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The Reserve Bank has room to cut South Africa’s interest rates at its January meeting, as a strong rand, high gold price, and favourable inflation environment work in the country’s favour.

The city says it has resorted to disconnecting several national government head offices due to unpaid bills.

British heavyweight Anthony Joshua returns to the gym following the recent car crash which killed two of his close friends and team members.

The TRC Inquiry is probing alleged efforts to stop the investigation or prosecution of TRC cases.

Crime Intelligence Head Dumisani Khumalo will continue his testimony before Ad Hoc Committee.

Al Jama-ah party has brought the proposal which the United Democratic Movement has seconded.

President Museveni has about 76% of the vote with results in from nearly half of all polling stations.

The woman, who accused Oren and Alon Alexander of sexual assault, was found dead in Sydney late last year.

Rachel Bloor had assumed the heavy weight on her chest was her dog.

Novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie says her child’s death was caused by medical negligence, which the hospital denies.

President vetoes attempt by lawmakers to amend the constitution to retain control

Moroccan fans celebrated through the night as their beloved Atlas Lions beat Nigeria to make it to the Afcon final.

Eritrea denies the claim and accuses Ethiopia of seeking a pretext to attack, amid fears of renewed conflict.

Aveng has announced the retirement of its Group CEO, Scott Cummins, with the JSE-listed construction company now looking for a permanent replacement.

The sale of Hyde Park Corner has fallen through after conditions precedent in the deal were not met.

Donald Trump’s stand-off with the US central bank has recalled episodes in other countries – which ended badly for the economy.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 16 January 2026.

The provincial secretary says he will accept nomination for chairperson of the ANC

He says he was shocked by the directive because he was against its disbandment.

Zuma applied for Khampepe’s recusal on the grounds that she was unsuitable to lead the commission.

New Orleans Saints kicker Charlie Smyth says he does not believe he has “made it” despite becoming an NFL starter this season.

There have been 55 finals since the Women’s FA Cup began in 1970-71. How many winners can you name? Good luck!

The Springboks may need to move quickly to tie down the services of an important coach who is reportedly wanted by the All Blacks.

Campaigners claim firm has bought sway over the teaching of science, technology, engineering and maths

Campaigners have accused BP of having an insidious influence over the teaching of science, technology, engineering and maths (Stem) in the UK through its relationship with the Science Museum.

Documents obtained under freedom of information legislation show how the company funded a research...

Ralph Schmidt, Ndlovu Youth Choir’s artistic director, shares insights on leading the choir.

Desmond Scott was seen kissing a mystery woman at a Houston bar just days after estranged wife, TikTok star Kristy Scott filed for divorce.

Rachel Kolisi says she chooses peace, as estranged husband Siya Kolisi goes public with ‘girlfriend’ 25-year-old influencer Rachel John.

Housing scams are rising in Cape Town, with fraudsters maliciously targeting residents from vulnerable communities.

It will unlock ‘massive capital’.

Trump has been desperate and could not stop talking about how he deserves a Nobel Peace Prize, claiming that he has “ended 8 wars”.

To curb road fatalities.

Broad Media has an awesome career opportunity on offer for those who love technology and gaming.

The Post Office was a once-vital government entity that has since fallen on very hard times.

Lived experiences shape how science is conducted. This matters because who gets to speak for science steers which problems are prioritized, how evidence is translated into practice and who ultimately benefits from scientific advances. For researchers whose communities have not historically been represented in science – including many people of color, LGBTQ+ and first-generation scientists […]

While it will still be many years before the less secure green ID book is invalidated as a form of identification in South Africa, Home Affairs is hoping to accelerate the transition.

A new and affordable workhorse bakkie has made its way to South Africa’s shores.

One of South Africa’s favourite hatchbacks saw a massive drop in sales last month.

South Africans can look forward to a new international flight from the end of June.

Dr Alex George wants better assessment waiting times after paying for expensive private tests.

A study found the 10 consistently worst-performing centres were all in the Midlands and North of England.

Dr Susan Gilby told the BBC she was relieved the case was over and that it “was never about the money.”