South Africa

14 taxi drivers arrested after Eastern Cape strike turned violent

At least 14 taxi drivers are expected to appear in magistrates' courts in the Eastern Cape following taxi driver protests which turned violent in some towns.

Africa

Zim govt won't buy cars for new cabinet ministers... at least for now – report

Zimbabwe's government has reportedly diverted funds intended to purchase new vehicles for the new cabinet ministers and lawmakers, and "channelled the money towards fighting the cholera epidemic".

World

Australian tourist haven suffers twin shark attacks

A girl was in a serious condition and a woman was fighting for her life, Australian authorities said, after two separate shark attacks at an idyllic beach retreat.

Sport24

4 000 tickets available for Boks v Wallabies in PE

Around 4 000 tickets remain available for purchase for the Springboks' next Rugby Championship clash against Australia in Port Elizabeth.

Business

Court rules Infinity Media Networks must reinstate employees

A labour court has ruled that Infinity Media Networks – which ran the Afro Worldview news channel – reinstate employees because they were not properly dismissed.

5 things you need to know in SA business and 4 key inflation charts

Rallying rand and the new mining charter.

Entertainment

BTS to make history at the United Nations

The chart-topping septet will attend the launch ceremony at the UN headquarters in New York.

Trollip’s bid to regain mayoral position dismissed

The Eastern Cape High Court has dismissed the Democratic Alliance and its coalition partners’ application challenging the legality of the council meeting that ousted Athol Trollip as executive mayor of Port Elizabeth.

Tech

MTN surges as Nigeria softens tone on $8.1bn claim

MTN shares rose the most in more than six months after the Nigerian central bank softened its stance over claims that Africa’s biggest wireless carrier illegally transferred $8.1bn out of the country.

Green

Deadly plant disease threatens $250m rose business

An incurable rose disease is causing major damage to a $250-million-a-year rose business in the US.

MyNews24

Burying head in sand is way to cybersecurity Armageddon

Our government and educational institutions should finally realise that we are living in a highly interconnected world that is, unfortunately, becoming rapidly hazardous.

health24

Oral care: The limitations of just brushing alone

SPONSORED: Considering that teeth only comprise 25% of the mouth, brushing alone may not be enough to prevent bad breath, gingivitis and guard against cavities.

Wheels24

The South African car industry is 'exclusionary and unsustainable' - Right to Repair aims to give SA motorists more choice with their vehicles

"Ultimately consumers are being denied the right to have their vehicle repaired at a workshop of their choice," says RSRSA chairman Gunther Schmitz.

W24

"I quit law school, am a bartender and sell dagga to make a living"

This week's announcement that the private consumption and growth of marijuana is now legal in South Africa has met with lots of celebration. While the sale of weed still has criminal implications, many have been making a living from it for years.

Travel

A beginners guide to hiking the Otter: SA’s oldest hike turns 50 in 2018

All you need to know about one of South Africa's most famous hiking trails.

Parent24

How two SA little ones with cleft palates went from being shunned by their communities to regaining their confidence

On Saturday 29 September Leila Amien will be hosting a soccer tournament at the Fives Futbol Courts at Century City. All proceeds go to Operation Smile – the non-profit organisation providing free surgeries to repair cleft lip and cleft palate to underprivileged communities. Here's how you can help.

Food24

10 Gorgeous gourmet recipes from South African chefs

Cook like a pro in the comfort of your own home with 10 gourmet recipes from these South African chefs.

Careers24

The best answers for the trickiest interview question ever

Here's our top four answers to the question: What is your desired salary range?

Property24

Is property still a 'safe' investment in South Africa?

Property is probably your safest long-term bet, and current political uncertainty is playing right into the hands of savvy SA buyers getting into the market.

Gaming

Red Dead Online Gets First Details and Release Date

What you need to know about Red Dead Online