Harry Kane has won the 2026 Ballon d’Or after a historic 73-goal season, becoming the first English player to claim the prestigious football award since 2001.

A United Nations inquiry chaired by Indian jurist Srinivasan Muralidhar reports that Israel continued genocidal acts in Gaza following a ceasefire, citing systematic attacks against Palestinian civilians.

Delivering the Oliver Tambo Memorial Lecture, retired justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga called for tougher action against both public and private corruption, warning that diverting state resources threatens constitutional democracy.

Turning 18 legally creates an adult, but it does not instantly provide financial independence or stability. When a vulnerable school-goer leaves home, informal community support often hides the ongoing systemic gaps.

African leaders heading to the third Russia-Africa Summit face domestic calls to challenge Vladimir Putin over the deceptive enlistment and trafficking of their citizens into the war against Ukraine.

An isiZulu language expert testified in the Durban High Court to interpret social media posts in Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla’s incitement trial, drawing pushback from advocate Dali Mpofu SC over intent.

A groundbreaking report presented at the University of Lagos calls for trillions of dollars in reparations from the UK, highlighting the massive, long-term environmental devastation caused by colonial rule across Africa.

The Durban High Court has examined surveillance footage from across 17 locations as the state reconstructs the final hours of Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes and Tebello 'Tibz' Motsoane.

The SAHRC and Wits have launched the Water Rights Tracker, revealing that 107 of South Africa's 144 water services authorities are in a poor or critical state as infrastructure collapses threaten human rights.

Reach For A Dream CEO Julia Sotirianakos reflects on how working with seriously ill children reshaped her understanding of courage, resilience, and true leadership.

After being pulled from the air when BET Africa left DStv, hit South African drama series Black Gold has found new life on Netflix, quickly climbing to the number-one spot in the country.

Manchester United is surveying supporters and hosting focus groups to help shape the design and fan experience for a proposed new multi-billion-pound stadium near Old Trafford.

Testifying at the Khampepe Commission, former Vlakplaas commander Eugene de Kock accused the National Prosecuting Authority of criminal negligence for failing to seek his evidence against apartheid-era generals and politicians.

The murder trial of businessman Katiso 'KT' Molefe, linked to the high-profile deaths of DJ Sumbody, DJ Vintos, and Armand Swart, has been delayed to July 2027.

Businessman Katiso 'KT' Molefe and three co-accused face 35 charges in the Johannesburg High Court over high-profile killings, including those of DJ Sumbody and Armand Swart.

As activists gather for the Rights and Remedies School, South African civil society faces an increasingly hostile environment marked by political delegitimisation, lawfare, and shrinking civic space.

Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla has appeared in the Durban High Court facing charges of incitement to commit terrorism and public violence related to her social media posts during the deadly July 2021 unrest.

Former Vlakplaas commander Eugene de Kock is testifying before the Khampepe Commission, shedding light on apartheid death squads and the failure to prosecute unresolved crimes.

A leaked affidavit prepared for a rejected plea deal reveals businessman Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala’s allegations of extensive kickbacks and corrupt ties with senior South African police officials.

Delivering the Oliver Tambo Memorial Lecture, retired Constitutional Court justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga urged institutions to make corruption hazardous and unprofitable while confronting gender-based violence.

An engineering report commissioned by Summit Property Company reveals that a Food Lover’s Market franchise in Boksburg allegedly bypassed its meter, leaving the landlord with nearly R1.8 million in electricity costs.

Rand Water has confirmed it will restrict bulk water supplies to Johannesburg and Tshwane after both metros continuously exceeded their daily consumption allocations.

Engen has launched Xtreme Kouture at Kwamagesh Spinning Arena, turning discarded lubricant packaging and retired workwear into an upcycled fashion line inspired by South Africa's motoring subcultures.

A study across South African high schools reveals that while smartphone distraction has a negligible impact on marks, the deeper toll on attention, relationships, and presence remains profound.

Beyond natural resources, Africa's ultimate geopolitical asset lies in the collective power of its 1.5 billion people and global diaspora. Discover how the continent can better leverage its diplomatic weight.

