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Cape Town to host continent-wide smart water dialogue

As African cities face mounting pressure from population growth, climate uncertainty and rapid urban

Statins dont cause most of the side effects listed on their labels

A review of the evidence suggests that statins are no more likely than a placebo to cause most of th

Remaining 89 kidnapped Nigerian Christians return home

They were among nearly 200 worshippers abducted by criminal gangs from three churches in the north o

AI Dispatch: Daily Trends and Innovations - February 5, 2026 - Voxtral (Mistral)

A daily op-ed briefing that summarizes and analyzes today's biggest AI stories - from Mistral's Voxt

Bonobos pretend tea party shows capacity for imagination

Kanzi, a bonobo with exceptional language skills, took part in a make-believe tea party that demonst

Five stunning images from the Close-up Photographer of the Year awards

An otherworldly coral, a very cute moth and an intricately beautiful mushroom are among the winners

African manufacturers warn short-term AGOA extension offers a brief respite

They say while the one-year renewal is good news, it will not encourage long-term investment by busi

African students win global prize for AI education system without internet

In some parts of the world, access to education remains difficult due to a lack of Internet connecti

Activists announce a new aid flotilla for Gaza of over 100 boats

Campaigners described the upcoming mission as the biggest civilian-led mobilisation against Israel's

Structuring for scale: The role of offshore funds in global growth

BUSINESS NEWS - As investment strategies, asset classes and investor bases become increasingly inter

SA delegation in Beijing for key trade talks with China

South Africas Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau is leading the South African delega

Motus pushes back against retrenchment claims

Motus Holdings has denied that its division, SA Vehicle Retail (SA Retail), has taken unilateral act

Nigeria roiled by alleged coup plot to topple Tinubu

After more than three months of investigation, the Nigerian government announced that several milita

Ramaphosa welcomes SA inclusion in AGOA renewal

President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed South Africas inclusion in the renewed African Growth and Opp

UAE company launches satellite service in SA

United Arab Emirates (UAE) based AI-powered SpaceTech company, Space 42, has launched its next-gener

Illegal mining bleeds billions from economy, says Mantashe

Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Gwede Mantashe, said illegal mining continues to be one

Standard Bank's African Markets Conference seeks to mobilise global capital at s

Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking will host the second edition of its African Markets C

Why Africas truth is falling behind in the digital race (Africanews Debates)

In a world where a shared post can trigger a national crisis in minutes, yesterdays Africanews Debat

Carrim rises to infamy after name surfaces at Madlanga Commission

Businessman and senior African National Congress (ANC) leader in the North West, Suliman Carrim, ros

SAPS has become a breeding ground for corruption: Kohler-Barnard

Procurement processes at the South African Police Service (SAPS) have become a breeding ground for c

Mkhwanazi took it personally when I reported him: Kohler-Barnard

Democratic Alliance (DA) MP Dianne Kohler-Barnard says she believes that the reason she became unpop

Matjeng admits assisting Matlala with SAPS contract

Brigadier Rachel Matjeng has conceded that she acted in the interest of Vusimuzi Cat Matlala when sh

Kohler-Barnard warns against labelling entire judiciary problematic

DA MP Dianne Kohler-Barnard has warned against labelling the entire judiciary as problematic. She wa

I am the right person to lead Johannesburg: Kunene

Patriotic Alliance Deputy President Kenny Kunene , who is also mayoral candidate for the City of Joh

Madlanga Commission grills Matjeng over payments to friend's butchery

The Madlanga Commission has put it to Brigadier Rachel Matjeng that the amounts paid into her friend

Ramaphosa orders tighter security for Madlanga Commission witnesses

President Cyril Ramaphosa has reiterated that security will be tightened for Madlanga Commission wit

Ramaphosa defends decision not to fire Mchunu

President Cyril Ramaphosa has defended his decision not to fire Police Minister Senzo Mchunu , who i

This week's celebrity scoop: Tyla's Grammy triumph and the friendship fallout th

Awards season set the tone this week, with the Grammys driving many of the biggest conversations, wh

After 3 years, The River star Lunga Mofokeng finds a new TV role

Lunga Mofokeng, who became a household name playing Andile Dikana in The River, has been open about

