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The Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has kept interest rates unchanged. The repo rate will stay at 6.75% and the prime lending rate at 10.25%.

Central bank holds firm as new risks emerge

Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero urged against politicising service delivery during an election year, before a no-confidence motion against him by the Al Jama-ah party, amid continued waste collection issues in the city.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has ordered the formation of a task team to investigate police misconduct revealed by the Madlanga commission, with acting police minister Firoz Cachalia and national commissioner Gen Fannie Masemola leading the effort.

The incident allegedly occurred last year November and a case was opened this week.

Many people have been left homeless, bridges and roads damaged in Vhembe, Mopani and Sekhukhune

Altogether 26 of these learners were brought to the school in uniforms.  

The collaboration works in which Microsoft provides key information around Artificial Intelligence.

A mayor in the Philippines has survived a rocket launcher attack on his vehicle in broad daylight.

Africa’s soccer body issued fines worth more than $1 million and banned Senegal’s coach and Senegalese and Morocco players Wednesday following a shambolic African Cup soccer final this month.

A Palestinian man and his Israeli friend are dedicating themselves to a peaceful coexistence in the aftermath of the devastating war in Gaza.

Passengers received a text message about the cancellation of flights, citing “unforeseen circumstances”.

Prosecutors allege Diezani Alison-Madueke was given “a life of luxury” in the UK by people interested in Nigerian government contracts.

Ghana’s foreign minister says the influencer is a “worthy ambassador”, but some Ghanaians criticised the move.

The African nation argues it is owed payments but the Home Office says it will fight the case.

Broll Auctions and Sales’ first auction of 2026 in February features a national line-up of assets for all investor types, illustrating the resilience and diversity of South Africa’s property market.

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Monetary Policy Committee has voted to hold South Africa’s interest rates.

Premier Foods has received the go-ahead from the Competition Commission to acquire RFG, subject to conditions.

Joburg Mayor Dada Morero says there are signs of improved service delivery under his leadership

Senona continues to face cross-examination before the Madlanga Commission.

Hlungwani says he was removed because he didn’t want the Secret Service Account funds to be used

Hlungwani says he was removed because he didn’t want the Secret Service Account funds to be used

Aryna Sabalenka will face Elena Rybakina in the Australian Open final after the world number one beat Elina Svitolina 6-2 6-3, despite being called for hindrance by umpire Louise Azemar Engzell for grunting during a rally.

Orlando Pirates legend Happy Jele says this is the perfect season for the Buccaneers to make history by winning a quadruple.

Hibernian sign winger Owen Elding from League of Ireland Premier Division side Sligo Rovers for an undisclosed fee.

Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill says it “would certainly be nice” for the injured Conor Bradley to still be a part of the squad for their 2026 World Cup play-offs against Italy in March.

Woolworths has warned the public against falling prey to multiple Facebook scams about a fake meat box promotion…

German prosecutors opened their investigation in 2021 and have been working with investigators from France and Luxembourg.

The Bulls say they have learned much since their six-try defeat against the Lions at home in November.

The project’s return revives hopes of energy revenue while reigniting concerns over security, climate impact and accountability.

Controversial documentary Melania: Twenty Days to History has been pulled from theatres in South Africa.

In a world described as fractured and fragile, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has chosen the path of unwavering caution, holding the repo rate steady at 6.75% in a high-stakes decision that pits resilient domestic progress against a tidal wave of global uncertainty. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), in its first meeting of 2026, […]

Warm fingers mean more fun for all, so WIRED tested the best ski gloves and mittens for every condition.

More and more South Africans are opting to buy pre-owned vehicles as household budgets are stretched thin.

Lepas and iCaur have revealed the list of cars they are bringing to South Africa this year, and when we can expect to see them.

The South African Guild of Mobility Journalists has announced the finalists for the 2026 Car of the Year competition.

Peter Dervin says he warned Broomfield Hospital staff not to leave his son alone before fatal fall.

Elaine Gracey was in a lot of pain but says she was expected to just put up with her menopausal symptoms.