Despite significant investments in faster payments and AI across South Africa's banking sector, cash remains dominant due to high fees, connectivity issues, and a lack of public trust.

Speaking at the launch of Pan Afrikan Design Week 2026 in Cape Town, Gugu Motlanthe urged Africa to move beyond consuming foreign ideas and lead through homegrown, human-centred innovation.

The EmpowaMEN Summit brings together thousands of men, executives, and community leaders in Johannesburg to champion responsible masculinity, male allyship against GBVF, and mental wellbeing.

The South African Football Association faces fierce internal backlash after resolving to cover the legal defense costs of president Danny Jordaan and CFO Gronie Hluyo as both face fraud and theft charges.

Botswana has officially entered the race for the leadership of the World Health Organisation by nominating Armenian paediatric oncologist Dr Gevorg Tamamyan to succeed Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.

Nominations have opened for the 2026 Greening the Future Awards, honouring the individuals, communities, and organisations safeguarding South Africa's environment.

Unisa's Acting Executive Director for ICT Governance, Dr Marothi Philip Lemekwane, has been honoured at the 2026 World CIO 200 Grand Finale in Sri Lanka for excellence in digital transformation and technology governance.

The inaugural South African AI Awards, presented by NTT DATA, will celebrate local artificial intelligence innovation focused on inclusive socio-economic prosperity in Sandton.

The Embassy of Côte d’Ivoire in South Africa hosted an exclusive chocolate-making workshop and culinary evening in Pretoria, showcasing the nation's cocoa heritage and cultural diplomacy.

The SACU Secretariat is inviting qualified bidders to submit proposals for short-term consultancy services to review and finalise its regional framework for trade digitalisation and digital transformation.

Fasset invites stakeholders to its Annual General Meeting to celebrate achieving 100% performance and a fifth consecutive clean audit, while charting the way forward.

The Campaign for Free Expression has raised alarms over the State Security Agency’s attempts to secure a blanket ban on public and media access during the corruption trial of former intelligence officials Thulani Dlomo and Patrick Mshothola.

Sassa CEO Themba Matlou faces scrutiny over a R30-million media tender where R29 million was allegedly spent in the first year to shape press coverage and shield management from negative publicity.

More than 400 people, mostly young children, fell ill after the City of Tshwane supplied unchlorinated tap water to Bronkhorstspruit for three weeks without alerting residents, sparking outrage over municipal oversight and accountability.

While economists welcome South Africa's temporary R10 billion fuel levy cut, trade unions and analysts warn that fiscal austerity fails to tackle sluggish growth and high unemployment.

The Durban High Court has halted the handover of six strategic coastal properties on KwaZulu-Natal's South Coast following an interdict obtained by Ray Nkonyeni municipality against public works authorities.

The South African government has launched the Revised White Paper on Local Government, introducing differentiated funding models and governance reforms to rescue distressed municipalities across the country.

Chery is expanding beyond traditional car manufacturing, using its AiMOGA subsidiary to unveil a diverse lineup of embodied AI humanoid and companion robots for homes, hospitals, and civic duties.

Chery is set to disrupt South Africa's fiercely contested bakkie market with the Grootman, a potent plug-in hybrid to be assembled at its Rosslyn plant.

Discontinued in 2015, the Freelander nameplate returns as a high-tech Chinese-built hybrid SUV, blending classic British heritage with cutting-edge EV technology through a strategic JLR-Chery partnership.

Municipal governance and basic service delivery directly influence home values. Ahead of the local elections, explore why casting your ballot is a critical investment in your property's future.

The 30-player shortlist for the 2026 men’s Ballon d'Or has been unveiled, with Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal, and Kylian Mbappé leading a star-studded field ahead of the London ceremony.

Four decades after the tragic Mbuzini plane crash that killed Samora Machel, Mozambique reflects on the enduring promise of independence, regional liberation, and the contemporary struggle against corruption.

After supplying unchlorinated tap water for weeks in Bronkhorstspruit, leading to hundreds of gastrointestinal illness cases, the City of Tshwane must face accountability for its severe failure to protect public health.

SAJBD National Director Wendy Kahn responds to Ebrahim Fakir, rejecting collective blame and calling for unity between Jewish and Muslim South Africans.