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Kenya seeks $825m in IPO of state oil pipeline firm
The sale is part of President William Ruto’s drive to divest from state firms

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Djokovic serves up masterclass in 100th Australian Open win
Novak Djokovic delivers a serving masterclass in his 100th Australian Open victory – a straight-set first-round win over Spain’s Pedro Martinez.

Top Stories
South Africans are falling into a trap
Lifestyle pressure and easy access to credit are pushing young South Africans into bad debt, which can lead to long-term financial strain, damaged credit records and delayed wealth creation.
South Africa
DHET shifts to Central Application Service for 2026 academic year
DHET shifts to Central Application Service for 2026 academic year
The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) has announced that the Central Application Clearing House (CACH) will not be implemented for the 2026 academic year for the Class of 2025 and beyond.
In a statement issued on Monday, the department said the decision forms part of a broader reform of the...
South Africa
Basic Education Minister saddened by fatal scholar transport accident
Basic Education Minister saddened by fatal scholar transport accident
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has expressed deep sadness following a tragic motor vehicle accident that occurred on Monday morning, involving a vehicle transporting learners to school, in which several learners lost their lives.
The Minister extended her heartfelt condolences to the families, friends,...

South Africa
‘Deadly Vaal scholar transport crash highlights national crisis’
Mayor Radebe says pressure on drivers to meet tight schedules is contributing to reckless driving.

South Africa
Eight suspects in Gauteng to face court today for kidnapping a man
A 43-year-old man was abducted while travelling with his wife and held at a hostel in Soweto.

World
Spain train crash survivors describe ‘absolutely terrifying’ scene
Passengers recount the moment two trains collided between Málaga and Madrid on Sunday evening.

World
At least 39 dead in Spain train collision
At least 39 people were killed in a high-speed train collision in southern Spain Sunday, police said. Efforts to recover the bodies are continuing, and the death toll is likely to rise.

World
Trump links Greenland dispute to not getting Nobel Peace Prize
The US president says he no longer feels obliged to think only of peace, after not being awarded the annual prize.

World
What we know about the Spain train crash
At least 39 people have died in what local officials are calling Spain’s worst rail crash in more than a decade.

Africa
South African team helps search for politician swept away by Mozambique floodwaters
Mozambique President Daniel Chapo cancels a trip to Davos due to severe floods in the country

Africa
Thirteen school pupils in South Africa die after bus collides with lorry
The fatal collision is just the latest in South Africa, where the road safety record is poor.

Africa
Ecstasy and now a day off – Senegal fans around the world celebrate Afcon win
Senegal supporters have been partying after their team grabbed a dramatic 1-0 win over Morocco.

Africa
What a seventh term for 81-year-old leader means for Uganda
Yoweri Museveni has won a record seventh term in elections after promising that the fledgling oil sector will boost the economy.

Business
Andre de Ruyter is back home with a new job
Former Eskom CEO Andre de Ruyter has returned to South Africa and is working within the renewable energy sector.

Business
Are we getting more savvy about our credit scores?
With lenders using credit scores to decide everything from phone contracts to car finance, experts say understanding how it works could make a meaningful difference.

Business
R370 million national shutdown in South Africa
The police ministry has revealed that the attempted ‘national shutdown’ in 2023 cost the country R370 million in additional operational costs.
Business

Politics
Ad Hoc Committee gets update on efforts to secure Mogotsi appearance
Mogotsi has raised concerns about his legal representation and personal security.

Politics
Khumalo, co-accused turn themselves in at Katlehong Police
Xolani Khumalo and his co-accused hands themselves at the Katlehong police station in Ekurhuleni

Politics
ActionSA, DA call for probe into SANDF ‘defying’ Ramaphosa orders
ActionSA, DA call for investigation into reports that SANDF officials defied Ramaphosa’s orders

Politics
Rise Mzansi backs Treasury’s extension for online gambling tax
Rise Mzansi backs Treasury’s decision to extend deadline for public comment on online gambling tax

Sport
Rashford scores but Barcelona suffer shock defeat
La Liga leaders Barcelona suffer a shock defeat by Real Sociedad despite a goal from substitute Marcus Rashford.

