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These are the key developments happening in South Africa today, 6 February 2026.

Three members of Team Mouat are from Stranraer – home to an ice rink built in a hotel.

For more than a decade, it was the deal mining billionaire Ivan Glasenberg had sought more than any other: putting Glencore – the sprawling commodity trader-cum-miner he built – together with industry titan Rio Tinto.

For years he was overlooked by the art world – now he’s been approached to create a piece for a new art prize.

Ferrus, who passed away last week, is widely known for her poem, “I’ve Come to Take You Home”.

HPCSA Registrar, Dr Magome Masike says action will be taken against both individuals in question.

The Enquiry is examining Advocate Andrew Chauke’s fitness to hold office.

Matjeng is being probed for her alleged involvement with Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala

It is rare for US presidents to publicly back candidates in foreign elections.

The Democratic Republic of Congo, Namibia and Angola have said they will cooperate on migrant returns.

Is there the political will to fix it the US’ health horror stories?

At least 78 bodies have been buried, while it’s feared that more than 170 people were killed altogether.

MSF says a government air strike hit its hospital after another of its health facilities was looted.

Epstein considered approaching Mugabe about a new currency in 2015 – the latest batch of files show.

Shops and homes were torched in an attack on two villages in the western state of Kwara, a lawmaker says.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 6 February 2026.

While lower petrol prices in South Africa are great news for motorists, the impact on inflation is limited because half the price goes to tax—and another tax hike may be coming.

Firms are working to make the motors that drive robots more efficient and cheaper.

The steps to bolster Canada’s auto industry come as Trump’s tariffs strain the sector and threaten jobs.

NW Businessman Suliman Carrim rises to infamy after being mentioned at the Madlanga Commission

Kohler-Barnard says she ended up reporting him to the Public Protector.

Kohler-Barnard testified before the Ad Hoc Committee on Thursday.

Brigadier Matjeng’s testimony at Madlanga Commission will resume on Friday.

France started their Six Nations title defence with a dominant win over Ireland, and have moved up in the World Rugby rankings as a result.

Ireland’s heavy defeat by France to open the Six Nations will only further press questions raised by a lacklustre autumn.

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell admits his side have a lot of work to do following their 36-14 defeat against France in the opening match of 2026 Six Nations.

Ruthless France inflict more pain on Ireland as the Six Nations holders open their title defence with a bonus-point victory at a buoyant Stade de France.

Road closures at intersections of a major road in Claremont, Cape Town, are expected to last until the end of May.

Record-low inflation last year could spell trouble for meaningful 2026 SASSA grant increases, as the National Treasury readies its budget …

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Ekurhuleni, Tshwane, and Joburg grapple with billions in unpaid bills, escalating provincial debt and risking essential services for residents.

Ordinary consumers fill the power gap with more than 4GW of solar, yet are still paying for government or parastatal failures.

Catch up on the biggest stories this morning, 06 February 2026 in our simple morning fix update

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Dehan Scherman of Financial Wealth Holdings says the people who use Buy Now, Pay Later are typically the ones who really can’t afford it.

Expanding brand diversification is putting pressure on automotive repairers.

Auto sector faces collapse as VW flags policy failure, export risks and investor fears amid plant closures and layoffs nationwide.

Volkswagen’s once-popular city van, the Vivo Xpress, is returning to our roads.