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WEATHER: Severe storms with heavy rain, hail to hit SA
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Thursday, 8 January 2026.
WEDNESDAY, 07 JANUARY 2026, 16:50

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Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Thursday, 8 January 2026.
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If you blinked this week, or just took a break from a barnstorming start to the news year, you might have missed two of the more fascinating vanishing acts on the JSE.
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Deal underscores growing energy investment in West Africa

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The Johannesburg High Court denied bail for Jeremiah Dube, a convicted fraudster from Zimbabwe, pending his appeal to the Supreme Court of Appeal.

South Africa
The prolonged outage followed after a fire at the Koedoespoort substation.

South Africa
Eastern Cape farmers fear the outbreak could cripple their businesses

South Africa
The process, which was due to end in December 2025, will now run until the 30th of June 2026.

South Africa
The cause of the fire that started on Monday is yet to be established.
World
US President Donald Trump has renewed his ambition to take control of Greenland for national security reasons and questioned whether Denmark has any legal right to the Arctic island.
World
Hundreds gathered in Saint-Tropez for Brigitte Bardot’s funeral, honouring her legacy as a cinema icon, animal rights activist, and controversial figure.

World
The presidency also expels Aidarous al-Zubaidi, head of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council, after he fails to fly to Riyadh for talks.

World
Trump offers advice to the GOP as midterm fears grow and he struggles to connect with voters on the economy. And, the Pentagon reviews the “effectiveness” of women in ground combat roles.

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

Africa
At least 13 people, including eight children, have been killed in the strike in el-Obeid city, medics say.

Africa
About 85 Ethiopian migrants were trying to leave the country when the accident occurred, authorities say.

Africa
The main opposition coalition boycotted the vote after a referendum allowed the removal of term limits.

Business
A recent Gauteng High Court ruling provides relief for community schemes during legal battles.

Business
The Warner Bros board said it remained unanimous in recommending the deal with Netflix instead.

Business
Some people in England, Wales and Northern Ireland can get help with heating costs during cold spells.

Business
South African investors do not have the luxury of certainty.

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

Politics
President Ramaphosa is adamant that Mothibi has distinguished himself as an outstanding SIU head.

Politics
Ramagopa accompanied the party’s President, Cyril Ramaphosa, to a fundraising golf game in Sun City.

Politics
The NFP suspended its KZN Chairperson for not supporting a no-confidence motion against Thami Ntuli

Sport
With a section of Kaizer Chiefs fans calling for the club to hire Rulani Mokwena, an insider has provided a crucial update on the matter.

Sport
Exeter City Supporters’ Trust calls on Manchester City to give the club a greater share of the gate receipts from Saturday’s FA Cup tie.

Sport
Ireland international Jacob Stockdale is ruled out of Ulster’s Challenge Cup pool game against the Cheetahs with a rib injury.

Sport
Arne Slot says it is “hard to hear” fans calling his Liverpool side dull and boring and while he does not “completely disagree” he insists he wants to play “attractive football”.
Education
Since Mr. Kirk’s death, chapters of his organization’s affiliate for teenagers have more than doubled in number, aided by politicians who have said they won’t tolerate opposition.
Education
[Leadership] The Federal Government has inaugurated a Joint Implementation Committee of the National Conference on Digital Literacy and Emerging Skills to drive the execution of resolutions and outcomes of the National Conference on Digital Literacy and youth empowerment in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda.
Education
[Leadership] The Old Students Association of Government Science Secondary School, Darazo (DOSA), Class of 1997, has raised concerns over the preparedness of senior secondary school students in North-Eastern Nigeria for Computer-Based Testing (CBT), warning that many candidates lack basic digital skills required to sit for such examinations.
Education
[Leadership] Six successful applicants from 11 universities across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones will benefit from scholarships offered by WealthBridge Financial Services Holdings Limited and the Bridge Charity Foundation.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Swiss food giant Nestle has announced a recall of batches of infant formula in several European countries, as well as in South Africa.

Lifestyle
‘Diary of a CEO’ Podcaster Steven Bartlett proposed to his long-term girlfriend Melanie Lopes over Christmas.

Lifestyle
DJ Black Coffee has showed off his latest asset – his R157 million Clifton villa in Cape Town. Take a look inside….

Entertainment
From Jeffreys Bay’s waves to Victoria Falls’ misty rainbows, Siya Kolisi and Rachel John continue to spark conversation — one scenic post at a time.
Entertainment

Entertainment
Once the conversion is complete, customers will receive monthly bills reflecting their electricity consumption on their City of Johannesburg municipal statements.

Entertainment
The meeting became heated over judicial testimonies.

Science/Tech
In a meme coin world full of short-term hype and broken promises, Hotako ($HOTA) emerges as a refreshing exception — a project with heart, culture, and a real plan. Born from Japan’s creative spirit and powered by a global team, Hotako is more than just a meme — it’s a full-fledged movement combining storytelling, education, […]

Science/Tech
These are the technology trends that are poised to shape the year ahead – and no, it’s all not all about artificial intelligence.
Science/Tech
South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung asked at a televised policy meeting last month whether the country’s state-run healthcare plan could cover hair-loss treatment, framing it as a question about whether hair loss qualifies as a disease. The health minister told Lee that baldness is generally considered an aesthetic problem and therefore covered out-of-pocket, but the 61-year-old president —...

Science/Tech
Hailstorms are increasing in frequency and severity in South Africa, presenting a greater risk of damaging solar panels.
Motoring

Motoring
The price of cars has steadily risen in recent years, leaving a very short list of cars available to South Africans for less than R200,000.
Motoring

Motoring
Insurance companies can employ several tactics to reject a claim if they suspect the individual was driving under the influence.
Health
Backers claim the tests can predict a child’s risk of autism using a strand of hair or a mother’s blood, but critics say they are not ready for the market.

Health
The overhaul is the latest in a host of sweeping changes made under the Trump administration by health secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr.
Health
Federal health officials now recommend that children be routinely inoculated against 11 diseases, not 17, citing standards in other wealthy nations.

Health
The doctor was working at the Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth when the incidents happened.