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AFCON 2025: Who are the leading goalscorers?
This year’s AFCON tournament is drawing to a close, and while teams are eager to lift the trophy, attackers want the Golden Boot.

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X to comply with UK law over Grok deepfakes, Starmer says
The prime minister says he’s been told Elon Musk’s X is taking steps to make it’s in “full compliance with UK law.”

South Africa
Foot and mouth to be declared a state of disaster: Steenhuisen
The Minister says there are vaccines currently circulating in the country

South Africa
Endlovini 2022 mass shooting suspects get long sentences
One accused gets 75 years’ imprisonment, while the other received a life sentence.

South Africa
Children can’t be taught on empty stomachs: Gwarube
Gwarube said that R10 billion has been allocated to the nutrition programme.
South Africa
News24 | ‘To God be the glory’: Mitchells Plain teen who sold R2 sweets achieves bachelor’s pass
Mitchells Plain matric pupil Rudolph Lekay, whose story captured the hearts of South Africans last year when he woke up at 04:00 to sell sweets at a taxi and bus terminal to fund his own matric ball, has capped off the year with another milestone.

World
‘Grim scene’: BBC on site after crane collapses on train in Thailand
Correspondent Jonathan Head says the ‘devastating’ accident is an enormous setback for Thailand’s efforts to modernise its infrastructure.

World
Russian doctors arrested after 9 babies die in maternity hospital
The newborns died during the long New Year holiday in a Siberian hospital.
World
News24 | Israel kills 6 in Gaza, as UN rapporteur Albanese slams ‘hellish’ storm impact
The Israeli military said it had killed six militants in an updated toll from an exchange of fire in Gaza the day before, accusing them of violating the ceasefire in the territory.

World
The death toll from a crackdown on protests in Iran jumps to over 2,500, activists say
The death toll from nationwide protests in Iran has surpassed 2,500, activists said, as Iranians made phone calls abroad for the first time in days Tuesday.

Africa
Uganda election chief says he has had threats over results declaration
This follows comments by a presidential assistant that Bobi Wine would not be declared president, even if he wins.

Africa
‘Welcome to 2976’ – North Africa’s Amazigh people ring in the new year
The Amazigh calendar places them almost a thousand years ahead of much of the rest of the world.

Africa
Uganda imposes an internet blackout ahead of Thursday’s election
The communications authority says the suspension is aimed at preventing misinformation and violence.

Africa
Operation against Nigerian kidnapping gang kills ‘200 bandits’ – official tells BBC
The offensive is in the central state of Kogi, where the bandits have recently become more active.

Business
South Africans to pay for R76 billion mistake
Electricity consumers face another sharp tariff shock if proposals now before the energy regulator are approved.

Business
Dark times ahead for an important South African industry
Many experts have warned that the foot-and-mouth disease is out of control in South Africa and that it poses an existential threat to many livestock farmers.

Business
Tax return warning for over 500,000 taxpayers in South Africa
These taxpayers are warned that the 2026 provisional tax deadline is fast approaching, with the risk of penalties and interest if they fail to meet their obligations.

Business
Chancellor ‘particularly concerned’ about pub business rates
Chancellor hints there will not be more support for other hospitality businesses to soften the impact of rate rises.

Politics
National Assembly passes Special Appropriation Bill for Health Dept
Health Department requested more funding after Trump administration withdrew PEPFAR funding.
Politics
News24 | Coalition crisis in KZN: DA seeks urgent audience with NFP
The DA in KwaZulu-Natal has requested an audience with the National Freedom Party following its departure from the provincial unity government.
Politics
News24 | DA takes McKenzie to Public Protector over his withdrawal of SA’s Biennale submission
The DA has taken Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie to Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka after he withdrew a pro-Gaza art submission to the 61st Venice Biennale.

Politics
MK Party removes Treasurer-General and Chief Whip
Makhubele was removed as Chief Whip with immediate effect.

Sport
Schoolboy prodigy trains with Stormers
One of the most highly-rated young rugby talents in South Africa has begun training with the Stormers after signing his first pro contract.

Sport
Russell demands Bath improvement for Europe title tilt
Bath fly-half Finn Russell warns his team they need to improve quickly if they are to realise his dream of winning the Champions Cup.

