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She was the Radio 4 programme’s longest-serving presenter, having left in 2020 after 33 years.

Three women died at a private clinic where staff were not carrying out proper checks.

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The prime minister had promised to pass the legislation by 15 April 2025, to mark the 36th anniversary of the disaster.

Large parts of Gqeberha are expected to be without power for up to 21 days.

This was after the Commission played the video of the pair getting gunned down in 2023

The three young scientists will be showcasing research projects addressing critical challenges

It says the increases place a heavy burden on municipalities and consumers.  

The ceasefire, in effect for the past six months, has brought some reprieve to Palestinians in Gaza despite continued hardship, displacement and Israeli restrictions on aid.

Syria condemned the strikes on weapons sites and government infrastructure as an “outrageous” assault on Syria’s sovereignty.

Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit has said that she wishes she had never met late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein

Saadia Mosbah campaigned for migrants, particularly after President Kais Saied said they posed a demographic threat to the country.

Aid groups and MPs have raised concerns over the move to prioritise defence spending over aid.

The deal came as part of the president’s state visit to the UK – the first by a west African leader in 37 years.

President Idris Mahamat Déby orders the military to be on high alert and retaliate against further attacks.

Critics fear the consolidation will add to strains facing local news and degrade coverage.

Cape Town is getting a R230 million ‘parking lot’ with the V&A Waterfront announcing plans to build a new superyacht marina aimed at servicing the global elite.

People should change how they travel, work and cook to tackle the energy price crisis, the International Energy Agency says.

Batches of a popular antacid are being pulled from shelves across South Africa, adding to a growing list of product recalls this year. 

Zuma has been received by the Malema family as well as chanting EFF and MKP supporters.

Madlanga Commissioner Sesi Baloyi has warned Sgt Nkosi that obstructing proceedings is an offence.

President Cyril Ramaphosa officiates title deed handover ceremony in uMzimkhulu, KwaZulu-Natal

Tshwane CFO Gareth Mnisi accused of political interference in a multimillion-rand security tender.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola confirms James Trafford will be in goal for Sunday’s Carabao Cup final against Arsenal.

Great Britain’s Georgia Hunter Bell wins her heat to qualify for the final of the women’s 1500m at the World Indoor Athletics Championships in Poland, but fellow GB athlete Jemma Reekie just misses out in her heat as she finishes fourth.

A cricket tournament for European nations could launch as early as 2027 after plans to develop the concept are revealed by Cricket Ireland.

The Lions host Edinburgh on Saturday with the playoffs firmly in their sights after winning the SA Shield for the first time in their history.

The viewers of the popular reality show ‘Uthando Nes’thembu’ are questioning the causes behind MaYeni’s concerning posture.

Iconic figure Chuck Norris has suddenly passed away at the age of 86, and here is what we know about the cause of death.

Zuma called for collaboration among black political parties, stressing unity and shared purpose during a visit to Julius Malema’s grieving family.

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Authorities say the accused manipulated the UIF system using false employment claims to trigger fraudulent payouts.

Bose might be known for its noise-canceling headphones, but the brand’s soundbars are pretty solid too.

A judge ordered Kalshi to immediately halt sports and election contracts in the state, intensifying a growing regulatory battle over prediction markets.

These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week.

The Road Traffic Infringement Agency has been silent on its decision to issue a tender for a private contractor to enforce South Africa’s new traffic laws.

One South African company is taking full advantage of the consumer shift towards more affordable Chinese cars.

UK scientists have grown fully functioning food pipes and successfully transplanted them into mini pigs, paving the way for human trials.

Mark McNamee did not know he had meningitis until he woke up in hospital after being in an induced coma.