News South Africa

New warnings from the US to Venezuela lead most of Monday’s papers, while some splash on Sir Keir’s comments on closer EU alignment.

The family of Charlotte Niddam announced her death “with great sadness” as Swiss authorities confirmed all victims had been identified.

Martyn, who played 67 Test matches from 1992 to 2006, was diagnosed with meningitis late last month.

Thousands of genes that have an influence on weight, say experts – which means weight loss isn’t a level playing field

More than one-thousand-600 babies were delivered across South Africa’s public health facilities

About 143 people have been killed on the province’s roads since the start of December to January

BMA officers used drones to trace the two individuals

The department’s spokesperson Ndabe Sibiya says no one is above the law

A day after Saturday’s U.S. strikes, Venezuelans describe fear, confusion, and long lines for fuel and food.

Trade, regional security and Beijing’s unofficial ban on Korean pop culture are on the agenda.

Higgins said the Trump administration ending TPS for Venezuelans in early 2025 was “reckless, dangerous, and wrong.”

The Venezuelan president, who was captured by U.S. forces early Saturday, is awaiting trial in New York City on federal criminal charges.

It is the latest accident on one of the world’s most dangerous routes used by West Africans trying to reach Spain.

Millions around the world are living in the shadows as stateless people as they lack official papers.

Gabon’s sports minister announces a series of punishments after the national team’s “disgraceful performance” at the Africa Cup of Nations.

From meteor showers to supermoons, here are some of the sights that wowed stargazers this year.

Going to a restaurant in Japan makes South Africans realise that there is another way to enjoy food and be served.

The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has published the official fuel price adjustments that will take effect on Wednesday, 7 January 2026.

South Africa’s pertol price will fall the lowest level in nearly four years following the global drop in crude and a stronger rand.

Donald Trump has said that American oil firms will invest billions to produce oil in Venezuela.

Subsequent talks to persuade the Communist Party otherwise have since failed.

He retired from politics in 2004 and returned to his farm near Adelaide in the Eastern Cape.

The ANC will celebrate its 114th anniversary at Moruleng Stadium in the North West next Saturday

The US says its forces captured Maduro and his wife in Venezuela’s capital Caracas on Saturday

Joe Root scores his second century of the 2025/26 Ashes series as England move on to 265-5 against Australia on day two of the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney.

Match of the Day pundit Shay Given analyses Harrison Reed’s superb late goal that rescued a point for Fulham as Gary O’Neil highlights his disappointment with Liverpool’s defence.

Match of the Day pundit Gary O’Neil breaks down Matheus Cunha’s solid performance for Manchester United and ultimate equaliser against Leeds United.

Harry Brook falls short of his first century in Australia, as he adds just six runs to his overnight score before being caught for 84 by Steve Smith to end a 169-run partnership between Brook and Joe Root, leaving England on 226-4 on day two of the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney.

Lucy Morville, from Burnley, thought most students would be from the north and felt ‘culture shock’ surrounded by southerners

Like many students from the north, Lucy Morville says she felt “culture shock” at being surrounded by southerners when she arrived at university. But she said the shock was even greater because it wasn’t what she expected when she enrolled at the University of York.

“I...

Prof Shitij Kapur says there are too many graduates and degree is now just a ‘visa’ to enter professional world

The UK now has a “surfeit” of graduates and students must accept that a university degree is no longer a “passport to social mobility”, a leading vice-chancellor has argued.

Prof Shitij Kapur, the head of King’s College London, said the days when universities could promise that...

The Department of Health has raised serious concern over a sharp increase in teenage pregnancies recorded on New Year’s Day 2026.

Five things to know about Springboks captain Siya Kolisi’s rumoured girlfriend, following his split from estranged wife, Rachel Kolisi.

Goals from Junior Tchamadeu and Christian Kofane sent the Indomitable Lions into the quarter-finals.

Substitute Evidence Makgopa scored the consolation goal for Bafana Bafana late in the second half.

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for 5 January 2026.

Motorists get a break as petrol, diesel, and illuminating paraffin prices decrease from Wednesday.

The automotive industry has witnessed numerous scandals over the years, but one in particular stands out for its sheer scale and impact.

These are the five most popular armoured cars bought by civilians in South Africa.

South African drivers should keep several essential tools in their car to avoid issues should they experience a flat tyre or any other problem.

From protecting against ageing to helping you sleep, Dr Alex George lists the benefits of running.

Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 – with surprising results

NHS bosses say the fall is welcome, but expect freezing temperatures to increase pressure on the health service.