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Road deaths down 5% over holiday season, but some provinces fare worse
Gauteng, the Western Cape, Mpumalanga and Northern Cape noted increases in deaths
THURSDAY, 15 JANUARY 2026, 12:18

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Gauteng, the Western Cape, Mpumalanga and Northern Cape noted increases in deaths

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The mining sector could be one of the biggest drivers of economic growth and employment in South Africa, but the country is wasting this golden opportunity.

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Opposition is mounting against the South African government for its alleged failure to be consistent in its activism for human rights on the global stage.
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The television show host, satirist and comedian is also nominated for a Grammy Award this year for his audio narration of his children’s book ‘Into the Uncut Grass’.
South Africa
Government plans to amend legislation on driving and drinking policy
The Department of Transport will embark on a process to amend Section 65 of the National Road Traffic Act (NRTA) to scrap the legal alcohol consumption limit in the country.
Currently, the law makes it a criminal offense to exceed the limit of 0.05g/100ml concentration of alcohol in blood or 0.24mg/1000ml breath...
South Africa
We talked to experts in obesity, tobacco, artificial intelligence, HIV, TB and the NHI to find out what we can expect – and what we can’t – this year.
South Africa
Festive season stats show a 5% reduction in fatal crashes
Preliminary data from the 2025/26 Festive Season Road Safety Campaign indicates a five percent reduction in both fatalities and crashes when compared to the same period last year.
“This year, a total of 1 427 fatalities were recorded from 1 172 crashes this year. The data shows that the 2025/26 festive season recorded the...
South Africa
Claims of out-of-province recruitments for farming learnership false, says dept
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has expressed concern at an audio recording circulating on various social media platforms.
This recording falsely claims that the department has recruited individuals from other provinces for a learnership programme at the Kgora Farmers...

World
Ugandans are voting in a tense presidential election as 81-year-old President Yoweri Museveni seeks to extend his four-decade rule amid an internet shutdown and heavy military deployment.

World
Presidents James Monroe and Theodore Roosevelt helped shape a policy that rationalizes U.S. intervention in Latin America and elsewhere. But Trump has brought that idea to a whole new level.

World
After meeting with President Trump’s top aides, Danish officials say they will form a working group to talk through U.S. security concerns about control of Greenland.

World
Freddy Guevara, former vice president of the Venezuelan Parliament and a member of the Venezuelan opposition, talks about what’s next for his country.

Africa
The government in Mogadishu has accused the UAE of undermining its sovereignty.

Africa
The election is a rematch between Bobi Wine and Yoweri Museveni, who has been president for 40 years.

Africa
Burkina Faso sack coach Brama Traore after their last-16 exit at Afcon 2025, while 10 high-ranking members of Mali’s football federation resign.

Africa
This follows comments by a presidential assistant that Bobi Wine would not be declared president, even if he wins.
Business

Business
Johann Rupert-controlled Richemont has seen a double-digit rise in sales in the final months of 2025.
Business
Business
Politics
All eyes will be on Dumisani Khumalo when he comes before Parliament’s ad hoc committee, an appearance expected to test both his account of events and the committee’s appetite for accountability.

Politics
Phahlane is testifying before the Ad Hoc Committee.

Politics
Phahlane was speaking at Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee hearings in Cape Town.

Politics
Mbalula says that the ANC in the province is working hard to address the future of the GPU.

Sport
A rising Kaizer Chiefs star has been sent out on loan where he’ll link up with a player from rivals Orlando Pirates.

Sport
The Stormers are continuing to lead the way for the South African domestic teams, while also making important player signings.

Sport
Dan Malesela says Flavio Da Silva is not the perfect player to lead Kaizer Chiefs upfront. He feels a new top striker is needed.

Sport
Skukuza Golf Club, situated within the Kruger Park, has been closed as heavy rainfall and flooding continue to affect the area.
Education
The hearing on Thursday followed up on the court’s sweeping finding in September that noncitizen students had the same free speech rights as citizens.
Education
Harvard still dominates, though it fell to No. 3 on a list measuring academic output. Other American universities are falling farther behind their global peers.
Education
[SAnews.gov.za] The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has encouraged learners across the country to approach the 2026 school year with renewed focus, discipline and a commitment to academic excellence.
Education
[SAnews.gov.za] Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister, Dr Nomusa Dube-Ncube, has urged learners to take responsibility for their education and actively shape their future.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Here are 10 sure signs that you’ll know I have won Friday, 16 January’s eye-watering R165 million PowerBall jackpot.

Lifestyle
Heading to South Africa? You can now use an AI-powered travel planner to help you plan your trip accordingly. Let’s meet Siyanda…

Lifestyle
TV presenter Nicole Hellinger-Bosman’s Franschhoek family guest farm tragically burned down in the wildfires last week…

Entertainment
The closure of BAT threatens approximately 230 jobs in Lesedi Municipality.

Entertainment
5% drop in road deaths marks lowest crash rate in five years, but alcohol-related incidents surge by 144%

Entertainment
The protests, which began over soaring inflation, are now calling for an end to the clerical rule of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Entertainment
Matlala held repeated meetings with the bank and bankers joined him for a site visit and tour of the cargo terminal.

Science/Tech
Solar parks and grid-scale batteries are set to deliver significant new capacity to South Africa’s grid in 2026.

Science/Tech
Eskom’s sales are expected to continue to decline as residents and businesses take control of their own power supply.
Science/Tech
Google’s A.I. assistant, Gemini, can create a to-do list based on recent emails, among other new tricks. There are implications for your privacy.

Science/Tech
Breathe easier with these discounts on one of WIRED’s favorite air purifier brands, including an option for large rooms.

Motoring
Mahindra cemented itself as one of South Africa’s fastest-growing car brands with a record-breaking year in 2025.

Motoring
The Department of Transport has received backlash over a proposal to hike driver’s licence renewal fees to generate additional revenue.

Motoring
Mercedes-Benz is falling behind BMW in the electric car race.

Motoring
South African motorists looking for affordable SUVs have a variety of options.
Health
Infant heart transplants are extraordinarily rare. A Times health journalist donned scrubs and witnessed how the surgery unfolded.
Health
Our Ask the Therapist columnist, Lori Gottlieb, advises a reader who wants to help a struggling pal but is growing frustrated.

Health
Nurses union says long waits and corridor care having a devastating impact on paitents.

Health
West Yorkshire Trading Standards says it receives a “high number of allergen complaints”.