Local stars and personalities thrill as Honor 600 series launches in South Africa with flagship-level performance

Featuring the Honor 600 Pro and Honor 600, the new series combines an upgraded AI Image to Video 2.0, 200MP ultra-clear AI night camera, a 7,000mAh long-life battery and Snapdragon flagship-class performance in the most refined design in Honor Number Series history

Tshwane budget reflects recovery in metro's finances: Modise

The budget includes operating revenue of R57.1 billion and expenditure of R55.6 billion.

Logistical issues delay evacuation of Ghanaian nationals from SA

The ministry says 800 Ghanaians registered with the High Commission seek to return home.

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Ebola, conflict and disease surveillance

The virus takes its name from the Ebola River, near the site of one of the first recorded outbreaks in what is now the DRC, in 1976. Four of these six species are known to cause disease in humans and the major African outbreaks have been linked mainly to Zaire, Sudan and Bundibugyo ebolaviruses

Ebola fears force India-Africa Summit postponement

The 2026 India-Africa Forum Summit has been postponed amid growing fears over a deadly Ebola outbreak in Central Africa. Indiaâ s Ministry of External Affairs and the African Union announced the decision Thursday, citing an â evolving health situation.â

Intensifying heat wave grips northern India as temperatures near 48°C

Indiaâ s northern plains are enduring another intense heat wave, with authorities warning of prolonged extreme temperatures close to 45 degrees Celsius in New Delhi on Thursday. Cooling shelters and health alerts have been introduced across New Delhi and nearby states.

Fuel crisis threatens to bring Malawi to a standstill

In Malawi's capital Lilongwe, drivers are struggling to fill up their tanks. People wait hours for petrol that's more than doubled in price since last year. Government price hikes and the war in Iran have created a perfect storm for the landlocked African nation.

Israel ministerâ s video of kneeling flotilla activists triggers backlash

Israel's far-right national security minister posted a video on Wednesday showing detained activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla kneeling with their hands tied and foreheads on the ground, sparking international condemnation.

Ramaphosa, Boko pledge stronger SA–Botswana cooperation

Presidents Cyril Ramaphosa and Duma Boko have wrapped up talks at the Bi-National Commission.

MK Party hits back at SANEF over claims about new spokesperson Sifiso Mahlangu

Ghana delays evacuation of 800 citizens from South Africa – UPDATE

Ghana has delayed the evacuation of more than 800 of its citizens from South Africa after a viral video showing the alleged assault of a Ghanaian man triggered outrage.

Takealot Marks 15 Years as South Africa's Shopping Pulse: Shopper Insights Reveal How Millions of Shoppers Shape the Nation's Commerce

Data-driven snapshot from South Africa's leading e-Commerce platform reveals definitive trends as "Thanksalot Sale" celebrates milestone anniversary.

Here's what R100 will buy you around the world right now

South Africans have had a difficult start to 2026, dealing with one of the world's most volatile currencies, high petrol prices, and a rising cost of living.

Mashatile denies fixing government tenders for his wealthy friends, slams DA for judging rich black people

Mashatile was grilled in parliament over his links to businesspeople who have benefited from government contracts.

CSA responds to fan frustration over Newlands Test ticket furore

The governing body has reassured fans there will be 'a further release of general access tickets'.

Weather alert: A cloudy and wet Friday across SA

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 22 May 2026.

'Fired and festive': 'Late Show' host Stephen Colbert bows out

'The Late Show' frontman Stephen Colbert will host the final edition of the 33-year-old US cultural institution on Thursday night, after it was cancelled by CBS as the network courted President Donald Trump.

New range opening GAC GS3 Emzoom Nova worth a second look

Nova, for now, becomes the dual most affordable variant in the GS3 Emzoom range.

Gold Fields South Deep Mine wage offer rejected

Wage talks at Gold Fields' South Deep Mine near Westonaria have deadlocked.