GEC+Africa 2026 opens in Cape Town under ‘Connecting Africa’ theme - IOL
The GEC+Africa 2026 will take place at the CTICC over two days.
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Australian 'bodies in the barrels' serial killer granted parole - IOL
A body is recovered at Bruma Lake in Gauteng in this file picture. One of Australia's most notorious serial killers has been released on parole.
Kempton Park killings: Women’s deaths fuel call for action from late-shift workers - IOL
Members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) are investigating a crime scene where a woman's body was discovered yesterday morning in Kwa-Thema, Ekurhuleni.
Trump pokes the UK, and Ireland’s unity debate catches fire - IOL
US President Donald Trump gestures before boarding Air Force One as he departs from Shannon Airport, western Ireland this week, after attending the final day of the Irish Open golf tournament in nearby Doonbeg.
WATCH: Madlanga Commission probes public-official vetting as anti-corruption expert Laura Pop takes the stand - IOL
Anti-corruption expert Laura Pop testifies at the Madlanga Commission on Wednesday.
From factory worker to law graduate: Ngcobo refuses to give up - IOL
Lungelo Ngcobo completed his LLB at UKZN and hopes to use the law to support vulnerable communities.
RESENTMENT: The silent marriage killer - IOL
Resentment in marriage builds over time. It starts with small disappointments and grows
From midwife to doctor: 82-year-old’s remarkable journey to a PhD - IOL
Dolly Nyasulu, 82, earns UKZN PhD after six decades in maternal healthcare.
Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg pushes back against calls to slow AI development - IOL
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has pushed back against calls to slow AI development, arguing that market incentives, liability and independent oversight can help manage its risks.
Rural families face barriers as South Africa’s reading crisis deepens - IOL
South Africa’s reading crisis hits children in poor and rural communities hardest, with many lacking books, learning materials, and the support needed to build strong reading skills.
WTO sounds alarm over global trade as fragmentation threatens 5% GDP hit - IOL
Port of Durban The WTO warns that global trade fragmentation could cut world GDP by 5% by 2050.
Body of missing 10-year-old Octavia Swarts found near Joostenberg Vlakte dam - IOL
The body of 10-year-old Octavia Swarts was found near a dam in Joostenberg Vlakte after she went missing while out running with her cousin.
Refugees leave Durban after four-month ordeal - IOL
Refugees board buses outside the Home Affairs Refugee Reception Centre in Durban before travelling to the Lindela Repatriation Centre in Gauteng.
Five Cape Town restaurants with spectacular views worth planning a meal around - IOL
From mountain views over dinner to lunch at the harbour, Cape Town offers spectacular views to go with your meals.
GBVF: When will a national crisis produce a national response? - IOL
Elizabeth “Tsontso” Moselakgomo, a member of the Team Vitality running community, was among the women whose bodies have been discovered in the Ekurhuleni area recently. A religious organisation is calling for accountability as the killings expose the growing gap between governmen...
The latest electoral dispute is not just an ANC problem - IOL
As South Africa approaches local government elections, a contentious electoral dispute unveils critical questions about fairness, representation, and the integrity of our democratic institutions.
Newark family killings: Indictments reveal victims’ horrific final moments - IOL
An indictment served in the KwaDukuza Magistrates Court on Friday, details chilling allegations against four men accused of murdering seven members of a Newark family.
iPhone Duo: How Apple’s patient strategy perfected the foldable phone - IOL
By prioritising performance and seamless software polish over being first to market, Apple’s upcoming iPhone Duo could set a new benchmark for foldable smartphones. Picture: BENJAMIN FANJOY / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / GETTY IMAGES VIA AFP