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The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has uncovered what it describes as organised, systemic corruption within the Department of Home Affairs, involving the fraudulent issuing of asylum permits, visas and permanent residence documents over nearly two decades.
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has uncovered what it describes as organised, systemic corruption within the Department of Home Affairs, involving the…
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Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi faced immense pressure in his 2026 State of the Province Address (SOPA), with calls for decisive action on Gauteng’s deepening water crisis and entrenched corruption in public institutions.
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi faced immense pressure in his 2026 State of the Province Address (SOPA), with calls for decisive action on Gauteng’s…
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The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, Thamsanqa Ntuli, will lead a high-level multisectoral stakeholder engagement on 24 February 2026 to address rising tensions linked to the growing influx of undocumented foreign nationals in the province
The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, Thamsanqa Ntuli, will lead a high-level multisectoral stakeholder engagement on 24 February 2026 to address rising tensions…
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Msunduzi Municipality has outlined the circumstances behind the prolonged water outage that disrupted key institutions in the Pietermaritzburg CBD, including the High Court and Deeds Office precinct.
Msunduzi Municipality has outlined the circumstances behind the prolonged water outage that disrupted key institutions in the Pietermaritzburg CBD, including…
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The People’s Bank of China stands pat on rates 2. FedEx sues US administration for tariff refund 3. Market update
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The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, Thamsanqa Ntuli, will lead a high-level multisectoral stakeholder engagement on 24 February 2026 to address rising tensions linked to the growing influx of undocumented foreign nationals in the province.
The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, Thamsanqa Ntuli, will lead a high-level multisectoral stakeholder engagement on 24 February 2026 to address rising tensions…
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On Friday, 27 February, the Business Rescue Practitioners and their lawyers will approach the High Court in Durban to request the provisional liquidation of Tongaat Hulett Limited (THL), the company that is a crucial backbone of the rural economy in northern KwaZulu-Natal
On Friday, 27 February, the Business Rescue Practitioners and their lawyers will approach the High Court in Durban to request the provisional liquidation of…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Analysts are upbeat ahead of the national budget, pricing in ratings upgrade 2. Nedbank clears…
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Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
24 February 2026 1.    Botswana- Zambia Botswana, Zambia Leaders to Launch Kazungula Bridge Authority Today President Advocate Duma Gideon…
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Venezuelan lawmakers have passed a sweeping new amnesty law aimed at freeing hundreds of people prosecuted or convicted for political reasons during 27 years of authoritarian rule
Venezuelan lawmakers have passed a sweeping new amnesty law aimed at freeing hundreds of people prosecuted or convicted for political reasons during 27 years…
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How the Tongaat Hulett crisis could devastate South Africa's rural sugar economy
How the Tongaat Hulett crisis could devastate South Africa's rural sugar economy Guest: Higgins Mdluli: Chairman of SA Canegrowers
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The Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Mr Gwede Mantashe, will today, 20 February 2026, undertake an oversight visit to the EKapa Mine in Kimberley, Northern Cape, following a mudslide incident at the mine.
The Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Mr Gwede Mantashe, will today, 20 February 2026, undertake an oversight visit to the EKapa Mine in Kimberley…
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Zimbabwe’s cabinet has approved draft legislation that could extend the rule of President Emmerson Mnangagwa until at least 2030
Zimbabwe’s cabinet has approved draft legislation that could extend the rule of President Emmerson Mnangagwa until at least 2030. Guest: Everisto…
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The GCINAMASIKO Arts and Heritage Trust will tomorrow, 21 February, celebrate International Mother Tongue Celebration 2026 under the theme "See Me, Hear me, Let’s Dance
The GCINAMASIKO Arts and Heritage Trust will tomorrow, 21 February, celebrate International Mother Tongue Celebration 2026 under the theme "See Me, Hear me…
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Four South African MK fighters have returned home from Russia’s war in Ukraine, bringing with them disturbing accounts of abuse, injury and trauma.
Four South African MK fighters have returned home from Russia’s war in Ukraine, bringing with them disturbing accounts of abuse, injury and trauma…
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The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) remains in a state of uncertainty as it works to digitise South Africa and complete the long-delayed transition from analogue to digital broadcasting. A 15-year digital migration process has been repeatedly stalled — most recently by a court ruling — while infrastructure backlogs, funding constraints, and socio-economic barriers continue to hinder universal access to digital services.
The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) remains in a state of uncertainty as it works to digitise South Africa and complete the…
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The Road Traffic Infringement Agency announced it would outsource the rollout to a private company — at an estimated additional cost of R1.2 billion. Citing financial constraints, the agency missed its third implementation deadline on December 1 and, shortly thereafter, issued a tender for a 60-month “turnkey solution” to design, build, and operate core Aarto systems.
