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South Africa’s painful period of high interest rates has successfully driven inflation down to the Reserve Bank’s new 3% target, paving the way for structurally lower rates, faster economic growth, reduced debt-servicing costs.

Masandawana will reclaim the top spot should they beat Siwelele, as they are three points behind Orlando Pirates, who beat Durban City 2-0 at Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday.

The department of water and sanitation, in partnership with Rand Water, has launched a Special Purpose Vehicle aimed at fixing water and sanitation in the Emfuleni local municipality in the Vaal.

Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala, involved in a high-profile investigation for allegedly financing politicians and police officials, is facing an eviction lawsuit for outstanding rent at Menlyn Maine Towers in Pretoria.

Two males and 3 females died in an accident on the N10 in the Eastern Cape

The FNB stadium was filled to capacity with soothing gospel hymns sang by churchgoers

Security enhancements have been put in place to ensure the safety of light festival visitors

He called on anyone spreading misinformation to table their concerns at the National Dialogue

For the first time Aditya-L1 will be able to watch the Sun in its maximum activity cycle.

Thousands of demonstrators including from the dominant Roman Catholic church clergy are protesting in the Philippines, calling for the swift prosecution of top legislators.

Anti-government demonstrators are likely to have been targeted with camite, our investigation finds.

Zambia’s government is accused of ‘hypocrisy’ as fallout from ex-president’s death deepens.

The defendants were accused of attempting a coup – but human rights groups say the trial was politically motivated.

A South African allegedly recruited to fight for Russia recounts the horrors of war in Ukraine via voice notes.

Heavyweight Jeamie TKV and his father share a most fascinating family story shaped by poisoning, plots and presidents.

ASI Group is redefining wealth creation in South Africa by establishing a future where capital fuels conscience-driven progress, and ownership is a collective journey.

Drivers who lose their licences under the new rules will have to go through rehabilitation before they can get back on the road.

Zuma’s appeal follows a judgment that found he was not entitled to taxpayers’ funded legal support

The one-day meeting is expected to discuss preparations for the party’s 5th National General Council

The President says South Africa remained committed to engaging with the US in respectful dialogue.

Ramaphosa expresses deep gratitude to all those who contributed to making SA’s G20 Summit a success

Here are the updated and final World Rugby rankings after the Springboks thrashed Wales to finish the year at the summit.

Riveiro will get a warm welcome.

Match of the Day pundit Alan Shearer says that Alexander Isak is showing positive signs but still needs to work on his connection with his Liverpool team-mates.

Match of the Day pundit Micah Richards analyses how Reece James produced a “sensational” midfield performance to help 10-man Chelsea hold Premier League leaders Arsenal to a 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge.

Advocacy group tells education secretary ‘working smarter’ can protect staff wellbeing and help students

Campaigners have urged the government to pilot four-day working weeks in schools in England and Wales saying it would boost teacher wellbeing, retention and recruitment rates.

The 4 Day Week Foundation has written to the education secretary calling for greater autonomy for schools to pilot...

An ill-timed, five-week cycle for SASSA Old-Age Grants for December 2025 will put tremendous strain on beneficiaries …

A TikToker has shared a ‘hack’ on how to survive the December festivities with just R300. Take a look at this viral video…

South Africa has made another flex, after it secured a top spot on the ‘sexiest accents of the world’ list…

Womens’ Boks material? Siya Kolisi’s rumoured partner Rachel John has shown off her impressive rugby skills…

SA airlines move early and ‘sorted out the glitch’.

Over 1 000 children die in 18 months as leaders stall on maternal support.

The hybrid player said the Springboks had targeted top place all season, and would now reap the benefits.

Cobus Reinach described his 50th Test milestone as ‘unreal’, saying he would ‘always be thankful’.

The holidays are around the corner, and we’re here to make sure you don’t spend them in queues, in chaos, or in credit card debt.

Number plate recognition technology will soon help combat car theft in South Africa in a new way.

The grocery delivery market in South Africa has grown tremendously in the last few years as the online shopping market has boomed.

Germany is urging the EU to relax its ban on combustion engine vehicles to protect its struggling car industry.

It is legal for homeowners’ associations in estates in South Africa to fine residents for speeding and other traffic violations committed by visitors and delivery people.

One company in South Africa has repaired more than 320,000 potholes in Johannesburg.

Russell T Davies says misinformation about the virus made him “despair”.

Deputy mayor Ceri Cawley plans to start a support group for women with endometriosis.