STRAIT OF HORMUZ- Oil prices surged more than 5% on Monday as renewed tensions between the United States and Iran raised fears that a fragile ceasefire could collapse. The market reacted after the US seized an Iranian cargo ship and reports emerged of continued disruptions to traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a key global […]

WEST AFRICA- Senegal and Sierra Leone leaders have called for stronger African-led peace initiatives to address conflicts on the continent. Speaking at the Dakar International Forum on Peace and Security, they stressed the importance of African nations taking primary responsibility in resolving their own security challenges. Held in Dakar, the forum marking a decade since […]

Dineo Moloisane has raised alarm on social media, accusing her ex-boyfriend, Kgabo Samuel Cecil Sephesu, of harassment following their breakup. In a series of emotional Instagram posts, she alleged that the situation has escalated into intimidation that is affecting both her personal safety and public image. She further claimed that her former partner has been […]

HONG KONG- South Africa finally ended their long wait for a Hong Kong Sevens title by defeating defending champions Argentina 35-7 in a dominant final. The Blitzboks, who had previously lost four finals in Hong Kong since 1993, produced a strong performance to secure their first-ever win at the iconic tournament, marking a major milestone […]

JOHANNESBURG- Alleged criminal kingpin Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala is planning to approach the High Court to force Correctional Services to transfer him to Kgosi Mampuru Prison in Pretoria. He appeared in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court, where prosecutors raised concerns about the inconvenience of IDAC officials having to transport him from Kokstad back to Gauteng for court […]

AUSTRALIA- Netball South Africa has taken a major step towards professionalising the sport by announcing an expanded group of 17 contracted national players, along with seven additional training partners. The move is aimed at strengthening a competitive and sustainable high-performance system. The contracted players, including captain Khanyisa Chawane, Elmeré van den Bergh, Shadine van der […]