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Africa’s largest telecom company has become embroiled in Iran’s decision to shut down communications during this month’s deadly crackdown on protests.

Arsenal midfielder Ethan Nwaneri joins French club Marseille on loan for the remainder of the season.

Sean Jefferson and Amy Leigh Clarke deny murdering their five-week-old baby Darcy-Leigh Jefferson.

There is no timescale on on-loan Everton winger Jack Grealish’s recovery from a stress fracture in his foot, says manager David Moyes.

Municipal spokesperson Jo-Anne Otto says various teams are on site.

Former principal, dismissed for sexual assault, kills 3 teachers in school shooting, then himself.

SAWS is predicting lower than average rainfall for a second consecutive year.

Mayor Xhakaza denies interfering in probes after ex-auditor Mafole’s murder over tender report.

It’s the first time representatives from Kyiv, Moscow and Washington have come together since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

Lam, 68, pledged to accelerate economic growth and was reappointed unanimously by the 180-member Central Committee at the conclusion of the National Party Congress.

Donald Trump is pushing hard for a peace deal – but major issues between Russia and Ukraine are still unresolved, writes Sarah Rainsford.

Khadija Ahmadzada was detained for being in “violation” of rules “regarding women’s sports gyms”, a Taliban spokesman said.

Reinforcements are sent to the town of Bor, a strategic staging post on the way to the capital, Juba.

The authorities tried to stop their export arguing they were part of the country’s heritage.

Orlando Magic’s Desmond Bane says he would be keen on representing Nigeria ahead of the 2028 Olympics and suggests other NBA players could do the same.

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?

Etwatwa Crossing will open in the second half of 2026, bringing formal retail to a historically underserved community.

Barloworld has officially been acquired by a consortium led by Saudi Arabian investors, and is set to delist from the JSE next week.

The British arm of Tesla has faced multiple court proceedings linked to allegations of road traffic offences.

Thembeka Ngcukaitobi is representing Julius Malema.

Thembeka Ngcukaitobi is representing Julius Malema.

Cholota says that the state humiliated her during her extradition.

Mlambo says Cholota’s extradition was unlawful but does not bar the High Court from prosecuting.

American Patrick Reed leads England’s Andy Sullivan by one shot after round two of the Dubai Desert Classic, with Rory McIlroy seven off the pace after a second-round 69.

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou feels the new three signings are intergrating well within the team.

The Football Association commissions a Universal Music Group company to create anthems for both the men’s and women’s FA Cup tournaments.

Williams will miss next week’s first pre-season test in Barcelona following delays completing their new car.

Nando’s has thrown shade at its fast food rival, Steers, after the latter was accused of exploiting its employees…

Nicki Minaj can breathe a sigh of relief after concluding a chapter in her life that could have seen her losing her house.

A 22-year-old fisherman has been rescued after getting into difficulty while fishing at Swartvlei Beach in Sedgefield.

Iconic Italian fashion designer Valentino passed away at age 93 in Rome on 19 January 2026.

The magistrate postponed the trial to April for final arguments.

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The fatal attack by a former teacher at Ntabankulu Primary School has claimed a third teacher, leaving families and pupils devastated.

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for 22 January 2026.

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The CQC finds that only minimal improvements have been made at two NHS hospitals.