News24 | At 70, she defied illness, age and doubt to graduate

Behind every graduation ceremony lies a personal story of perseverance and resilience told by every graduate who has worked hard to achieve their qualification. One of them is 70-year-old Mantoa Mphambo, who graduated from the University of the Free State with a Bachelor of Divinity degree in April. Source

News24 | Friday’s weather: Cold front hits Western Cape, Northern Cape; hot and humid in KZN

A cold front bringing strong winds, rough seas and chilly conditions is forecast for parts of the Western and Northern Cape, while hot and humid conditions are expected in KwaZulu-Natal, according to the South African Weather Service. Source

News24 | EFF member hails Malema as ‘our Jesus’, while rivals stress ‘no one is above the law’

When Magistrate Twanet Olivier granted EFF leader Julius Malema leave to appeal his five-year prison sentence handed down on Thursday, Mmabonolo Mokhobele jumped for joy, threw herself on the pavement, and began to weep. Source

News24 | Pappas bows out of election run; Malema to appeal 5-year jail term: Today’s top 7 stories

News24 brings you the top stories of the day, summarised into neat little packages. Read through quickly or listen to the articles via our customised text-to-speech feature. Source

News24 | Home Affairs sets record straight on reports of permanent residency for ZEP holders

The Department of Home Affairs has clarified that Zimbabwe Exemption Permit holders are not eligible to directly apply for permanent residency in South Africa. Source

News24 | Cape Town execution-style killing claims four lives, including 13-year-old boy

A quiet Delft neighbourhood has been left reeling in shock and grief after four males – including a 13-year-old boy – were gunned down in what police have described as a brutal, execution-style killing inside a small dwelling. Source

Adobe, IBM team up on marketing software for banking industry

Adobe and IBM said they are teaming up to make marketing software easier to use for banks that face controls on how customer data must be handled. Source

Major Pierneef Landscape heads Strauss & Co July flagship auction

The cover lot of Strauss & Co’s winter Live Virtual auction, due to be held over three days from 26 to 28 July, is a monumental bushveld scene by JH Pierneef. Source

SA stocks set to snap back from 2020 losses

South Africa’s benchmark equities index is set to erase its 2020 drop, staging a spectacular snap-back. Source

Kenya: President Ruto Signs Tax Relief Law Reducing Fuel VAT By Half for Three Months

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has signed the VAT (Amendment) Act 2026 into law, temporarily reducing Value Added Tax on fuel from 16 percent to 8 percent for a period of 90 days in a move aimed at easing pressure on consumers and stabilising fuel prices. Source

Nigeria: 'I Was a Rubber Stamp, Not Decision Maker,' Diezani Tells UK Court

[Premium Times] The former minister told the UK court on Wednesday that decisions on contracts were processed through multiple agencies before reaching her desk. Source

South Africa: Mugabe Attempted Murder Case Resumes - South African News Briefs - April 17, 2026

[allAfrica] Mugabe and Co-Accused Return to Court Over Hyde Park Shooting Source

Eddie Jones remains respectful of depleted France

England coach Eddie Jones is braced for a gruelling encounter when his side go in search of Autumn Nations Cup glory at Twickenham even though they will arguably be up against something less than a France 2nd XV. Source

New Zealand win toss and bowl in 3rd West Indies T20

New Zealand won the toss and elected to bowl as they chase a series clean-sweep against the West Indies in the third Twenty20 international at Mount Maunganui on Monday. Source

Bulls' 14-man triumph: Jake White draws comparisons to Crusaders upset in 2014

Bulls mentor Jake White has compared their win over WP to when he coached the Sharks to an upset win over the Crusaders in 2014. Source

News24 Business | Facing a broken economy, Ghana's tech-savvy teens turn to fraud

In the dusty alleys of Nima, a shanty town in the heart of Ghana's capital, a 17-year-old called Ghost reclines on a faded plastic chair inside a dimly lit internet cafe. Source

News24 Business | Meta threatens to cut off Facebook, Instagram in Nigeria

Meta on Saturday vowed to fight Nigerian fines for various consumer data violations as the US tech giant reportedly threatened to cut off Facebook and Instagram in Africa's most populous country. Source

News24 Business | EU slaps big fines on Apple and Meta, risking Trump fury

The EU on Wednesday slapped Apple and Meta with 700 million euros in fines for breaking digital competition rules, risking the wrath of US President Donald Trump. Source

Finance ministers and top bankers raise serious concerns about Mythos AI model

Experts say Mythos potentially has an unprecedented ability to identify and exploit cybersecurity weaknesses. Source

What we know about the ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel

A 10-day truce between the two countries is now in effect, with Iran-backed Hezbollah voicing support, as negotiations continue between the US and Iran. Source

Moment wolf on the run in South Korea is found

The escape of Neukgu, a two-year-old wolf, from a zoo in the city of Daejon captured national attention. Source

WATCH | How the Kia Seltos managed to cover more than 1100km on a single tank of diesel

Tumelo Maketekete drove the Kia Seltos from Gauteng to the Western Cape. Here's what went into that epic drive. Source

WATCH | How the Kia Seltos managed to cover more than 1100km on a single tank of diesel

Tumelo Maketekete drove the Kia Seltos from Gauteng to the Western Cape. Here's what went into that epic drive. Source

Ferrari's 488 GT Modificata is a track day weapon

Ferrari will sell a handful of customers what is essentially a GT3 car. It's powered by a 3.9-litre twin-turbo V8 engine and Ferrari claims it has 1000kg of downforce at 230km/h. Source

Poetry, rhyme and rhythm saved my life

People with diabetes are twice as likely to have depression, a charity backing tailored support says. Source

Podcaster advocating for endometriosis awareness

Alexandra Morris said women can be dismissed by doctors when describing symptoms of endometriosis. Source

Trans woman leaves role with women's health charity

Steph Richards' endometriosis charity work was criticised by former Home Secretary Suella Braverman. Source