Iran withdraws from BRICS navy drills: Govt source

A naval vessel anchored in Simon’s Town. A well-placed government source has confirmed that Iran has been asked to withdraw from the BRICS Navy drills off the South African coast in an effort to prevent a further escalation in diplomatic tensions with the United States. Iranian vessels that arrived in Simon’s Town in the Western…

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DBE lauds Matric Class of 2025 despite some challenges

Matric results announcement The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has lauded the efforts of the Matric Class of 2025, saying the group has managed to manoeuvre and excel through some tough challenges such as inclement weather and teacher shortages. Director-General Hubert Mweli highlighted some of these challenges during a Technical Media Briefing ahead of the…

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Impressive Nigeria outplay Algeria to book semi-final spot

Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen celebrates scoring their first goal with Semi Ajayi Strikers Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams grabbed second-half goals as Nigeria powered to a deserved 2-0 victory over Algeria in Saturday’s Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final to set up a meeting with hosts Morocco in the last four. Osimhen steered home a long cross…

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