Former Isibaya Actor Bongani Gumede Seeks R1 Million from Pick n Pay After Store Injury
Former Isibaya actor Bongani Gumede is reportedly seeking R1 million in damages from Pick n Pay after allegedly tripping over an unmarked trolley at one of the retailer’s stores.
Donald Trump Ends Temporary Protected Status for Ethiopians, Issues 60-Day Departure Notice
The Trump administration has terminated Temporary Protected Status for Ethiopian nationals, giving affected residents 60 days to leave the United States and narrowing humanitarian protections for African migrants.
Police Raid Home of Man Linked to Bondi Beach Terror Attack as Investigation Continues
Police have raided the home of a man reportedly linked to the Bondi Beach terror attack, as authorities caution that key details remain unconfirmed.
Namibia Faces Tough Decision as Starlink Moves Closer to Entering Broadband Market
Namibia is weighing a critical policy decision as Starlink seeks approval to enter its broadband market, sparking debate over internet access, local ownership laws and digital sovereignty.
US Navy Admiral Steps Down Amid Scrutiny of Trump-Era Boat Strikes in Latin America
A senior US Navy admiral overseeing military operations in Latin America has handed over command as Congress intensifies scrutiny of deadly Trump-era strikes on alleged drug-smuggling boats.
EFF Warns Starlink Poses ‘Security Risk’ to South Africa Amid Policy Dispute
The EFF has criticised a new communications policy it says favours Elon Musk’s Starlink, warning it poses security risks and undermines transformation laws in South Africa’s ICT sector.
Bondi Beach Attack: How Gunmen Killed 15 in Australia’s Deadliest Shooting in 30 Years
Fifteen people were killed in a terrorist attack at Sydney’s Bondi Beach during a Hanukkah celebration, marking Australia’s deadliest mass shooting in nearly 30 years.
R100m+ RAF Call Centre Deal Under Scrutiny as Documents Reveal Serious Process Failures
Internal documents suggest that a Road Accident Fund call centre deal worth more than R100 million was effectively decided months before approval, with rushed internal processes, conflicts of interest, and…
Presidency Condemns Elon Musk’s ‘Apartheid-Era’ Claims as Dangerous and False
The Presidency has condemned Elon Musk’s claim that South Africa enforces more racially discriminatory laws today than under apartheid, calling the remarks false, offensive and historically reckless.
Kruger Park Poacher Sentenced to 16 Years for Killing Two Rhinos
A 28-year-old poacher has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for killing two rhinos in the Kruger National Park, in a case highlighting ongoing threats to South Africa’s wildlife.
Donald Trump Sued Over White House East Wing Demolition and Ballroom Project
Donald Trump faces a lawsuit over the demolition of the White House East Wing, with preservationists claiming the ballroom project violated planning, environmental and public review laws.
Treasury Intensifies Fraud Investigations Targeting Somali Money Transfers
The US Treasury Department has stepped up investigations into alleged fraud linked to Somali-linked businesses as the Trump administration expands scrutiny over money transfers and financial crimes.
Outrage Grows as FIFA Faces Pressure to Halt 2026 World Cup Ticket Sales Over Sky-High Prices
FIFA is under growing pressure from football fans after revealing eye-watering ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup opener, with supporters branding the costs as extortionate and exclusionary.
Oprah Winfrey Sells Part of ‘Promised Land’ Estate for Over R320 Million, More Than Doubling Investment
Oprah Winfrey has sold a four-acre portion of her famed Montecito estate, known as “Promised Land”, for more than double what she originally paid, while retaining the bulk of her…
Woman Confronts Racist Commenter at Workplace, Issues Ultimatum in Viral TikTok
A Black woman has gone viral after travelling three hours to confront a man who left racist comments online, forcing a public apology during a tense face-to-face encounter captured on…
Mother and Daughter Escape Drowning After Car Crashes Into Indoor Swimming Pool
A French mother and her young daughter narrowly escaped drowning after their car plunged into an indoor swimming pool at a leisure centre near Marseille, following a pedal error in…
Why Tom Cruise Declined Donald Trump’s Help on His Scrapped Space Film
Tom Cruise reportedly refused to ask US President Donald Trump for assistance in making his long-planned space movie, citing a desire to remain apolitical. The decision may have played a…
Amanda Seyfried Refuses to Apologise for ‘Hateful’ Charlie Kirk Comments
Amanda Seyfried has doubled down on her comments about slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk, saying she will not apologise for calling his rhetoric hateful. The actress insists her remarks were…
Report Reveals South Africa’s Top 10% Control 86% of National Wealth
South Africa’s richest 10% hold 86% of the country’s total wealth, according to the latest World Inequality Report, which warns that inequality remains unchanged despite declining poverty levels. While 23-million…
Vodacom Announces Contract Price Increases Effective 1 February 2026
Vodacom will increase prices on several contract plans from 1 February 2026, citing rising operational costs and major investments in 4G, 5G, and customer support. New customers get a two-month…
