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Discover this week's arts and culture highlights, featuring Nhoza's new single 'Umthandazo', the Hluma Film Festival in Pietermaritzburg, and the Tiriparwendo exhibition in Cape Town.
Throughout the five-day Lagos Fashion Week, African designers turned the runway into a vibrant mix of heritage and fresh vision - their creations reflecting the diversity of African design, with bold looks and storytelling.
The initiative was unveiled ahead of the ninth GTCO Fashion Weekend, which begins in Lagos on Saturday. The post GTCO launches directory for African textile makers, artisans appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Easily the most anticipated Bollywood film of the year, Ramayana: Rise of a Legend is the first of two parts.
Saudi-Iraqi film Hijra won Best Feature Film at HACC 2026 in Cape Town. Nigerian, South African and Namibian filmmakers also received honours at the festival.
The ANC says it is prepared to work with any political party in KwaZulu-Natal, provided coalition talks are guided by the party’s national and provincial leadership.
Jacob Zuma says the MK Party is open to coalition talks as it seeks to expand its influence, but the party has not identified potential partners.
GOOD Party candidate Wesley Neumann received 267 votes in Ward 110 and says he will continue advocating for better housing, services, schools and job opportunities after the election
The coach who helped guide Jannik Sinner to five Grand Slam titles and the world number one spot is to leave the player's camp at the end of the year.
Nearly 90 million forcibly displaced people live in countries highly exposed to climate hazards, the UN refugee agency has said, urging action ahead of next week's Cop31 climate summit in Turkey.
A Malaysian court has issued an order allowing the transfer to house arrest of jailed former Prime Minister Najib Razak, his lawyer said on Friday, after his party announced it had paid a fine under the terms of a royal pardon.
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Five boys who were guests at the supervised Halloween party on Saturday night were stabbed.
Legendary arranger H.B. Barnum and The Savoy Ellingtons reflect on their debut South African performance at the Cradle of Humankind, Duke Ellington's legacy, and the unifying power of jazz.
Less than a year away from a potential 2027 World Cup quarter-final meeting, Ireland's hosting of Argentina represents an important staging post on the journey to Australia next autumn.
South Africa's African National Congress party could face its worst-ever election result on Friday with about a third of support after 80 percent of the votes from local government polls counted. Final results are expected by Sunday.
Children in parts of Wales will be posted a free book every month until their fifth birthday.
You never know whether you will get a compliment, a cutting observation, verbal grenade or all three from mischievous Eddie Jones.
The DA projected it would win about 58% of the City of Cape Town vote before the IEC had completed counting, prompting criticism from the ANC, GOOD Party and Freedom Front Plus.
Investment has surged into the making of jet turbine blades - an extremely difficult component to make.
Best bets and betting preview for Jaguars vs. Ravens on Thursday Night Football
The head of T-Mobile's parent company is casting doubt on SpaceX's plans to make Starlink Mobile a "major" carrier in the US. During an earnings call on Thursday, Deutsche Telekom CEO Tim Höttges says he takes the Elon Musk-owned company "super serious," but that it will cost at…
Former Cross River PDP chairman Venatius Ikem questions the party’s ability to challenge the APC in 2027, describing its structures as fragmented and its Wike-backed presidential candidate, Sandy Onor, as politically invisible. The post Former Cross River PDP chair doubts…
The Brother Moves On frontman Siyabonga Mthembu discusses why all music is political, the complexities of South African democracy, and why citizens must define the country's future.
Ten years after starting in her parents' garage, designer Bonolo Mashilo of B Mashilo Designs is transforming the South African fashion scene with garments crafted to fit and celebrate real women's bodies.
An analysis of widespread municipal underperformance in South Africa reveals deep systemic failures in capital budget spending, infrastructure maintenance, and governance, calling on voters to demand higher standards and qualified leadership.
Dave Richard breaks down every viable starting option across every game using a 1-10 confidence scale to help managers navigate injuries, byes and tricky lineup decisions
With heavy bye weeks and major quarterback injuries forcing fringe options into lineups, matchup breakdowns reveal which stars to bench and which sleepers to trust
Horse-trading for control of SA’s councils is set to begin in earnest, with hung councils outnumbering outright wins by more than two to one as the count passed 63% late on Thursday night.
