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SA Police call for public patience as recruitment of 5 500 trainee officers continues

The South African (SA) Police Service has urged the public to be patient as it continues the recruitment of 5 500 trainee officers

G20 Anti-Corruption Working Group to conclude

G20 Anti-Corruption Working Group

UK’s Virgin Media O2 signs deal with Musk’s Starlink for rural coverage

The United Kingdom’s (UK) Virgin Media O2 said it had signed a deal with Elon Musk’s Starlink to boost mobile coverage in rural areas, initially with messaging and data services when it launches in the first half of 2026

SA faces 181% surge in dementia cases by 2050: Experts

Experts say an ageing population and longer life expectancy are largely driving the situation.

SA government reaffirms support for commission into TRC cases

South Africa’s (SA) Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development has addressed concerns from the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Allegations regarding co-operation from government departments

‘Woods will not play in his Hero World Challenge event’

The 15-times major champion has not competed since he missed the British Open cut in July 2024.