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The lower chamber of Congress passed a measure that seeks to halt further military action, in a vote seen as largely symbolic.

South Africans apparently earning a reputation for approachability and friendliness ahead of World Cup kickoff

Analyst cautions against the use of social media to spread misinformation or to trend and get likes

Mogotsi was arrested on 15 May on charges of defeating the ends of justice and perjury, among others

BBC correspondent John Sudworth reports from the Beirut stronghold of Hezbollah support, Dahieh.

If confirmed by the Senate, Trump’s former personal lawyer would become the administration’s number one prosecutor.

The producers of Don 3 had earlier complained that Singh’s alleged exit from the film had caused major financial losses.

BBC’s Will Grant got a first-hand look at security preparations in Monterrey, as the city gets ready to host four matches.

The opposition has called for protests after the president’s term in office was extended by a year.

A fifth man was discharged and acquitted by the court due to insufficient evidence against him.

With a record 10 African sides in action at the 2026 World Cup, BBC Sport Africa picks out some of the players to watch from the continent.

The oil giant says the documents ignore the critical context of the complex operating environment at the time.

Gavin Jacob is on his second day of testimony at the Madlanga Inquiry.

President Cyril Ramaphosa hosts President William Ruto of the Republic of Kenya on a state visit

Durban Serious Organised Crime Investigation Unit member Colonel Gavin Jacob continues testifying.

Former Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze is on the verge of securing a return to the PSL dugout at Sekhukhune United.

Chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak knew Pep Guardiola was serious about quitting as Manchester City manager after talking him round on previous occasions.

Three friends from Argentina arrive in Missouri in Kansas after cycling 10,500 miles from their home in Gualeguaychu to the venue of their team’s opening game of the World Cup.

Ofqual chief says invigilators are being trained to detect devices like smart glasses and hidden earpieces.

The union argues that instead of cutting teacher recruitment, the government should use falling pupil numbers to make class sizes smaller.

Madlanga to half a mil richer: South Africans have flooded a BackaBuddy campaign to raise funds to buy Hawks Karl Sander a new coffee machine.

South African comedy troupe ‘People Need Comedy’ is facing intense backlash over a parody skit that mimics a fatal Uber hijacking.

An on-site inspection revealed that not a single shovel of earth had been moved.

The main ceremony is scheduled to take place in September this year.

Wesizwe Platinum says Bakubung Platinum Mine’s temporary shutdown is intended to allow for meaningful engagement during retrenchment talks.

Looking to add a smart speaker to your house? Here’s which to choose, whether you’re an Alexa, Siri, or Google fan.

The BMW IT Hub South Africa is poised to contribute over R4 billion to SA’s economy in 2026, as it continues to build software for the BMW Group’s business operations.

Overlapping security roles create delays and exploitable gaps despite governance structures, warns Wikistrat’s Dr Maiendra Moodley.

Your membership gets you more than free two-day shipping. Here’s what you may be missing ahead of Amazon Prime Day.

Further specifications, pricing and availability details will be announced at the official South African launch of the Ora 5 in July 2026.

Could the parasite also impact human behaviour? Made in partnership with UKRI.

A young man from Darwen who lost his father realised he needed support so decided to start a walking group

As scientists edge closer to new treatments for hair loss, Victoria Derbyshire examines what such breakthroughs could mean for women.

Women taking the drug tell the BBC it has given them their lives back.