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South African meat prices climbed at the fastest pace in nearly eight years in December and are set to stay elevated in the near term as the country battles an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in cattle.

Supply disruptions in Kazakhstan and improved 2026 demand outlook provides support

Legal experts warned that casual messaging now carries serious legal risks, as WhatsApp messages, voice notes and even deleted chats can be used as court evidence or trigger defamation claims.

The man, who was transporting learners to school, was found to be carrying more than 20 scholars

Israeli forces on Wednesday killed at least 11 Palestinians in Gaza, including two boys, three journalists and a woman, hospitals said, on one of the enclave ‘s deadliest days since the ceasefire took effect.

Several people are missing after a landslide at campsite in the New Zealand tourist hotspot of Mount Maunganui.

The internet was shut during the general election, leaving many people without any income – or entertainment.

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.

More money than expected was collected through tax and higher National Insurance Contributions, although public sector spending also increased

Construction on the first phase of the newest campus for the private Afrikaans higher education institution, Akademia, has officially started.

Extensive research from MyBroadband shows that MTN is comfortably the nation’s best mobile network.

Witness testimonies at the Ad Hoc Committee kicked off four months ago.

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

With high temperatures and very high UV levels at the Australian Open, BBC Sport looks at the effects of playing for hours outdoors.

When the Denver Broncos host the New England Patriots on Sunday in the AFC Championship game, it will be with a back-up quarterback who has not thrown an NFL pass for two seasons.

Jessica Pegula says it “sucked” and Lorenzo Musetti admits it “was not easy” as both put friendships aside to crush their doubles partners at the Australian Open.

A double World Cup-winning Springbok is approaching a year out of the game, but there is still hope that a comeback could be on the cards.

Love watching an entire series in one go, unable to wait for the next episode? Research says what binge-watching addiction reveals about you.

US YouTuber IShowSpeed celebrated his 21st birthday by hitting 50 million subscribers while in Nigeria on his African tour.

An environmental activist has claimed to have found South Africa’s ‘dirties’ beach – located in Cape Town! Take a look…

Bayern joined table-toppers Arsenal in guaranteeing a top-eight finish with a game to spare.

The driver is expected to appear before the Vanderbijlpark Magistrate’s Court on Thursday.

The South African Weather Service details warm conditions for Pretoria and Johannesburg

One scholar driver has also been arrested for carrying more children in his vehicle than it was allowed to.

Global demand for smartphones, PCs and gaming consoles is expected to shrink this year amid surging RAM prices.

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MTN has the best overall mobile data network quality in South Africa, but Vodacom dominates in 5G.

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Pre-owned buyers in South Africa have a clear favourite.

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

Chloe booked an abortion because her sickness was so severe she could not look after herself.

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