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SA begins process to bring 116 stranded citizens back from the Middle East

At least 116 South Africans stranded in the Middle East are expected to be reunited with their families by the end of this week. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) says the first group of 30 citizens will fly home from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, today. Thousands of flights were disrupted after escalating strikes between the United States, Israel, and Iran led to airspace closures across parts of the region. The department […]

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Britney Spears arrested for DUI, sparks social media debate

American pop sensation, Britney Spears, has sparked debate online after her arrest for driving under the influence, with fans split between calls for her to receive treatment and demands that she face legal consequences. According to Ventura County police, Spears was arrested on Wednesday, 4 March, and released the following morning. Authorities reportedly found an unknown substance in her vehicle. Spears has yet to comment publicly. In her 2023 memoir […]

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Parker wary of Spears threat

TS Galaxy assistant coach, Bernard Parker, admits that with Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns out of the Nedbank, their chances of winning the trophy for the second time have increased. However, Galaxy cannot afford to be complacent as they take on little known ABC Motsepe League side Jacksa Spears in Sunday's quarterfinals in Kwa Mhlanga. Speaking ahead of the game, Parker said they are aware of the threat […]

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Madlanga Commission | Carrim criticised for suggesting Commission endangers lives

The Madlanga Commission has rebuked controversial North West businessman, Suleiman Carrim, for suggesting that the commission endangers lives. Carrim's legal representative, Advocate Kemeel Prehmid, had challenged his client’s in-person appearance before the commission, citing concerns for his safety. He said Carrim has faced threats since his name surfaced in allegations before the commission. Commission chair, Mbuyiseli Madlanga, acknowledged that while commissioners are thick-skinned against criticism, "unbecoming behavior must still be […]

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Ramaphosa says he asked Khampepe to step down as TRC inquiry chair amid bias concerns

President Cyril Ramaphosa has revealed that he asked retired Constitutional Court Justice Sisi Khampepe to step down as chair of the inquiry into delayed apartheid-era prosecutions, in an effort to protect the credibility of the process. In papers filed before the Constitutional Court of South Africa, Ramaphosa said the request was made through the Justice Minister to avoid criticism that the commission could not operate impartially or without perceived associations […]

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Wet weekend ahead for Gauteng residents

Residents in Gauteng are being warned to brace for a wet and stormy weekend, with severe thunderstorms forecast for most parts of the province. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says there is a 60% chance of showers and thundershowers, which could bring heavy rain, lightning, and possible localised flooding in some areas. Forescaster, Lehohonolo Thobela, says there is a widespread chance of showers also expected across parts of Mpumalanga, […]

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McKenzie: SA will not boycott World Cup

Sport Minister, Gayton McKenzie, says government does not support calls for Bafana Bafana to boycott the 2026 Fifa World Cup. The global showpiece will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada between June 11 and July 19. South Africa play in the opening match against Mexico in Mexico City. There have been calls for Bafana, who have qualified for their first World Cup since 2002, to boycott the […]

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O’Sullivan apologises to South Africans after Parliament walkout

Controversial forensic investigator, Paul O’Sullivan, has apologised to South Africans for the manner in which he left Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee proceedings last week, but insists he did not undermine the institution. O’Sullivan returned to the committee on Thursday to conclude his testimony after abruptly walking out of the hearings on 26 February. The committee is probing allegations of political interference and corruption in the criminal justice system raised by […]

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NSFAS urges students to appeal unsuccessful applications

National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) CEO, Wassim Carrim, says students who do not meet academic progression requirements or financial eligibility criteria may lodge an appeal with the scheme. Carrim provided the update during a media briefing in Pretoria on Thursday. He says appeals may be granted on grounds such as medical conditions, traumatic events, or other circumstances that may have affected a student’s ability to complete their academic qualification. […]

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Multichoice set to pull the plug on Showmax 

South Africans may soon have to say goodbye to the popular streaming platform Showmax, as plans are reportedly underway to shut down the service in the country. The move follows a strategic review by its parent company, MultiChoice, which is now under the control of French media giant Canal+. While an exact timeline for the shutdown has not yet been confirmed, the company says the decision forms part of broader restructuring efforts. […]

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