culture-arts
South African music icon Maia Ferreira has called for the revival of the defunct record label Think Music, urging the government to support local talent amid a growing disconnect between the indust…
Apr 9, 2026
economy-business
Dr Gerard Ee, a leading dermatologist at The Clifford Clinic in Johannesburg, has unveiled a new skin treatment aimed at reducing the long-term effects of acne scars. The clinic, renowned for its a…
Apr 9, 2026
economy-business
Avis Budget Group, the US-based car rental company, has seen its stock surge 150% in a dramatic short squeeze that has sent shockwaves through global financial markets. The move, which began in lat…
Apr 9, 2026
economy-business
South African Ministers unveiled a new insurance policy aimed at strengthening economic resilience across the continent, marking a pivotal step in the country's push for sustainable development. Th…
Apr 9, 2026
economy-business
South Africa’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Minister, Sipho Pemba, announced a temporary ban on Meta’s targeted advertising platforms, citing concerns over data privacy and misinf…
Apr 9, 2026
economy-business
Reddit user u/techskeptic99 ignited a firestorm after posting a scathing response to YouTuber Tyler Oliveira's recent video critiquing the H-1B visa programme. The post, which has garnered over 12,…
Apr 9, 2026
economy-business
NASA's Artemis II mission, set to launch in 2025, has captured the imagination of a new generation of scientists and engineers across Africa. The mission, which aims to send astronauts around the M…
Apr 9, 2026
economy-business
Burkina Faso's military leader, General Ibrahim Traoré, has declared that democracy is "not for us," marking a sharp shift away from the country's recent political reforms and raising concerns acro…
Apr 9, 2026
economy-business
India's benchmark Sensex index fell 500 points on Wednesday, while the Nifty 50 index dropped 130 points, as global oil prices surged to a three-month high. The sharp decline came amid rising conce…
Apr 9, 2026
economy-business
The South African Weather Service has issued a forecast for Wednesday, warning of a foggy morning followed by warm temperatures and isolated thundershowers across most regions. The service, which o…
Apr 9, 2026
economy-business
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) delivered a commanding performance against Liverpool, securing a 3-1 victory in the Champions League tie that has captured the attention of football fans across Africa. Th…
Apr 9, 2026
economy-business
Bennedict Mathurin, a rising star in the US basketball scene, is quietly losing millions due to poor financial decisions during the offseason. The 23-year-old guard, who plays for the Indiana Pacer…
Apr 9, 2026