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TOM EATON: Trump’s ‘Donroe Doctrine’ gives him an Epstein scandal reprieve
SA should try not to get Cyril Ramaphosa kidnapped and flown blindfolded to New York

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Supporters honour DJ Warras with social media tribute and candlelight ceremony
Close friends, family members, supporters and industry peers of Warrick “DJ Warras” Stock have joined an online movement to honour the late media personality and businessman.
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South Africa
KZN residents urged to stay hydrated amid excessive heat
Maximum temperatures in KwaZulu-Natal are expected to reach the upper 30s.

South Africa
SAP Report Warns Africa Must Accelerate AI Skills Development to Stay Competitive
As Africa moves deeper into the era of artificial intelligence, organizations across the continent face mounting pressure to build the skills needed to compete in a rapidly changing global economy. A new report by SAP found that two-thirds of organizations in Africa are already introducing career development initiatives focused on artificial intelligence, aimed at upskilling […]

South Africa
DJ Warras murder case postponed to next Tuesday
The case has been postponed to January 13, 2026, to allow the accused to formally apply for bail.

South Africa
Pan African AI Summit 2026 Puts Tourism at Center of Africa’s AI-Driven Experience Economy
Organizers of the Pan African AI & Innovation Summit 2026 have announced a strategic focus on Africa’s tourism and hospitality sector, positioning artificial intelligence as a key driver of the continent’s estimated $100 billion experience economy. The summit will take place Sept. 22–23 at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City and is expected to bring […]

World
Venezuelan expats celebrate Maduro’s arrest, but question their country’s future
In Florida, members of the Venezuelan community celebrate — and question — the U.S. detention of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.

World
An inside look at Venezuela’s critical gold trade
Gold — like oil — is crucial for Venezuela’s government. NPR’s Leila Fadel speaks with CNN journalist Isa Soares, who won an Emmy for her coverage of the gold trade in the country.

World
U.S. faces broad condemnation for actions in Venezuela during U.N. emergency meeting
During a U.N. Security Council emergency meeting, the U.S. called its intervention in Venezuela a law enforcement operation. Venezuela disagreed, calling the raid an illegitimate armed attack.

World
What the U.S. raid in Venezuela means for countries like China and Russia
NPR’s Steve Inskeep asks Sarah Lenti, a former National Security Council director, what U.S. engagement in Venezuela means to other global players like China and Russia.

Africa
Central African Republic President Touadéra wins third term
The main opposition coalition boycotted the vote after a referendum allowed the removal of term limits.

Africa
Unbearably long wait for justice leaves South African families in limbo
With tens of thousands of cases waiting to be heard, some people have to wait four years for their trials to start.

Africa
Uganda denies plans to block internet during election
The main opposition candidate says the government is going to block the internet to stop his supporters mobilising.

Africa
Salah goals & Hakimi return – six things from Afcon 2025’s group stage
BBC Sport Africa takes a look back at some of the key talking points from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations group stage.

Business
South Africans forced to pay for a R76 billion mistake
The public has until 21 January 2026 to comment on energy regulator Nersa’s plan to force South African energy users to pay Eskom an additional R76 billion for its mistakes.

Business
Drivers over 70 to face eye tests every three years
The move is part of the government’s new road safety strategy, which plans to reform driving laws in Britain.

Business
The people most likely to find a job in South Africa
Analysis of South Africa’s employment data by Stats SA shows which people have the best chances of securing jobs in South Africa.

Business
Next reports Christmas rush but warns of slowdown ahead
Sales at the retailer beat expectations, but rising unemployment is expected to weigh on demand

Politics
LIVE | 31st anniversary of Joe Slovo’s death
Mapaila will deliver the keynote address at the 31st annual Joe Slovo commemoration

Politics
Multilateralism under threat after Maduro abduction: Lamola
US Delta Force raid in Venezuela captures President Maduro and wife in Caracas.

Politics
US posture on Venezuela violates UN charter, sovereignty: Lamola
Lamola has emphasised SA’s commitment to principle-based leadership at home and abroad

Politics
ANC to its hold NEC meeting in North West
The one-day meeting will discuss January 8 Statement preparations and the 114th anniversary rally.

Sport
Orlando Pirates: Where to next for Relebohile Mofokeng?
Look away Orlando Pirates fans. The player you love to watch has just said something you won’t want to hear …

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs in no hurry to extend contracts of seven players
Kaizer Chiefs are yet to renew the contracts of seven players. Could the likes of Sirino and Mthethwa be out of Naturena?

