Italy’s national football team has failed to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 after losing a crucial playoff to Bosnia and Herzegovina national football team, marking their third consecutive absence from football’s biggest stage. The shocking result extends a difficult period for the four-time world champions, who have struggled to replicate their past success […]
UPDATE: Gauteng Provincial Government is strengthening governance and economic growth, focusing on people‑centred priorities. Most of the provincial budget is directed to health, education, and social development to improve residents’ quality of life. The GCR‑EDP 2030 roadmap was launched to drive inclusive economic growth, investment, entrepreneurship, job creation, and social‑wage protection across the province. Water […]
The Gauteng Department of Health has dismissed claims made by Mr Jack Bloom regarding cardiac surgery at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital (CMJAH), affirming that the hospital continues to serve as a major cardiothoracic referral centre for patients across its region. The department emphasised that CMJAH provides specialised cardiac services and maintains internationally recognised standards […]
Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Solly Malatsi emphasized the government’s commitment to supporting digital media platforms as engines for job creation, while promoting responsible content production. He highlighted the need for an enabling environment that balances growth with accountability in the digital sector. In line with this, the government plans to boost investment and […]
JOHANNESBURG- Domestic workers in South Africa are expected to be the most affected by the recent hikes in electricity and fuel prices. Amy Tekkie, co-founder of the Izwi Domestic Workers Alliance, highlighted that a significant portion of their earnings is already spent on essentials such as electricity and transport, leaving little room for additional expenses. […]
KINSHASA – Delirious fans flooded the streets of Kinshasa, dancing in the rain after the Democratic Republic of Congo secured a historic World Cup spot for the first time in 52 years. Defender Axel Tuanzebe, who plays for Burnley in the Premier League, scored the lone goal in a 1-0 extra-time victory over Jamaica in […]
WELLINGTON- New Zealand’s White Ferns defeated the Proteas Women in the second ODI in Wellington, chasing down 346 runs set by South Africa. Despite strong performances from Laura Wolvaardt (69), Anneke Bosch (91), and Chloe Tryon (52), South Africa couldn’t defend their total. Captain Amelia Kerr starred with 179 not out, supported by Isabella Gaze’s […]
UPDATE: South Africa suffered a 2-1 defeat to Panama in a 2026 World Cup warm-up match in Cape Town, with defensive lapses proving costly. Bafana Bafana failed to deal with a corner in the 58th minute, allowing José Córdoba to score after Ismael Díaz’s initial effort was saved. The hosts responded quickly, equalising just six […]
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced that he will re-examine the 2026/27 budget following a temporary reduction in the general fuel levy. The review comes as the government seeks to provide relief to motorists facing rising fuel prices. In a joint statement with Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Gwede Mantashe, they said the levy would […]
The government has temporarily reduced the fuel levy by R3 per litre to ease the impact of sharp fuel price increases on South African motorists. The intervention is aimed at providing short-term relief as global oil prices continue to rise. Despite the reduction, fuel prices are still expected to increase due to international market pressures […]