New world champion Kimi Antonelli says he is treating the final races of the season as the beginnings of his campaign to retain the title next year.
Here's how the final eight rank ahead of the playoffs starting on Friday
The party that twice put convicted child rapist Jeffrey Donson in the Kannaland mayor’s chair has topped the vote in the Little Karoo municipality, but its rivals could still shut it out of power.
Gqeberha muralist Muneeb Wassin has answered the vandals who defaced his Bayworld mural in the language he knows best: paint.
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The Pulp Fiction director and Spinning Around singer caused a stir in a Welsh seaside town.
Rian Johnson. Rian Johnson is an analog photography devotee. The director of Knives Out and The Last Jedi can often be spotted on set with a Leica M6 at his side, documenting production on film. But sometimes, it's still easier to reach for a phone. So Johnson started wondering…
Sonos is rolling out a big app update that includes new Presets and early access to its AI voice assistant. You can create a preset to play music at a specific volume in a certain room, which will appear directly on the homescreen so you can quickly start playback. If you're in…
ActionSA National Chairperson Michael Beaumont has thrown his weight behind Dr Nasiphi Moya serving another term as Tshwane mayor, saying the party will negotiate to ensure she remains at the helm of the metro for five more years.
Former world number one Lee Westwood expects the PGA Tour to "play hardball" with its European counterparts following the demise of LIV.
Friday’s midday AI election projections forecast hung councils in Johannesburg and Tshwane, an outright DA majority in Cape Town, and MK Party dominance in eThekwini.
Phones used to be this size, if you can believe it. | Photo: Enough Phone It's a bad time and maybe also a great time to make a new smartphone. Brennan Jordan and Austin Boer are two-thirds of the trio behind the Enough Phone, a small phone that will run your choice of stock…
POLITICO’s polling before Election Day showed that both parties would be left without clear direction amid a blue wave. And then the blue wave hit.
The Democratic Alliance is keeping its options open regarding mayoral chains in key metros like Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni as political parties prepare for critical coalition talks.
Seven arrests were made during disorder in parts of Scotland, with fireworks thrown at emergency workers, police say.
As a growing number of victims turn to artificial intelligence for help, experts warn that, while a virtual confidante can offer temporary relief, the focus must be on prevention and support.
BlackDoor Experience returns to Bloemfontein for its fourth edition this festive season, presenting the Charity Golf Day and flagship music festival at the Rose Garden.
Charting Denzel Bentley's rise from fighting on his housing estate to being awarded - and stripped - of a world title.
The two governments restated their shared policy objective on Thursday at the 48th Regular Meeting of the National Council on Agriculture and Food Security, hosted by the Enugu State Government The post FG, Enugu align on agro-industrialisation, market access to boost food…
Seven arrests were made during disorder in parts of Scotland, with fireworks thrown at emergency workers, police say.
Martin O'Neill has previously said he is unsure of his best team, but it is now obvious that Camilo Duran is Celtic's best option through the middle.
Martin O'Neill has previously said he is unsure of his best team, but it is now obvious that Camilo Duran is Celtic's best option through the middle.
Pope Leo, who had part of a lung removed last month, will visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru.
Letterboxd’s homepage. The New York Times Company is in talks"exclusive negotations" to acquire Letterboxd, the social network for film lovers, for around $330 million, The New York Times reports. The Times Company, Sony Pictures Entertainment, and A24 were all recently rumored…
With the DA leading the vote count in Nelson Mandela Bay, provincial leader Andrew Whitfield says the party is open to coalition negotiations but will not work with the EFF or MK party. He says good governance and service delivery, rather than positions and power, must guide any…
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Perplexity is taking on OpenAI and Anthropic with its own work-focused AI agents. The startup's new always-on "Teammates" can take on multiple roles within a workspace, while pulling existing projects, skills, and memory from the Perplexity tools you already use. Teammates…
In interviews with the DA’s federal leader Ashor Sarupen, ActionSA’s Funzi Ngobeni and the ANC’s deputy secretary-general, Nomvula Mokonyane, we assess the future of Johannesburg’s governance as the results start to land.
