From lighting up the Nelson Mandela Bridge to reopening a Joburg Library and contesting local elections, communities are finding different ways to reclaim their cities and hold the government to account.
Abdul leaves behind a void that can never be filled, but also a legacy that will never fade.
President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi arrived on Friday, in the Indian capital, New Delhi, to participate in the 18th BRICS Summit. The official spokesperson for the Presidency of the Republic stated on his official Facebook page: “President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi arrived safely today in
Akor Adams opened his Serie A goal account which, unfortunately, was not enough as Venezia lost 4-2 at home to Fiorentina on Friday night, completesports.com reports. Heading into the contest, both Venezia and Fiorentina had lost their opening three league fixtures. Fiorentina ed
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife has donated 20 black rhinos to a private reserve in Botswana as part of a major conservation effort to establish a new, genetically diverse population of the critically endangered species.
"As a member of this government, the position of Deputy President is not vacant. The President said he had appointed Professor Kithure Kindiki to that position, and we respect that decision and work with him. That is how good governance is established," Mudavadi said.
Over 220 others quizzed in 152 criminal cases Rescue nine kidnap victims, recover 101 ammunition By Steve Oko UMUAHIA: The Abia State Police Command has arrested a man and three others allegedly caught while attempting to sell and traffic his 16-month-old daughter for financial g
Six Nigerian nationals wanted in the US for allegedly defrauding more than 100 women of over R100 million in online romance scams have been extradited from South Africa.
The warnings have prompted calls to action, with US Senator Bernie Sanders demanding a pause on advanced AI development.
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA: President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Etsu Nupe and Chairman of the Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, on his 74th birthday and 23rd anniversary on the throne. Tinubu, in a congratulatory message, described the f
Business leaders say fixing South Africa’s struggling cities can no longer be viewed as charity, arguing that functioning municipalities are essential to protecting businesses, their employees and the markets they depend on.
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has said it will not disrupt the planned Linda Mwananchi rally scheduled for Sunday at Jacaranda Grounds.
According to the statement, "The report received reveals that suspected armed bandits in large numbers invaded and attacked the community at about 6:12pm.” The post Armed herdsmen kill four policemen, seven others in Benue community appeared first on Vanguard News .
In one of the biggest raids ever seen at the Lebombo Border Post between South Africa and Mozambique, hordes of members of security agencies swooped down on illegal traders at the border post.
The judgment followed a claim by Emmanuel Mumia over damage to his striped navy suit.
By Emmanuel Iheaka The Igbo Heroes and Icons Foundation has urged political parties, particularly the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, not to expect a harvest of votes from the South-East in the 2027 presidential election, insisting that many people in the region support Pe
Murmur Intelligence co-founder Kyle Findlay has urged voters to spot fake election messaging that seeks to undermine the IEC ahead of South Africa’s local elections.
Nigerian Afrobeats singer Adekunle Gold has urged people living with sickle cell disease to consider genotype compatibility when choosing partners, arguing that romantic feelings should not outweigh the potential health risks to their future children. Gold, who lives with sickle
Lukuwa made the appeal in a viral video circulated on social media following the attack, in which he appeared with a plaster covering part of his neck where he sustained a minor injury. The post Knife attack: ‘I’m well, in good health,’ says Sokoto cleric appeared first on Vangua
In a conversation at The Gathering held in memory of Estelle Ellis, Gift of the Givers founder Dr Imtiaz Sooliman reflected on the journalist who kept calling when people needed help — and on the ordinary South Africans he believes are still capable of changing their country.
Mkamburi Chigogo has shared her views on men who talk excessively, arguing that women may choose to walk away from such partners in favour of more reserved men. Mkamburi, who is known for openly discussing relationships and marriage, said a man’s behaviour in private can influenc
Kiky Festus married Akin Faminu in a custom Veekee James wedding dress featuring cathedral-inspired micro-beading, a sculpted basque corset, and pearl-pinstriped illusion sleeves. The post Kiky Festus Walked Down the Aisle in the Custom Veekee James Gown of Her Dreams appeared fi
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has dismissed Kedibone Madiehe, the chief executive officer of the Government Pensions Administration Agency, after being found guilty of multiple misconduct charges following a year-long disciplinary process.
Beyond deaths and blindness, contaminated alcohol can cause serious poisoning requiring hospitalisation.
Newly invited Nigeria international striker George Ilenikhena made another statement in the Saudi Arabia Premier League for Al Ittihad in their 3-1 win over Al Faisaly, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports. The 20 year old who joined the Saudi outfit in January from Ligue 1 side Monaco has
The Wilds was a neglected public park notorious for violent crime until artist James Delaney revived it with his signature colourful animal sculptures. Now it’s the top-rated park in Johannesburg.
In its report, Anthropic said it had found a pro-government operator based in Kenya using Claude AI to generate and post fake grassroots social media content.
Akin Faminu and Kiky Festus celebrated their white wedding in Lagos, wearing custom bridal designs by Veekee James and Deji & Kola styled by Baudovin Ononiba and The Style Infidel. The post Akin Faminu & Kiky Festus Were Elegance Personified in Their White Wedding Looks appeared
Twenty-five years after the deadliest attack on US soil, Americans paused on Friday to commemorate the nearly 3 000 people killed when hijacked planes slammed into the World Trade Centre, the Pentagon and a field in Pennsylvania — and to wrestle with the consequences of 11 Sept
Asbel Kiprop was a gifted runner whose brilliance on the track matched his appetite for life's excitement off the track.
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