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Bafana Bafana pocketed millions of Rands despite their elimination in the Round of 16 of the ongoing AFCON tournament.

SACP general secretary Solly Mapaila says the US is “a rogue state run by a moron” and that they will be marching to the US embassy on Thursday to protest against the arrest of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro and demand his immediate release.

This week has seen two case studies in how Europe is trying to bind the US into its future, writes the BBC’s political editor.

We can no longer afford to have media that is complacent and complicit in the reporting of injustices.

Madadzhe faked his mother’s death and claimed insurance money while she was still alive. 

The Wilderness Section of the Garden Route National Park has been closed after a boat fire incident

The appointment will be effective from the 1st of February 2026.

Fire crews and volunteers, aided by aerial water bombing, work to contain the Aalwyndaal fire.

Venezuela’s interim president sounded compliant after President Trump threatened her with a fate worse than that of overthrown and arrested Nicolás Maduro.

A coalition of 35 countries met to discuss Ukraine’s sovereignty if and when a peace agreement with Russia is reached. The meeting was overshadowed by worries about the U.S.’s interest in Greenland.

The BBC’s Cuba correspondent, Will Grant, explains what’s the nature of the relationship between Venezuela and Cuba.

BBC Mundo has spoken to Venezuelans in the country’s capital about the latest US military operation.

At least 13 people, including eight children, have been killed in the strike in el-Obeid city, medics say.

About 85 Ethiopian migrants were trying to leave the country when the accident occurred, authorities say.

The main opposition coalition boycotted the vote after a referendum allowed the removal of term limits.

With tens of thousands of cases waiting to be heard, some people have to wait four years for their trials to start.

The Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Tokyo is one of only a few locations worldwide that offers the ultimate Starbucks experience.

Fujitsu’s European boss defended the firm as it continues to profit from government contracts.

The PM says Labour needs to contrast its “renewal” of the country with Reform’s “grievance and division”.

Zuma’s briefing will be held at the Venezuelan embassy alongside Venezuela’s ambassador to SA.

The committee, probing allegations made by Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, adjourned last month.

Ramaphosa attended the SACP’s commemoration of Joe Slovo’s death.

The party condemns US attack on Venezuela and the arrest of President Maduro and Cilia Flores.

Jacob Bethell makes his first Ashes half-century in 87 balls on day four of the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney.

Mitchell Starc strikes in the first over yet again as Zak Crawley is trapped lbw for one, having made no attempt at playing a shot, to leave England 4-1 on day four of the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney.

Head coach Thomas Frank says Tottenham are “completely aligned” about the future as he faces pressure from fans to improve results.

Josh Tongue takes the wicket of Steve Smith, as the Australian batter is caught behind for 138 to leave his side on 544-8 with a lead of 160 runs on day four of the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney.

Members from five high-end Discovery Health plans owe the medical aid thousands of rands after benefits were paid incorrectly.

Amor Vittone is dating radio DJ and restauranteur Marius van Biljon, whose beauty queen wife Shannon, died less than six months ago…

Concerns over smelly and potential faecal contaminated tap water in parts of Johannesburg have now been eased.

Unpaid Mafoko security guards raise airport and national key point and public sector safety risks. DA, EFF and unions call for intervention.

The applicants said the move is not intended to block accountability but to ensure a fair and impartial process.

Officials urge residents to change disposal habits as blockages overwhelm the city’s network.

The new year comes with extra expenses for most South African families.

Pay-TV broadcasters, such as DStv, and streaming services, like Netflix, are facing a growing threat of piracy globally, including in South Africa.

Jaecoo recently launched a new SUV in South Africa that costs less than R350,000.

A South African airline has achieved an on-time score surpassing that of the world’s best air carriers.

Mahindra has revealed the new XUV 7XO, the latest iteration of its 7-seater SUV.

The overhaul is the latest in a host of sweeping changes made under the Trump administration by health secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr.

The doctor was working at the Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth when the incidents happened.

Soft drinks, chocolate, pizzas and ice creams will be targeted in the UK government’s plan.