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Daily Maverick President Trump announced global reciprocal tariffs, ranging from 10% to 49%, with South Africa facing 30% tariffs. Other countries affected include the UK, Singapore, European Union, Japan, India, and China. Auto tariffs of 25% will apply to various…

Sky News World leaders react to Trump’s tariffs, with China vowing to retaliate against the 34% tax and the EU preparing countermeasures. Trump defends move at “Make America Wealthy Again” event, criticizing foreign “cheaters”. EU warns of “dire consequences” for…

BBC News Nigerian televangelist Timothy Omotoso, accused of raping young women from his South African church, has been acquitted after 8 years in jail. The judge cited mishandling of the case by prosecutors. Co-accused Lusanda Sulani and Zikiswa Sitho were…

EWN KZN Police Commissioner Mkhwanazi revealed that a gang involved in cash-in-transit heists in Gauteng was apprehended in KwaMashu. The suspects were monitored following information from Crime Intelligence. Mkhwanazi credited the success to Crime Intelligence’s work and mentioned ongoing investigations…

TimesLIVE Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana criticized the DA for dishonesty and bad faith before MPs approved his fiscal framework and revenue proposals in parliament.Read More from source

TimesLIVE Actor Val Kilmer, known for roles in Top Gun and Batman Forever, has passed away at 65 from pneumonia, as confirmed by his daughter. Despite being a prominent leading man in the 1990s, Kilmer’s career suffered setbacks due to…

TimesLIVE A 43-year-old grandmother in Limpopo sentenced to 10 years for assaulting her 4-year-old grandson, who struggled with bedwetting. Witnesses testified to repeated assaults with a tree stick, resulting in scars and a horrific attempt to cut the child’s private…

Daily Maverick The US declared South Africa’s ambassador persona non grata after his critique of President Trump. Speculation arose about the new US ambassador to South Africa, with Joel Pollak initially favored but Leo Brent Bozell III ultimately nominated. Bozell’s…

EWN South Africa deported over 46,000 undocumented migrants in 2024/25, an 18% increase from the previous year. This surpasses deportations by France and Germany combined. Home Affairs Minister Schreiber credits collaboration with border authorities and police for the success. Reforms…

CNN President Trump’s auto tariffs, effective as of 12:01 am ET, may disrupt the US auto industry and increase car prices for millions of Americans. The tariffs on imported cars and auto parts could impact the economy heavily, as the…