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Tswane granted permission to evict Melgisedek building occupants
Human rights lawyers acting on behalf of more than 450 illegal occupants of the abandoned Melgisedek building near Steve Biko Hospital in Pretoria have indicated they will appeal an eviction order

Top Stories
SA’s national bird faces “ecological trap” in Western Cape wheatlands
A new study has warned of a sharp drop in blue crane chicks in Overberg and Swartland

Top Stories
South African pharmaceutical giant kisses R700 million goodbye
Aspen Pharmacare’s earnings nearly halved in the first half of its 2026 financial year, but the company believes the pains it took will pay off in the second half of the year.

South Africa
Labour Dept. to assist Ormonde collapse victims’ families with claims
Deputy Minister Jomo Sibiya says contractors at site are registered with compensation bodies locally

South Africa
Seven arrested in Klerksdorp over planned ATM bombing
Hawks spokesperson Katlego Mogale says one rifle, a pistol and explosives were recovered

South Africa
I became aware of Mchunu’s PKTT directives through email: Mosikili
Tebello Mosikili is giving evidence at Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee

South Africa
E-hailing murder case postponed to June for further investigations
Pretoria Magistrates court postponed the e-hailing murder case to June for further investigation.

World
U.S. evacuates diplomats from Middle East. And, what to expect from N.C., Texas primaries
The U.S. has evacuated diplomats in the Middle East and closed several embassies as war in Iran intensifies. And, what to expect from the Senate races in the North Carolina and Texas primary elections.

World
OpenAI changes deal with US military after backlash
Chief Executive Sam Altman said the group would prohibit the use of its systems to spy on Americans.

World
India’s top court angry after junior judge cites fake AI-generated orders
In several recent instances, AI has disrupted court proceedings in India and elsewhere.

World
U.S. evacuates diplomats, shuts down some embassies as war enters fourth day
The United States evacuated diplomats across the Middle East and shut down some embassies as war with Iran intensified Tuesday while President Trump signaled the conflict could turn into extended war.

Africa
US sanctions Rwanda’s military and top commanders over fighting in DR Congo
Rwanda accused Washington’s move as “one sided” and politically motivated.

Africa
Anglican divisions deepen as rebel clerics pick rival to first female leader
Conservative clerics are meeting in Nigeria to choose a rival to the first female Archbishop of Canterbury.

Africa
South African TV personality who planned to take his life dies aged 61
Ian von Memerty had documented his choice to die in a 15-part Facebook series.

Africa
South Africa beat Zimbabwe to set up NZ semi-final
South Africa produce an unconvincing performance with the bat as they beat Zimbabwe by five wickets to set up a semi-final against New Zealand
Business

Business
Bad turn for interest rate cuts in South Africa
The escalating conflict in the Middle East could present a significant risk to South Africa’s inflation outlook, which could spell bad news for interest rates.
Business

Business
R1.30 per litre blow for petrol prices in South Africa
The impact of the United States’ war in Iran on fuel price recoveries has been immediate, with the month starting deep in the red.

Politics
ActionSA opposes the R22m statues project by EThekwini Municipality
ActionSA opposes the decision by eThekwini Municipality to allocate R22 million to statues project

Politics
ActionSA calls IPID Phala Phala report declassification a victory
The organisation says that they see it as a victory, as it was a long fight.

Politics
EFF and SACP to establish task team ahead of Conference of the Left
EFF and SACP set to establish task team to participate in preparations for a Conference of the Left

Politics
Macpherson authorises legal action against former MK Party MPs
Minister Dean Macpherson says he has authorised court proceedings against three former MKP MPs

Sport
Arsenal set-pieces: Too effective or too boring?
On the Monday Night Club, Nedum Onuoha breaks down why some people might find Arsenal’s set-pieces boring too watch.

Sport
WRU has ‘lost argument’ over plans – Senedd chair
The Welsh Rugby Union is being urged to rethink plans to cut a men’s professional side by Welsh government politicians.

Sport
‘I take marathon training seriously but Ramadan is more important’
A marathon training block is tough enough. Fasting while preparing to take on the world’s best at the London Marathon is harder still.

