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In this episode of Taking the Rams by the Horns, Rams Mabote discusses the ANC’s ongoing struggles to regain its former status, describing the party’s latest attempts at self-renewal as ritualistic cleansing in response to persistent misfortunes.

Year 11 pupils are to receive the vaccine in schools where it has already been offered.

Recall affects sachets produced at Clayville facility in Johannesburg

KZN authorities deploy over 3 000 officers to improve road safety during the Easter weekend.

Police acted on a tip-off about drugs being transported from Johannesburg to Cape Town.

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria.

The F-14 was made famous in Top Gun. The U.S. sold the planes to Iran in the 1970s, only for the two countries to become enemies. Iran kept its F-14s flying for decades in the face of U.S. sanctions.

Denmark’s prime minister called early parliamentary elections after gaining a popularity boost from standing up to President Trump over his threat to seize Greenland.

Trump’s claim of “very good” talks with Iran contrasts sharply with Tehran’s denial, as escalating tensions and backchannel diplomacy raise fears of a wider war in the Gulf.

Moses Itauma, one of heavyweight boxing’s brightest prospects, says he found the answers to questions about his identity on a trip to his father’s village in Nigeria.

A court in Cape Town found Iain Wares guilty of indecently assaulting a former student who accused him of sexual abuse in the 1980s.

The videos sparked widespread anger, leading to the hashtag #StopRapingWomen to trend on social media.

The reported disappearance of Raphael Tuju has led to claims he may have been abducted.

Eskom has presented a financial update for the third quarter of its financial year, pointing to higher profits, despite selling less electricity.

Market data shows the amount of oil trade rose before the US President said he would postpone attacks on Iran’s power plants.

Confidence levels among South Africa’s wealthy were high at the start of the year, but the conflict in the Middle East is having disastrouis impacts at home.

The inquest is looking into the deaths of the Cradock Four.

The commission is probing allegations of corruption, political interference in the justice system.

ActionSA files complaint against senior DA representatives over alleged additional payments…

Tuesday’s testimony to centre around alleged tender manipulation in the City of Tshwane.

Jai Opetaia proceeded with a fight against Brandon Glanton after the IBF withdrew their sanctioning.

In part one of a new article series, we look at three Springbok stars who have reached incredible heights against the odds.

Kaizer Chiefs’ clash with Orbit College has been moved to Gqeberha, with a new date and kick-off time confirmed.

New All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie has named his backroom team to take New Zealand through to next year’s Rugby World Cup.

Ama Qamata, Thapelo Mokoena and Bohang Moeko join global cast in ‘Boyz Trip’, now filming in Cape Town.

Namibia is among several African countries that have rejected Starlink – an internet satellite service – owned by Elon Musk.

The trio shot and killed a 47-year-old security guard on 22 November 2022 in Emanguzi.

DA leaders have already begun campaigning for various positions in the party.

Electric bakkie could have knock-on effect for South Africa as its favoured ‘donor’ model is due to arrive this year.

A family in Chicago has been terrified to leave their apartment. Agents could be anywhere.

Attachment to smart devices and biometric surveillance leaves Americans more vulnerable to police searches than ever. Left unchecked it will only get worse.

African Union ambassador Lavina Ramkissoon warns AI is rapidly advancing toward superintelligence, forcing urgent decisions.

While firms race to adopt new tools, experts attending the Adams & Adams Crammer 2026 event warn that the real impact lies in rising reputational, legal and governance risks.

Hyundai has unveiled the facelifted Exter crossover, which is coming to South Africa this year.

Oil prices have shown signs of recovery despite the ongoing Middle East tensions.

Petrol prices have shown signs of recovery despite the ongoing Middle East tensions.

E-hailers in South Africa will be hit hard by next month’s fuel levy increases.

The UK has failed to keep pace with the rest of the world. Can it regain its status, and how?