South Africa

Limpopo High Court overturns former top cop's not guilty verdict for theft

A former senior Limpopo police officer's hopes to escape jail have been dashed after the High Court reversed her not guilty verdict for theft.

Africa

Morocco’s inheritance laws are hurting women and must be reformed

Morocco is a conservative society. A national survey conducted by the country’s planning commission in 2016 found that 87% of citizens, both men and women, are opposed to gender equality in inheritance, writes The Conversation.

World

Toronto van massacre: What we know

Alek Minassian, 25, made a brief court appearance to hear the charges against him.

Sport24

Prince encouraged by Cobras progress

Coach Ashwell Prince is impressed by the way the Cape Cobras have continued to progress under his guidance

Business

No appetite or benefit in selling SAA now, board insists

Under former SAA chair Dudu Myeni the national career was hobbled with financial constraints and stayed functioning, in part, through the doling out of government guarantees.

Our favourite moments from SA's graduation season

The recent graduation season in South Africa provided a number of memorable moments. These are the best ones.

Entertainment

Make a note: Oscars 2019 dates announced

Next year's Oscars season has been set, with several events leading up to the broadcast of the 91st Academy Awards.

Transnet can’t extend R2.5bn IT tender to Gupta-linked firm – Treasury

National Treasury has refused to grant Transnet permission to extend a R2.5 billion IT data services tender that was contentiously awarded to German company T-Systems.

Relax, folks, AfriForum is NOT prosecuting Julius Malema

As is often the case in instances like this, the devil is in the details.

Tech

Walmart close to $12bn-plus deal for Naspers-linked Flipkart - sources

Walmart is close to finalising a deal to buy a majority stake in India’s leading e-commerce company for at least $12bn and may complete the agreement in the next two weeks.

Green

#BreakFreeFromPlastic: Giant trash continent to be dismantled by new ocean cleaner

We can thank Dutch teen prodigy Boyan Slat for this new technology.

MyNews24

Land expropriation without compensation is constitutional

Section 25 (8) of the South African Constitution allows “any departure” from the provisions of section 25, including sub-section (2) (b), the right to compensation. Departure means, in the context of expropriation, that when the state expropriates it may do so without compensation.

health24

6 ways sinusitis can cause a mysterious 'brain fog'

As if the physical discomfort of chronic sinusitis isn't enough, it also affects your concentration and mental clarity. Find out how this happens.

Wheels24

Toll tariffs: Here's how much you'll pay travelling in SA

Transport Minister Blade Nzimande approved the adjustment of toll tariffs on national roads for 2018. Here's how much you'll pay in toll fees in SA.

W24

We have never been this happy to see razor bumps, stretch marks, back rolls and 'imperfect breasts'

Slowly but surely beauty norms in fashion are changing, encouraging inclusivity by showing all body types.

Travel

Do you value your SA nationality? Here's how we stack up globally

Nationalities, shaped by religion to sport to more structured means such as passport power, makes the first Henley & Partners'Quality of Nationality Index both interesting and perplexing.

Parent24

The great debate: Co-sleeping – marriage killer or sleep saver?

Is co-sleeping a marriage killer or a sleep saver? Find out what these moms had to say, each having divided opinions. 

Food24

What is Anzac Day and why do we make Anzac biscuits?

Every year on the 25th April, Australians and New Zealanders take a minute out of their day to remember the brave soldiers who were wounded or lost their lives trying to protect their beloved country.

Careers24

These are the most and least stressful jobs in 2018

Is your profession on the latest list of most and least stressful jobs?

Property24

6 spectacular Pretoria estate homes you have to see

Be ‘wowed’ by these absolutely opulent homes for sale in some of Pretoria’s most exclusive estates. From classic manors to modern marvels, take a peek…

Gaming

The Elder Scrolls Online: Summerset is the game's best new content to date - Hands-on

The newest Elder Scrolls Online expansion is gold.