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As an interim measure the transport department has been allowed by the court to outsource the printing and issuing of driving licence cards to the home affairs department.

Codehesion, voted South Africa’s top software development company in 2025, is a perfect partner to help companies scale their development and ensure successful software projects.

South African motorists will enjoy significant relief in January 2026, with petrol prices being significantly lower than they were a year ago due to declining global oil prices and a weaker US dollar.

Some residents claim the situation has not only put their lives at risk, but also their belongings.

A suspect is expected to appear in court on human trafficking charges.

The 42-year-old man was arrested on December 30, 2025 and appeared in court on the same day.

The woman is charged with forcing a girl to have sexual intercourse with her co-accused.

What is it about Delcy Rodríguez, deputy to ousted dictator Nicolás Maduro, that caught the eye of the Trump administration?

The fire danger level for northern Victoria will be set at the highest level.

The US president described a call with Gustavo Petro as a “Great Honor”, just days after saying a military operation in Colombia “sounds good”.

Most of the targets are U.N.-related agencies, commissions and advisory panels that focus on climate, labor and other issues that the Trump administration has categorized as catering to diversity and “woke” initiatives.

Trackers in DR Congo’s Virunga National Park spotted the babies being hugged by their mother on Saturday.

Abubakar Malami was one of the most influential figures in the administration of former President Buhari.

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.

Inflation is expected to reach 3.0% shortly, which is good news for the Reserve Bank after a lengthy battle to lower the inflation target rate.

The president also called on defence firms to increase production or face a crackdown on payouts.

Faisal Islam gets rare access to Willow – Google’s quantum computer.

Trump’s import levies are still changing the patterns of international trade.

The ANC will hold anniversary celebrations in the North West this weekend.

The statement was released as the party today began the disciplinary process to punish Mbali Shinga.

President Ramaphosa met Kgosi Leruo Molotlegi of the Royal Bafokeng ahead of ANC North West events.

Paul O’Sullivan, Julius Mkhwanazi, Robert McBride and Brown Mogotsi among witnesses.

After bowling England out for 342, Australia chase down their winning target of 160 with five wickets in hand to win the fifth Ashes Test on the final day in Sydney, sealing a 4-1 series win to retain the urn.

Coach Brendon McCullum says he will not be told what to do but accepts there are “areas to improve” after England’s Ashes defeat.

Today’s rumours.

England’s 4-1 Ashes defeat is the most disappointing I have covered and whoever signed off on the tourists’ preparation has to go, writes Jonathan Agnew.

Jazz aficionados, rejoice! The Cape Town Jazzathon is celebrating its 29th anniversary at the V&A Waterfront this weekend.

To ensure you comply with new SASSA grant reviews in 2026, read to the very last letter if your financial circumstances have changed …

Yikes! US streamer IShowSpeed unintentionally butchered Springbok and Sharks star Siya Kolisi’s name during a livestream…

Actor, writer and creator of “All the queen’s men” has spoken out about his show no longer being a part of Tyler Perry Studios.

From Bazball to bowling depth to Root and Smith standing tall, these are the big talking points following the Ashes.

The Judicial Conduct Committee is investigating claims an acting judge solicited a bribe to influence a leave to appeal ruling.

Whatever happens with the recusal application, this inquiry must be allowed to proceed.

The United States in early 2025 began a review of the country’s involvement in United Nations and non-UN organisations.

There could be many more companies offering services once reserved for licensed banks in South Africa in the next few months.

South Africa’s transport department no longer faces a driving licence card production backlog.

After both plummeting in the October 2025 market crash, the Ethereum price and the ADA price began to rebound in 2026. As they are now showing green price charts ahead, even prominent influencers like Ted and Javon Marks believe massive growth is ahead for these top altcoins.  At the same time, Digitap ($TAP) is making […]

Of 17 preservatives studied, higher consumption of 12 of them linked with increased risk of type 2 diabetes

Higher consumption of some food preservatives is associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes and cancer, two studies suggest.

The findings, published in the medical journals Nature Communications and the BMJ, may have important public health implications given the ubiquitous use...

A US lawmaker is proposing legislation that would regulate electronic door handles in new cars, following multiple cases of individuals being trapped inside their vehicles.

South Africa’s car industry ended 2025 on a high note, with two automakers doing particularly well last month.

South Africa is developing a new digital permit and plans to extend the validity period of driver’s licenses to 8 years.

Researchers are looking to see if there’s a link between hormonal fluctuations and gambling addiction.