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The Ndimande brothers were transferred to the high-security Ebongweni C-max prison, affecting their defence consultations. The defence, unaware of the transfer until January 2, wants them moved back to Westville.

Veterans give their verdicts on past and possible future champs

The DA has condemned Gauteng’s Education Department for leaving thousands of learners unplaced with the school year only days away, but the DA-run Western Cape is struggling with the same crisis.

Data shows that sick pay rates in South Africa are among the best in Africa, with employees earning an average of R1,863.29 in mandatory sick pay for a week off.

Minister Gwarube outlines measures to tighten matric exam security.

UMALUSI reports that over 300 subjects were written at 9 400 examination centres for matric 2025

Soil of Africa wants accountability from authorities regarding learner school placements for 2026

62 year old man suspected of raping a 37 year old woman appears at Thabamoopo Magistrate’s Court

Commissioned by NPR in December in partnership with Ipsos, the share of people who believe the U.S. is a moral leader dropped to 39% from 60% in a similar poll conducted in 2017.

President Trump wants U.S. oil companies to help revitalize Venezuela’s struggling oil industry. But with oil prices low and the political future uncertain, oil companies may be reluctant to gamble.

President Trump has said the U.S. may be “running” Venezuela for years, raising questions about the administration’s plans for the country and how long they might take.

NPR’s Steve Inskeep speaks with Washington Post columnist David Ignatius about what the U.S. staying in Venezuela for years might look like and the history of U.S. involvement in other countries.

The Royal Court found the funds were “more likely than not” proceeds from a corrupt scheme.

Michel Nkuka Mboladinga stood motionless throughout DR Congo’s Afcon matches in tribute to Patrice Lumumba.

The organisers of a professional women’s tournament which has gone viral because of a wildcard player’s poor performance acknowledge she should not have been allowed to play.

The Half of a Yellow Sun and We Should All Be Feminists writer’s twin boys were born in 2024.

Deputy Defence Minister Bantu Holomisa shrugged off criticism of South Africa hosting naval exercises with BRICS countries, questioning why it is “such a big deal”.

Business Talk is the go-to place to enjoy engaging discussions with South Africa’s foremost business leaders.

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Valterra Platinum is one of Anchor Capital’s stock picks for 2026, with the company expected to outperform is competitors.

The National Freedom Party (NFP) has reaffirmed its decision to withdraw from the KZN GPU

ANC Treasurer General Dr Gwen Ramokgopa says party policies are immune from business influence. 

NFP to hold media briefing to address the party’s position regarding its participation in KZN GPU

Minister Siviwe Gwarube set to brief the media to outline measures to tighten matric exam security

NFL analyst Phoebe Schecter gives her predictions as this season’s play-offs begin with Wildcard Weekend.

Everton say they are “surprised and disappointed” after their appeal against Michael Keane’s red card against Wolves is rejected.

Livingston host Kilmarnock in a vital match at the bottom of the Scottish Premiership as Martin O’Neill returns to the Celtic dugout and Hearts new boy Jordi Altena bids to build on a promising debut.

Wales head coach Craig Bellamy describes Terry Yorath’s impact on Welsh football as “immeasurable” as tributes are paid to the late ex-Wales boss.

If you own a solar panel system, you are at risk of solar panel fires. Take a look at how you can prevent them from occurring.

The City of Johannesburg has launched an investigation into 17 residential properties in Bryanston, suspected of being hijacked.

A big cat sanctuary – Panthera Africa – in the Western Cape has been severely burned amid raging wildfires…

Police share key tips to help the public stay safe from this scam.

The NFP has also requested Mbali Shinga to resign from her role as MEC for Social Development.

Nyaba has previously made similar allegations on social media.

This negative-oxygen-ion-generating purifier claims to create a “forestlike atmosphere” in your bedroom.

Umalusi CEO Mafu Rakometsi has warned that the learners involved in the 2025 matric exam leak could face severe consequences.

Johannesburg – A selected group of 50 South African students is travelling to study e-commerce in China. The graduates selected from 21 Technical, Vocational and Education Training (TVET) colleges will receive training in e-commerce and global exposure in international retail standards and trade trends. The students will depart from OR Tambo International Airport on Monday, […]

We’ve already geoengineered the planet through the careless release of greenhouse gases. Now we need a plan to manage the risks we’ve set in motion

A few months ago, Marjorie Taylor Greene, then a Georgia representative, held a hearing on her bill to ban research on “geoengineering”, which refers to technological climate interventions, such as using reflective particles to reflect away...

Toyota sold an average of 405 cars per day in South Africa in 2025.

Volvo plans to launch a new luxury SUV and sedan in South Africa this year.

Global automakers are pressing ahead with aggressive price cuts in early 2026, defying Beijing’s efforts to rein in discounts.

This Chinese carmaker is rapidly expanding in South Africa with considerable sales figures across its various brands.

In Birmingham hospitals knives are regularly found, with one produced by a patient ready for an MRI.

Ski Sunday’s Ed Leigh and Chemmy Alcott share advice on how to keep safe and warm.