South Africa

'I hope all of us can rise above the fray' - Mahumapelo wants to move forward

North West ANC leader Supra Mahumapelo has welcomed an NEC decision to collapse the provincial executive committee and provincial task team in favour of brokering peace between the warring groups.

Africa

Withdrawal of 1 000 Burundian soldiers from Somalia begins

An official in Burundi says the withdrawal of 1 000 Burundian soldiers from the African Union regional force in Somalia has begun.

World

Alabama woman who joined Islamic State sues to return to US

The father of an Alabama woman who joined the Islamic State has filed suit against the Trump administration seeking to allow her return to the United States.

Sport24

Hoffman, back with a vengeance!

Rewind to 2018. The man from Colorado, Ben Hoffman, was looking set to what would of have been a hat-trick of wins at the IRONMAN African Championship.

Business

'Unfathomable' that AMCU wants sympathy strikes - Minerals Council CEO

Fifteen mining companies have received notices of secondary strike action from trade union AMCU, the Minerals Council said in a statement on Friday, adding the companies would do 'everything in their power' to avert the sympathy strikes.

5 things you need to know in SA business today and 12 signs you're a bad listener

Telkom has a new chair, and Gordhan gets an apology from the ANC.

Entertainment

Natalie Portman files for restraining order against man claiming to be Keanu Reeves’ fictional character John Wick

Natalie Portman has reportedly had to file for a restraining order after a man claiming to be John Wick showed up at her house.

Ratings agencies ‘concerned’ over SA’s R69bn Eskom bailout

Ratings agencies have signalled their concern with the budget, saying a R23 billion a year bailout for struggling power utility Eskom exemplified growing strain on the public purse before the national election in May.

Tech

YouTube purged over 400 channels and millions of videos in response to rising concerns about child exploitation

A recent video from YouTuber Matt Watson exposed a "wormhole" of users making predatory comments on videos of children.

Green

Northern Red Sea coral reefs may survive a hot, grim future

As the outlook for coral reefs across a warming planet grows grimmer, scientists in Israel have discovered a rare glimmer of hope: The corals of the northern Red Sea may survive, and even thrive, into the next century.

MyNews24

At last a president and finance minister who live in the real world

I have long maintained that a country like this deserves only the very best leaders, and at last things seem encouraging.

health24

Consuming more of this leafy-green vegetable can combat fatigue

Incorporating kale and other leafy green vegetables into your diet can help with low iron levels.

Wheels24

Polo and Polo Vivo aside, here's how well the rest of the cars do for Volkswagen

Volkswagen sells more than 2000 units of both the Polo and Polo Vivo very single month in SA. Here's a look at how well the rest of the models did in January.

W24

When wigs are now getting snatched from cars at traffic lights - would you consider hair insurance?

And not the good kind of snatched.

Travel

Your ultimate guide to the world's sunniest spots - mapped out week by week

Not a winter-lover? Go chasing the sun anytime of year with this week by week map.

Parent24

Dad photoshops his newborn son doing hilarious ‘manly’ tasks

A creative American dad has shared an unforgettable photoshoot with his newborn son, which shows him undertaking hilarious “manly” tasks – including fishing, lifting weights and chopping wood.

Food24

The most important thing to come from #Budget2019 is this story about mayonnaise

Forget fuel prices and PAYE, what we really care about is fancy mayo tbh

Careers24

MATRICS: Use the next 6 weeks to lay the foundation for study success

University choices may feel like a distant priority for this year’s Matrics who are currently settling into the rhythm of their final year at school.

Property24

What Budget 2019 means if you’re buying or selling property

Realistically, we’re not going to see much growth in property values, while buyers will remain in the driver’s seat and will be able to find good value for their money...

Gaming

Hands-On With The Samsung Galaxy Fold – Love and Hate Relationship

After the Samsung Unpacked event last night in Joburg where Samsung announced the massive range of new Galaxy S10 devices, I got to spend a few short minutes with the Samsung Galaxy Fold. Samsung opened its Unpacked event with the announcement of the Galaxy Fold before touching on all four new Galaxy S10 devices coming …