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READER LETTER | Let free speech thrive
The right to freedom of expression upholds the rights of all to express their views and opinions freely.
FRIDAY, 23 JANUARY 2026, 08:08

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The right to freedom of expression upholds the rights of all to express their views and opinions freely.
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The health of our democracy rests on journalists being able to work without any fear.

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Chivaviro is slowly adapting to life in Saudi Arabia with four of his five goals for Al-Adalah coming in his last three matches.

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Richemont agreed to sell Swiss watchmaker Baume & Mercier to Italy’s Damiani Group following a slowdown in the market for pricey timepieces.

South Africa
A candlelight ceremony was held in honour of learners who died in Vaal crash on Thursday.

South Africa
Operators in Lenasia, south of Johannesburg have threatened to down tools on Friday.

South Africa
The community of Ntabankulu has been left traumatised after the shooting of educators.

South Africa
Witness in the Meyiwa murder trial, Sifiso Gwabini Zungu, concluded his testimony on Thursday.

World
Some 160 people are believed to be missing after attackers raided three churches in a Nigerian village on Sunday.

World
Olivia Rodrigo, Arctic Monkeys and Pulp are among the artists who recorded new songs for War Child.

World
Political spats brewing since the tragedy last month have overshadowed a national day of mourning.

World
A UN spokesman said conditions inside the camp remained “tense and volatile” after Kurdish-led forces withdrew.

Africa
The announcement that the Africa Cup of Nations will be hosted every four years from 2028 sparked division, but what will it mean for the game on the continent?

Africa
The opposition politician is accused of election violence in which at least seven people were killed.

Africa
Regional powers Ecowas had previously warned junta head Horta N’Tam against such a long wait for elections.

Africa
Police Minister Firoz Cachalia says organised crime is growing more complex, requiring new strategies.

Business
Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 23 January 2026.

Business
The app was due to be banned in the US a year ago if its Chinese owner hadn’t sold its business in America.
Business

Business
Gerhard Papenfus, CEO of the National Employers’ Association of South Africa (NEASA), said there is is one policy decision by the ANC that has done immense and lasting damage to the country’s economy.

Politics
Mkhwanazi agreed the payments were inappropriate and says he regrets receiving the money.

Politics
Malema was conviction for discharging a firearm during the EFF’s fifth anniversary celebrations.

Politics
The court was scheduled to hand down its ruling tomorrow on their application.

Politics
Marius van der Merwe was gunned down outside his house in Brakpan.

Sport
CSA will need to answer for missed transformation targets, having just made major changes to the T20 World Cup squad.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs are set for a demanding eight-day run. Two CAF Confederation Cup games with a key Betway Premiership clash sandwiched between them.

Sport
BBC Sport Scotland examines Rangers’ turn in fortunes recently under Danny Rohl.

Sport
World number one Scottie Scheffler shoots a nine-under 63 in the first round of the American Express in California on his first PGA Tour appearance of the season.
Education
Documents unsealed by a federal judge on Thursday include dossiers that investigators prepared on pro-Palestinian student activists before they were targeted for deportation.
Education
[Nile Post] The Ministry of Education and Sports has authorised international schools across Uganda to continue with Term Two learning activities and ongoing examinations despite discrepancies between national and international academic calendars.
Education
[Nile Post] The Minister of State for Agriculture in charge of Fisheries, Hellen Adoa, on Wednesday led Parliament in paying tribute to the late former Ngora District Woman Member of Parliament, Stella Apolot Isodo, describing her as a committed legislator who consistently championed the welfare of women and the education of the girl child.
Education
[Daily Trust] A 300-level student of the Department of Computer Science at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai (IBBUL), Niger State, identified as Kelvin Danlami, has reportedly died by suicide after losing N600,000 to sports betting.

Lifestyle
Rachel Kolisi, estranged wife of Springboks captain Siya Kolisi, expressed her excitement for the year ahead as she turned 36.

Lifestyle
Victoria Beckham’s dancing at Brooklyn’s wedding was a sticking point for her son, further putting a wedge in their already fragile relationship.

Lifestyle
An app comparing the prices of grocery items from four major food retailers will soon be available to South Africans…

Lifestyle
Airlines may be benefiting from an unlikely source of improved fuel efficiency: lighter passengers. Here’s how …

Entertainment
A Toyota Hilux was overtaking when it collided head-on with the Volkswagen Bus.

Entertainment
There has also been a recall for Ryan Rickelton and Tristan Stubbs.

Entertainment
Political analysts say a possible jail sentence for Malema could bring his political career to an abrupt end.

Entertainment
The case against Malema has dragged on since 2018, involving multiple charges under the Firearms Control Act.

Science/Tech
The Shoprite Group has reached a significant milestone regarding its solar power generation goals.

Science/Tech
The Department of Home Affairs and major South African banks are on track to add another 100 locations where people can get smart ID cards by the end of March 2026.
Science/Tech
Intel says it struggled to satisfy demand for its AI data-center CPUs while new PC chips squeeze margins. CEO Lip-Bu Tan framed the turnaround as supply-constrained, not demand-constrained, with manufacturing yields (18A) improving but still below targets. Reuters reports: The forecast underscores the difficulties faced by Intel in predicting global chip markets, where the company’s current...
Science/Tech
A federal judge revealed a previously undisclosed ~$800 million, six-year partnership between Epic Games and Google tied to Unreal Engine services and joint marketing. It raises questions about whether the deal influenced Epic’s willingness to settle its antitrust case over Android. The Verge reports: [California District Judge James Donato] allowed Epic and Google to keep most of the details...

Motoring
The Retail Motor Industry Organisation is encouraging 2025 matriculants to join South Africa’s automotive industry.

Motoring
Volvo has finally revealed the new EX60, a midsize electric SUV with a range of 810km.

Motoring
The state of South Africa’s roads have been blamed for poor tourism performance.

Motoring
These are five of the safest and most affordable cars suited for students and young professionals in South Africa.
Health
At two congressional hearings, lawmakers slammed executives of major companies, saying they were failing to rein in the cost of medical care for consumers.
Health
A planned U.S.-funded study of a hepatitis B vaccine drew widespread condemnation from researchers. Now the host country says it cannot proceed.
Health
The prohibition halts support for projects both inside and outside the N.I.H. President Biden had restored funding after an earlier ban by President Trump during his first term.
Health
Narcissism has become a catchall label for a range of frustrating behaviors. Here are some misconceptions about what it means.