South Africa

Man killed after being hit by train

A man has been killed after being hit by a train at a railway crossing in Heathfield, Cape Town, paramedics have confirmed.

Africa

AU calls for eSwatini to end ban on political parties

African Union election observers have urged eSwatini to lift a ban on political parties and allow candidates to campaign freely in the tiny country, which went to the polls this week.

World

Eight Afghan children killed playing with unexploded mortar shell

Eight children, including four siblings, have been killed in Afghanistan when a mortar shell they were playing with exploded, relatives have said, adding to the ever-growing civilian toll in the 17-year war.

Sport24

As it happened: Western Province 38-12 Griquas

Live scoring and commentary from the Currie Cup clash between Western Province and Griquas in Cape Town.

Business

Be the Branson of business, the Clarkson of cars

With knowledge and no personality, you're just a specialist. With personality and no knowledge, you're a Kardashian, says Douglas Kruger..

Instagram is reportedly testing a way to let you easily re-share someone else's photo — a feature users have been begging for

Instagram might let you re-gram other people's photos. Finally.

Entertainment

5 must-sees at the 2018 Jozi Film Festival

Joburg will be shimmering with silver screen gems as the fest returns to the city. We asked festival founder Lisa Henry what we should diarise to go and see.

SAA bleeds cash

Report reveals SAA will need R21.7bn between now and 2021, including a R12.5bn government bailout.

Tech

IPhone XS buyers undeterred by higher prices, few upgrades

The iPhone XS is as much as $200 more expensive than last year’s already pricey iPhone X. But that means little to the Apple faithful or those seeking to upgrade their older iPhone.

Green

WATCH: Unravelling the mystery of Atlantic white sharks

A research team says they are trying to “unravel some of the mysteries” of Atlantic white sharks with an expedition off the coast of Canada.

MyNews24

Cape Town pastor shares his story – 'My uncle sexually abused me since I was 9'

WARNING: This article contains themes of sexual abuse and may be triggering to some readers.

health24

SEE: What does a black, hairy tongue look like?

GRAPHIC CONTENT: Have you ever wondered what a black or yellow tongue means? The colour of your tongue can be an indicator of your general health...

Wheels24

VW's SA-bound T-Roc 'baby' SUV, Ferrari's 603kW Monza duo - Top new models of the week

VW's T-Cross and Audi's all-electric E-Tron SUV are some of the top new models featured this week.

W24

This shoe brand is selling R7597 taped-together sneakers - why it's a horrible idea

“There are people in the world wearing plastic bags as shoes because they can’t afford any.”

Travel

PICS: This decaying US distillery in Kentucky gets whisked back into bourbon and whiskey action

A Kentucky landmark is getting a makeover as two newcomers to the whiskey business look to bring it back to past glory

Parent24

Top 10 craziest courses you can actually take at university

How To Win a Beauty Pageant, Wasting Time on the Internet, and more courses you can actually take at university.

Food24

Everyone's a winner: restaurants across SA for both vegetarians and meat lovers

We made a list of restaurants that offer great menus for the plant based eaters and the carnivores, so that everyone can enjoy a great night out.

Careers24

Should you ask for feedback after being rejected for a job?

You have gone to the interview and you are sure you aced it. But your optimism for the new role turns to disappointment when you receive the rejection letter. What now?

Property24

Heritage homes selling from R2m to R60m in the Western Cape

From sweeping wine farms to gracious manors and Victorian semis, the Western Cape boasts a variety of character homes across all price points. Take a peek…

Gaming

An Animated Diablo Series Very Likely Coming to Netflix

Writer Andrew Cosby is in final talks with Netflix over an animated Diablo series and we hope to high heavens it gets greenlit