South Africa

AS IT HAPPENED: Ramaphosa urges Mahikeng residents to stay calm while issues are being addressed

President Cyril Ramaphosa is meeting with structures of the ANC and alliance partners to try to find a solution to the protests in Mahikeng, says ANC spokesperson Pule Mabe.

Africa

Mine blast kills two Cameroon soldiers

Two Cameroonian soldiers have died and four were seriously injured after a mine exploded in an anglophone region hit by violence between separatists and the government.

World

Western powers amend UN draft resolution on Syria

The original draft, which failed to get the support of Russia, expressed outrage and condemnation of the April 7 chemical attack in the town of Douma, where more than 40 people were killed.

Sport24

SA cricketers competing in England's County Champs

The County Championship's new season has begun and this year it sees several South Africans in the mix in England.

Business

Court gives OUTA green light to be heard in coal mine case

An application objecting to OUTA being heard in a reconsideration application against the Asset Forfeiture Unit has been dismissed by the North Gauteng High Court.

Nokia’s Matrix ‘Banana Phone’ is heading back to South Africa later this year

The Nokia 8110, also known as the 'Banana Phone', became iconic after it featured in the 1999 film "The Matrix".

Entertainment

10 addictive reality series to binge

These fun reality shows on internet TV are the ultimate guilty pleasure.

Men get life sentences for taxi driver’s ‘senseless, brutal murder’

An unsuspecting taxi driver was refuelling his taxi when he was approached by a group of men looking for help for their “injured friend”. He agreed to help them.

Meet Jacob Zuma's 7th bride: 5 things we know about Nonkanyiso Conco

As might be expected of a junior-wife-to-be, she's a staunch defender of Zulu cultural practices.

Tech

Nintendo's $30bn rally now depends on cardboard pianos

Returning to its 1889 roots as a successful manufacturer of 'hanafuda', Japanese playing cards made out of stiff paper, Nintendo is now embracing the same materials for its new trick.

Green

Nepal government to ban vehicles older than 20 years

This is part of an effort to control air pollution in the country.

MyNews24

Automation disruption heading for labour market - SA will be the big loser

There is no denying that the Fourth Industrial Revolution is going to disrupt many industries with innovation an introduction of artificial intelligence, autonomous vehicles/drones and biotechnology among others. Will SA be prepared?

health24

Does mom's dagga end up in breast milk?

The exact consequences of the small amount of dagga that might be ingested by babies through breastfeeding aren't yet clear. On International Weed Day we take a closer look.

Wheels24

SA's millionaires love SUVs, top new models locally... Your Friday motoring wrap

From Porsche's new 718 Cayman and Boxster GTS to SA's favourite car colour...check out these top motoring stories of the week.

W24

Blinded by whiteness: The domestic worker uniform and why it’s still a symbol of oppression

It’s not even just about whether the worker is given the option to wear it or not, it’s about its very existence.

Travel

#EcoTravels: How to live green this Earth Day

Earth Day is a day dedicated to living in a way that creates least harm on the planet and all its inhabitants.

Parent24

So who are Zuma's 23 children?

Former president Jacob Zuma truly is the father of a nation. A busy man, he has fathered at least 22 children, all of whom he loves dearly, he's said. Here's a round-up of his offspring.

Food24

5 of the top Jozi food trucks and where to find them

Burgers from Siberia with homemade cheese and Italian Gelato, to American-styled slow-cooked pork, Johannesburg is transporting your palate to the flavours of the world with their unique and in-demand food trucks.

Careers24

6 jobs that are nothing like what's depicted on TV

We visited some real people whose job is often portrayed in films or TV-series and asked them about the accuracy of the representation of their job. This is what they said.

Property24

7 gorgeous coastal abodes that 'won’t break the bank'

You don’t need billions to live it up on South Africa’s scenic coastline. With prices from R3.75m, these gorgeous homes offer heaps for your money…

Gaming

God of War is the highest rated PS4 exclusive of all time - said to be biggest PS4 debut

God of War is slaying.