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AGE OF ACCOUNTABILITY: FSCA slaps ex-Steinhoff legal and treasury chief Grobler with R359m fraud fine
The net tightens around Steinhoff’s inner circle. With a R359-million penalty, the FSCA signals that accountability for one of South Africa’s biggest corporate collapses will not end with boardroom exits or tragedy, but with personal financial consequences.

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Kganyago leaves SIU and joins NPA ‘to boost public trust efforts’
Kaizer Kganyago has been appointed the new National Prosecuting Authority spokesperson

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IN PICS | Skai Jackson goes Old Hollywood glamour in Gert-Johan Coetzee at Actor Awards
Chase Infiniti, Teyana Taylor also brought the fashion

South Africa
SA father pleads for help as daughter uncontactable in Iran
Syed Husseini fears for daughter after five days of silence in Iran, conflict shuts systems.

South Africa
KZN travel agency helped bring back 150 S Africans from Middle East
Tensions escalated in the Middle East following US, Israeli air strikes on Iran and counter strikes.

South Africa
First state witness expected to testify in asbestos roof removal case
The accused including Ace Magashule face charges including fraud, corruption, and money laundering
South Africa
Airport robber allegedly linked to 42 cases arrested
Airport robber allegedly linked to 42 cases arrested
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has arrested a 64-year-old man who is allegedly linked to 42 cases of armed robberies that date as far back as 1998.
The arrest by the police at OR Tambo International Airport follows an armed robbery of three high-ranking senior police officials from one of the African countries.
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World
Iran war widens, threatens to engulf Lebanon
The war over Iran engulfed more of the Middle East and beyond on Monday as Lebanon’s militant group Hezbollah responded to the killing of Iran’s spiritual leader with its first attack on Israel in more than a year.
World
News24 | US, Israel strikes kill 555 in Iran, several warplanes crash in Kuwait
A total of 555 people have been killed across Iran in US and Israeli strikes that began two days ago, the Iranian Red Crescent said.

World
Hezbollah strikes Israel as American and Israeli planes pound Iran
Iran and Iranian-backed militias fired missiles at Israel and Arab states, apparently hitting the U.S. Embassy compound in Kuwait, while Israel and the United States pounded targets in Iran on Monday.

World
7 key points in U.S.-Iran relations since 1953
The U.S. and Iran have a long history of tensions, including a CIA-led campaign to topple Iran’s prime minister in 1953 and the taking of American hostages in 1979.

Africa
Malawi’s new government drops corruption cases against senior officials
The move could undermine Lilongwe’s pursuit of a new programme with the International Monetary Fund

Africa
Former US diplomat sentenced to life for abusing two girls in Burkina Faso
He used the girls’ mother’s life-threatening illness as an opportunity to demand sex, said the US Office of Public Affairs.

Africa
At least 55 Ghanaians killed in Russia-Ukraine war, minister says
This is the highest number of confirmed casualties from a single African country in the Ukraine-Russia war.

Africa
Epstein tried to buy a palace in Morocco days before his arrest in 2019
The disgraced financier was in talks to buy luxury abode Bin Ennakhi – but the purchase was never completed.

Business
South African billionaire jumping into major insurance company
The Competition Commission has recommended that the Competition Tribunal approve the acquisition of South African insurer King Price and tech-based consultancy Porcupine Union without conditions.
Business

Business
Keeping collections human under pressure
AI is reshaping credit and collections in South Africa, this we know. We have to also understand the real winners aren’t the banks that rush the hardest into new tech.

Business
Here is the official petrol price for March
The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has published the official fuel price adjustments that will take effect on Wednesday, 4 March 2026.

Politics
Ngcuka fails to avoid cross-examination at TRC Cases Inquiry
TRC Inquiry aims to probe allegations of political interference that prevented prosecution.

Politics
IPID report on the Phala Phala farm robbery has been declassified
Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia says the report was declassified on February 2 this year.

Politics
O’Sullivan to complete testimony at Ad hoc Committee on Thursday
O’Sullivan must confirm his appearance by midday failing which he will be summoned.

Politics
Madlanga Commission to hold Mogotsi in contempt
Brown Mogotsi sent word to the Commission that he has taken ill.

Sport
Six Nations trophy to be replaced after fire damage
The Six Nations trophy is to be “retired from ceremonial use” and replaced with a new one after being damaged by fire in an accident during transit.

Sport
Set-pieces mean Premier League no longer a joy – Slot
Liverpool manager Arne Slot says his “football heart doesn’t like” the reliance on set-pieces in this season’s Premier League.