Sport
Released Kaizer Chiefs striker scores 9th goal in 9 matches
Former Kaizer Chiefs striker Ranga Chivaviro is enjoying his career in Saudi Arabia, scoring nine goals in as many matches for Al-Adalah.
Education
South Africa: RTMC Raises Alarm Over Private Scholar Transport Operators
[SAnews.gov.za] A high number of private scholar transport operators continue to exhibit an intractable attitude and unwillingness to comply with passenger regulation, despite high-profile fatal crashes and intensified law enforcement.
Education
Tanzania: Bagamoyo Expands Special Needs Education
[Daily News] Bagamoyo — BAGAMOYO Town Council in Coast Region has recorded notable achievements in improving inclusive education systems in its schools, including plans to construct an Educational Support, Resource and Assessment Centre (ESRAC) in the current financial year.
Education
Liberia: UL Confers Honorary Doctorate On Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti At 105th Commencement
[Liberian Investigator] MONROVIA — Liberia’s Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti was awarded an honorary doctorate in International Relations by the University of Liberia during the institution’s 105th commencement ceremony Saturday, with the university citing her role in advancing Liberia’s diplomatic engagement and international partnerships.
Education
JD Vance Has His Reasons
The vice president’s political transformation from Trump skeptic to MAGA superstar has many roots.

Lifestyle
Musa Mseleku shares scenic glimpse of Umzumbe homestead
Well-known polygamist Musa Mseleku posted an exclusive birds-eye footage of his rural homestead in Umzumbe.

Lifestyle
WATCH | ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ star Kandi Burruss talks about her divorce
Kandi Burruss is going through a divorce with husband of 11 years.

Lifestyle
HEATWAVE to hit Cape Town – which public pools are still open?
Summer isn’t quite done with Cape Town yet, and temperatures next week are set to rise above 30°C. Which public pools will be open?
Lifestyle
Entertainment

Entertainment
Saleng ready to drive Sundowns’ title defence after debut
‘I just want us to continue winning and that’s what I want to achieve because that’s the most important for me,’ said Saleng.

Entertainment
PowerBall: Tonight’s jackpot soars to a huge R102 million
Ithuba sets out to make new millionaires tonight

Entertainment
Did a Nigerian pastor buy Cape Town heritage site?
The centre was an engineering milestone at the time of its construction.

Science/Tech
Avalanche Price Prediction 2026: AVAX Consolidates as Funtico’s $EV2 Token Draws GameFi Attention
Avalanche (AVAX) is consolidating around $8.97 in late February 2026, testing critical support levels as investors rotate capital into emerging gaming narratives. The layer-1 blockchain has maintained its position as a key infrastructure play, but traders are increasingly watching how Web3 gaming catalysts—particularly the highly anticipated [Earth Version 2 presale by Funtico—influence...

Science/Tech
How to Monitor Your Blood Pressure at Home (2026)
There have never been so many ways to check for hypertension. Here’s what’s available and how to use them.

Science/Tech
Chainlink Price Prediction 2026: LINK Builds Momentum While $EV2 Presale Promises 11x at TGE
Chainlink (LINK) has established itself as a critical infrastructure layer for the crypto ecosystem, and as we head into the latter half of 2026, traders are eyeing bullish momentum following a series of network upgrades and institutional adoption milestones. Simultaneously, the gaming sector is heating up with Earth Version 2 (EV2), a sci-fi AAA multiplayer […]

Science/Tech
How Palantir, Microsoft, Amazon, and Google Power Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
A WIRED analysis shows that ICE and CBP have collectively spent at least $515 million on products from Microsoft, Amazon, Google, and Palantir in the last few years alone.

Motoring
Best-selling bakkies in South Africa
One bakkie in South Africa sold an average of 120 units per day this February.
Motoring

Motoring
New iCaur V23 coming to South Africa very soon
Chery’s newest car brand, iCaur, is gearing up to launch in South Africa with a 4×4 SUV called the V23.

Motoring
Best-selling car brands in South Africa
February 2026 was the best sales month for the industry in over a decade.
Health
Veterans Affairs Department Cut Thousands of Roles for Doctors and Nurses
The Trump administration has eliminated health care positions left vacant after a wave of resignations and retirements at the V.A. last year.
Health
In South Carolina Measles Outbreak, Vaccine Skepticism Led to Largest Outbreak Since 2000
Spartanburg County in South Carolina is ground zero for the largest measles outbreak since 2000. One school has a vaccination rate of 21 percent.
Health
A Danish Program Takes On the Stigma of Mental Illness
One of Us, run by Denmark’s health ministry, works with people with mental health conditions to share their stories in schools, hospitals and police stations, helping turn fear into understanding.
Health
As Kennedy Turns From Vaccines, MAHA Allies See a ‘Betrayal’
As the midterm elections approach, the health secretary is focusing on “real food.” Anger is rising among some of his supporters.