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South Africa’s state debt burden has ballooned over the past decade, with the associated debt service costs now consuming a notable percentage of government spending.

A rising number of patients in hospitals could affect the level of treatment carried out this winter, a group of regional NHS leaders have been told.

Officials spent 40 minutes dismantling the travelator to free him, but he was later pronounced dead.

The hit show’s new regular series had “moments that made me gasp”, host Claudia Winkleman says.

The arrests followed a shooting incident in which ten patrons were killed at a tavern in Bekkersdal.

Police say the raids form part of broader SAPS efforts to curb gang violence.

The search for the two members continued, this morning at the Komati River in Komatiproot

Mbongeni Sikhakhane was attacked at his home in Sweetwaters, Pietermaritzburg last Friday.

The woman who was supposed to care for Saabirin Saylaan was found to have beaten and tortured her.

Aaron Zelin, a senior fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, analyzes the U.S. strike on ISIS targets in Nigeria and the message it sends.

President Trump hosts Zelensky amid intensified U.S. diplomacy aimed at ending Russia’s war in Ukraine.

As two-time runner-up Mohamed Salah begins another tilt at the Africa Cup of Nations, BBC Sport Africa profiles top stars who never lifted the trophy.

The leaders of Guinea and the Central African Republic aim to consolidate power after Sunday’s polls.

The decision has been condemned by Somalia, Egypt, Turkey and Djibouti, who call it a dangerous precedent.

Sporting great Eliud Kipchoge says his plan to run marathons on seven different continents is about purpose, not records.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Monday, 29 December 2025.

Three young Britons explain why they are building their futures overseas.

The Civil Aviation Authority reckons up to half a million people in the UK may be impacted by its new requirements.

The African National Congress’ Cde Dikeledi Magadzi has passed on

The EFF says the move threatens Somalia’s territorial integrity.

Former Gauteng Health MEC Brian Hlongwa died in hospital on Tuesday.

‘Addressing hijacked buildings isn’t a law enforcement task but a housing, development imperative’

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Today’s news wrap.

Back to a two-man midfield pivot?

South Africa holds its breath.

As the US faces challenges to public school funding, activists warn that more people should pay attention to what’s happened in Inglewood, California

Inglewood, California – a few miles east of Los Angeles international airport – is known as the city of champions. The NBA champion Lakers once called Inglewood’s Forum – famously dubbed “the fabulous Forum” by announcer Chick Hearn – home.

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Northgate Shopping Centre in Randburg has confirmed that a section of its ceiling collapsed following heavy rainfall.

Film siren Brigitte Bardot, a symbol of sexual liberation in the 1950s and 60s who reinvented herself as an animal rights defender, has died.

An intense rescue at Miller’s Point by an off-duty lifeguard averted certain tragedy for two children and two adults swept out to sea …

From World Cup triumphs to simple public gestures, the Springboks continue to bring South Africans together.

Eskom said ongoing adverse weather, persisting daily through the festive season, has led to a sharp increase in faults.

The department of public works and transport says the mayor moved into the house during a period of civil unrest when her life was allegedly under threat.

Shoppers screamed when the ceiling caved in and water rushed across the floor.

Consolidation in the crowded Chinese electric vehicle sector is expected to accelerate.

Bitcoin rose in Asia trading to top $90,000, hinting at a potential breakout after the token missed out on a Santa rally that sent stocks to record highs.

Despite shutting down theatres in several major malls, Ster-Kinekor says it is in the advanced stages of evaluating the viability of opening additional cinema complexes at four sites across South Africa.

First Technology Western Cape helps businesses cut carbon and costs using energy-efficient Dell solutions and IT lifecycle management.

One company is responsible for the largest number of vehicle recalls in history.

Vehicle spikings are a dangerous criminal activity to watch out for while travelling this festive season.

Insurance providers go through a thorough process to determine whether to write off your car.