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Johann Rupert gains $1.1 billion in just 24 hours

Johann Rupert's net worth surged by $1.1 billion in 24 hours, climbing from $13.2 billion to $14.3 b

Rand on front foot following bloodbath week, but global stocks sag as trade war

The South African rand held steady on Friday as global markets continued on a downward trajectory af

Matt on Money: Nobody knows

BUSINESS NEWS - 2025 was off to a great start. We were coming off two strong years of returns. Infla

Nigerian fintech unicorn Moniepoint eyes further growth

In October last year, the Nigeria-based fintech Moniepoint became Africa's newest "unicorn" after ra

Hubs to catalyse business across Africa and the Caribbean

They say that perception matters. This Thursday, Nigeria will witness the opening of the first Afrex

Weather tracker: early heatwave sweeps northern India

Temperatures exceeding 40C trigger deadly thunderstorms, as Mali agency issues hot weather warning N

Rob Hersov backs U.S. aid cuts to South Africa

Rob Hersov backs U.S. aid cuts to South Africa, accusing the ANC of disrespecting the West while ben

Wema Bank, backed by Adebutu, launches $93.7 million rights issue

Wema Bank has launched a $93.7 million rights issue to strengthen its capital base and meet Central

Ink, angels and hard graft: the artists keeping Ethiopias ancient illuminated ma

In an Addis Ababa workshop, sacred texts are painstakingly crafted on goat skin using methods dating

MK Party Youth to march against IEC's alleged vote rigging

The uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) Youth League will this morning march from Nelson Mandela Bridge to

UAT demands full audit of all schools to eradicate pit toilets

The United Africans Transformation says the department of basic education, under minister Siviwe Gwa

Tshwane mayor Moya says shes serving everyone, not just the rich

ActionSA's Tshwane mayor Nasiphi Moya has vowed to deliver service to all residents of the capital c

Simelane promises stricter measures for home builders after George building coll

Human settlements minister Thembi Simelane has announced sweeping reforms and tougher regulations fo

ANC has decided to bring other parties into GNU, Paul Mashatile confirms

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has confirmed that the African National Congress ( ANC ) has decided

Nehawu misled on austerity measures claims, says KZN finance MEC

The KwaZulu-Natal Treasury has dismissed claims it is implementing "neoliberal austerity measures" r

Crime is a cause and a symptom: Ramaphosa calls for holistic approach

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the fight against crime in South Africa must go beyond policing and d

ANC in KZN brings Jozini to a standstill as members call for mayors head

Hundreds of ANC members marched to the Jozini local municipality offices in northern KwaZulu-Natal o

Cyril Ramaphosa insists deputy ministers are useful amid calls to trim the Execu

President Cyril Ramaphosa says deputy ministers serve an important role in government by assisting m

Tyla turns heads on magazine cover and hints at a rap revolution

Another day, another slay, and this time, Tyla is front and centre on the April cover of 'Nylon' mag

Rapper Soulja Boy faces the music: $4 million verdict in assault case

American rapper Soulja Boy has been ordered to pay $4 million (about R77 million) in a sexual assaul

Justin Bieber breaks fashion ties: is a new style era on the horizon?

Canadian pop star Justin Bieber has announced that he has cut ties with his fashion brand, Drew Hous

Cristiano Ronaldo kicks off a new adventure: UR-MARV film studio with Matthew Va

Football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has embarked on a new chapter away from the pitch, teaming up with

Luthando 'LootLove' Shosha and Scoop Makhathini to host Metro FM Music Awards 20

Radio personality and TV host, Luthando Lootlove Shosha and Siyabonga Ngwekazi, widely recognized as

Dr. Phil's podcast comeback: shedding light on the Gabby Petito tragedy

Dr. Phil McGraw is revisiting one of the most devastating true crime stories of recent years - and h

Muneeb Hermans: Blending Cape heritage with traditional jazz at CTIJF

From blowing his trumpet in the Klopse to blending that vibrant street culture into a distinctive ja

'Euphoria' actor Eric Dane reveals ALS diagnosis: a candid look at life with the

Eric Dane, best known for his role as Cal Jacobs in 'Euphoria' and one of Hollywood's hunks, has rev

