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When State prosecutor George Baloyi took him through that statement, Gwabini denied everything.

Cachalia was speaking in Gqeberha during an stakeholder engagement focused on tackling crime.

Sassa will also work with Home Affairs to assist with lost IDs.

Six men are facing multiple murder charges for the brutal killing of 18 people.

The US pop superstar is among nine songwriters who have been inducted into the 2026 class.

Another eight Palestinians were killed by Israeli artillery and gunfire across Gaza on Wednesday, according to medics.

A stencilled outline of a hand found on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi is the world’s oldest known cave painting, researchers say.

Kizza Besigye’s party says his condition is critical, but authorities say he was taken to hospital for a routine check-up.

Thousands of Senegal fans join the parade to celebrate Afcon champions on their return home.

The new government is addressing fuel shortages and strengthening the budget but many are not happy.

Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba is accused by Burkina Faso of trying to kill current President Ibrahim Traoré.

The Office of Road and Rail says it was missing “critical points” when it made a decision.

One conservative justice warned that the White House interpretation of the law could “shatter” Federal Reserve independence.

McBride was probed over evidence suggesting he was in constant communication with Trent.

Ramaphosa responded to Iran’s participation in the Will for Peace naval drills near Simon’s Town.

Former IPID head Robert McBride is appearing for a second day before the Ad Hoc Committee

Former IPID head Robert McBride is continuing his testimony at Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee.

Tshegotso Mabasa’s goal gave Gavin Hunt a winning start as Stellenbosch head coach but will he sign the striker permanently?

Manager Martin O’Neill has confirmed that Tomas Cvancara is on his way to Celtic, so what can fans expect from the Czech Republic striker?

The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) is warned it is out of touch with fans after facing questions in parliament over their aims to cut a professional team.

How does the Constitutional Court’s ruling on customary marriages impact Black Coffee’s appeal of a divorce judgment against ex, Enhle Mbali?

Applying for a Smart ID through a South African bank in 2026? Here’s what it costs and what to expect before you book your appointment.

The Constitutional Court has ruled that antenuptial contracts signed after customary marriages, which are classified as civil, are invalid.

The Sunrisers, two-time former winners, will get a second chance at qualifying for the final.

Amor Vittone seemingly hinted that marriage might be on the near horizon as her relationship with businessman Marius van Biljon deepens.

A total of R21 million in jackpots is up for grabs tonight. Here are your Lotto and Lotto Plus results for 21 January 2026.

Favourite draws well at No 2.

Shark makes some seriously powerful vacuums, from handheld vacs to steam mops. Don’t miss $100 off, 10% off, and more limited-time coupons from WIRED.

A huge portion of the United States is going to be hit with snow or freezing rain this weekend. Exactly where, what, and how much remains uncertain.

WIRED analyzed more than 5,000 papers from NeurIPS using OpenAI’s Codex to understand the areas where the US and China actually work together on AI research.

Six more Chinese brands are coming to South Africa this year, bringing everything from a Toyota Prado rival to electric bakkies and family SUVs.

South Africa is facing a severe shortage of traffic officers.

Dr Jo Blodgett from UCL explains an approach that considers how much you move – and don’t move – across the day.

Scientist Mark Miodownik explores the potential impact of ‘forever chemicals’ present in some cookware. Made in partnership with the Royal Society.

Leanne Abeyance, from Telford, is waiting for reconstructive surgery and remains in constant pain.

A nurse was reinstated after a probe found no evidence she had identified a transgender patient.