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

Zim VP in SA for treatment of 'undisclosed ailment' – report

Zimbabwean Vice President Kembo Mohadi is reportedly undergoing medical treatment for an undisclosed ailment in South Africa.

World

Germany: Truck tips over, floods field with fish

A tractor-trailer tried to take a turn and toppled over, tipping its entire load of fish onto a German farmer's field.

Sport24

Crusaders stumble their way past Sunwolves

The Crusaders put in an uncharacteristically sloppy performance in downing the Sunwolves in their Super Rugby clash in Christchurch.

Business

Ports have crucial role to play in greener shipping - report

Greenhouse gas emissions from shipping could triple if steps are not taken to speed up a transition, warns a report by the International Transport Forum.

The 14 most popular programming languages

These languages are a great place to start if you want a job in tech.

Entertainment

WATCH: Black Coffee tells us about playing at Coachella and taking things to the next level

Channel24 caught up with South African record producer and DJ, Black Coffee at the 2018 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival held annually in the Colorado Desert.

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

Excitement high for Simola Hillclimb

Anticipation and excitement levels are at an all-time high for the 2018 Jaguar Simola Hillclimb, which takes place from 3 to 6 May.

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

PICS: These 10 incredible creatures are on the brink of extinction

These 10 beautiful creatures are on the brink of extinction and need our help.

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

Housemarque announces new multiplayer game, Stormdivers

Take a look at the first glimpse of Housemarque's brand new game.