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The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) denies that there was anything exceptional about January’s payment run. But many people have complained to #PayTheGrants and Black Sash.

Kenyatta wins disputed poll re-run with more than 98% of the vote

The election re-run turnout was just 38.84%.

Kenyan president-elect Uhuru Kenyatta’s trial at The Hague is expected to begin in July.

Incumbent Uhuru Kenyatta declared winner in Kenyan polls, opposition rejects result

Kenya’s president reaches out to rival, says ‘no need for violence’

At the start of 2026, four of South Africa’s five largest banks were simultaneously pursuing acquisition targets in Kenya.

Moody’s downgrades SA’s top five banks

The ratings agency has downgraded the credit rating of the country’s top five banks.

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s economic stimulus package shows that he and his political allies are in charge of economic policy. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)

Court sets aside appointment of Berning Ntlemeza

The North Gauteng High Court has set aside the decision to appoint Berning Ntlemeza as head of Hawks.

Wayde van Niekerk set a new world record. Getty

Wayde van Niekerk breaks world record to win 400m gold at Rio Olympics

Van Niekerk breaks 17-year-old world record and earns the gold.

Zuma announces local government elections date

Jacob Zuma has announced the date of municipal elections, while the IEC has appealed to South Africans for a smooth registration weekend this week.

In its statement, the Security Council reiterated the readiness of MONUSCO, the UN peacekeeping mission in DRC, “to provide support if requested.” (Phil More/AFP)

More UN peacekeepers accused of sex crimes

More UN troops in the DRC are accused of abusing those they were meant to protect – and face paternity claims from their alleged victims.

Cyril Ramaphosa says a state capture inquiry should simultaneously be broad and focused.

Facebook comments describe Guptas’ alleged attempts to buy ministers

A former ANC MP allegedly claimed on Facebook that the Guptas offered her a position as a minister in exchange for benefits.

There is a sense that political change is in the air

EFF: Zuma’s remarks consistent with dictatorial attitude

The EFF condemned President Jacob Zuma’s alleged "anti-black" remarks made in a speech to the SA Local Government Association.

Zambian currency at record low after Lungu’s illness

Zambia’s kwacha closed at a record low as President Edgar Lungu travelled to South Africa for medical treatment after collapsing at a public event.

Sorry state: Schools in Limpopo have lost the financial support that paid for basic things such as cleaning staff and stationery.

Matric pupils not allowed to enter Malamulele

The continuing shutdown of Malamulele in Limpopo and violent protests are preventing around 350 pupils from writing their supplementary matric exams.

Malamulele residents during ANC election rally last year

Zuma: Malamulele shutdown unacceptable

The ongoing protests in the Limpopo town of Malamulele are not acceptable, said Zuma. The town’s shutdown has entered its sixth week.

Further load shedding looms if Eskom’s liquidity crisis is not addressed.

Namibia exporting power to SA

Eskom is receiving approximately 200MW of electricity from its counterpart in Namibia, NamPower, as it struggles to keep the lights on.

The electricity supply is expected to be constrained in February and March

Eskom: Rolling blackouts until generators fixed

The power utility said they apologised for the power cuts, but blackouts would continue until three of its generators are fixed.

Molemo ‘Jub Jub’ Maarohanye at the Protea magistrate’s court in Soweto on October 12 2012.

Jub Jub’s murder conviction overturned

A high court has overturned Molemo "Jub Jub" Maarohanye and his friend Themba Tshabalala’s murder convictions, reducing them to culpable homicide.

Interjections and frustration as EFF disciplinary hearing gets underway

The EFF’s parliamentary disciplinary hearing began with the firebrand party making life difficult for the committee members questioning its MPs.

SA Muslim bodies condemn actions of Isis

Muslim groups in South Africa have said a caliphate cannot be built on mass murders and human rights abuses.

Collaboration: Minister in the Presidency Jeff Radebe says efforts to improve education are starting from a very low base.

Government: Madonsela is not a spy

Jeff Radebe has said that Kebby Maphatsoe’s comments about the public protector do not "reflect the views and thinking of government".

Neasa refused to sign the offer

Neasa lockout to continue ‘despite threats’

Neasa has said it will continue its constitutionally protected lockout of workers following the end of the wider strike in the metals sector.

Bafana star Khune in court for speeding

Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune is due in court in March after having been caught speeding in Centurion on Friday night.