Sport
Ulster sign second row Snyman from Benetton
Ulster confirms the signing of Zimbabwean second row Eli Snyman on a two-year deal.

Sport
Manchester City sign USA midfielder Coffey
Manchester City have signed United States midfielder Sam Coffey from Portland Thorns on a three-and-a-half-year contract.
Education
Nigeria: Rotary District 9111 Organises Skills Acquisition Training
[This Day] Rotary International District 9111 under the visionary leadership of the District Governor, Rtn Prince Henry Akinyele is set for its annual vocational training aim to empower the youths in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
Education
Nigeria: 27 Students Advance to Semi-Finals in N35m Interswitch Competition
[This Day] A total of 27 students have advanced to the semi-finals, where they will compete in the N35 million national science school competition organised by Interswitch.
Education
South Africa: Justice Minister to Engage Learners On Bullying, Consent
[SAnews.gov.za] Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, is expected to engage learners and teachers as part of the annual Back-to-School campaign, with a focus on anti-bullying and statutory rape awareness.
Education
South Africa: Nzimande Leads Back-to-School Oversight Visit in KZN As Schools Reopen
[SAnews.gov.za] As part of his District Development Model (DDM) mandate, Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande, will conduct an oversight visit to four schools in KwaZulu-Natal on 14 and 15 January 2026.
Lifestyle
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Lifestyle
Chinese Consulate donates R250 000 to Gauteng’s top-performing matrics
The Chinese Consulate in Johannesburg has donated a quarter of a million rand to Gauteng’s best-performing 2025 matric learners.

Entertainment
Singer Julio Iglesias accused of ‘human trafficking’ by former staff
Advocacy groups say the allegations describe coercion, control and long working hours at the singer’s overseas properties.
Entertainment

Entertainment
Cape Town dam levels slip further as summer demand persists
Major dams sitting at lower levels than they were this time last year.

Entertainment
Some visitors unable to leave Kruger National Park but animals doing mostly fine [VIDEOS]
SANParks confirmed that visitors to the lower Sabie of the Kruger National Park will not be able to leave until the water subsides.

Science/Tech
The company slashing petrol bills in South Africa
South Africa’s oldest and largest electric vehicle (EV) leasing and management fleet operator Everlectric is seeing increased demand for its offering and plans to radically expanding its model line-up in 2026.

Science/Tech
BNPL market hots up as Shoprite enters space
Buy now, pay later gives customers flexibility, but light regulatory oversight may ensure safe, responsible financial access.

Science/Tech
Senior government member denies lying about Starlink in South Africa
A senior member of Parliament responsible for the subcommittee on communications has explained why she believes Starlink should not be permitted to provide free Internet connectivity to rural schools.
Science/Tech
Never-Before-Seen Linux Malware Is ‘Far More Advanced Than Typical’
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: Researchers have discovered a never-before-seen framework that infects Linux machines with a wide assortment of modules that are notable for the range of advanced capabilities they provide to attackers. The framework, referred to as VoidLink by its source code, features more than 30 modules that can be used to customize capabilities to meet...

Motoring
The biggest winners and losers of 2025
Several new car brands rapidly increased their market share in South Africa in 2025, while other manufacturers saw a small dip in sales.
Motoring

Motoring
South Africa’s biggest airline is offering R370 flights
FlySafair is running a 30% discount on domestic flights for a limited time.

Motoring
Hyundai crash test sparks new vehicle safety concerns in South Africa
South Africans are calling for greater transparency regarding vehicle safety following the news that the Hyundai Grand i10 received a zero-star NCAP rating.

Health
‘It’s life-changing. I can see my child grow up’
Doctors say they have achieved the previously impossible – restoring sight and preventing blindness in people with a rare but dangerous eye conditon called hypotony.
Health
Initial Obamacare Enrollment Drops by 1.4 Million
That number could increase significantly as more consumers are faced with higher bills brought on by expiring premium subsidies.

Health
Is Dry January a good thing?
Dr May van Schalkwyk from the University of Edinburgh shares her thoughts with Drs Chris and Xand on What’s Up Docs?

Health
How going on The Traitors could have saved Amanda’s life
Medical checks for the show picked up contestant Amanda Collier’s heart condition.