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.
Missing Ekurhuleni MMC Andile Mngwevu Found Dead in Mozambique After Flood Tragedy
Ekurhuleni MMC for Roads and Transport Planning Andile Mngwevu has been found dead in Mozambique after the vehicle he was travelling in was swept away by floods in the Chókwè…
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The South African government is weighing plans to regulate podcasts as part of a broader overhaul of outdated broadcasting and online media laws, officials say.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.
