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The rand has room to strengthen significantly in the year ahead, with December and January potentially seeing the local currency pierce the R17/USD mark again.

Two suspects are set to appear in Tembisa magistrate’s court for the murder of two Ivory Park police officers, Const Maselelo Arnaldo Montja and Sgt Matome Rapetswa, who were ambushed during a routine patrol.

Australia delay naming their side for the second Ashes Test against England, meaning captain Pat Cummins could make a shock return on Thursday.

Ekurhuleni metro police deputy chiefJulius Mkhwanazi will take the witness box at the Madlanga commission on Wednesday and must answer several allegations, including being implicated in a murder scene cover-up.

IPHC leader is expected to apply for bail in Specialised Commercial Crimes Court

In October, the South Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg granted Molefe bail of R400 000.

A case of conspiracy to commit murder has been registered. 

Lithuanian authorities accused Belarus of deliberate disruption after weather balloons directed at Vilnius Airport’s runways forced an 11-hour shutdown on Saturday.

More than 30,000 people with respiratory illnesses had to be hospitalised in Delhi between 2022 and 2024.

The Malaysian government says it will pay the robotics firm Ocean Infinity $70 million if it can locate the wreckage from the missing flight within a 55-day period.

The egg, which is set with 60 white diamonds and 15 blue sapphires, has not yet been recovered.

Known as “One Boss Lady”, Ethel Chisono Edwards has become known for her rants about the president.

His departure on health grounds coincides with a spate of mass abductions across the West African state.

Nigeria says it is sheltering Fernando Dias in its embassy in Bissau, citing an imminent threat to his life.

BBC Sport’s Ask Me Anything team looks at every Premier League player who has been confirmed to feature at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

On-demand delivery service TakealotNow has now been integrated into the Takealot App, as the group looks to expand the same-day delivery service.

The Department of Employment and Labour has gazetted the registration of the South African Domestic Service and Allied Workers Union (SADSAWU), officially recognising a trade union dedicated to domestic workers.

As it stands, Thames Water has sufficient cash to make it to the first quarter of next year.

Lookalike domain registrations have gone up from around 150 per month in 2024 to roughly 450 per month in 2025.

The witness on the stand today is Lieutenant General Hilda Khosi Senthumule..

Brigadier Mkhwanazi has been implicated in the Ekurhuleni Metro Police blue light saga.

There are also changes to the procedure of oral replies.

Mchunu, who’s been on special leave since July, will again appear before the commission on Thursday.

Mbekezeli Mbokazi has joined Chicago Fire this week but will the MLS-based side allow him to have one last dance with Pirates?

The Welsh Rugby Union will ask the four professional regions to release players for Wales training periods before next year’s Six Nations.

Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott has made just one Premier League start since moving on loan to Aston Villa in the summer – so what has gone wrong?

Eben Etzebeth may have to wait until Sunday to learn his fate following his alleged eye-gouge of Wales loose forward Alex Mann last Saturday.

When his book Notes on Being a Man was released last month, it raced to the top of the bestseller lists. The US author, tech entrepreneur and podcaster explains his theories on dating, crying – and the rise of Donald Trump

It takes balls to title your book Notes on Being a Man. And, superficially, Scott Galloway could easily be lumped in with a dozen other manosphere-friendly alpha-bros...

Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Willie Aucamp, has announced the fishing dates for the West Coast Rock Lobster season.

Fans are gushing over ‘super hero’ dad Siya Kolisi spending quality time with his daughter, amid rumours of him having a new girlfriend.

It’s the biggest gaming exhibition in South Africa, and it’s returning to Johannesburg – head down to rAGE Expo this weekend!

Mashazi appeared this week before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.

Haaland shattered the previous record set by former Newcastle and Blackburn star Alan Shearer.

Festive care comes early with Huawei’s Service Giving Season 2025.

The Bok lock is expected to receive a lengthy ban.

DStv’s new French owners are slashing costs, but losing key channels may further erode viewer trust.

The Road Traffic Infringement Agency has warned of an increase in traffic fine scams targeting South African motorists.

The retailer’s revamped asap! delivery app produces operational results, with on-demand grocery turnover rising 40% year-on-year.

Samsung Air Conditioners disperse air through thousands of micro-holes, creating a soft, steady cool breeze that feels natural, not harsh.

An alarming number of vehicles were recalled across several brands this year, exposing systemic failures in quality assurance and manufacturing oversight in South Africa.

The Honda Elevate pairs an attractive price with impressive practicality and confident styling.

BYD’s sales are dropping as it faces intensifying competition from rivals churning out popular models.

Sharon Price from Newcastle-under-Lyme says she was glad to avoid the need for surgery.