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.
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.
