General Lesetja Senona Removed as KZN Hawks Head After Madlanga Commission Testimony
KwaZulu-Natal Hawks head Major-General Lesetja Senona has been removed from office following his controversial testimony at the Madlanga Commission regarding his links to Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala.
Jeandre Gaffoor Dies: Stellenbosch FC Young Midfielder Passes Away in Cape Town
Stellenbosch FC have confirmed the death of DStv Diski Challenge midfielder Jeandre Gaffoor, who is believed to have drowned in Cape Town at the age of 20.
Donald Trump Threatens to Sue Trevor Noah After Grammy Awards Remarks
US President Donald Trump has threatened legal action against comedian Trevor Noah following remarks made during the 2026 Grammy Awards.
BMW Warns Cheap Chinese and Indian Car Imports Could Damage SA’s Used-Car Market
BMW South Africa CEO Peter van Binsbergen warns that an influx of cheap Chinese and Indian cars could harm South Africa’s used-car market and cost jobs.
Sefako Makgatho University Vice-Chancellor Under Pressure Over Alleged R36 Million Tender Corruption
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University Vice-Chancellor Professor Tandi Matsha-Erasmus is facing mounting pressure over alleged irregularities in a R36 million student transport tender.
Africa Coastal Marine Tourism Career Day 2026 Empowers Students for Blue Economy Careers at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
The Career Day at Africa’s Coastal Marine Tourism Trade Market 2026 connects tourism students with real opportunities in the blue economy, maritime careers, and sustainable coastal tourism through partnerships with…
Doctors Suspended After Patient Dies During Cosmetic Procedure in Paris
Two plastic surgeons have been suspended and fined following the death of a patient during a cosmetic procedure at a private clinic in Paris. The patient, a 65-year-old man, died…
Spotify Paid Out Over R200 Billion to Music Industry in 2025, Driving Global Revenue Growth
Spotify says it paid more than R200 billion to the global music industry in 2025, the largest annual payout in history, as streaming revenue growth outpaced other income sources and…
Senegal and Morocco Face Heavy CAF Fines After Chaotic AFCON 2025 Final
Senegal and Morocco have both been fined heavily by the Confederation of African Football following misconduct during the AFCON 2025 final in Rabat, with suspensions handed to coaches and players…
Foot-and-Mouth Vaccine Dispute Escalates as Sakeliga Demands Urgent Legal Response from Steenhuisen
The dispute over South Africa’s foot-and-mouth disease vaccination strategy has intensified, with Sakeliga giving Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen until 30 January to respond to a legal demand challenging state control…
South Africa Declares Israel’s Chargé d’Affaires Persona Non Grata, Orders Exit Within 72 Hours
South Africa has formally declared Israel’s chargé d’affaires, Ariel Seidman, persona non grata, giving him 72 hours to leave the country. The decision was announced on Friday by the Department…
Thabo Bester Transferred to eBongweni Supermax in KZN, Where ‘Cat’ Matlala Is Also Held
Convicted killer and rapist Thabo Bester has been moved to eBongweni Super Maximum Correctional Facility in KwaZulu-Natal, joining murder-accused businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, as the Department of Correctional Services tightens…
US Returns to Africa with Investment-First Strategy as Global Competition for Influence Grows
The United States is reshaping its engagement with Africa, shifting from aid-driven relations to an investment-first strategy focused on infrastructure, trade and private sector partnerships as competition for influence on…
Melania Trump Documentary Faces Weak Box Office Opening Amid Low Ticket Sales
A new documentary centred on Melania Trump is projected to have a difficult start at the box office, with weak advance ticket sales in the US and UK raising questions…
Julius Malema Slams Donald Trump at EFF Plenum, Accuses US of Global Imperialism
EFF leader Julius Malema used the EFF Plenum 2026 to criticise US President Donald Trump and American foreign policy, accusing the United States of imperialism, global destabilisation and economic exploitation,…
Ramaphosa Acts on Madlanga Commission Findings as Charges Follow Against Senior Police Officials
President Cyril Ramaphosa has accepted the Madlanga Commission’s interim findings, triggering criminal referrals, disciplinary action and the creation of a special police task team to tackle corruption within law enforcement.
South African Journalist Faces Backlash After Challenging Trump on ‘White Genocide’ Claims
Journalist Heidie Giokos has come under online attack after questioning former US President Donald Trump about claims of “white genocide” in South Africa during an interview at the World Economic…
Taxi Driver Rescued After Three Hours in Deadly KZN Crash That Killed 11
A taxi driver has been rescued after being trapped for three hours following a devastating crash on the R102 near Isipingo, south of Durban, that claimed 11 lives, including a…
Karim Benzema Standoff: Al-Ittihad Contract Dispute Sparks Exit Talks
Karim Benzema is reportedly refusing to play for Al-Ittihad after rejecting a contract renewal offer described as insulting, fuelling speculation about an early exit and a possible return to European…
Competition Commission Approves R861 Billion Electronic Arts Acquisition Led by Saudi Wealth Fund
South Africa’s Competition Commission has approved an R861 billion deal allowing a Saudi-led entity to acquire gaming giant Electronic Arts, finding no competition or public interest concerns.
