South Africa

Hawks to investigate Supra's alleged cattle gift to Zuma

The Hawks have confirmed that an investigation into allegations that North West Premier Supra Mahumapelo gifted former President Jacob Zuma with cattle worth R1.5m - allegedly brought with public funds - was underway.

Africa

Zim 'celebrates' as President Mnangagwa named among the world's most influential people

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has been listed among the world's top 100 most influential people by the Time magazine, and the government says his inclusion should be celebrated, according to report.

World

Naked gunman kills three at Tennessee restaurant - police

A nude gunman has shot dead three people and injured at least four more at a restaurant on the outskirts of Nashville, Tennessee, police have said.

Sport24

Police use tear gas, stun grenades after Chiefs players forced to flee

Police fired tear gas and stun grenades to disperse angry Kaizer Chiefs fans after the club suffered a shock defeat in the Nedbank Cup.

Business

Winnie and the victims in the rush for 'truth'

An independent media is often the favourite whipping boy of politicians, business and religious charlatans, writes Terry Bell.

The new SMS system on Android phones won't be secure

A new app called "Chat" will soon replace the default "Messages" app on Android, but from a security standpoint, it's hardly an upgrade.

Entertainment

This animation is a great treat for the kids

Arguably Aardman's weakest film to date, Early Man will work for the really young but most likely not for anyone else.

Supra stands defiant

‘There would have been mayhem in Mahikeng had he been fired. Innocent people were going to die so Cyril did well’.

Ferial Haffajee: Zuma's love life is the best possible news for Ramaphosa

Zuma currently has four wives and news on Friday revealed that he is to take a fifth - Nonkanyiso Conco (24) with whom he last week had a baby at 76 years old. If you're calculating, it's a 52-year age gap and the little one is the 24th child.

Tech

Apple shares slip again as concern mounts over iPhone sales

Apple fell for the third day Friday after analysts at Morgan Stanley cut their forecasts for iPhone shipments, adding to concern about the tech giant’s primary source of revenue ahead of quarterly earnings in May.

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

Luxury vehicles in SA, popular car paint jobs... top motoring stories of the week

From the most desirable cars among local millionaires to the most popular car colours in SA, 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

#Trending: Hot events this Freedom Day weekend

You can also catch cuddles at a moonlight movie screening or enjoy a tribute to a great jazz musician - your week sorted - take a look.

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

Escape ‘big city’ life: Where to buy country property

Leave crowds and traffic congestion behind for the scenic Cape countryside. From Kommetjie to McGregor, Robertson and more, here’s where to go…

Gaming

New God of War update fixes the game's biggest issue

God of War's new update is live.