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IN PICS | 55 couples say “I do” at IPHC mass wedding
A total of 55 couples tied the knot during a mass wedding ceremony held on Sunday, hosted at the International Pentecostal Holiness Church in Zuurbekom, west of Johannesburg.
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A total of 55 couples tied the knot during a mass wedding ceremony held on Sunday, hosted at the International Pentecostal Holiness Church in Zuurbekom, west of Johannesburg.

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I wasn’t sure what it would be like going back home after 12 years. Last time, I was a decade younger, with two small girls and far less London in my bones. Now, I’ve got more kids, more wrinkles and I may have forgotten what the sun looks like.

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A petition for a national homage to Brigitte Bardot – who died on Sunday – attracts more than 23,000 signatures.
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South Africa
Twelve people were killed and 13 others were wounded in the shooting incident in Saulsville.

South Africa
Nine people were killed in the incident, which happened at the KwaNoxolo tavern earlier this month
South Africa
Bafana Bafana qualifies for AFCON knockout stages
Government has congratulated Bafana Bafana on qualifying for the knockout stages at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). “Congratulations to Bafana Bafana on qualifying for the AFCON knockout stages after a hard-fought victory,” government said in a post on social media platform, X.This as the South African senior men’s team...

South Africa
The Department of Correctional Services describe the move as a standard operation.

World
The arrests come just a day after three police officers were killed during a siege in the town of Yalova.
World
US President Donald Trump said on Monday the United States could support another major strike on Iran were it to resume rebuilding its ballistic missile or nuclear weapons programmes and warned Hamas of severe consequences if it does not disarm.

World
Russia says Ukraine tried to hit one of Putin’s homes with a drone. Kyiv denies it, calling the claim staged to justify war. The Kremlin now warns it may toughen its stance in the ongoing peace talks.

World
Nina Khrushcheva, professor of International Affairs at New York’s New School, talks about the negotiating tactics Russia is using in peace talks with Ukraine.

Africa
Forward John Mano, who lost his best friend to the civil war in Sudan, says the squad will “fight” for their country on the pitch at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Africa
Mulatu Astatke has been blending jazz influences from home and abroad for the past six decades.

Africa
As two-time runner-up Mohamed Salah begins another tilt at the Africa Cup of Nations, BBC Sport Africa profiles top stars who never lifted the trophy.

Africa
The leaders of Guinea and the Central African Republic aim to consolidate power after Sunday’s polls.

Business
Wealthy South Africans are increasingly turning their backs on big city living and moving to smaller coastal towns along the Garden Route.

Business
The energy firm sells a $1bn stake in its technology arm Kraken, paving the way for its demerger.
Business

Business
Prince Buthelezi Mall will open its door in April, with the mall hoping to improve access to formal retail in Empangeni KwaZulu-Natal.

Politics
Tributes continue to pour in following the death of former ANC NEC member and MP Dikeledi Magadzi.

Politics
Magadzi was 75 and served as deputy minister in two portfolios: transport and water and sanitation.

Politics
The African National Congress’ Cde Dikeledi Magadzi has passed on

Politics
The EFF says the move threatens Somalia’s territorial integrity.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs dominate the headlines every transfer window. However, this time will be very different, according to an Amakhosi insider.

Sport
Will Broos risk it all?

Sport
Boxing expert Steve Bunce says he can’t imagine the “type of condition” Anthony Joshua is in following a crash that killed two of his close friends and team members.Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele died when the vehicle they were in collided with a stationary truck in Lagos, Nigeria.Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele died when the vehicle they were in collided with a stationary truck in Nigeria.

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Education
[This Day] Some of the beneficiaries of the Seyi Akinwunmi Charity Foundation have narrated their progress after being spotted by the organisers of the project.
Education
[Daily News] Zanzibar — President Hussein Ali Mwinyi has vowed that his government will focus on the construction of multi-storey schools as a long-term solution to classroom shortages and the double-shift system that has for years characterised education in many parts of Zanzibar.

Education
Elite junior tennis players are flocking to online schools. The model offers flexibility and focus – but raises deeper questions about growth, pressure and childhood
In a major study released recently in Epidemiology, conclusions were drawn – yet again – regarding how shutdowns and online learning were ultimately very damaging to kids’ emotional and mental health (obviously some cohorts...
Education
[Premium Times] The strike was announced on Monday by the Joint Unions of Nasarawa State Tertiary Institutions (JUNSTI).
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Rachel Kolisi, estranged wife of Springboks captain Siya Kolisi, shared some of the hard and lighter moments of 2025 as the year draws to an end.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
The Western Cape High Court has ordered the City of Cape Town to provide a suitable venue for minstrel troupes to participate in their cultural competition.

Entertainment
Videos, sirens and social media fury force Gagasi FM to pull star host Felix Hlophe off air.

Entertainment
“Our board is confident that we have secured the right head coach,” said Benadie.
Entertainment

Entertainment
“We have to play every game with 100% of our talents and qualities,” said the Belgian coach.

Science/Tech
These nifty tools combine the ease of jotting notes by hand with the power of saving them digitally.

Science/Tech
Cango Inc. (NYSE: CANG) (“Cango” or the “Company”), a leading Bitcoin miner leveraging its global operations to develop an integrated energy and AI compute platform, announced that Enduring Wealth Capital Limited (“EWCL”) increased its investment in the Company with a US$10.5 million commitment. EWCL will subscribe for additional Class B ordinary shares in cash at […]

Science/Tech
After 10 years of journaling, my only regret is not starting sooner.

Science/Tech
US support for nuclear energy is soaring. Meanwhile, coal plants are on their way out and electricity-sucking data centers are meeting huge pushback. Welcome to the next front in the energy battle.

Motoring
Chinese brands are competing amongst themselves to dominate South Africa’s fastest-growing car segment.

Motoring
VW’s most expensive SUV has all the luxuries you’d expect with performance to rival a hot hatchback.

Motoring
The deal could be valued at about R20 billion and would involve HOF Capital and BlueFive Capital.
Motoring

Health
The Food Chain’s Ruth Alexander on what helps – and what doesn’t – if you’ve overindulged.

Health
The weather alert service warns the public when high or low temperatures could damage their health.
Health
Now that the condition is known to spread sexually, there are steps you and your partner can take to prevent it.
Health
Gynecologists long viewed bacterial vaginosis as solely a women’s issue — until a study that treated their male partners, too, proved otherwise.