Sustainable development financing conference opens in Seville
Around 60 heads of state and government and 15,000 attendees came together in southern Spain on Monday to kick off the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development, an event that only takes place once a decade.
Uncertainty looms over Nissan South Africa as global restructuring continues
South Africa’s auto sector, a cornerstone of the country’s manufacturing industry, faces a challenging period. Yet, some experts believe that the evolving landscape may open new opportunities for investment in cleaner, more sustainable technologies — provided stakeholders are ready to adapt.
Club World Cup: Inter Milan forward Luis Henrique reacts after suprise Fluminense win
Fluminense defeated Inter Milan 2-0 on Monday, eliminating the Italian giants from the FIFA Club World Cup.
Ons Jabeur retires from Wimbledon Opener due to breathing issues
This marks another setback in an injury-plagued season for Jabeur, who has battled shoulder and leg issues throughout 2024. A finalist at the 2022 U.S. Open, Jabeur’s future remains uncertain as she seeks to recover both physically and mentally.
In Kenya, 90% of packaged food needs health warning label under new rules
“Africa is facing a growing problem of obesity and overweight, and the trends are rising. This is a ticking time bomb. If unchecked, millions of people, including children, risk living shorter lives under the burden of poor health,” said Dr Matshidiso Moeti, WHO Regional Director for Africa.
South African actor Embeth Davidtz makes directorial debut with Rhodesia-set drama
"Don't Let's Go To The Dogs Tonight" is an adaptation of Alexandra Fuller's 2001 memoir.
Israeli airstrike on popular Gaza City beach café kills at least 30
Al-Baqa café at the seaside in Gaza City was a popular spot among journalists, activists and locals. According to inhabitants, a children's birthday party was taking place when the location was hit by an Israeli airstrike on Monday.
Musk-Trump dispute continues as Musk criticises Trump signature budget bill
The US president and his former close ally billionaire Elon Musk are once more on the warpath: after Musk criticised Trump's signature spending act, dubbed "the Big Beautiful Bill" by the president, Trump threatened to cut government subsidies to Musk's companies.
South Africa: At least 101 dead in Eastern Cape floods as rescue efforts continue
Victims include 38 children. The youngest fatality is an infant about 12 months old.
Report: US cuts to foreign aid could cause more than 14 million deaths by 2030
Donald Trump's decision to drastically cut US humanitarian aid is expected to have disastrous consequences, researchers warn.