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Geordin Hill-Lewis slams ‘reprehensible’ Trump, as DA pleads for thaw in icy US-SA relations
Hill-Lewis has harshly criticised Donald Trump, despite his party’s desperate push to mend frosty United States-South Africa ties.
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Hill-Lewis has harshly criticised Donald Trump, despite his party’s desperate push to mend frosty United States-South Africa ties.

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Arrows coach admits his striker has some stiff competition

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The Madlanga commission of inquiry continues hearing witness testimonies on Wednesday.

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The man who ended Viktor Orbán’s 16 years of continuous rule, Péter Magyar, is calling for a speedy transfer of power.

South Africa
All municipalities and water boards in the province have been invited to appear before the SAHRC.

South Africa
The accused former lawyers withdrew their services due to non-payment.

South Africa
Malema was convicted last year on unlawful possession and discharging a firearm in a public area.
South Africa
Small business to come to the fore at LED Summit
Unlocking opportunities for small, medium, and micro enterprises (MSMEs) will come to the fore as the two-day National Local Economic Development (LED) Summit gets underway.President Cyril Ramaphosa will address the first day of the summit, which is being held at the Birchwood Hotel in Gauteng.“Deliberations will focus on...

World
The 19-year-old is the first person to be charged under a new national law.

World
“How do I know this isn’t a prank?” the winner asked when he answered a video call from Christie’s auction house in Paris.

World
Tighter rules, rising costs and visa risks are forcing Indian students to rethink studying in Canada.

World
Israel is creating a large buffer zone in southern Lebanon for a prolonged military occupation, with low expectations that direct talks with Lebanon will lead to quick action on disarming Hezbollah.

Africa
Diesel prices rise by a record margin despite a reduction in value added tax.

Africa
As the conflict enters its fourth year, journalist Mohamed Suleiman shudders at what has been lost.

Africa
The separatists say their decison reflects responsibility, restraint and respect for human dignity.

Africa
Electoral commission says Romuald Wadagni has won with over 94% of the vote with most ballots counted.

Business
A court case against Home Affairs’ 6,500% increase to its Online Verification Service has been withdrawn.
Business

Business
Iconic South African water tank supplier Jojo has declared force majeure, telling customers it has been forced to raise prices by 31% in response to the global energy crisis.

Business
In the 1990s, Harvard Business School professor Clayton Christensen coined the term “disruptive innovation”.

Politics
The Madlanga Commission continues hearing witness testimony on Wednesday.

Politics
Malema has vowed to head to the highest court in the land to contest his sentence.

Politics
The Patriotic Alliance (PA) has thrown its weight behind the President

Politics
Malema’s charges stem from a 2018 EFF birthday rally at Mdantsane in the Eastern Cape.

Sport
Northern Ireland aren’t known for scoring a flurry of goals in games with just one in their past six matches prior to their World Cup qualifier against Malta.

Sport
Orlando Pirates have added another exciting young talent to their development pipeline with the signing of Thapelo ‘Sugar’ Duiker from the James Mothibi Sports Academy.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs will be aiming to extend their winning streak to five matches when they take on Magesi FC on Wednesday evening.

Sport
Super Rugby side Moana Pasifika will fold at the end of the season, becoming the second team in three years to go under because of financial problems.
Education
[Leadership] The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the Federal Government and Plateau State Government over the abduction of a University of Jos (UNIJOS) student, John Arum, warning of a nationwide protest and shutdown of socio-economic and academic activities if urgent action was not taken to rescue him.

Education
Massachusetts liberal arts college laments ‘heartbreaking reality’ and says financial pressures to blame
A Massachusetts liberal arts college is set to close permanently due to low enrollment and financial problems.
The board of trustees of Hampshire College, a small liberal arts school in Amherst founded in 1965, pointed to “financial pressures” that have been “compounded by shifting...
Education
Hundreds of small private colleges like Hampshire have closed in recent years as financial pressures and competition for students increase.
Education
[Daily Maverick] University of Fort Hare Vice-Chancellor Professor Sakhela Buhlungu has been suspended as the SIU investigates serious corruption and maladministration claims at the university spanning two decades.

Lifestyle
As fuel prices increase and the cost of living continues to rise, many South Africans have turned to carpooling as a way to manage daily travel expenses.

Lifestyle
As the world commemorates the 114th anniversary of the ‘Titanic’ sinking, we also remember the South Africans who were aboard the ship.

Lifestyle
2026 SASSA eLife certification has become a top priority for an agency that’s going ‘digital.’ Here’s what it is and who needs it …

Lifestyle
Hard launch? Springbok captain Siya Kolisi gushed over his new girlfriend, Rachel John, in a video posted on social media.

Entertainment
Former Springbok and Bulls coach Jake White has left his position as consultant at top school, Selborne College.

Entertainment
Sean Van Zyl of Old Mutual Personal Finance has mapped out two scenarios to compare the ‘real cost’ of constant withdrawals over a five-year period.

Entertainment
Player Zain Davids said the team will take it one game at a time as they play their first World Championship event.

Entertainment
The men from Scotland will be hurting after being knocked out of the Champions Cup last weekend.

Science/Tech
Telecoms lobby group ACT has warned of security vulnerabilities and accused Icasa of dodging the real broadband bottleneck.
Science/Tech
Amazon is buying satellite communications company Globalstar for $10.8 billion to expand its Leo satellite-internet network and compete more directly with SpaceX’s Starlink. The deal also includes a partnership with Apple to support satellite connectivity for iPhones and Apple Watches, with Amazon planning voice, data, and messaging services starting in 2028. The New York Times reports: Leo was...

Science/Tech
ICT cost unpredictability is one of the biggest headaches for SMEs, making financial planning difficult and keeping business owners awake at night.

Science/Tech
Covert Copy, an invisible and indestructible copy of data for a higher level of cloud storage security, is available in SA through LOOPHOLD.
Motoring

Motoring
Jetour has added a new plug-in hybrid option to the popular T1 Adventure SUV in South Africa.

Motoring
Abu Dhabi’s National Oil Company is in talks to buy all of Shell’s petrol stations in South Africa.

Motoring
Ford has overhauled the Ranger series in South Africa, adding a new option for bakkie fans looking for something different.
Health
Dr. Thomas Shaknovsky tried to persuade his colleagues in the operating room that the liver he removed from a 70-year-old patient was a spleen, according to Florida’s Health Department.
Health
If you are on the fence, or have already made a decision, we want to hear about it.

Health
The third report from the inquiry into the government’s handling of the pandemic says the NHS was close to collapse.
Health
Live animal markets and the illegal sale of wildlife pose particular dangers, but any sale of wild animals or animal products poses spillover risks, a new study suggests.