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Gauteng health MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko on Monday visited survivors of a mass shooting at a tavern in Bekkersdal, west of Joburg, in the early hours of Sunday.

New SARS guidelines mean that interest-free or informal trust loans will now be strictly policed, carrying significant tax consequences for South Africans using trusts.

The Bank of England has slashed its base rate to 3.75% – the lowest in nearly two years. If you’re a South African living in the UK with a mortgage, here’s exactly what this means for your monthly payments, whether you’re on a tracker, fixed rate or variable deal.

Presight has opened applications for the second cohort of its AI Accelerator program, expanding its efforts to scale market-ready artificial intelligence solutions and accelerate the commercial adoption of advanced technologies. The global initiative is aimed at fast-tracking applied AI products with the potential to deliver significant real-world impact. Applications are open to AI startups,...

Ghana and the United Arab Emirates have signed a $1 billion strategic investment agreement to develop what is being positioned as Africa’s largest integrated innovation and artificial intelligence hub, aimed at expanding Ghana’s digital capacity and serving regional and global markets. The project forms part of a broader bilateral partnership between the two countries and […]

Google DeepMind, a United Kingdom-based artificial intelligence company, is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of modern AI. Led by Demis Hassabis, the company gained global attention for developing computer programs that taught themselves to play chess and later Go, which is often described as the most complex board game in the world. These […]

The DOJ has released more files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. And, NPR finds a rise in the number of immigrants without legal status who aren’t showing up to immigration court.

The Trump administration continued its pressure campaign against Venezuela’s president over the weekend, enforcing a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers traveling to and from the country.

A local government in Japan voted Monday to restart the world’s largest nuclear power plant, which has been closed since 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster.

Morocco has spent more than a decade reshaping its football, but will hosting Afcon 2025 allow the country to end a 50-year wait for the trophy?

Ugandan law requires public servants to remain politically neutral and bars them from active politics.

Former world champion and Olympian Lawrence Okolie believes his decision to fight in Lagos will inspire other big British names including Anthony Joshua.

Communities grapple daily with failing health services, entrenched corruption and gender inequality, leaving women and girls literally walking for survival

The ‘secret’ R54 billion settlement deal between power utility Eskom and energy regulator Nersa has been nixed by the High Court, until the public has been sufficiently consulted.

Guernsey health experts share tips on looking after wellbeing and avoiding overwhelm over Christmas.

Mark Constantine tells the BBC he enjoys being a woke nerd and discusses why he backs the High Street and family-run businesses.

KZN National Freedom Party Chairperson, Mbali Shinga has been placed on immediate suspension

The City of Johannesburg is currently facing significant challenges with hijacked buildings.

The proposed salary increases, if approved, could see the President earning R3.4 million annually.

The enquiry is investigating suspended advocate Andrew Chauke’s fitness to hold office.

Rory McIlroy, who won the Masters in April to complete a Grand Slam of major championships, is named BBC NI Sports Personality of the Year for 2025.

Bafana Bafana should get their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 campaign off to draw – or victory – according to bookmakers.

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson produces a potential catch of the year candidate in the best plays from week 16 of the NFL season.

Wales wing Rio Dyer has stopped chasing perfection with Dragons – and reaped the rewards by ending his 12-game try drought.

An ultra-luxury 7-star EDITION hotel has been confirmed for Cape Town, marking the brand’s first presence on the African continent.

The death of DJ Warras has sparked widespread shock and tributes from fellow artists, promoters, and fans across the country.

Bonang Matheba didn’t just look the part, but she did a great job as a host for the Miss Cosmo International pageant in Vietnam.

Playing with kids doesn’t have to involve the purchase of expensive toys, but the use of one’s imagination.

The City of Johannesburg is calling for evidence to support the claims.

The police are still searching for the remaining two suspects.

These open-back headphones sound insane, but they aren’t that comfortable.

NTT Data is South Africa’s oldest data centre operator and among its oldest IT firms.

Are Japanese planners like the Hobonichi really better than American planners? Here’s where they differ and why you might want to switch.

South Africans must take their own steps to prepare and avoid becoming a statistic.

South Africans have a dangerous habit of drunk driving over the holiday period.

TopAuto offers unmatched reach for brands looking to influence South Africa’s most active motoring consumers.

Motorists and rental companies are avoiding cars with this feature over safety concerns.

Illuminating new science on artificial light and our health.

Sophie Claxton, from Burnley, was 16 when she was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia.