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Two-time champion Peter Wright loses in straight sets to German debutant Arno Merk in round two of the PDC World Championship.

Russell Brand will appear in court on 20 January 2026 over the new charges.

Footage captures the moment rescuers discover a survivor in the wreckage of a plane crash that killed at least 5 people, with one person still missing.

A judge says the Campaign Against Antisemitism’s private prosecution was intended to get Hunter “cancelled”.

Families, friends and fans gathered to bid farewell to Warrick “DJ Warras” Stock.

The killing of DJ Warras outside a Johannesburg CBD building raises gang violence fears.

Border Management Authority reports fewer travellers at Lebombo Border compared to last year.

The deceased is the brother of alleged extortionist who was also shot and killed

President Trump has announced the Navy will begin building a new fleet of warships. And, a federal judge has ruled the deportations of more than 100 Venezuelan men to El Salvador were illegal.

A bill passed by parliament expands temporary powers introduced during the Gaza war to shutter outlets seen as a security threat.

AFP’s Dylan Collins was among journalists injured in an Israeli attack on Lebanon in 2023. The attack killed Reuters’ Issam Abdallah. Collins was in Washington this month to press for accountability.

Those particularly affected are children and pregnant women – some going without food for days.

The Kenyan marathoner has all the running accolades he needs but is now focusing on new goals.

The victims, who include men, women and children, were ambushed on Sunday night as they travelled between villages.

Police are investigating the circumstances of the death of 20-year-old Karen Lojore.

Renowned economist Dawie Roodt says that the National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme will be a disaster for taxpayers and the national fiscus.

Renowned economist Dawie Roodt says that the National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme will be a disaster for taxpayers and the national fiscus.

Over the course of 2025, several new car brands have launched in South Africa, all coming from Asia. 

The Bitou Deputy Mayor was seen in a widely circulated video at the weekend, firing a gun.

Boyce suspended 31 MK and one EFF member, accusing them of an assault on the House’s dignity.

Parliament’s Spokesperson Moloto Mothapo says 40 public hearings were held all over the country.

James McClean is banned for three matches following an incident during Wrexham’s defeat at Swansea City last Friday.

Celtic manager Wilfried Nancy is eager to retain Daizen Maeda and insists the forward is “really happy” at the Scottish champions after a possible summer exit was blocked.

Head coach Brian Barry-Murphy has revealed how illness has swept through his Cardiff City squad, potentially ruling out at least three infected players.

Head coach Derek McInnes insists Hearts are “a good proposition” as the Scottish Premiership leaders aim to strengthen in January.

Minnie Dlamini has issued a scathing statement in the aftermath of the SIU investigation into irregular funding by the NLC, for which she says she was publicly and unfairly ‘singled out’.

‘Call of Duty’ co-creator Vince Zampella and another person have died after car crash.

Through the lens: The Citizen’s Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.

Metro FM talk show host Faith Mangope has announced her engagement to Sean McKenna, sharing intimate moments from a romantic Brazil proposal.

The tavern owner had insisted her operating documents were valid.

Consumers buying used cars have long worried about what could go wrong, but two recent consumer wins now offer greater protection.

Looking ahead to early 2026, one crypto market trend is impossible to overlook: staking is quietly emerging as one of the most reliable avenues to earn passive income amid constant volatility. Bitcoin recently slid below US$89,000, while Solana (SOL) dropped to US$127.60—down 3.5% in just 24 hours—yet capital keeps flowing toward infrastructure, yield opportunities, and […]

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The battle for dominance in South Africa’s e-commerce sector has moved away from the leafy suburbs of Sandton and into the lavish, bustling, high-growth corridors of the township economy. However, as giants like Amazon and Takealot vie for this untapped market, they are discovering that the biggest barrier to entry isn’t demand. No, it is […]

TopAuto connects automotive brands with 1.5 million active vehicle researchers every month.

There are only six cars left in South Africa with an automatic gearbox that can be bought for less than R250,000.

Bertie Melly was in hospital for 18 months after his premature birth in May 2024.

Illuminating new science on artificial light and our health.