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ANALYSIS: Better data, same emergency — the forest elephant crisis continues
A new report shows an increase in estimated forest elephant numbers, but this is a function of better surveying, and the species remains critically endangered.
WEDNESDAY, 10 DECEMBER 2025, 22:17
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A new report shows an increase in estimated forest elephant numbers, but this is a function of better surveying, and the species remains critically endangered.
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The Serious Organised Crime Unit’s probe of the theft from a North West game farm comes on the heels of a rhino horn bust at a Joburg storage facility.
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New research has highlighted both the depth of the problem with child literacy in South African schools – and pathways to solutions.
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As another edition of the Africa Cup of Nations approaches, the focus is not on the type of soccer that will be on display, but on which Africa players European clubs will lose due to the continental tournament.

South Africa
Shebe Maburna’s bail application will continue in court on Thursday.

South Africa
Witness D’s testified about Emmanuel Mbense’s death at the Madlanga Commission.

South Africa
The new amusement park will be built on the old Durban FunWorld site.

South Africa
Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai says no company, including Google, would be immune if the artificial intelligence market were to suffer a valuation correction. In an exclusive interview with BBC News at Google’s California headquarters, Pichai said the rapid surge in AI investment is “an extraordinary moment,” but he acknowledged “irrationality” in parts of the market. […]

World
An Eyptian snack, Icelandic pool culture, Cuban music and Albanian lahuta music also get recognition.

World
“Intensive work” is continuing, the leaders of Britain, France and Germany say after a joint call with Donald Trump.

World
The judge has ordered control of the the troops, which were deployed in June, to be returned to California’s governor.

World
The US Treasury said the network of four entities and four individuals is primarily Colombian.

Africa
The coup was thwarted after Nigeria sent warplanes to dislodge the mutineers from the offices of state TV.

Africa
Brumelda Zuma will represent the party led by her father in parliament after her half-sister resigned.

Africa
Schools and shops remain closed in Uvira amid fears that rebels have seized some administrative buildings.

Africa
Plotters misjudged the national mood and Benin’s neighbours learnt from past errors, says analyst Paul Melly.

Business
The US central bank lowered interest rates for the third time this year, but the outlook for further cuts remains murky.
Business

Business
The “healthier” fast food chain confirmed there would be job losses, as it appointed administrators.
Business

Politics
MDB chair says communities were invited to submit proposals on how wards should be constituted.

Politics
Kashe-Katiya believes the SACP should ideally remain central to discussions on the NDR.

Politics
Ramathuba says the work of the ANC should speak for itself

Politics
The Municipal Demarcation Board handed over the final ward boundaries to the IEC.

Sport
The year 2026 is gearing up to be one of the most electric years in global sport. What are YOU most looking forward to watching?

Sport
Same-sex couples will be allowed to compete in British ice dance competitions next year after a change of rules.

Sport
Teenage winger Alysson is expected to move to Villa Park from Gremio for an initial fee of £8.7m, rising to £10.5m, in January.

Sport
A furious Hugo Broos says Mbokazi’s rising star may already be getting to his head. He said he’ll deal with the defender after training.
Education
See how the central bank’s interest rate stance influences car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.
Education
A suspect who is not a student was arrested after the shooting in Frankfort, Ky., the police said. The university said that a second student was critically injured.
Education
[Daily News] Zanzibar — A TOTAL of 50,769 candidates, equivalent to 96.94 per cent have passed the 2025 Standard Seven National Examinations, the Zanzibar Ministry of Education and Vocational Training has announced.

Education
They face long hours, mediocre pay and, at worst, no job, but their optimism is astonishing – let’s support them better
Prof Devi Sridhar is chair of global public health at the University of Edinburgh
When I mentioned to colleagues in the NHS that I was helping with admissions interviews for medical students, several responded with the same wry smile and weary shrug: “Do they know what...

Lifestyle
Basetsana Kumalo posts a loving message for husband, Romeo Kumalo, on their silver anniversary.

Lifestyle
Scores of Springboks have rallied to support Eben Etzebeth after he issued a public apology for his eye gouge attack on a Welsh player.

Lifestyle
If pictures are anything to go by, Anele Mdoda’s photos from the Alps may be dropping a hint of a honeymoon getaway.

Lifestyle
Fans show Rachel Kolisi encouragement as she embraces a new chapter in her life, amid her divorce from Springboks captain Siya Kolisi.

Entertainment
A total of R550 000 in jackpots is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results for 10 December 2025.

Entertainment
A total of R55.5 million in jackpots is up for grabs tonight. Here are your Lotto and Lotto Plus results for 10 December 2025.

Entertainment
The government launched the SA Connect national broadband strategy, with the goal of bringing broadband access to every South African by 2030

Entertainment
Catch up on the biggest stories of Wednesday, 10 December 2025 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.

Science/Tech
The Department of Basic Education has revealed that an examination breach was detected during the marking process for the 2025 National Senior Certificate exams.

Science/Tech
Most Democratic-led states will continue to recommend the hepatitis B vaccine at birth, despite a CDC advisory panel’s vote against it.

Science/Tech
FAYETTEVILLE, NC (PinionNewswire) — MAPU, the native utility token powering the MatchAwards.com AI economic-development platform, today announced the launch of the industry’s first Platform Utility Ratio (P/U Ratio) a transparent, data-driven metric grounded in real activity generated across the MatchAwards ecosystem. This marks a major milestone for Web3: a digital asset whose value...

Science/Tech
RENO, Nevada (PinionNewswire) — TraceFuse, a leading provider of ecommerce review-intelligence solutions, today announced the launch of its new ROI Calculator – an analytical tool designed to give Amazon sellers unprecedented clarity into how their product ratings affect sales, profitability, and long-term marketplace performance. As competition intensifies and customer expectations rise,...

Motoring
Six new car brands were added to South Africa’s roster of Chinese manufacturers this year, offering a range of vehicles from bakkies to electric hatchbacks.
Motoring

Motoring
A contracting partner has been appointed for the technical development and construction of the new Cape Winelands Airport.

Motoring
The BYD Sealion 5 is the first plug-in hybrid SUV in South Africa to cost less than R500,000.

Health
Deal put forward by ministers includes rapid expansion of training posts, but no promises on pay.

Health
The fitness coach explains how it helps and how you can meet your protein needs.
Health
The agency claimed that 10 children’s deaths were linked to the shots, although it did not release evidence to support the assertions.

Health
GP Dr Oscar Duke explains the different symptoms you might experience.