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Geordin Hill-Lewis keeps DA leadership plans close to his chest
The Mayor of Cape Town says he has been approached by many within the DA to stand for the position of leader in the upcoming elective congress.
THURSDAY, 05 FEBRUARY 2026, 15:41

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The Mayor of Cape Town says he has been approached by many within the DA to stand for the position of leader in the upcoming elective congress.

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Discover the top luxury safari lodges in the Eastern Cape. Explore Shamwari, Lalibela and Kariega for an unforgettable wildlife adventure.

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The top detective investigating the tanker collision says there were early signs of gross negligence from Vladimir Motin

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Wimbledon’s women champions, from historic legends to modern stars, define excellence on the sport’s most iconic grass courts.

South Africa
NSFAS has approved 660 000 students for funding in 2026, with 13 000 applications rejected.

South Africa
Tenants operating from the Joshco-owned commercial spaces owe the city millions.

South Africa
Preliminary reports suggest the truck had worn out tyres.
South Africa
Limpopo estimates R10bn needed for flood recovery
Limpopo Premier, Dr Phophi Ramathuba, says preliminary assessments indicate that the province may require close to R10 billion for comprehensive recovery efforts following the recent floods.
The provincial government has allocated R800 million towards recovery while it awaits a response from the National Disaster Management...

World
Ski mountaineering will make its Olympic debut this year, the first winter sport to do so since 2002. Skeleton, luge, ski jumping and moguls are also getting new events.

World
As Nigeria battles multiple security crises, a single attack in the west left more than 160 people dead and raises new questions about who’s really in control.
World
As countries step up their use of internet shutdowns to muzzle dissent, some are also taking advantage of the blackouts to increase censorship firewalls, internet privacy company Proton warned in an interview with AFP.

World
President Trump’s focus overseas may spare China for now, but Beijing still worries that his “America First” rhetoric hasn’t softened what it calls U.S. “military adventurism.”

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

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

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

Africa
The 53-year-old, once widely seen as the second most powerful person in Libya, was killed by “our unknown gunmen”.

Business
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

Business
179,000 households meet the Department for Communities’ fuel poverty criteria, spending at least 10% of their income to cover domestic energy bills.
Business

Business
The sale of four properties in Hatfield have been given the go-ahead by the Competition Commission.

Politics
Carrim must appear before the commission tomorrow after Judge Fisher struck his case off with costs.

Politics
EFF leader Julius Malema to request for the Ad Hoc Committee to be extended.

Politics
Rachel Matjeng is responsible for Criminal Record , Crime Scene Management at the SAPS Forensic dept

Politics
President Cyril Ramaphosa is visiting the SARS Head Office in Pretoria.

Sport
Hull KR’s treble-winning head coach Willie Peters says while he is yet to speak to anyone it would “be a privilege” to be England’s head coach at this year’s World Cup.

Sport
British number two Sonay Kartal suffers a 6-0 6-2 defeat by Sara Bejlek in the Abu Dhabi Open quarter-finals.

Sport
A wide-ranging review of rugby league has suggested moving the Challenge Cup final away from its historic home at Wembley.

Sport
A women’s ice hockey match at the 2026 Winter Olympics was postponed on the morning of the fixture after one of the teams suffered an outbreak of norovirus.
Education
[New Dawn] Buchanan, Grand Bassa County -February 5, 2026: In a quiet coastal city far from the bustle of Monrovia, Liberia’s judges gathered for something that had not happened in more than a decade: a week-long judicial training designed to strengthen competence, accountability, and access to justice.
Education
[Ghanaian Times] PRESIDENT John Dramani Mahama has directed the National Investigation Bureau (NIB) to conduct a full-scale probe into allegations of improper practices in the award of government overseas scholarship.
Education
The administration took a crowbar to a site that focused on George Washington and slavery. But can the contradictions of the Founding Era be erased?
Education
[GroundUp] Parents say they were not consulted before 75 learners were transferred from Elshaddai Learning Academy to Lee Rand High School

Lifestyle
Craig David is in the Maldives, taking time to write new music and enjoy the Indian Ocean.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
A seismic event, possibly an earthquake, was reported in parts of Johannesburg on Wednesday evening. Here’s what we know so far…

Entertainment
The DBE reported that 630 227 pupils require transport, while 740 993 are receiving it, with 67 073 listed as not transported nationally

Entertainment
The controversy has unsettled markets and intensified doubts about Starmer’s political judgement.

Entertainment
Toyota maintained a commanding lead, selling 92 997 passenger vehicles and 51 005 light commercial vehicles during 2025.

Entertainment
The charges include marriage fraud conspiracy, marriage fraud and bribery conspiracy.

Science/Tech
Digital payments are the foundation of the industry’s push to modernise operations, unlock data and integrate transport systems.

Science/Tech
We tested some of the most popular automatic dry- and wet-food pet feeders to see which ones are worth the money.

Science/Tech
The Competition Commission has approved a proposed acquisition of a local software development and consulting firm by Datamine Africa.

Science/Tech
Employers fund costly retraining as South African tech graduates arrive unprepared for modern, high-demand digital roles.
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
South Africans can enjoy a new international travel destination thanks to Airlink.

Motoring
Bramfield Developments is set to launch a new showroom in Ballito this year, offering dealerships an excellent chance to expand their networks.

Health
Joe founded Dad’s War Room to support men struggling with mental health through tabletop gaming.
Health
The company’s data will be essential for many states to comply with new work requirements for the health insurance program that take effect next year.
Health
The announcement followed a similar recommendation from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. But other medical groups argued for a more personalized approach.
Health
The Trump administration announced that the company, a pharmacy benefit manager, had agreed to make significant changes to its practices.