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University Debt Crisis: Are Graduates Entering a Financial Trap Before Their First Job?
2Kenya’s Schools Collapse Under Inflation: Students Struggle as Fees Soar 40%
3Gauteng DBE Confirms Scholar Transport Will Resume on 16 February
4Gauteng Scholar Transport Strike Leaves Thousands of Learners Stranded
Sports Recap
MOTORSPORT
•2 MIN READ
F1 Postpones Bahrain and Saudi Races Amid Middle East Tensions
Formula 1 has postponed its Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grand Prix races following escalating tensions in the Middle East linked to the ongoing Iran conflict, raising concerns about safety and regional stability.
March 16, 2026
3 MIN READ
FOOTBALL
WAFCON 2026 Postponed to July–August as CAF Delays Tournament in Morocco
March 15, 2026
4 MIN READ
RUGBY
Life After Kolisi: The Springboks' Identity Crisis
March 7, 2026
3 MIN READ
FOOTBALL
PSL Title Race Intensifies: Can Mamelodi Sundowns Be Stopped This Season?
March 4, 2026
RUGBY
•2 MIN READ
Kolisi Ruled Out of 2027 Qualifiers After Knee Surgery
South Africa’s World Cup defence plans have suffered an early disruption after Springboks captain Siya Kolisi was ruled out of the 2027 Rugby World Cup qualifiers following knee surgery, leaving head coach Rassie Erasmus with both a tactical and leadership dilemma.
February 23, 2026
RUGBY
•3 MIN READ
Springboks’ Youth Revolution: Which Rising Stars Are Shaping South Africa’s Rugby Future?
South African rugby is undergoing a seismic transformation. As veteran Springboks gradually step aside, a cohort of dynamic young players is emerging, bringing fresh energy, tactical innovation, and a relentless drive for excellence.
February 15, 2026
FOOTBALL
•2 MIN READ
Sundowns Grind Out Crucial Win Over Gomora United
Mamelodi Sundowns’ 2–1 victory over Gomora United may not have been their most fluent performance, but it delivered exactly what the defending champions needed: three points, momentum and renewed belief as the season enters a demanding phase.
February 5, 2026
3 MIN READ
FOOTBALL
Sundowns Face Gomora United With Points and Pride at Stake
February 4, 2026
FOOTBALL
•2 MIN READ
Axel Disasi joins West Ham on loan from Chelsea
West Ham United have completed the loan signing of Chelsea defender Axel Disasi, securing the France international until the end of the current Premier League season.
February 3, 2026
FOOTBALL
•3 MIN READ
South Africa Signals Readiness to Host AFCON 2028
South Africa is positioning itself as a leading contender to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, with Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie saying the country is ready to deliver a tournament defined by fairness, credibility and high officiating standards.
February 2, 2026
FOOTBALL
•2 MIN READ
Kaizer Chiefs Edge Zesco United 1–0
Kaizer Chiefs secured a narrow 1–0 victory over Zesco United on Saturday, showcasing defensive grit and a decisive attacking moment in a closely contested match.
February 1, 2026
TENNIS
•2 MIN READ
Alcaraz beats Djokovic to win Australian Open final
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open men’s singles final on Sunday, overcoming the tournament’s most dominant champion to secure his first title in Melbourne and cement his status as the defining force of a new era in men’s tennis.
February 1, 2026
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INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
•5 MIN READ
How Donald Trump’s Foreign Policy Could Reshape US–Africa Relations in 2026
The direction of United States foreign policy has long carried major implications for Africa’s economic partnerships, security cooperation, and diplomatic alignment. In 2026, renewed attention on Washington’s international priorities has sparked debate among analysts about how the foreign policy approach associated with Donald Trump could influence relations between the United States and African nations.
March 9, 2026
3 MIN READ
GLOBAL ECONOMY
Global Shipping Disruptions Return: Why 2026 Could Test Supply Chains More Severely Than 2022
March 3, 2026
2 MIN READ
AVIATION
Johannesburg to Dubai: Travel Uncertainty Grows Amid Escalation
March 2, 2026
2 MIN READ
ENERGY
Oil at the Brink: How Middle East Tensions Threaten to Trigger a Worldwide Energy Shock
March 2, 2026
MIDDLE EAST
•2 MIN READ
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Passes Away: Iran and the World React
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader and a defining figure in Middle Eastern politics for decades, has died, leaving a nation in mourning and prompting international attention on the future of Iranian governance and regional security.
March 1, 2026
MIDDLE EAST
•2 MIN READ
Iran Warns of ‘Most Powerful’ Military Operation Against Israel and US
Iranian officials have warned that what they described as the most powerful military operation in the history of the country’s armed forces could be launched imminently, targeting what Tehran referred to as Israeli and American “terrorists.” The statement signals a potential escalation in an already volatile regional standoff.
March 1, 2026
HUMANITARIAN CRISIS
•2 MIN READ
Hundreds of Refugees Return to DR Congo as Burundi Reopens Border Amid Renewed Fighting
Hundreds of displaced Congolese refugees have begun returning home from Burundi after border crossings reopened, even as fighting continues in parts of eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, raising urgent humanitarian and security concerns.
March 1, 2026
2 MIN READ
GEOPOLITICS
Trump Sends Second Carrier Toward Iran as Nuclear Talks Collapse
February 27, 2026
AFRICA
•2 MIN READ
Tinubu Declares Food Emergency as Nigeria Inflation Hits 35%
Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency on food security after inflation surged to 35%, triggering widespread hardship across Africa’s biggest economy. In an unprecedented move, security forces have been deployed to farming zones to stabilise production and curb supply disruptions.
February 24, 2026
GEOPOLITICS
•2 MIN READ
Trump Issues 10-Day Iran Ultimatum as Second US Carrier Deploys
Tensions between Washington and Tehran have surged after former U.S. President Donald Trump issued a 10-day ultimatum to Iran to reach a new nuclear agreement, warning of severe consequences if diplomacy fails. The warning coincides with the deployment of a second U.S. aircraft carrier to the Middle East, heightening global concern over potential military escalation.
February 21, 2026
HUMAN TRAFFICKING
•2 MIN READ
Four South Africans Finally Home After Being Duped into Fighting for Russia in Ukraine
What began as promises of security jobs and steady foreign income ended in a war zone. After months caught in the chaos of the Russia–Ukraine conflict, four South African men are finally back on home soil — their return marking both a diplomatic breakthrough and a sobering warning about international recruitment scams.
February 20, 2026
INTERNATIONAL
•3 MIN READ
Guterres Urges UN Security Council Reform: "This Is 2026 – Not 1946"
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has renewed his push for reform of the UN Security Council, arguing that the body’s structure reflects a post-World War II order that no longer matches global political and economic realities.
February 17, 2026