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Eskom has warned that it is illegal to put election posters on its infrastructure due to the risk of electric shock that may be suffered by the staff and volunteers of political parties. Municipalities allow posters on lamp posts, but only if they are not fastened with metal or wire.

Thirteen officials in Master of the High Court offices in three provinces are on precautionary suspension amid a Special Investigating Unit probe into allegations of maladministration.

The Limpopo Department of Education has conceded that it missed its deadline for the replacement of all dangerous pit toilets in schools, citing budget cuts as the main impediment.

UNICEF has released a report called the ‘Manifesto for Every Child 2024’.

The French Iranian author and artist, best known for her graphic novel Persepolis, edited and contributed to a new graphic anthology titled Woman, Life, Freedom, inspired by Iran’s recent protests.

Moran Yanai, who was taken hostage by Hamas, speaks about spending 54 days in captivity.

South Africans celebrate their “Freedom Day” every April 27, when they remember their country’s pivotal first democratic election in 1994 that announced the official end of apartheid.

The Biden ally says outrage about the situation in Gaza is justified but protesters should condemn Hamas too.

Most of the electricity in the capital is supplied by a Turkish ship floating off the country’s coast.

The Democratic Republic of Congo government has recalled all civil servants working for former president Joseph Kabila, effectively stripping him of state security and supporting staff.

BBC Africa is suspended for two weeks for covering a Human Rights Watch report on alleged mass killings.

South Africa’s former president hits out at corruption within the governing party.

Owners of office space in South Africa have seen a rare win, but hybrid work is still set to dominate South Africa.

Eskom’s system operator says that solar is a great help when the sun is shining – but the country sees the highest demand when it’s not.

South African expats are battling the South African Revenue Service (SARS) to avoid double taxation.

John Barnett had been giving a formal legal deposition against the plane manufacturer before his sudden death.

Freedom has made it possible for many black people realise their dreams.

The day marks the 30th anniversary of South Africa’s democratic dispensation.

Pheko died on Friday last week at the age of 93.

“We used to sing about Freedom Day and dream about Freedom Day.”

Kaizer Chiefs face a SuperSport United side that is yet to win in 2024 and we predict it is time they start these two creative youngsters!

Rulani Mokwena has failed to take Sundowns to the CAF Champions League final in the last four years in charge.

Orlando Pirates are believed to have changed their minds on what to do with regards to one of their key players in the next transfer window!

Handre Pollard ranks among the top earners in Premiership Rugby, showcasing the growing influence of South African players in the league.

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Even members of the royal family have nicknames for their significant others. Can you guess what Prince of Wales calls Princess Kate?

Fish absorb oxygen from water through their gills for respiration. Do they also happen to drink the same water?

Do domestic ducks need a pond, or is access to water for bathing and drinking sufficient for their plumage and health?

Popular ‘Isitha: The Enemy’ actress Ontiretse Radipabe opens up about her career and social media bullying.

The Women King star Chioma Umeala is driven by closing the gap in terms of representation for black women in the world of animé.

A ban on weapons of mass destruction in orbit has stood since 1967. Russia apparently has other ideas.

Capitec CEO Gerrie Fourie is more concerned about international brands like Apple entering the banking sector than local competitors like Old Mutual.

Information security researchers are highlighting how attackers could use the File System Access API in some browsers to encrypt user files to try and extort money from them.

Seven-seater Chery Tiggo 9 will be Chinese carmaker’s new flagship SUV.

South Africa’s favourite bakkie beats Ford Ranger and VW Amarok in introducing hybrid technology.

Jaecoo J7 joins Chery Tiggo Pro and Omoda to bolster Chinese carmaker’s SUV line-up.

The King’s medical team are “sufficiently pleased” with his progress after he was diagnosed with cancer in February.

The South African Weather Service is partnering with French company Meteorage to improve the use of lightning data for the safety of people, animals and infrastructure.

Government will look to use additional electricity that is usually thrown away by Independent Power Producers, according to Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa.

The World Bank is advising South Africa’s National Treasury on a climate risk strategy after floods in recent years caused billions of dollars of damage.

More than 530 stranded loggerhead turtle hatchlings have been admitted to the Cape Town aquarium’s Turtle Conservation Centre in just two weeks.