145 South Africa’s economic growth outlook has taken a slight knock. Economists in the Bureau of Market Research and Unisa Economist of the Year competition cut their consensus forecast for 2026 growth…
Bond Reboot Looms as Amazon Takes Creative Control of 007
105 After more than 60 years on screen, James Bond is once again facing reinvention, as the long-running franchise enters a new phase under Amazon MGM Studios. Since debuting in 1962 with…
Gauteng records alarming rise in hypertension among adults under 45
127 By Bulelwa Hoala Image: rawpixel.com on Magnific The Gauteng Department of Health says hypertension cases are rising among young adults, with more than 26 000 people aged between 18 and 44…
MK Party Rejects Roelf Meyer US Envoy Role
161 The MK Party has rejected Roelf Meyer’s appointment as South Africa’s ambassador-designate to the United States, adding its voice to growing criticism around the decision. The party says President Cyril Ramaphosa…
Limpopo Search for Missing Toddler Omphile Sethole
204 Limpopo police continue their search for the missing toddler Omphile Sethole, who disappeared from her home more than ten days ago. The two-year-old was taken in the early hours of Saturday,…
Soweto man designs luxury brand of bulletproof handbags
151 In a country where violent crime and gun-related incidents remain a harsh reality, Soweto entrepreneur Hlumelo Nyaluza is combining fashion, safety and social impact through an unusual innovation – luxury bulletproof…
France Rejects World Cup Boycott Amid Trump Tensions
154 France’s government has stated it does not support boycotting the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This position comes amid US President Donald Trump’s…
Netstar brings coding and robotics to inner-city Joburg
128 From left, Collin Govender, Altron Group chief operating officer; Leona Pienaar, MES CEO; Marisa Jansen van Vuuren, Altron Group chief marketing officer; Innocent Mabusela, Jozi My Jozi CEO; and Warren Mande,…
Ramaphosa Warns Democracy Faces Global Pressure
113 President Cyril Ramaphosa has used his latest weekly newsletter to warn that democracy is under strain across the world as South Africa prepares to mark Freedom Day on 27 April. He…
Leon Schuster Health Update Shocks Fans
204 South African comedy legend Leon Schuster has shared a troubling update about his health. According to a report by The South African, the 74-year-old star is now confined to bed and…