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Human-plant hybrid cells reveal truth about dark DNA in our genome

It has been claimed that because most of our DNA is active, it must be important, but now human-plan

Guinea votes in first post-coup presidential election

Polls opened in Guinea on Sunday in the countrys first presidential election since the 2021 coup tha

Zambia and Morocco brace for high-stakes AFCON group clash

With both teams under pressure and little margin for error, the upcoming clash promises intensity, h

Hundreds mourn top military commanders killed in Ankara plane crash

Hundreds of people packed a stadium in the Libyan city of Misrata on Sunday for the funeral of three

Gene-edited babies are the future but these CRISPR start-ups arent

Three start-ups are aiming to create gene-edited babies. Columnist Michael Le Page has no doubt that

Broadband: Nigeria misses 2020-2025 target, mulls new 2025-2030 plan

As it has become certain that Nigeria will miss the 70 per cent broadband target set for 2025, there

UK restricts DRC visas over migrant return row

A row between the United Kingdom and the Democratic Republic of the Congo has escalated over what Lo

Kyiv 'not rushing to resolve conflict by peaceful means,' Putin says

Russian President Vladimir Putin says Kyiv "not rushing to resolve conflict by peaceful means," and

Somalia leads international backlash against Israel over recognition of Somalila

Somalia is leading a growing international backlash against Israel over its recognition of Somalilan

Applying for a business licence from George Municipality

BUSINESS NEWS - The registration of any business operating in a municipal area at their local munici

US tariffs become a headwind for SA yacht builders

South Africas boat-building industry has been described as a story of passion, excellent designs and

Central African Republic votes amid mostly peaceful election day

Roughly 2.3 million voters are casting ballots for president, legislators, and local offices, with p

Inside Cyril Ramaphosa's fortune: the McDonald's deal, Mondi, Standard Bank ties

Cyril Ramaphosa did not arrive at the Union Buildings as a politician who had only ever lived on par

US strikes on IS targets in Nigeria may only fan the flames of insurgent violenc

The public is looking for relief from terrorism and violence. But Donald Trumps words bolster narrat

Polls open in Guinea with junta leader favoured to win first presidential vote s

Polls opened in Guinea on Sunday in the countrys first presidential election since the 2021 coup tha

Fresh clashes reported in eastern DRC town of Uvira despite M23 promise to withd

Hopes of peace in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo are fading after new clashes erupted in U

CAR general election gets underway as Touadra seeks controversial third term

Central African Republics general election got underway on Sunday as President Archange Touadra seek

Benin secure their first-ever AFCON victory with a 1-0 win over Botswana

Benin secured their first-ever victory at the Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday in front of a vibran

ANC announces passing of former NEC member Dikeledi Magadzi

It is with a deep sense of sadness that we inform you of the passing on of Cde Dikeledi Magadzi this

EFF condemns Israels recognition of Somaliland as independent state

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has condemned Israels recognition of Somaliland as an independen

ANC Johannesburg fires back at Mashaba over hijacked buildings claims

The African National Congress (ANC) in Johannesburg has hit back at ActionSA President Herman Mashab

Hlongwa fought very hard to clear his name: Family

The family of the late former Gauteng Health MEC Brian Hlongwa says he always wanted to prove his in

DA renews calls for criminal charges in Tembisa Hospital scandal

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng has renewed its call for criminal charges to be laid against

EFF condemns US attacks in northwest Nigeria

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has condemned United States airstrikes carried out in northwest

ANCYL calls on govt to declare youth unemployment a national disaster

The African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) has called on the government to declare youth une

ActionSA slams Cape Town's marine sewage outfall expansion plans

ActionSA has criticised the City of Cape Towns plans to upgrade and expand marine sewage outfalls. I

ANC WC mourns activist Mario Gatto Wanza's death

The African National Congress (ANC) in the Western Cape is mourning the passing of well-known commun

Nomalanga Shozi and Robot Boii to host the Last Dance Music Festival on New Year

Nomalanga 'The Flame' Shozi and Robot Boii will host the 16th annual Last Dance Music Festival on Ne

