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A widening gap between skills taught at school and university and those wanted by employers is fuelling South Africa’s deepening youth unemployment crisis.

The Madlanga commission of inquiry has not disclosed whether Musa Khawula, a celebrity critic, will testify after he publicly shared a message from the commission seeking his availability.

Mustek, one of South Africa’s only pure-play technology companies listed on the JSE, released mixed results.

Taxi Violence Investigation Unit is probing the double murder at the Witsand taxi rank in Atlantis.

Americans visiting a Mexican resort city share what they’re seeing and experiencing following the killing of a powerful cartel leader.

Uganda has some of the strictest anti-homosexual laws in the world.

The bill seeks prison terms of five to ten years for what it describes as “acts against nature”.

Senegal’s prime minister says it is “regrettable” that 18 of its football fans have been handed prison sentences related to disturbances at the 2025 Afcon final.

Diezani Alison-Madueke denies five counts of accepting bribes and a charge of conspiracy to commit bribery.

Forex trading has become part of the everyday financial conversation among young people in South Africa, but alongside that promise there is a growing unease about whether empowerment is giving way to risk.

The Department of Home Affairs has invited South Africa’s tourism and events sector to apply for participation in the new MEETS visa scheme.

About 600 jobs will go at the luxury car maker, which in part blames US tariffs for its troubles.

Typical household bills will fall by 7% when the new energy cap takes effect on 1 April 2026.

Khawula’s name came up at the Commission on numerous occasions.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to table National Budget to MPs.

The ANC in Mpumalanga held a two-day provincial Lekgotla in Mbombela.

Brown Mogotsi says Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala claimed an IPID insider could erase criminal cases

The 48th edition of the Cape Town Cycle Tour will take place on Sunday, 8 March and will attract thousands of enthusiastic cyclists.

Scottish Premiership leaders Hearts will be without defender Stuart Findlay for six weeks while record signing Eduardo Ageu will miss the rest of the season.

Mamelodi Sundowns’ resurgence could see several of their stars reclaiming spots in the Bafana Bafana setup ahead of the World Cup.

A new player was introduced to Kaizer Chiefs supporters on Tuesday: Ethan Chislett, and he instantly won over the great Benedict Vilakazi.

Martin Lawrence and Eddie Murphy’s children Jasmin Lawrence and Eric Murphy are expecting their first child together.

If you’re looking for your dream vehicle among pre-owned cars, there are several things to keep in mind and costly mistakes to avoid.

James Lorimer from the portfolio committee said that the updated report was “disappointing” .

Speculation has been rife about the 29-year-old attacking midfielder’s future at Pirates.

With their Springbok stars set to be unavailable, the Stormers welcome back a number of players from injury for their derby against the Lions.

Among the well-known stars teeing it up are Ernie Els, Patrick Reed, Charl Schwartzel, Branden Grace and Thriston Lawrence.

The US has ordered its diplomats to lobby against foreign data privacy laws that could limit American tech firms.

Need the power of a Linux desktop in a laptop? Kubuntu Focus’ latest laptop is perfect for developers, video editors, and anyone who needs serious computing power.

From workout-ready earbuds to gaming over-ears, these WIRED-tested picks sound like a million bucks.

There’s a good way to throw out the ISS. And then there’s a really bad way.

The directors who oversaw the collapse and liquidation of a state-owned South African airline are facing renewed pressure.

Auto&General has been a leader in the South African insurance industry for many years and is known for its total commitment to its customers.

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi announced that the R120-billion plan to expand the Gautrain network will kick off this year.

A university in Gauteng is running programs to assist with the transition to electric cars.

New contract will require patients in England to be given immediate appointment if needed.