The Road Traffic Infringement Agency announced it would outsource the rollout to a private company — at an estimated additional cost of R1.2 billion…
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On Friday the 20th, students at the University of Cape Town (UCT) held a peaceful and silent demonstration to express their grief, disappointment, and anger at the growing failures within higher education and the way UCT continues to operate. This demonstration was both a cry and a call for meaningful change.
On Friday the 20th, students at the University of Cape Town (UCT) held a peaceful and silent demonstration to express their grief, disappointment, and anger at…
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Update on rescue efforts at the Ekapa Minerals Joint Shaft Mine in Kimberley, where hope is fading for five miners trapped nearly 890 metres underground
Update on rescue efforts at the Ekapa Minerals Joint Shaft Mine in Kimberley, where hope is fading for five miners trapped nearly 890 metres underground…
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There are protest underway at Tembisa, City of Ekurhuleni. what's behind the people's grievances?
There are protest underway at Tembisa, City of Ekurhuleni. what's behind the people's grievances? Guest: Lele Lefakane, Chairperson of the Tembisa Community…
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Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 23 February 2026…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Trump raises global tariffs to 15% after Supreme Court setback 2. Northam secures R2 billion to fast track renewable energy drive 3. Market update
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Herman Mashaba has officially announced that he is stepping back into the race for Mayor of Johannesburg, setting up what is shaping up to be ahigh-stakes political showdown ahead of the upcoming local government elections
Herman Mashaba has officially announced that he is stepping back into the race for Mayor of Johannesburg, setting up what is shaping up to be ahigh-stakes…
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President Donald Trump has escalated his trade battle with the judiciary by raising global import tariffs to 15%, just a day after the Supreme Court of the United States struck down his sweeping trade levies
President Donald Trump has escalated his trade battle with the judiciary by raising global import tariffs to 15%, just a day after the Supreme Court of the…
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One year after the brutal murders of Pretoria-based journalist Aserie Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Mdhluli, the Africa Media and Communications Forum (AMCF) has condemned repeated court delays in the case and called for urgent intervention to prevent further setbacks.
One year after the brutal murders of Pretoria-based journalist Aserie Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Mdhluli, the Africa Media and Communications Forum (AMCF)…
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South Africa’s Portfolio Committee on Trade, Industry and Competition has stepped in to safeguard jobs and restore investor confidence in the country’s film and television sector amid growing uncertainty over government incentives.
South Africa’s Portfolio Committee on Trade, Industry and Competition has stepped in to safeguard jobs and restore investor confidence in the…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Global central banks rally behind Powell amid DOJ probe 2. JPMorgan pushes back on Trump’s…
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The African National Congress (ANC) has decribed the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey released by Statistics South Africa, which shows a 0.5 percentage point decline in the country’s official unemployment rate as a “measurable improvement” and a sign that sustained government economic interventions are beginning to deliver tangible results.
The African National Congress (ANC) has decribed the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey released by Statistics South Africa, which shows a 0.5 percentage…
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Global central banks rally behind Powell amid DOJ probe 2. JPMorgan pushes back on Trump’s proposed cap on credit card interest 3. Markets
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Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
20 February 2026 1.    Niger – International Monetary Fund (IMF) IMF approves $91 million in funding for Niger following programme…
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Former South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to life in prison for masterminding what a Seoul court described as an insurrection aimed at imposing military rule
Former South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to life in prison for masterminding what a Seoul court described as an insurrection aimed at…
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The National Gambling Board (NGB) and the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening responsible gambling awareness at tertiary institutions while safeguarding public education funds
The National Gambling Board (NGB) and the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening…
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The People’s Water Forum is calling on the government to declare South Africa’s worsening water crisis a national disaster, citing widespread infrastructure collapse and chronic service delivery failures
The People’s Water Forum is calling on the government to declare South Africa’s worsening water crisis a national disaster, citing widespread…
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The latest on the Ekapa Mine rescue trapped miners. Rescue efforts continue 54 hours since five miners were trapped underground at Ekapa Mine in Kimberley, Northern Cape.
The latest on the Ekapa Mine rescue trapped miners. Rescue efforts continue 54 hours since five miners were trapped underground at Ekapa Mine in Kimberley…
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Inflation eases in January 2. Retail sales growth slows during festive season 3. Market update
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Suspended SAPS deputy national commissioner Shadrack Sibiya has accused KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi of colluding with the MK Party to engineer his removal from office.
Suspended SAPS deputy national commissioner Shadrack Sibiya has accused KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi of colluding with the MK Party to…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Inflation eases in January 2. Retail sales growth slows during festive season 3. Market update
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ActionSA has publicly rejected the appointment of its Ekurhuleni councillor Xolani Khumalo as a Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) in the City of Ekurhuleni.
