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The government has taken notable steps in its plans to vaccinate South African cattle against the rapidly spreading foot-and-mouth disease, though experts continue to voice their concerns regarding the pace of progress.

The bus overturned after the steering wheel broke off causing it to lose control.

Accused two in Meyiwa trial, Bongani Ntanzi, has been on the stand at the High Court in Pretoria.

The accused face charges of premeditated murder, murder and robbery with aggravating circumstances.

Dlamini urges residents in uThukela District, uMzinyathi District to heed severe storm warnings.

The second round of U.S.-Iran talks ended with a pledge to continue talking, but both sides are ramping up their military forces.

NPR’s Michel Martin speaks with former Pentagon official Dana Stroul about the latest round of Iran talks and the potential for military action.

A professor claimed that a robotic dog made by Chinese firm Unitree had been made by the university.

He made the comment on an official visit to Ethiopia, saying it could prove dangerous for a volatile region.

The media regulator cites the spread of false information and cyber-bullying as among the reasons.

“This is the only hustle we know,” miners tell the BBC as they try their luck at the site in Springs.

It is the latest twist over the fate of Lungu’s body, which remains in a South African morgue since his death.

Defence company BAE has increased payouts to investors after its sales increased by staff in Lancashire have walked out over stalled pay talks

Haier has officially launched in South Africa, shortly after the Chinese giant bought Kwikot.

Energy costs, crime, poor infrastructure, and unstable electricity and water supply threaten up to 34,000 new jobs across one of South Africa’s major industries.

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube says the DA continues to prioritise people.

Sibiya claims he disbanded PKTT on Masemola’s orders, despite accusations of ulterior motives.

The newly appointed Ekurhuleni mayoral committee.

It has been put to Sibiya, he cannot expect Mkhwanazi to have control over social media.

The Proteas will face hosts India in their first game in the T20 World Cup ‘Super 8’ stage this weekend, and here are the details to note.

On Tuesday night, 17-year-old Ami Nakai – the youngest competitor in the women’s event – stormed to the top after the short program.

The decision is called “disappointing and outrageous” by Ukraine’s sports minister, while the British government and British Paralympic Association also oppose the decision.

The San Francisco 49ers will be the home team for the NFL’s return to Mexico, meaning they will play two international games during the 2026 season.

Property experts have highlighted value-for-money suburbs in Johannesburg, where South Africans are flocking to buy a home.

Episode seven reveals love tested by speed, style and soaring ambition.

The SA team relied on a solid performance with bat and ball to beat United Arab Emirates in their last group stage match on Wednesday.

C10 marks Leapmotor’s local market entry, surprisingly, only with range-extending electric propulsion.

The emotional toll of a breakup is already significant; financial consequences shouldn’t add to that burden.

The Chery Tiggo 7 has received a poor NCAP crash-test result, raising questions about the safety promises made by manufacturers in South Africa.

With petrol at R20 per litre, right now may be a good time for a weekend getaway.

Former Road Accident Fund CEO Collins Letsoalo was paid nearly R10 million in 2025 amid investigations into mismanagement at the petrol tax-funded entity.

The decision, on the case of a child who sustained a brain injury at birth in 2015, could have significant cost implications for the NHS.

The patient was the victim of a “life-changing error” when a drill slipped during surgery.

Some health boards have told people using the painkiller to begin reducing their tablets by one a week.