Sport
When will Springbok, Bulls star return from ‘horror’ injury?
Rising Springbok and Bulls star Cameron Hanekom remains sidelined with a serious injury, and here is the latest update on his recovery.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs: List of transfer window players linked
Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly lined up a couple of local – and international – targets in the current January transfer window.

Education
‘Teachers were bringing in food for hungry kids’
Rethink Food is helping to fund initiatives to cut hunger in schools across Leeds.

Education
The Score by C Thi Nguyen review – a brilliant warning about the gamification of everyday life
From Duolingo to GDP, how an obsession with keeping score can subtly undermine human flourishing
Two years ago, I started learning Japanese on Duolingo. At first, the daily accrual of vocabulary was fun. Every lesson earned me experience points – a little reward that measured and reinforced my progress.
But something odd happened. Over time, my focus shifted. As I climbed the weekly...
Education
Uganda: Victoria University and Mubs Lecturer Found Dead in Bed
[Nile Post] Police at Kira Road Division have launched investigations into the sudden death of Dr.L Tom Patrick Mugizi, a lecturer at Victoria University and Makerere University Business School (MUBS).
Education
Kenya: Sakaja Joins School Staff to Serve Meals On First Day of 2026 Term
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja on Monday morning joined cooks and staff at Muthangari Primary School to prepare meals for learners as schools reopened for the 2026 academic term.

Lifestyle
LATEST | DJ Warras murder case postponed to next week
The case involving the murder of popular media personality Warrick “DJ Warras” Stock has been postponed to Tuesday, 13 January 2026.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
WHEN is Easter in 2026?
Easter in 2026 is just three months away! Here’s how to plan the ideal long weekend. Because it’s all about family …

Lifestyle
Wildlife job of a lifetime? Ranger required on remote island for R50k a month
A remote island famous for its seabirds is hiring a wildlife ranger, offering free accommodation and a monthly salary of nearly R50 000.

Entertainment
WATCH: SA calls on UN Security Council to take decisive action on US Venezuela violation
Pretoria says the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) failing to act decisively against the US would be tantamount to inviting anarchy.

Entertainment
SABC warns public about fake TV licence inspectors
The broadcaster said it was aware that individuals were posing as SABC TV licence inspectors to gain access to homes and commit robberies.

Entertainment
‘We just batted’: De Kock and Bairstow kept it simple in rampant knock
The 177-run partnership between the Sunrisers openers was the second highest stand in an SA20 match.

Entertainment
Seven ways to beat Janu-Worry fast
Financial education platforms and planners all say that Janu-worry is usually driven by the same few habits repeated every year.

Science/Tech
Autonomous AI agents emerge as the next major cybersecurity risk
Cybersecurity in 2026 is expected to pivot towards AI governance, with machine-speed threat mitigation strategies.

Science/Tech
Nominations now open for Wired4Women Awards 2026
Help celebrate female leaders, entrepreneurs and rising talents in South Africa’s tech.

Science/Tech
Starlink crowd-sources support to operate in SA
The low-Earth orbit satellite provider mobilises its SA database to pressure regulator ICASA into accepting alternative empowerment compliance.

Science/Tech
Sandisk Rebrands Its Renowned Internal SSD Lineup For Gamers, Creators And Professionals To Sandisk Optimus
Yesterday at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES® 2026), Sandisk announced SANDISK Optimus as the new name for its renowned internal SSD lineup for gamers, creators, and professionals. The new branding for this family of products reflects a focus on performance leadership, engineering excellence, and a heritage of trust in flash memory. The powerful collection of […]

Motoring
Proposal to raise drinking age to 23 in South Africa
An organisation in South Africa has written to the presidency calling for the legal drinking age to be increased from 18 to 23.

Motoring
This is South Africa’s best petrol price in 4 years
South Africa’s petrol price will fall to its lowest level in nearly four years this Wednesday.

Motoring
3 new Chinese bakkies coming to South Africa
Three new Chinese bakkies have already been confirmed for South Africa this year, including Chery’s first double cab.

Motoring
South Africa’s Formula 1 history
South African has a long history in Formula – including hosting many Grand Prix and even having a former Driver’s Champion in its ranks.

Health
US cuts universal childhood vaccine recommendations, including covid and hepatitis
The overhaul is the latest in a host of sweeping changes made under the Trump administration by health secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr.
Health
RFK Jr. Scales Back the Number of Vaccines Recommended for Children
Federal health officials now recommend that children be routinely inoculated against 11 diseases, not 17, citing standards in other wealthy nations.

Health
Surgeon who ‘stripped naked in cubicle’ struck off
The doctor was working at the Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth when the incidents happened.
Health
Vaccines Are Helping Older People More Than We Knew
Many shots seem to have “off-target” benefits, such as lowering the risk of dementia, studies have found.