ActionSA has publicly rejected the appointment of its Ekurhuleni councillor Xolani Khumalo as a Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) in the City of…
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The Free State High Court has ruled that Moroadi Cholota, former personal assistant to ex-Free State premier Ace Magashule, will stand trial in the R255 million asbestos corruption case.
The Free State High Court has ruled that Moroadi Cholota, former personal assistant to ex-Free State premier Ace Magashule, will stand trial in the R255…
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Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 19 February 2026…
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Glencore remains open to M&A activity 2. Sibanye Stillwater warns of impairments in its lithium and gold operations 3. Market update
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Peace talks between Ukraine and Russia in Geneva have ended without a breakthrough, highlighting the deep divisions that persist four years after Moscow’s full-scale invasion
Peace talks between Ukraine and Russia in Geneva have ended without a breakthrough, highlighting the deep divisions that persist four years after…
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A new study by the University of the Free State (UFS) has found that dozens of sanitary pads and pantyliners sold in South Africa contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) — even when marketed as “free from harmful chemicals.”
A new study by the University of the Free State (UFS) has found that dozens of sanitary pads and pantyliners sold in South Africa contain endocrine-disrupting…
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Uber and Bolt, could soon be operating illegally if they fail to comply with new government regulations under the National Land Transport Amendment Act.
Uber and Bolt, could soon be operating illegally if they fail to comply with new government regulations under the National Land Transport Amendment Act. With…
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Jesse Jackson, the veteran US civil rights leader, Baptist minister and two-time presidential candidate, has died at the age of 84, his family has announced.
Jesse Jackson, the veteran US civil rights leader, Baptist minister and two-time presidential candidate, has died at the age of 84, his family has announced…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter MTN makes official bid to acquire full stake in IHS towers 2. Industry players eye stake in AMSA…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Unemployment rates dips to 31.4% in Q4 2. Afrimat says local macro conditions are weighing on…
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Unpacking the latest developments and key revelations emerging from the Nkabinde Enquiry, as proceedings continue to shed light on critical issues under investigation
Unpacking the latest developments and key revelations emerging from the Nkabinde Enquiry, as proceedings continue to shed light on critical issues under…
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The fourth-quarter 2025 Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS), released by Statistics South Africa and presented by Statistician-General Risenga Maluleke at Isibalo House in Pretoria, shows a second consecutive quarterly decline in unemployment.
The fourth-quarter 2025 Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS), released by Statistics South Africa and presented by Statistician-General Risenga Maluleke at…
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A search and rescue operation is underway at Ekapa Mine in Kimberley after five mine workers became trapped underground following a mudslide in the early hours of Tuesday morning
A search and rescue operation is underway at Ekapa Mine in Kimberley after five mine workers became trapped underground following a mudslide in the early hours…
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Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 17 February 2026…
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Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
Latest business news with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Netflix grants Warner Brothers waiver to engage with Paramount 2. BHP strikes silver streaming…
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Tensions between United States and Iran escalated sharply as Tehran announced temporary closures in parts of the Strait of Hormuz during military drills, just hours after indirect nuclear talks began in Geneva
Tensions between United States and Iran escalated sharply as Tehran announced temporary closures in parts of the Strait of Hormuz during military drills, just…
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A so-called “gold rush” has erupted in Payneville, an informal settlement in the Gugulethu section of Springs, where hundreds of residents have descended on a local kraal amid rumours of a gold discovery
A so-called “gold rush” has erupted in Payneville, an informal settlement in the Gugulethu section of Springs, where hundreds of residents have…
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E-hailing drivers in Gauteng are intensifying calls for stronger safety protections following the brutal murder of a 22-year-old driver in Pretoria West — a crime that has once again exposed the daily dangers faced by platform-based transport workers
E-hailing drivers in Gauteng are intensifying calls for stronger safety protections following the brutal murder of a 22-year-old driver in Pretoria West…
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Stellenbosch University has defended its 2026 admissions process following public allegations of unfair treatment after a rejected application sparked controversy.
Stellenbosch University has defended its 2026 admissions process following public allegations of unfair treatment after a rejected application sparked…
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The Zulu Royal Chancellor, Inkosi Malusi Zondi, has vowed to defend the interests of black and emerging farmers following the collapse and pending liquidation of Tongaat Hulett, one of the largest sugar industry players in KwaZulu-Natal and the broader Southern African Development Community (SADC) region
The Zulu Royal Chancellor, Inkosi Malusi Zondi, has vowed to defend the interests of black and emerging farmers following the collapse and pending liquidation…
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US tariffs push South African wine prices higher (in the states) 2. Trelidor bets on growth in the UK 3. Market update
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Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
Africa Update Report with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 17 February 2026…
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The Israeli government has approved a controversial plan to restart land registration in Area C of the occupied West Bank for the first time since 1967.
The Israeli government has approved a controversial plan to restart land registration in Area C of the occupied West Bank for the first time since 1967. The…