Not a Nigerian award: Somizi calls out Grammy entitlement after Tyla win

South African media personality Somizi Mhlongo has publicly defended Grammy winner Tyla against crit

Your guide to Joburg's weekend events: family fun, cars and fitness

Discover the best events happening in Joburg this weekend, from a vibrant Eid celebration to a class

South African Afrotech DJ Tcee embarks on a dream residency at Ibiza Sonica Radi

South African Afrotech DJ Tcee embarks on a three-month residency at Ibiza Sonica Radio, marking a s

No more DJ gigs till December: Cyan Boujee on why shes taking time off

Cyan Boujee has stunned her fans by announcing shes taking a break from being booked as a DJ until t

Tyla and the Grammys, polony politics on small screens and a struggling comedian

Spotlight is our bite-size entertainment snapshot featuring new releases in South Africa, exclusive

SABC 2 moves Afrikaans news broadcast to new timeslot

The South African Broadcasting Corporation has announced a new 6.30pm timeslot for its Afrikaans new

Satire or scandal? Trevor Noah faces backlash as old tweets resurface amid Epste

As old tweets resurface, Trevor Noah finds himself at the centre of controversy, raising questions a

Glasner Confirms Mateta knee Injury as Milan Pull Out

Softfootball understands that Jean-Philippe Mateta has been dealing with a knee issue since November

Fulham Reopen Summer Talks for Ricardo Pepi After January Setback

Fulham have re-activated talks to sign United States international Ricardo Pepi ahead of the summer

James Rodriguez Nears Minnesota United Switch as MLS and Copa Drama Unfold

SoftFootball understands that James Rodriguez is set for a move to Minnesota United, with a verbal a

Bielle-Biarrey sparkles as France beat Ireland in Six Nations opener

Reiging champions France threw down an ominous marker for their Six Nations rivals as Louis Bielle-B

Joy for De Klerk, despair for Wolvaardt, Kapp and Lee as RCB win WPL final

It was joy for rising Proteas allrounder Nadine de Klerk as she emerged on the winning side after th

Form and familiarity favour India in T20 World Cup

New Delhi Tournament co-hosts India are banking on form and familiarity with conditions as they seek

Slot targets improved display against Man City at home

Liverpool are eager to showcase how far they have progressed when they face second-placed Manchester

Al Hilal Thrash Al Okhdood 6-0 in Saudi Pro League with Benzema Debut Heroics

Softfootball understands that Karim Benzema made a sensational debut for Al Hilal, scoring a hat-tri

Fans React as Al Hilal Cruise to Dominant 6-0 Win Over Al Okhdood

Softfootball understands that Al Hilal's dominant 6-0 victory over Al Okhdood in the Saudi Pro Leagu

Why the right hydration is essential for South African children in Summer

LIFESTYLE NEWS - The hottest month of the year is upon us, which means increasing the fluid intake.

Mrs South Africa 2026 semi-finalists revealed [PICS]

Mrs South Africa has announced the Cape Town and Johannesburg semi-finalists for 2026, following a s

Freshly baked gluten-free rolls made in an air fryer

LIFESTYLE NEWS - Homemade gluten-free rolls taste different from anything you buy in a packet. They

Untreated depression can endanger both mother and baby

LIFESTYLE NEWS - Pregnancy is often expected to be a joyful time, yet for many women it is filled wi

The Nedbank Cup is back! Best places to catch the round of 32 action

Discover the best places to immerse yourself in the excitement of the 2025/26 Nedbank Cup Round of 3

4 February is World Cancer Day, almost R10m raised in 15 years

LIFESTYLE NEWS - On 30 January, just days ahead of World Cancer Day, Reach for Recovery, the NGO tha

Why belly fat is dangerous to your health: Heres how to lose it

For decades, the term beer belly was reserved almost exclusively for men. Today, however, growing

Jarrell Miller's hairpiece flies off mid-fight, yet he claims narrow split decis

During a heavyweight boxing match, Jarrell Miller's toupee unexpectedly flew off, creating a memorab

Practical tips for minimising the health impact of smoke and dry air

LIFESTYLE NEWS - Each summer, the mountains of the Western and Eastern Cape are once again consumed