BMW widens M2's traction wheelprint by adding all-wheel drive

M2 xDrive has been approved for South Africa from the fourth quarter of the year.

BMW CEO says technical skills are key to South Africa's future workforce

South Africa has no shortage of graduates. It does, however, have a shortage of technicians, artisans, engineers, coders and other skilled workers. That contradiction lies at the heart of what BMW South Africa chief executive Peter van Binsbergen sees as one of the countrys biggest economic challenges. "There is a need for technical skills In

Violent attacks on black African migrants will not resolve national employment crisis

South Africa has a structural unemployment problem that is not primarily caused by increased labour migration.

Nigeria's perilous French gambit

Nigeria's increasingly close relationship with France marks a departure from six decades of foreign policy aimed at reducing French influence in West Africa. An increasingly close relationship with a power that has long sought to undermine Nigerian influence in West Africa will benefit only politically connected business elites.

Kenya's High Court upholds former Deputy President impeachment

Kenya's High Court upheld the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Monday, ruling that Parliament acted within its constitutional mandate. Judges, however, found that his right to a fair hearing was violated and awarded him compensation.

Xi Jinping meets Kim Jong Un as China and North Korea tighten alliance

China's President travelled to North Korea for the first time in seven years, underscoring the strategic importance of ties between the two neighbours.

Iran and Israel pause strikes after rapid escalation of hostilities

Iran and Israel have announced a pause in their military operations against each other following a rapid escalation of hostilities over Sunday and Monday.

DIRCO to start charging countries for deportation of their nationals

South Africa has deported more than 100-000 undocumented foreign nationals.

UDM pushes for framework to separate party politics from state duties

PSC says public servants may not attend political party study groups outside government processes.

WATCH | Delft police officer viciously attacked with an axe

Three main reasons why Bafana failed to beat Mexico in 2010

Bafana Bafana's 2010 World Cup opener against Mexico is remembered for Tshabalala's iconic goal, but it is also a match filled with regrets.

Orlando Pirates officially announce FOUR signings

Exciting transfer news emerging from the champs.

Orlando Pirates officially confirm FIVE player departures

The end of a chapter.

You can now upload documents via WhatsApp: Here's what you need to know about your tax return

The income tax return filing period will begin on 1 July 2026 and end on 22 January 2027.

Back by popular demand: Heineken helps South Africans and Nigerians take local beer prices to the US and Mexico

A Bureau de Change... but for beers, returns as football fans prepare for one of the biggest travel seasons in recent memory.

Proteas women 'happy' to have veteran stars back in the mix

Shabnim Ismail, Dané van Niekerk and Marizanne Kapp are fit and ready to give the Proteas a boost in experience at the Women's T20 World Cup.

Apply to study at the university you know and trust – #MyNWU

The North-West University 2027 application season is open.

South Africa's operators solved fintech. Digital identity is next

Contactable CEO Shaun Strydom argues telecoms operators, not banks, will drive digital identity adoption.

Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater split

32-year-old Ariana Grande and 34-year-old Ethan Slater divorced their spouses to be together.

Could this player be the Springboks' 'secret weapon'?

As the Springboks head towards the 2026 season, one player in particular has quietly discovered the best form of his career.