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The Gauteng High Court has delivered a crushing blow to Jacob Zuma, dismissing his final appeal and ordering immediate repayment of R28.9 million in unlawfully used taxpayer funds for his private legal battles. With no further appeals possible and his presidential pension now at risk of seizure, the era of...

Cuba quietly hands the US Coast Guard over 1,500 drug-smuggling tips while Durban seizes multi-million-dollar meth hauls—two unlikely allies proving intelligence and port vigilance are the new frontline in the global war on narcotics.

Vodacom launches a R36 billion ($2.1B) bid to raise its Safaricom stake to 55%, gaining majority control of Kenya’s telecom and M-Pesa giant in a game-changing East Africa expansion.

In a Johannesburg apartment raid, South Africa’s Hawks arrested a Russian national accused of funneling desperate young men from Soweto and Durban to the frozen trenches of Donbas. Voice notes smuggled from the frontlines reveal the bitter truth: promises of R30 000 “security jobs” in Moscow became Russian-language contracts and...

South Africa’s GDP grew 0.5% in Q3 2025 — the third straight quarter of expansion — driven by a rebound in fixed investment and strong retail activity ahead of the festive season. With construction adding 130,000 jobs and youth unemployment at a two-year low, trade union UASA sees real hope...

South Africa’s Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola has fiercely rejected U.S. accusations of anti-white racism, declaring that Pretoria will never seek Washington’s “approval” for its post-apartheid redress policies. Days after President Trump barred South Africa from the 2026 G20 summit over alleged “white genocide,” Ramaphosa’s government announced a deliberate “commercial break”...

In Kempton Park, Cynthia Dinalane turned her own home into Tshegofatso Rona shelter, saving over 150 GBV survivors with zero government funding. Her 2025 Heroes Award story is a powerful call for nationwide safe houses in a country where a woman is murdered every three hours.

A daring hijacker seized a Samaritan’s Purse aid plane over South Sudan — until the pilot’s brilliant fuel ruse forced a safe landing and arrest. Experts reveal why Africa’s charter skies remain dangerously vulnerable.

Enpower Trading has made history as South Africa’s first private company to join the Southern African Power Pool and secure a cross-border trading licence. With Eskom delivering over 275 load-shedding-free days and sweeping market reforms now in place, the stage is set for cheaper, greener power — and a very...

A ferocious wildfire sparked by lightning in the Matroosberg Mountains is raging through South Africa’s Cape Winelands, forcing evacuations in Ceres and threatening world-famous vineyards with devastating smoke taint. As climate change fuels hotter, windier fire seasons, the region’s wine and fruit industries face an existential crisis — and a...

Mayor Moya’s brothel raids in Pretoria have freed dozens from trafficking yet displaced sex workers into greater danger, with critics branding it moral policing amid 32% unemployment.

US snubs Ramaphosa, bans South Africa from G20 2026, and slaps 30% tariffs on citrus — threatening 140,000 jobs and R10 billion in exports.

In an unforgettable Raipur ODI, Virat Kohli’s 53rd century (102) and Ruturaj Gaikwad’s maiden ton (105) powered India to 358/5. But Aiden Markram’s brilliant 110 and a dew-assisted chase saw South Africa steal a 4-wicket win off the penultimate ball, leveling the series 1-1 in one of the greatest ODI...

South Africa's Bold Rise: Powering Africa's FutureIn 2025, South Africa has solidified its role as Africa’s diplomatic and economic powerhouse. From steering the historic expansion of BRICS and hosting the continent’s first G20 presidency to rolling out game-changing HIV prevention and accelerating renewable energy projects, Pretoria is boldly reshaping Africa’s...

South Africa is on the verge of ditching the dreaded five-year driving licence for an eight-year card – a move that could save motorists millions in time and money while ending the nightmare queues at testing centres. With Minister Barbara Creecy pushing hard and the process reportedly 80% complete as...

Traxtion’s R3.4 billion fleet expansion — the largest private rail investment in South African history — is set to add 4.5 million tonnes of annual capacity, create hundreds of direct jobs, and help reverse a decade-long collapse in freight volumes. Backed by Harith and Absa, the deal signals that private...

Mchunu denies raid knowledge amid SA’s worst drought in decades. Reservoirs at 25 %, trust at breaking point — can the Water Minister still save the taps?

“He fathered children with vulnerable subordinates through coercion and rape” – former City Manager Dr Imogen Mashazi’s bombshell testimony against suspended EMPD Chief Mapiyeye has rocked Ekurhuleni and sparked nationwide outrage.

Trump excludes South Africa from 2026 G20 over “fake news” farm genocide claims. Ramaphosa hits back: “We’re founding members — no invitation needed.” Global trade and alliances hang in the balance.

On World AIDS Day 2025, South Africa lit thousands of candles from Soweto to Springs—not just to remember the lost, but to celebrate a miracle in progress: AIDS deaths have fallen 66% since 2010, life expectancy is rising again, and powerful new tools like twice-yearly lenacapavir injections are rolling out....

Nigeria has just launched its biggest oil licensing round in years, offering 50 high-potential oil and gas blocks and targeting $10 billion in new investment. With production set to rise by up to 400,000 bpd and 2 billion barrels of reserves in play, South African giants like Sasol and PetroSA...

Pick n Pay CFO Lerena Olivier will step down in August 2026 after steering the retailer through crippling losses, riots, and a R12.5bn recapitalisation. As auditing veteran Tina Rookledge prepares to take over, the announcement comes just days after Walmart opened its first branded store in South Africa — intensifying...

As holiday lights sparkle and families hit the road, a nationwide zero-tolerance DUI blitz launches today, December 2, 2025. With extra officers, random checkpoints, and tougher penalties, Transport Minister Elena Fubbs warns: one drink can cost you everything. “The joy of the season must never end in tragedy,” she said....

With just days to spare, ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has ordered all regional conferences to finish by December 3 — five days before the crucial National General Council. Branches across Gauteng, Eastern Cape and beyond are in chaos: rushing membership audits, battling bribery claims, and racing to secure NGC delegates...