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As election results point to a tight race in Johannesburg, the ANC may be pushed toward an uneasy coalition with the DA despite fierce resistance from local party leaders.
In Tembisa, community members grapple with voter fatigue, persistent service delivery failures, and shifting political loyalties as traditional parties lose ground.
The 70th anniversary of the Hungarian Revolution of 1956 was commemorated in Pretoria, highlighting the historical ties, democratic transitions, and expanding trade and educational partnerships between Hungary and South Africa.
The high court has sacked the leadership of the opposition ADC party with only months to go until elections.
The high court has sacked the leadership of the opposition ADC party with only months to go until elections.
South Africa’s local elections present a crucial test of electoral integrity and democratic resilience, demonstrating whether declining support for ruling parties can coexist with public faith in democracy.
First-time voter Timarie Grobler cast her ballot in Kempton Park hoping for jobs, unity, and better infrastructure, as analysts urge parties to take South Africa's crucial youth vote seriously.
The visits will give President Tinubu opportunities to engage with political stakeholders, party members, and supporters while emphasising unity, political stability, and a shared commitment to national progress. The post Tinubu to embark on two-day official visit to Akwa Ibom,…
A Financial Services Tribunal has upheld the seven-year debarment of a chartered accountant for marketing and canvassing investments in Acqumen Fund, which was not authorised to provide financial services.
PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday declared as illegal the David Mark-led ADC’s Caretaker Committee, which conducted the party’s presidential primary that produced Atiku as its flag bearer. The post Peter Obi blames APC for court…
Documents were published in March and June - but others were withheld because they were part of a police investigation.
Documents were published in March and June - but others were withheld because they were part of a police investigation.
DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis on Thursday at noon declared Cape Town a win for his party, and the only metro with an outright majority. Key Cape hinterland towns of Stellenbosch and Paarl (Drakenstein) remained in DA control, while in 14 other councils the DA was the leading…
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Experts at Moonshot 2026 in Lagos call for harmonised regulations and seamless digital payments to boost intra-African trade and as Silicon Valley pulls back, home-grown startups are stepping up to shape the continent's digital future.
The DA appeared poised to maintain its grip on the City of Cape Town, but opposition parties cautioned against premature celebrations as the IEC continued counting votes in the local government elections.
From the IEC results centre, election day brings journalists together as early projections point to major ANC losses, especially in Mangaung, and possible upheaval within the party.
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The estranged couple started their relationship in 2002 and exchanged marital vows in 2005. The marriage produced children. The post Why I separated from my wife – Actor Kunle Afod appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Police and party representatives clashed outside a Galeshewe voting station as opposition parties disputed the Ward 18 count, with KAG demanding a recount and the IEC urging aggrieved parties to lodge disputes.
Meta now lets you have voice conversations with your Muse AI agent in real time, CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced today. The feature has been rolled out to me, and I gave it a spin on the iOS app while writing this article. As you chat with your Muse agent, the avatar at the top of…
Governor Sule questioned the circumstances surrounding the use of tear gas at the rally, particularly around the podium. The post Governor orders probe of violence at APC presidential rally appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
More than 8,000 Burkinabé gold miners were forcibly expelled from Guinea-Conakry after authorities there imposed a ban on artisanal and illegal gold mining in several areas of the country's northeast
This Road Rash screenshot rules. | Image: EA Electronic Arts is launching 25 classic games on Steam, including "Anniversary Editions" of the motorcycle racer Road Rash and six Wing Commander titles. These Anniversary Editions preserve "the original look, feel and creative intent…
The groups said Nigeria’s methane regulations have achieved limited results due to weak enforcement, poor emissions disclosure and inadequate community participation. The post Civil society groups demand methane crackdown ahead of 2027 elections appeared first on Premium Times…
The group also demanded an independent, impartial and transparent investigation into the alleged detention of her parents, the circumstances of her arrest, the reported demand that she delete her Facebook post and apologise, and the conduct of the officers involved. The post…
Sir Chris Bryant is understood to have asked parties to commit to raising an extra £200m in income.
The EFF says early results show it has stopped losing support in eThekwini, as it looks to ward victories and participation in municipal government to rebuild voter trust.
