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Shabana Mahmood says becoming part of the UK is “not a right but a privilege – and one that must be earned”.

The novel has endured the industrial revolution, radio, television and the internet. Now it faces a new challenger: artificial intelligence. According to a new survey, 51 percent of novelists fear they will be replaced by AI entirely, even though most do not use the technology themselves. The study, conducted by the University of Cambridge’s Minderoo […]

Africa is experiencing a rapid escalation in cyber attacks accelerated by artificial intelligence and widespread digitalisation, according to the African Perspectives on Cyber Security Report 2025 released by Check Point Software Technologies. The report shows that organisations across the continent now face more than 3 000 attacks per week on average, with Nigeria recording the […]

Insurance fraud continues to challenge the short-term sector in South Africa, chipping away at consumer trust and inflating premiums for honest policyholders. As the industry rapidly digitalizes, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a critical new ally in this perennial battle. The short-term insurance landscape is undergoing a definite shift. While AI drives significant efficiencies, […]

International Relations and Co-operation Minister Ronald Lamola on Thursday outlined the economic issues South Africa plans to raise when world leaders meet in Johannesburg for the G20 summit this weekend. Speaking about South Africa’s position in global manufacturing and the green transition, Lamola said the country supplies many of the minerals needed for technologies such […]

The DOJ’s case against former FBI Director James Comey faces new challenges. And, newly released emails name powerful figures who stayed close to Jeffrey Epstein even after his conviction.

Ari Gisell instigated the carjacking that killed three surfers in Mexico last April, a court has heard.

Trump has repeated debunked claims that Afrikaners are facing a “white genocide” in South Africa. Critics say the false statements are causing conflict in a country still recovering from apartheid.

As Venezuela braces for potential U.S. military intervention, residents at the Colombia border tell NPR about their fears and hopes.

Nnamdi Kanu is found guilty of inciting violence as part of his campaign for a separate state in south-east Nigeria.

Ethiopia has welcomed the return as part of a broader push to repatriate items of national significance.

A widespread campaign sought to “silence and suppress” protesters, Amnesty International says.

Arsenal announce the club will end their eight-year sponsorship deal with Visit Rwanda at the conclusion of the 2025-26 season.

Employers added 119,000 jobs in the month, but the unemployment rate ticked up from 4.3% to 4.4%,

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The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Monetary Policy Committee has voted to cut South Africa’s interest rates by 25 basis points.

Earlier, Commission Chairperson Mbuyiseli Madlanga put it to Mogotsi that he doesn’t value his oath.

Ndou criticises ANC leaders for staying in office after misconduct claims as Gigaba steps aside.

Lieutenant General Molefe Fani is appearing before the Parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee today.

Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla’s trial on charges incitement to terrorism and violence resumes.

Kaizer Chiefs defender Given Msimango is back in the travelling squad to face Egyptian side Al-Masry after 221 days on the sidelines.

Rassie Erasmus has named his Springbok team to face Ireland in Dublin on Saturday. The 23-man squad attended these schools.

Wales will host Bosnia-Herzegovina and Northern Ireland travel to Italy in the World Cup play-off semi-finals.

Match of the Day presenter Gabby Logan gets a surprise visit from Sunday pub league manager Steve Bracknall.

There are 27% fewer art teachers in England today than there were in 2011, and the proportion of students taking arts subjects has plummeted. Here’s what it’s like to work in a job that is essential and often perilously undervalued

When 64-year-old Sue Cabourn began her career in the late 90s, the next generation of artists including Damien Hirst, Tracey Emin and Gillian Wearing were dominating...

Staffordshire students say signs material was AI-generated included suspicious file names and rogue voiceover accent

Students at the University of Staffordshire have said they feel “robbed of knowledge and enjoyment” after a course they hoped would launch their digital careers turned out to be taught in large part by AI.

James and Owen were among 41 students who took a coding module at...

Tired of seagulls stealing your food? New research reveals a simple, science-backed method to deter food-stealing gulls without harming them.

United in action: Here’s how you can join Women For Change’s G20 Women’s Shutdown on Friday in support against GBV…

MultiChoice says it is well aware of the sneaky tactics illegal streaming services use to stay ahead of authorities.

Alan Dickson, CEO of JSE-listed electrical, electronics and technology group Reunert, will step down in February.

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Poor password hygiene continues to leave organisations exposed to costly breaches, downtime and reputational damage.

Not sold locally since 2017, the final Focus left the assembly line in Germany on 14 November.

Inclusion of the darkened exterior applique has not resulted in an increase in price.