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It’s out with the old and in with a confident return-to-work style reset.

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Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer have emerged as the front runners to become Manchester United’s caretaker manager until the end of the season.

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Despite recent reform successes and positive indicators, South Africa needs to do significantly more to turn its economy around.

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The appointment of Andy Mothibi as the new NPA head has been met with mixed reactions from various political parties. While the ANC’s justice committee welcomed the move for restoring confidence in the justice system, the DA criticised the decision.

South Africa
The cause of the fire that started on Monday is yet to be established.
South Africa
None of the cramps and jellyfish stings hurt world record swimmer Howard Warrington as much as having to abandon his maiden attempt at the False Bay Crossing, in a bid to raise funds for the Cape of Good Hope SPCA. But he is determined to go back and complete the crossing, and continue raising funds for the animal welfare organisation.

South Africa
The fire is still active on the western flank, the farming area adjacent to Aalwyndal.

South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced Andy Mothibi’s appointment on Tuesday.

World
The New Year’s Eve fire at a bar in Crans-Montana killed 40 people and injured 116.
World
The United Nations on Wednesday said decades of discrimination and segregation of Palestinians by Israel in the West Bank were intensifying, and called on the country to end its “apartheid system”.

World
Crude prices are low. Companies are being cautious. But huge reserves — particularly of the heavy, viscous oil Venezuela has in abundance — remain appealing.

World
European leaders who gathered in Paris Tuesday to discuss a security plan for Ukraine expressed their concerns about President Trump’s comments on seeking an American takeover of Greenland.

Africa
At least 13 people, including eight children, have been killed in the strike in el-Obeid city, medics say.

Africa
About 85 Ethiopian migrants were trying to leave the country when the accident occurred, authorities say.

Africa
The main opposition coalition boycotted the vote after a referendum allowed the removal of term limits.

Africa
With tens of thousands of cases waiting to be heard, some people have to wait four years for their trials to start.

Business
Saai and Agri All Africa Chairman Theo de Jager says the current foot-and-mouth outbreak is the worst livestock farming disaster in South African history.
Business

Business
Knysna’s water supply has reached a critical stage, with the municipality warning that it only has 13 days of water remaining in the system to meet current consumption levels.
Business

Politics
President Ramaphosa is adamant that Mothibi has distinguished himself as an outstanding SIU head.

Politics
Ramagopa accompanied the party’s President, Cyril Ramaphosa, to a fundraising golf game in Sun City.

Politics
The NFP suspended its KZN Chairperson for not supporting a no-confidence motion against Thami Ntuli

Politics
Ramaphosa will start with golf in Sun City, then lead a door-to-door campaign at Seraleng village

Sport
Eben Etzebeth extended his record as the most capped Springbok of all time to 141 matches in South Africa’s final Test of 2025 against Wales.

Sport
Gary O’Neil is appointed Strasbourg manager after Liam Rosenior left the French Ligue 1 side to join Chelsea earlier this week.

Sport
Lions flank Ruan Venter is the latest player to receive a significant ban for a dangerous tackle following the most recent round of the URC.

Sport
Orlando Pirates made a staggering 12 new signings before the start of the season. How has each of them fared?
Education
After 15 years teaching a class about sex, the most popular course at the University of Washington, this professor shares her most important takeaways.
Education
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Veteran trade unionist Wilson Sossion has called for a continuous review of the Competency Based Education (CBE) pathways to ensure they remain relevant to learners and aligned with the country’s socio-economic needs.
Education
[Liberian Investigator] – A report by The Liberian Investigator has prompted concrete action in Bong County, leading to the renovation of the Gbarnga Central School of the Deaf, the county’s only institution dedicated to educating children with hearing impairments.

Education
Schools say they are spending thousands on vape detectors as pupils struggle with addiction.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Hordes of South African holidaymakers are heading over the border to visit these popular destinations. Here’s why!

Lifestyle
NSFAS has revealed that a record number of students have applied for financial aid for the 2026 South African academic year.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Kenneth Meshoe says the international community should have acted when the US first complained about drug trafficking in Venezuela.

Entertainment
Try this delicious recipe of the day: buttermilk chicken wings with two tasty dairy dips for the ultimate flavour experience.

Entertainment
In a social media vlog promoting knowledge, Dr Malusi Knowledge Gigaba shared a personal list of books shaping revolutionary political thoughts.

Entertainment
The Department of Transport has been ordered to re-advertise the bid.

Science/Tech
Based on years of testing with our cats, these are our favorite WIRED-approved, techy cat toys and furniture.

Science/Tech
The software development academy announces appointment of new CEO Ashmita Singh, with former CEO Nyari Samushonga stepping into the role of executive chairperson.

Science/Tech
Starting an online casino sounds exciting until reality kicks in. It’s not just picking games and designing a slick homepage. It’s dealing with red tape, tech demands, and a parade of vendors who don’t always sync. The entire process is time-consuming, drains budgets, and quickly tests your patience. Which is why DSTGAMING offers a better […]

Science/Tech
MyBroadband tested rechargeable lithium AA batteries, and found them to be good value when the consistent output voltage and reusability is considered.
Motoring

Motoring
Insurance companies can employ several tactics to reject a claim if they suspect the individual was driving under the influence.

Motoring
BMW has officially taken control of Alpina, launching it as a standalone brand under the BMW Group.

Motoring
Toyota’s luxury brand Lexus saw a record year for sales, with supply for its Prado-based SUV struggling to keep up with demand.
Health
Backers claim the tests can predict a child’s risk of autism using a strand of hair or a mother’s blood, but critics say they are not ready for the market.

Health
The overhaul is the latest in a host of sweeping changes made under the Trump administration by health secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr.
Health
Federal health officials now recommend that children be routinely inoculated against 11 diseases, not 17, citing standards in other wealthy nations.

Health
The doctor was working at the Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth when the incidents happened.