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Manager plans for life after skipper Virgil

Australia, England and SA could challenge co-hosts’ hegemony

South Africa’s recent fiscal improvement is largely driven by short-term factors, and without sustained economic growth of around 3%, the country’s debt burden is likely to keep rising despite consolidation efforts.

The Enquiry is examining Advocate Andrew Chauke’s fitness to hold office.

Matjeng is being probed for her alleged involvement with Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala

Three suspects in a Nissan Juke crashed into the taxi and opened fire causing it to overturn

Matlala, co-accused’s hearing will resume this Friday morning at the High Court in Johannesburg.

It is rare for US presidents to publicly back candidates in foreign elections.

The Democratic Republic of Congo, Namibia and Angola have said they will cooperate on migrant returns.

Is there the political will to fix it the US’ health horror stories?

At least 78 bodies have been buried, while it’s feared that more than 170 people were killed altogether.

MSF says a government air strike hit its hospital after another of its health facilities was looted.

Epstein considered approaching Mugabe about a new currency in 2015 – the latest batch of files show.

Shops and homes were torched in an attack on two villages in the western state of Kwara, a lawmaker says.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 6 February 2026.

While lower petrol prices in South Africa are great news for motorists, the impact on inflation is limited because half the price goes to tax—and another tax hike may be coming.

Firms are working to make the motors that drive robots more efficient and cheaper.

The steps to bolster Canada’s auto industry come as Trump’s tariffs strain the sector and threaten jobs.

NW Businessman Suliman Carrim rises to infamy after being mentioned at the Madlanga Commission

Kohler-Barnard says she ended up reporting him to the Public Protector.

Kohler-Barnard testified before the Ad Hoc Committee on Thursday.

Brigadier Matjeng’s testimony at Madlanga Commission will resume on Friday.

France started their Six Nations title defence with a dominant win over Ireland, and have moved up in the World Rugby rankings as a result.

Ireland’s heavy defeat by France to open the Six Nations will only further press questions raised by a lacklustre autumn.

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell admits his side have a lot of work to do following their 36-14 defeat against France in the opening match of 2026 Six Nations.

Ruthless France inflict more pain on Ireland as the Six Nations holders open their title defence with a bonus-point victory at a buoyant Stade de France.

Road closures at intersections of a major road in Claremont, Cape Town, are expected to last until the end of May.

Record-low inflation last year could spell trouble for meaningful 2026 SASSA grant increases, as the National Treasury readies its budget …

Is the grass greener on the other side? Here’s a comparison of the minimum wage in South Africa vs countries where most expats live…

Catch up on the biggest stories this morning, 06 February 2026 in our simple morning fix update

Despite clear rules, councillors and senior staff in large metros remain in arrears, undermining governance and financial recovery efforts.

The Nieuwmeester Dome is expected to be handed over on Friday.

Joburg says payments are processed, but decades of uncollected tariffs and errors continue driving the city’s growing municipal debt crisis.

Dehan Scherman of Financial Wealth Holdings says the people who use Buy Now, Pay Later are typically the ones who really can’t afford it.

Africar Group, the parent company of AUTO24.africa, today announced the official launch of BuyNewCar.co.za, a new digital platform designed to bring transparency and simplicity to new-car pricing in South Africa.

For the first, a court has found Uber been liable for not preventing an alleged sexual assault of a passenger.

MyBroadband recently ordered a product from Chinese e-commerce giant AliExpress and was impressed with the quality of our item, quick delivery turnaround, and frequent order progress updates.

Expanding brand diversification is putting pressure on automotive repairers.

Auto sector faces collapse as VW flags policy failure, export risks and investor fears amid plant closures and layoffs nationwide.

Volkswagen’s once-popular city van, the Vivo Xpress, is returning to our roads.