Sport
Confirmed: Biggest bank in Africa signs deal with Bafana Bafana
South African Football Association (SAFA) have announced a new partnership with Africa’s biggest bank Standard Bank.

Sport
MAD dash to F1 season opener as Middle East conflict hits travel
With the F1 season opener in Australia just days away, organisers and teams are scrambling to protect the start of the 2026 season …
Education
Uganda: Mayiga Commissions Shs9bn Sekabaka Daudi Chwa II Building At King’s College Budo
[Nile Post] The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has urged students and leaders of King’s College Budo to jealously guard the school’s rich legacy and remain committed to excellence.
Education
Liberia: UL Honors FM Nyanti With Doctorate
[Liberian Observer] The University of Liberia (UL) has conferred an Honorary Doctorate Degree in International Relations on Foreign Minister, Sara Beysolow Nyanti, recognizing what it described as “enormous gains” for the country in the diplomatic arena since her appointment.
Education
Liberia: Censil University Graduates 41, Urges Class to Turn Education Into National Impact
[Liberian Investigator] MONROVIA — Censil University conferred degrees and certificates on 41 graduates over the weekend, urging the Class of 2026 to transform academic achievement into service and tangible national impact.
Education
Tanzania: Russia, Tanzania Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation Through Defence and Education
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam — RUSSIA and Tanzania continue to strengthen their longstanding diplomatic relationship, expanding cooperation in defence, education, trade and political engagement.

Lifestyle
New photos show extent of rock lobster walkout on West Coast
Jaw-dropping aerial photographs have revealed the scale of last week’s dramatic rock lobster walkout along the Cape West Coast.

Lifestyle
Thobeka Majozi pays homage to grandmother on her 95th birthday
‘Root of our faith’ are just some of the words Thobeka Majozi used to dedicate a sincere birthday message to her grandmother.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Sports roundup: Proteas into T20 World Cup semis [video]
The national women’s cricket team have also done well recently, while there were wins at the weekend for the Bulls and Lions in rugby, and Pirates in football.

Entertainment
Bulls coach hails team’s composure as they break home hoodoo
Johan Ackermann said the Bulls ‘took that little bit of flame’ away from the Sharks when they found momentum.
Entertainment

Entertainment
You can draw from your two-pot savings again… but you probably shouldn’t
Household consumption has increased by 3%, forcing some to withdraw from their pension.

Science/Tech
Former Top Trump Official Is Going After Prediction Markets
As the battle over prediction markets rages on, Mick Mulvaney is leading a new coalition that calls these platforms illegal gambling.

Science/Tech
Moonbet’s Secrets: Crypto Casino Winning Strategies For South African Players
South Africa is one of the most crypto-active countries in the world, with over 1.2 million users on Binance P2P alone. Most of that crowd already uses crypto for everyday transactions, especially on online casinos, like Moonbet. What’s Moonbet? It’s a newly launched crypto casino with a global player base, the talk of every crypto […]

Science/Tech
Comms ministry initiates governance reforms for entities
The department reveals structural reforms for its entities, to overcome historic governance challenges and create a formal framework to address governance crises.

Science/Tech
Best AirPods (2026): Which Apple Headphones Should You Buy?
From the AirPods Pro to the AirPods Max, these are the best headphones for your iPhone and beyond.
Motoring

Motoring
The cheapest luxury cars you can buy in South Africa
It’s possible to buy a car from a premium brand in South Africa for less than R350,000.

Motoring
New Lexus RZ launched in South Africa – Pricing and features
Toyota’s luxury brand Lexus has launched its first fully-electric car in South Africa.

Motoring
New Chinese double-cab bakkie announced for South Africa
Chery has announced that a new double-cab bakkie coming to South Africa.

Health
I spent 13 years in pain before doctors finally worked out why
Women with endometriosis say doctors failed to listen to them or take their pain seriously.
Health
How the Psychedelic Drug Ibogaine Changed Me Forever
Veterans and others who have suffered trauma and injuries are flocking to clinics around the world to take ibogaine. My own reason was deeply personal.
Health
Elite Doctors Served Jeffrey Epstein While Treating His ‘Girls’
A small stable of doctors gave V.I.P. medical services to the sex offender and the women around him. Some doctors bent or broke the ethical rules of their profession.
Health
Banks Are Becoming Bulwarks for Vulnerable Seniors
Older Americans are losing billions of dollars annually to financial exploitation. Banks and investment firms are training employees to spot red flags and stop the transactions.