How to survive your Easter road trip with your kids

The Easter holidays are upon us and many families are gearing up to hit the long road. It's a chan

Salah signs new Liverpool deal

Mohamed Salah has signed a new two-year contract with Liverpool, ending months of speculation over h

Mbapp has PSG bank accounts frozen over his 55m unpaid wages claim

Kylian Mbapps legal team is making aggressive moves to resolve the dispute surrounding a claim of 55

Two South African records broken as Meder and Sates qualify for World Championsh

The second day of the SA National Swimming Championships in Gqeberha brought a wave of standout perf

From Simbine to Manyonga and Geldenhuys, SA athletes take aim at Botswana Grand

While all eyes will be on Akani Simbines duel with Ferdinand Omanyala in the 100m at Saturdays Botsw

Kaylene Corbett must beat high-riding Rebecca Meder to win first SA title

Olympic veteran Kaylene Corbett bids to land her maiden senior South African long-course crown in th

Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso happy to keep going as Chiefs clash looms

As their gruelling schedule rambles on, Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has praised his playe

Salah Commits to Liverpool with New Two-Year Contract

Mohamed Salah has ended months of speculation about his future by signing a new two-year contract wi

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim backs Andre Onana despite Lyon howler

Ruben Amorim defended Andre Onana and said mistakes 'can happen' after the Manchester United goalkee

Kimi Antonelli can't drive his new AMG GT63S in Italy

Mercedes AMG rookie driver Kimi Antonelli just took ownership of a new GT 63S but wont be able to dr

5 Ideas for a Last-Minute Easter Weekend Getaway

Havent locked in your Easter break yet? Dont stress theres still time to escape the city, switch off

Diphtheria alert: Why past vaccinations may not be enough

LIFESTYLE NEWS - Netcare Medicross has joined the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD

5 ways to help you rock an all day beauty glow from work to play

Work-ready beauty looks are in high demand. Here are expert tips on how to use minimal effort for th

Award-winning rapper Doechii teams up with Sadag anxiety campaign

The SA Depression and Anxiety Group (Sadag) has partnered with American Grammy award-winning rapper

Doechii and SADAG join forces: turning 'Anxiety' into action for global mental h

American Grammy award-winning rapper Doechii has teamed with the South African Depression and Anxiet

If you love bacon you'll love these savoury muffins

LIFESTYLE NEWS - Who said muffins have to be sweet? Sure, blueberry and chocolate chip have their pl

Yinka Shonibare explores identity and hybridity in new Madagascar exhibition

A giant in the world of visual art arrives in Madagascar. His name: Yinka Shonibare. The Anglo-Niger

Rise and shine: Cape Town influencer's morning secrets for reclaiming your vital

In a fast-paced world where the demands of everyday life can leave us feeling drained, one influence

The impact of AI on human relationships

LIFESTYLE NEWS - It starts with a chatbot that remembers your coffee order - and suddenly, you re sp

The six-monthly anti-HIV jab could end Aids in SA by 2032

In fact, the new administration has created an incubator for disease outbreaks. It was against thi

SA scientists release promising HIV cure trial results

South African scientists have released the findings of the first HIV cure trial in Africa with promi

From the hospital to the lab: How we reported the snakebite scandal

Imagine that every time you go to work, youre put at risk of a disease that could kill you in 30 min

Blaming the wrong girl for getting pregnant

They are loose. They drink alcohol and use drugs and have sex with older men for money. They also ha

US funding cut for HIV and TB research spells global health disaster, experts ha

The termination of United States funding for HIV and tuberculosis research programmes in South Afric

Toxic storm brewing in Sowetos Snake Park neighbourhood

In Snake Park, the evidence of sickness is written in gold dust. Its source towers over the Soweto n

Trump ends SAs HIV and TB research grants

Cancellation letters, which end billions of rands of South African universities US-government funded

Political will needed to save lives amid USAID funding cuts, say activists

Activists, many of whom were instrumental in the fight for free antiretrovirals for those living wit

Budget 2025: Jobs for only 800 of 1 800 unemployed doctors

When Theresa Brummer finished up her medical degree at Stellenbosch University, she had a clear visi