Politics

Drone firm backed by Donald Trump’s sons eyes Gulf markets amid...

A drone manufacturer backed by Donald Trump's two eldest sons is seeking to expand sales in Gulf countries, as the region faces heightened tensions...

Powerball results for Friday April 3, 2026

Powerball numbers: 01 | 14 | 25 | 29 | 41 Powerball: 18 Powerball Plus numbers: 16 | 20 | 21 | 24 | 25 Powerball: 6 Visit...

Can Sierra Leone keep its mothers alive?

Sonita Kamara is in obstructed labour, a life-threatening complication where the baby cannot pass through the birth canal despite strong contractions. She is rushed to...

US-Israel-Iran tensions escalate as regional strikes and humanitarian crisis deepen

The US-Israel-Iran conflict entered 35th day with no end in sight, as Israeli military said on Friday that its air defences were operating to...

Bail denied for senior prosecutor accused of domestic violence

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has welcomed a Pretoria North Magistrates’ Court decision to deny bail to one of its senior prosecutors facing multiple...

Aaron Motsoaledi mourns Mankweng twin as surgical success turns tragic

Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has expressed his condolences following the death of one of the conjoined twins separated in a groundbreaking operation at...

Horror R67 crash: three killed as SUV bursts into flames, teen...

A tragic head-on collision on the R67 between Seymour and Whittlesea in the Eastern Cape  claimed the lives of three people in the early...

Popular retailer pushes responsible drinking as millions hit roads

As millions of South Africans prepare to travel, reunite with loved ones and celebrate the Easter long weekend, retailer SPAR Group is sounding a...

Renault previews future ‘cars for living’ with R-Space Lab concept

Renault Group has lifted the lid on its latest innovation demonstrator, the Renault R-Space Lab, offering a glimpse into how the brand...

2026 standard bank young artist award winners announced

The National Arts Festival and Standard Bank have unveiled their 2026 cohort of Standard Bank Young Artist Award (SBYA) winners, and the group makes...

Ford sharpens its family SUV play with updated Territory

Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Ford South Africa) has confirmed that its updated Ford Territory will go on sale in South Africa in...

How the decision to bomb Iran triggered a fuel crisis in...

As South Africans reel from a record fuel price hike that took effect on April 1, the ripple effects of escalating tensions in the...

Turning knowledge into jobs: New approach to tackle youth unemployment

The Cape Winelands, in my view, South Africa’s billionaire belt, is home to iconic wine brands, global tourism, and a thriving sports culture. Human potential...

Nomvula Mokonyane daughter’s PPE tender set aside, ordered to repay millions

A controversial Covid-19 PPE tender linked to the daughter of ANC first deputy secretary Nomvula Mokonyane has been set aside, with the Special Tribunal...

New regulations aim to protect pregnant learners’ right to education

South Africa is taking a significant step toward safeguarding the constitutional right to education with the introduction of proposed regulations for pregnant learners. The aim...

Government breaks silence on Nigerian ‘king’ in Eastern Cape

The South African government has broken its silence over the bogus coronation of a Nigerian national as a "king" of the Igbo people, a...

Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu appointed SARS commissioner

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu as commissioner of the South African Revenue Service. Makhubu will replace Edward Kieswetter, who has been...

‘R2m JoJo tanks whistleblower misled the DA’ – public works

The Mpumalanga public works, roads and transport department has hit back at explosive claims that R2-million was spent on two JoJo tanks at a...

Mercedes-Benz SA CEO exits amid uncertainty over East London plant’s future

Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) has announced the resignation of its CEO, Andreas Brand, effective May 31 – a move that adds to growing uncertainty...

SOWA 2026: Celebrating resilience, confronting hard truths

The second edition of the State of Women Address (SOWA), hosted by WomenCan, proved to be more than just a gathering; it was a...

Parly watchdog cries ‘scapegoat’ as millions meant to protect president vanish

Parliamentary police committee chairperson Ian Cameron has warned that millions of rand meant to fund presidential protection may have been siphoned off through the...

BMW iX3 crowned World Car of the Year 2026 ahead of...

The all-new BMW iX3 has made global headlines after scooping two of the automotive industry’s most coveted accolades – the 2026 “World Car of...

New vehicle sales surge to highest March level since 2007 as...

South Africa’s new vehicle market continued its strong recovery in March 2026, recording its best March performance in nearly two decades, even as warning...

Husband’s bid to make wife pay maintenance for his love child...

The Johannesburg High Court has dismissed an application by an unemployed husband who sought interim financial relief from his estranged wife to support a...

Thabo Bester suffers another court blow to change incarceration status

Convicted murderer and rapist Thabo Bester has suffered yet another legal setback after the Johannesburg High Court dismissed an application to overturn his incarceration...

Sanitary pads support ‘instills value to humanity’

On Wednesday, the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) presented to members of parliament the state of menstrual hygiene and sanitary dignity support...

JMC targets SA’s bakkie giants with bold market entry plans

Chinese automotive brand JMC has officially entered the South African market with ambitious plans to shake up the highly competitive bakkie segment, taking aim...

Lotto results for Wednesday, April 1 2026

Lotto results for Wednesday, April 1 2026 Lotto:                 14 | 18 | 27 | 29 | 52 |...

Mercedes-Benz unveils new GLE, GLE Coupé ahead of SA launch in...

Mercedes-Benz has taken another swing at the premium SUV market with the unveiling of the comprehensively updated GLE and sleeker GLE Coupé, signalling that...

SAPS captain suspended for fraud linked to Presidential Protection Service travel...

A South African Police Service (SAPS) captain has been suspended after allegedly defrauding the state of millions of rands through a scheme that exploited...