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The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) is fast-tracking the application by Eskom to reduce the negotiated pricing agreements (NPAs) tariffs applicable to Samancor Chrome and the Glencore-Merafe Chrome Venture.

Joe Root hits 160 as England are bowled out for 384 in their first innings of the fifth Test with Australia closing day two 218 runs behind, as they finish on 166-2 at stumps, with Travis Head unbeaten on 91 in Sydney.

Why England’s bowling performance on day two of the fifth Test is an alarming hint to the future.

We look at the pick of the action and the full play-off picture and schedule after the Pittsburgh Steelers’ dramatic late victory completes the road to the Super Bowl.

Some residents in Soshanguve and East Lynne have expressed frustration over the power outage.

The raid uncovered various contrabands in cells, including cellphones, cash, inmate medical records

Police says a massive search was launched after the girl’s mother noticed that she had disappeared. 

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

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.

A scrutiny committee says the Manx government’s size and scope should be reduced to cut spending.

Investment expert Schalk Louw highlighted that the price of a Spur burger increased from R3.35 to R119.50 over the last 40 years.

Standard Bank sees further interest rate cuts in 2026, with its predictions for 2026 being largely optimistic.

Standard Bank’s Representative Office in Ethiopia has become the first foreign financial institution to be re-licensed under the country’s newly revised Banking Business Proclamation.

The one-day meeting will discuss January 8 Statement preparations and the 114th anniversary rally.

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

Devin Booker scores with 0.7 seconds remaining as the Phoenix Suns beat defending NBA champions the Oklahoma City Thunder 108-105.

Orlando Pirates have hit the ground running. The Sea Robbers have officially announced the signing of Andre de Jong from Stellenbosch FC.

A homecoming for Siya Kolisi at the Stormers is on the horizon, and here is when he will rejoin the Cape-based side.

Ulster back row Bryn Ward says he has “learnt a lot” from Juarno Augustus after impressing when replacing the injured star against Munster.

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.

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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...

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi touched down in Jeffrey’s Bay, the ‘South African home’ of his rumoured girlfriend, Rachel John.

Private school fees in South Africa have climbed sharply in 2026, with several schools now charging over R400 000 a year.

After a painstaking five-week wait, January 2026 SASSA Older Person Grants will bring some much-needed New Year relief this week …

‘He departs with the gratitude and best wishes of all at Stellenbosch FC,’ read a Stellies club statement.

The power system remains stable and continues to meet demand, Eskom says.

The Royals are lying second in the SA20 standings, just two points behind log leaders Joburg Super Kings.

‘There are schools that are now charging more than R400 000 per learner’

Novus Holdings is vowing to fight a Takeover Regulation Panel ruling that it must increase its offer to Mustek shareholders.

South Africans who need to apply for or collect Home Affairs documents from the department’s offices will benefit from extended operating hours from 5 to 16 January 2026.

Thuto.io targets learners in grades 8-12, providing tools for daily academic engagement, performance-based rewards.

Raise an eyebrow for World Logic Day

All days of the year host an annual celebration.

January 14 is a day of the year.

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Motorists are starting the new year with a considerable reduction in the price of petrol and diesel.

Hyundai Motor Executive Chair Chung Euisun has warned of a tough year ahead for the global auto industry.

Wellness is a multi-trillion pound industry which continues to grow – and this year is less about maxing out, more about recovering well.

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