South Africa

ANC in Cape Town takes 'dim view' of soon-to-be mayor Dan Plato

There is no hope that things will change for the better in the City of Cape Town under the leadership of Dan Plato, says the ANC in the City.

Africa

'Hardline takeover' blamed for latest Boko Haram violence

The execution of a kidnapped aid worker and the apparent death of a senior factional leader have sparked fears of an upsurge in Boko Haram violence in northeast Nigeria.

World

Thai police show off seizures of meth, heroin, marijuana

Thai police say they have made three large seizures of illegal drugs, including 10 million methamphetamine pills and 3kg heroin hidden under sacks of chicken manure.

Sport24

Sharapova cuts season short due to shoulder injury recovery

Maria Sharapova says she will end her 2018 season early, withdrawing from the China Open in Beijing, the Tianjin Open, and the Kremlin Cup in Moscow.

Business

SA, other Africa central banks set to shift gear on rates as turmoil takes toll

Central banks around Africa - poised to reveal their first response to the emerging-market turmoil of the past month - are likely to usher in an end to the continent’s easing cycle.

5 things you need to know in SA business today and Audi's new electric SUV

Absa and FNB testify.

Entertainment

Everything we know so far about Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank's wedding

Princess Eugenie has been widely criticised by people who believe she should have a more low-key and modestly priced wedding because she’s so far down the royal succession line (ninth in line to the British throne).

R1.2bn Mbombela stadium case still in limbo

Missing information could delay or even derail the revival of the high-profile R1.2 billion Mbombela stadium case which has been in limbo for five years.

Tech

Meet the billionaire dreamer taking Musk's rocket to the moon

In a country known for conformity, Yusaku Maezawa has always sought to stand out.

Green

WATCH: Tickle your green toes over at this Indonesian park where you can see orangutans in the wild

Visit Leuser National Park in Northern Sumatra, Indonesia - the last place on Earth that rhinos, orangutans, elephants and tigers live side-by-side...

MyNews24

Constitutional Court ruling on dagga

The constitutional judgment that legalised the private use of dagga will go down in the anals of history as restoring human dignity,the natural order of society to freedom.

health24

Walking linked to lower heart failure in older women

A recent study found that the amount of activity, more than the effort required, was the key for preventing heart failure in senior women.

Wheels24

Alex Zanardi thinks Sebastian Vettel's F1 title charge is over

Alex Zanardi has joined the Italian media in declaring Sebastian Vettel and Ferrari's 2018 championship hopes essentially over.

W24

A model wore a breast pump down the runway at London Fashion Week

Valeria Garcia just broke down barriers by being the first woman to wear a breast pump on the catwalk.

Travel

WATCH: Eina! Hyena takes a bite from buffalo's balls

Be prepared for silent screams as you watch a hyena take a long bite on a tired buffalo's nether regions after a fight with lions.

Parent24

How parents can help schools become more inclusive, according to Nabeel Allie from 'A School Where I Belong'

A School Where I Belong, recently published by Dylan Wray, Roy Hellenberg and Johnathan Jansen, shows a way forward in creating transformed and inclusive South African schools. I discussed everything from inclusivity in schools to how parents can get involved with Nabeel Allie, contributer to this brilliant project. A youth, making a difference.

Food24

People are sometimes confused about why malva pudding contains this surprising ingredient

A little lesson on one of SA's most famous bakes.

Careers24

Shanghai Business Study Tour 2018

On the 14th of September 14, 2018 12 MBA students and alumni of Mancosa set off to China as part of the Shanghai Business Study Tour 2018.

Property24

DIY: Create a faux brick feature wall in 7 easy steps

If you have a room that needs ‘a little something’ to make it pop without breaking the bank, why not add a faux brick wall? Follow these easy steps…

Gaming

Destiny 2: Forsaken Review

Destiny 2's first year was rough but Forsaken is on the right path to create a great game again.