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The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry submitted its first interim report to President Cyril Ramaphosa on 17 December 2025.

Johann Rupert’s decades-long reinvention of a family empire has firmly established him as one of the most influential figures in global luxury.

Four suspects were killed in two separate shootouts with police in Joburg and Ekurhuleni on Wednesday.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has received the interim report from the Madlanga commission, which is investigating criminality, political interference, and corruption in the criminal justice system.

The ANC says DJ Warras championed rule of law, using his platform to fight hijacking of buildings.

DJ Warras was gunned down in the Johannesburg CBD on Tuesday afternoon.

MMC Tshwaku says police have identified a woman as a person of interest in the murder of DJ Warras

Hundreds of mourners bearing bright bouquets and clutching each other in grief gathered at a funeral in Sydney on Thursday for a 10-year-old girl who was gunned down in an antisemitic massacre during a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach.

The Trump administration has announced a massive package of arms sales to Taiwan valued at more than $10 billion that includes medium-range missiles, howitzers and drones, a move that is sure to infuriate China.

Measures include fresh penalties for ‘those who spread hate’ as well as new powers to cancel or refuse visas.

As two-time runner-up Mohamed Salah prepares for another tilt at the Africa Cup of Nations, BBC Sport Africa profiles other stars who never lifted the trophy.

The seven Kenyans had previously been denied working visas and will now be deported, South Africa says.

A plan for a brand new road that should boost trade comes at a cost to some farmers.

Victor Osimhen is described as a striker “on another level” by team-mate Frank Onyeka ahead of Nigeria’s bid to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

The Department of Communication and Digital Technology has killed the South African Post Office’s monopoly on delivering small parcels in the country.

Volunteers say rising demand in Luton for their help sees people queuing down the street for food.

BusinessTech is South Africa’s top business news website with a large and influential audience.

Here are 5 important things happening in South Africa today, Thursday, 18 December 2025.

Sebolai, who is an ANC councillor, has been removed following a council sitting.

Patriotic Alliance MP Ashley Sauls attended the funeral of Witness D, Marius van der Merwe.

The Commission is probing criminality, political Interference, and corruption in the justice system

MKP member of the provincial legislature, Siphiwe Mbatha-Moyo blamed Boyce for the chaos.

FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the 23rd edition of the global football showpiece, contested by national teams from FIFA’s member associations.

FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the 23rd FIFA World Cup, contested by the national teams of the member associations of FIFA.

Devon Conway and Tom Latham share New Zealand’s second highest opening partnership in Test cricket as they dominate West Indies in Mount Maunganui.

How much attention have you paid to what’s happened in the world of sport during the past seven days?

Keir Starmer, announcing new strategy, says ‘toxic ideas are taking hold early and going unchallenged’

Children as young as 11 who demonstrate misogynistic behaviour will be taught the difference between pornography and real relationships, as part of a multimillion-pound investment to tackle misogyny in England’s schools, the Guardian understands.

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Nu Metro has reopened at Cavendish Square in Cape Town with a revamped movie complex that includes VIP cinemas and in-seat dining.

Hakimi is a key figure in Moroccan plans to end a five-decade wait and lift the AFCON trophy a second time.

City won the League Cup four years in a row under Guardiola between 2018 and 2021.

‘Process flawed’ says Salga.

South Africa’s major fibre networks have a new target market, but a few upstarts have already established formidable coverage among these customers.

I have been testing the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum 5 in my home for several days, and I am impressed with its ability to keep my floors clean without getting in my way.

This Christmas, give a gift that transforms everyday moments into shared experiences. The Skyworth X6600H is more than a TV.

Over 1.3 million readers rely on TopAuto each month, making it a powerful channel for brand visibility.

Gauteng drivers are by far the biggest culprits, with 255,455 unroadworthy vehicles in the province.

The Chinese government is ramping up its efforts to curb “excessive competition” in the local car industry.

Experts say there is a complex picture behind why more babies are being delivered through surgery.

Resident doctors in England are striking between 17 and 22 December, the 14th walkout since 2023.

Complex presenter Kimberly Wilson speaks to Nina Higson-Sweeney about ways to manage OCD.