skating World Championships in Prague end on Saturday. Americans Amber Glenn and Ilia Malinin are within medals’ reach after disappointing finishes at last month’s Olympics.

World
The airport is experiencing some of the longest delays in the US as TSA agents work without pay in a partial shutdown.

World
The Senate has voted to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security. And, President Trump extends the deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

World
The late-night vote is a step towards bringing the 40-day partial shutdown – and long security lines at US airports – to an end.

Africa
A senior member of the Moroccan government says the country was “ready to host” the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations this month despite the decision to delay it until July.

Africa
Reports say the US pressured France to rescind Ramaphosa’s invitation after Trump threatened to boycott the summit.

Africa
Women in Kenya and Ghana tell the BBC about being approached by a Russian man who later posts videos of them without their consent.

Africa
Fecofoot president Jean-Guy Mayolas remains on the run after being sentenced to life imprisonment earlier this month for embezzling $1.1m in Fifa funds.

Business
Fourways Mall will soon add The View, a new luxury lifestyle development that is costing R100 million to develop.

Business
South Africa’s plans to stop its water crisis are set for a serious challenge as Lesotho wants new terms for its water-sharing agreement.

Business
The rand suffered another blow on Friday, weakening to R17.20 to the dollar during mid-afternoon trade.

Business
Motorists are facing higher fuel prices ahead of Easter break due to the conflict in the Middle East, the RAC says.

Politics
EFF says it will only contest in wards where it has well-established branch structures.

Politics
FS has extensive agricultural capacity and contributes significantly to the nation’s food security

Politics
The court says the applicant did not follow internal party processes to seek dispute resolution

Politics
Limpopo African National Congress (ANC) Elective Conference begins on Friday.

Sport
Real Madrid’s Bernabeu stadium will swap its grass pitch for clay courts when it hosts the world’s biggest tennis stars during next month’s Madrid Open.

Sport
The Diamond League’s season-opening meet in Doha is scheduled to go ahead as planned but organisers are “exploring alternative options”.

Sport
Wales’ failure to qualify for the World Cup raises big issues for the team, head coach Craig Bellamy and the FAW’s finances.

Sport
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos appears to have changed his mind about retiring from coaching after the 2026 World Cup.
Education
[Liberian Investigator] In a bold move to prepare students for the demands of a rapidly evolving digital world, the President of William V. S. Tubman University, Dr. Olu Q. Menjay, has reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to innovation and global relevance through a high-level Webinar Series Symposium focused on technology-driven development.
Education
[Liberian Investigator] KAKATA — In celebration of its 50th anniversary, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has turned to Liberia’s young minds, hosting a one-day Senior High Schools Quizzing Competition aimed at promoting academic excellence and regional awareness among students.
Education
[Vanguard] Across Nigeria’s education landscape, a troubling paradox persists. On one hand, teachers lament low pay and limited opportunities. On the other, reputable international schools offering competitive, above-average salaries struggle to find candidates who meet even the minimum professional standards required for consideration. This disconnect is not merely a hiring problem; it is a...
Education
[Premium Times] He explained that the programme was designed to equip and prepare selected youths from all 774 LGAs to serve as ambassadors of health sector reforms in their communities.

Lifestyle
Beyond the glam: Read all about the shocking and cringe stories from two ex-staff who worked for the KarJenner family.
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Lifestyle
Cape Town’s dam levels have fallen below 50%, with officials warning that water restrictions may be introduced sooner than expected.

Entertainment
The ActionSA councillor was recently implicated at the Madlanga commission.

Entertainment
Fresh strikes rained down overnight on Iran’s capital, the holy city of Qom further south and Urmia in the northwest.

Entertainment
Committee members expressed their concern that improper arrests could lead to a lack of convictions.

Entertainment
Recognition highlights Motlanalo’s role in advancing transformation and building the next generation of business professionals.
Science/Tech
These apps and websites find bus, train, and ferry tickets when you want more options than flying to your destination.

Science/Tech
With 5 500 jobs at risk, the Post Office is nearly out of road, business rescue practitioner Anoosh Rooplal tells the TechCentral Show.

Science/Tech
Porsche’s latest electric SUV is its most capable yet, and its most powerful street car ever. But should you wait for the hybrid instead?

Science/Tech
Enterprises using colocation services achieve more agility and speed than those that build their own data centres, according to OADC.

Motoring
The cost of petrol is expected to skyrocket right before families head out for the Easter holiday.
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Motoring
The government plans to have South Africa’s first bullet train up and running within the next four years.

Motoring
You need to take an active approach to your marketing strategy – and TopAuto is here to help.
Health
Though the health secretary falsely claimed a victory in a recent podcast, a federal proposal to review all new food ingredients is still in the early stages and drawing fierce opposition.
Health
An experiment linking college students in Boston with retirees in Reno, Nev., aims to bridge a cross-generational divide and expand positive social interactions.
Health
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s vaccine skepticism is posing challenges for the Trump administration. Top health jobs are unfilled, and a court has blocked his vaccine schedule changes.
Health
A biotech start-up is testing a novel way of efficiently producing pharmaceutical drugs.