Reflecting on loss: lessons from notable lives lost in 2025

Join us as we reflect on the remarkable lives lost in 2023, from a groundbreaking naturalist to a le

Brigitte Bardot dies at 91: remembering the French legend and animal rights advo

The world mourns the passing of Brigitte Bardot, the iconic actress and animal rights pioneer who re

The 10 songs Fikile Mbalula couldn't stop playing in 2025

Explore Fikile Mbalula's Top 10 songs of 2025, showcasing the vibrant South African music scene and

Gagasi FM host Felix Hlophe denies physical violence after viral video

Gagasi FM breakfast show host Felix Hlophe has denied allegations of physical violence involving his

New comedy series Bhelas set to shake up Mzansi Magic

Mzansi Magic viewers are in for a treat as Bhelas, the channels new comedy series, makes its debut o

KZN musicians to shine at 22nd Durban Jazz Festival

KwaZulu-Natal musicians are set to take centre stage at the highly anticipated 22nd Durban Jazz Fest

Ukhozi FM clarifies Song of the Year voting process following SMS error

Ukhozi FM has responded to concerns regarding its Song of the Year voting process, addressing issues

Somizi Mhlongo celebrates 53rd birthday: balancing success, personal challenges

On his 53rd birthday, South African media personality Somizi Mhlongo shares heartfelt reflections on

African players are loyal, former Chelsea Coach Jose Mourinho declares

One of the best coaches of all-time, Jose Mourinho has declared that African players are loyal and h

Algeria advance to AFCON last-16, Cameroon hold Ivory Coast

Algeria on Sunday became the third country after Egypt and Nigeria to qualify for the knockout stage

Emery has Arsenal score to settle with surging Aston Villa

Unai Emery returns to the scene of one of his few managerial failures on Tuesday, aiming to land a h

Exciting local derbies on the cards as SA teams return to URC action

After taking a short break over the festive season, the Sharks host the Lions in Durban on Saturday

Ivory Coast and Cameroon share the spoils in Afcon clash of the heavyweights

African football heavyweights Ivory Coast and Cameroon played out to a thrilling 1-1 draw at a well-

Broos defends Mudau as Bafana prepare to take on Zimbabwe

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has absolved defender Khuliso Mudau of any wrongdoing in the action t

A Year in Review: Memorable Sporting Highlights and Events of 2025

A look back at some of the international sports events and personalities that made headlines in 2025

Bafana Bafana urged to keep spirits high despite Egypt loss

Former Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana defender Lucky Lekgwathi says the national soccer team play

SA20 teams look to build momentum after explosive start

The SA20 is ready to kick into high gear this week, after an exciting first weekend of action got se

7 hacks to reprogramme yourself for the new year

Its a New Years resolution unlike any other. Instead of promising yourself to quit smoking or go to

Nomalanga Shozi and Robot Boii to host the Last Dance Music Festival on New Year

Nomalanga 'The Flame' Shozi and Robot Boii will host the 16th annual Last Dance Music Festival on Ne

Gen Z workwear in 2026 is where expression meets convention

Gen Z is nothing like any of the generations ahead of them. They speak a different language, hold di

An invitation to pause and reconnect: Neimil launches limited-edition Pole Pole

Johannesburg-based lifestyle brand Neimil has launched a limited-edition capsule collection, Pole Po

Travel Smart, Travel Safe: Preparing Your Vehicle for the Festive Season

LIFESTYLE NEWS - As South Africans prepare for their annual festive season road trips, the importanc

Amogelang Moagi laat nie toe dat staalheup, hartseer haar graadvreugde steel nie

LEEFSTYL NUUS - " n Heup van staal en n hart van staal." So beskryf Amogelang Moagi se dosent, dr Su

When food isn't festive: Supporting loved ones with eating disorders this holida

LIFESTYLE NEWS - For many, the festive season revolves around long lunches, lavish braais and big fa

Ukhozi FM says song-of-the-year vote not affected by SMS confirmation error

Ukhozi FM has assured its listeners that the recent SMS confirmation error for Ingoma Ehlukanisa Uny

Let Rooibos brighten up your festive summer season spread

LIFESTYLE NEWS - With the festive season in full swing, Rooibos is finding new life across the summe