Steers Admits ‘Wrong Judgment Call’ After Pretoria Workers Filmed Doing Gardening
Steers South Africa has responded after workers at its Menlo Park branch in Pretoria were filmed doing gardening duties, admitting a wrong judgment call and stating the practice is unacceptable.
Minneapolis ICE Shooting Raises Questions After Nurse Killed During Immigration Operation
Another Minneapolis ICE shooting has sparked protests and scrutiny after a registered nurse with no criminal record was killed during an immigration enforcement operation. Video evidence and witness accounts challenge…
South Africa considers regulating podcasts as government reviews online media laws
The South African government is weighing plans to regulate podcasts as part of a broader overhaul of outdated broadcasting and online media laws, officials say.
Free State teacher secures 100% physical science matric pass rate for nine consecutive years
Free State educator Lerato Ramabodu has achieved a 100% matric pass rate in physical science for nine consecutive years, cementing his reputation as one of South Africa’s standout science teachers.
IShowSpeed becomes first creator to livestream inside the Great Pyramid of Giza
IShowSpeed makes digital history by becoming the first content creator to livestream from inside Egypt’s Great Pyramid of Giza during his Africa streamathon.
Missing Krugersdorp matriculant Rikus Kylander earns five distinctions in 2025 exams
Noordheuwel High School confirms missing learner Rikus Kylander achieved five distinctions in the 2025 matric exams after disappearing in Mozambique.
Ramaphosa warns nearly 500,000 learners who started Grade 1 in 2014 never reached matric
President Cyril Ramaphosa says almost 500,000 learners who began Grade 1 in 2014 failed to reach matric, despite a record-breaking 2025 pass rate.
Ekurhuleni drug bust: Two women among 10 suspects arrested with drugs worth R22,800
Ten suspects, including two women, were arrested in Ekurhuleni after EMPD seized drugs worth over R22,800 during targeted operations last week.
US Catholic Cardinals Warn Trump Over Greenland Threats and Use of Military Force
Three senior US Catholic cardinals have warned President Donald Trump that threats over Greenland, military action and foreign aid cuts risk undermining human dignity and global peace.
CAF to Take Disciplinary Action After Chaotic Scenes at AFCON 2025 Final
CAF has condemned unacceptable behaviour during the AFCON 2025 final between Senegal and Morocco, promising disciplinary action after on-field protests and crowd clashes.
Nine Children Injured After Scholar Transport Crashes Into Tree in Pinetown
Nine schoolchildren were injured after a scholar transport vehicle crashed into a tree near Sarnia Primary School in Pinetown, west of Durban.
Gauteng Scholar Transport Crash Claims 11 Learners in Vanderbijlpark
Eleven learners have died and five were critically injured after a private scholar transport crash in Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng. Authorities say the incident is under investigation.
Dion George Resigns from DA, Claims Party Has Been ‘Captured by the ANC’
Former environment minister Dion George has resigned from the Democratic Alliance, accusing leader John Steenhuisen of allowing the party to be captured by the ANC and criminal interests.
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Mozambique’s R1.9 Billion Seafood Industry Falters as Spanish Investor Plans Exit
Mozambique’s prawn industry faces a major setback as Spanish firm Nueva Pescanova prepares to exit, highlighting years of overfishing, environmental damage and lost export revenue.
Calls Grow for South Africa to Declare State of Disaster as Foot-and-Mouth Disease Crisis Deepens
The Freedom Front Plus is urging government to declare a state of disaster over South Africa’s worsening foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, warning of risks to farmers, food security and exports.
Druski’s Viral Church Skit Sparks Debate Over Mega-Church Culture and Money
Comedian Druski’s latest church parody has gone viral, drawing sharp reactions for its satire of mega-church wealth, celebrity pastors and faith mixed with money.
Why Some Afrikaners Are Being Denied Refugee Status in the United States
Some Afrikaner South Africans have had their US refugee applications rejected. Here are the key reasons why not all applicants qualify under the US resettlement programme.
Fans Cancel Thousands of 2026 World Cup Tickets as Calls Grow to Boycott Donald Trump’s USA
At least 16,800 FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets have reportedly been cancelled as fans worldwide call for a boycott over safety fears linked to US immigration enforcement under Donald Trump.
Donald Trump Claims DEI and Civil Rights Policies Harmed White Americans
US President Donald Trump says civil rights and DEI policies led to “reverse discrimination” against White Americans, reigniting debate over race, equality and the future of US civil rights.
DJ Warras Murder Case: Court Hears Victor Majola Allegedly Pointed Out Media Personality Before Fatal Shooting
A Johannesburg court has heard allegations that murder accused Victor Majola identified DJ Warrick Stock, known as DJ Warras, moments before the media personality was shot dead outside Zambesi Flats.