Sport
Keenan takes step towards return from injury
Hugo Keenan will not see action for Leinster United Rugby Championship game against Connacht in Galway on Saturday [17:30 GMT] but the news is positive for the Ireland international, who is battling back from injury.

Sport
Orlando Pirates fans can’t get enough of this concept kit design
An Orlando Pirates FC concept third-kit design is trending on social media. Take a look at the pictures of it below.

Sport
Pioneering ref Cox to retire from international rugby
Sara Cox, the world’s first professional female rugby union referee, is to retire from international officiating.

Education
Hundreds of university staff to vote on strike action
Strathclyde University said last month that it planned to cut almost 80 jobs to try to save £35m.
Education
Nigeria: Bayelsa Engages Media in Education Funding
[Leadership] Amid growing public concern over education funding and accountability, the Bayelsa State Educational Trust Fund (EDTF) has moved to strengthen transparency by engaging the media as a critical bridge between the board and the public.
Education
Search of Reporter’s Home Tests Law With Roots in a Campus Paper’s Suit
The Stanford Daily lost a 1978 Supreme Court case over the search of its newsroom. But a bipartisan backlash prompted a federal law protecting journalists.
Education
Donald Trump’s Middle Finger at the Ford Factory in Michigan
The president doesn’t have ideals. Just enemies.

Lifestyle
‘Thomas Sithole’: Saffas convinced teen’s spirit is ‘fighting for justice’ [video]
South Africans believe US psychic Kandis Starr – whose comments about Joslin Smith went viral – has contacted the ‘spirit’ of Thomas Sithole.

Lifestyle
Rare MARLIN spotted in Western Cape waters – PHOTO
If you gaze up to the skies over the Western Cape coastline, there’s an excellent chance you’ll spot Jean Tresfon flying overhead.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Multiple kidnappers arrested after man abducted while driving with wife
Gauteng recorded more than 2 500 kidnapping cases in July to September last year.

Entertainment
Top 15: Best-selling Chinese vehicle in South Africa for 2025 is…
Great Wall Motors celebrated 18 years in South Africa by retaining its position as the country’s best-selling Chinese vehicle brand of 2025.

Entertainment
Morero under fire for broken promise to keep Joburg clean and safe after G20
Political parties have used the deteriorations of the Johannesburg CBD to highlight the ANC’s failures

Entertainment
Sanral board term extended … again
Outa says this is negative for governance at the roads agency.

Science/Tech
Important South African project delayed for 15 years while citizens and companies suffer
Communications minister Solly Malatsi has provided an update on the analogue switch-off, which is over 14 years past its initial deadline.

Science/Tech
Are DJI Drones Still Banned? (2026)
Can you still buy a DJI drone in the US? (Yes.) Will you be able to buy future drones? (Maybe.) Here are the current DJI dos and don’ts.

Science/Tech
The future of SA’s digital backbone starts with success in education
The Telkom Foundation and the Gauteng Department of Education have framed their partnership around academic outcomes and the skills pipeline required for South Africa’s future digital economy.

Science/Tech
Beyond the hype: trust is the first step to generative AI ROI
Organisations achieve ROI by embedding governance, explainability and trusted frameworks early on, says SAS.
Motoring

Motoring
Big question hanging over South Africa’s new driver’s licence cards
The Department of Transport is still waiting for cabinet approval to produce driver’s licences through an agreement with Home Affairs.

Motoring
Hidden danger on South Africa’s roads
Unroadworthy vehicles on South Africa’s roads can have an impact on the severity of crashes.

Motoring
Honda Elevate – Elevate your everyday from R3,899 per month
The Honda Elevate is the ultimate compact SUV in South Africa, and is priced from just R3,899 per month.

Health
NHS trust used charity funds for ‘leaving event’
Bosses, in a post to staff, say in hindsight, it was not a good use of charitable funds.

Health
Trial launched to ‘help spot health risks early’
A pilot scheme is rolled out in the north of the Isle of Man by the public health directorate.

Health
Blue Monday: Why it’s a ‘load of rubbish’
The myth of ‘the most depressing day of the year’ won’t die – but does it actually do any harm?

Health
I’m allergic to cold – anything below 12C and I break out in hives
Amber breaks out in hives if the temperature goes below 12C (53F) and wishes for a “normal life”.