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JAC Motors has introduced a new single-cab bakkie to its T6 range in South Africa, priced below R300K. The new model, available in two 4×2 variants, features a 2.0L turbo diesel engine with 102kW power, 320 Nm torque, and a six-speed manual transmission.

Recent social media posts claiming that the Social Relief of Distress Grant is ending are false. However, it remains unclear when this “temporary” grant will come to an end in South Africa.

With Michael Carrick returning to Manchester United as caretaker manager for the second time, BBC Sport takes a look back at some of his best moments for the club as a player in the Premier League.

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

Johan Jacobs and Gert Bezuidenhout face charges for the fatal shooting of Mark Lifman.

President Ramaphosa says government will assist families that have lost their homes to heavy rains

The Phala Phala theft trial is expected to continue in the Modimolle Regional Court.

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

The former volunteers, who were facing lengthy jail terms, worked for an NGO that rescued asylum-seekers.

Palestinians say they’re suffering as they wait for progress in next phase of U.S.-backed ceasefire.

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.

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.

Mr Price’s move to acquire European retailer NKD is under extreme pressure from investors.

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.

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

Red Bull say it would be “naive” to expect them to be able to compete at the very front in F1 from the beginning of their new engine partnership with Ford.

Kaizer Chiefs’ head of digital, Kemiso Motaung, has sent a plea to the supporters to block out banter from Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns fans.

Anastasia Vaipan-Law and Luke Digby finish seventh in the European Figure Skating European Championships with a score of 173.52.

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...

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.

The deadline for SA TV licence funding proposals has come and gone, leading to yet another extension and talk of a new Broadcasting Tax …

AFP Sport looks at three talking points ahead of the weekend action.

The Eastern Cape side have progressed to the play-offs for the fourth year in succession.

Khumalo is accused of assaulting a self-confessed drug dealer in Ekurhuleni last year.

How can the MK party make firm decisions to save KZN when they can’t even make up their mind about their leaders?

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.

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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.

Mini has launched a new limited-edition Countryman series, exclusive to South Africa.

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.”