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The South African rand strengthened from around R19.93 per US dollar in 2025 to R16.30 in early 2026, and this trend is expected to continue.

Nigerian troops have rescued 62 hostages and killed two militants in separate operations in Kebbi and Zamfara states as part of an ongoing offensive against armed groups in the northwest, the army said on Wednesday.

About 500 residents fled their homes following alleged intimidation from illegal miners

It is reported that there have been no injuries in the Franschhoek fires, only damage to equipment

Two people were killed and three others were wounded outside the Booysen’s Magistrate’s Court.

NPR’s Leila Fadel asks veteran diplomat Richard Haass about President Trump’s objectives with his address to the World Economic Forum in Switzerland.

Some of the president’s fellow Republicans oppose him – but it’s not clear if they would join Democrats to block a takeover of the island.

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.

South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago says he favours ending the use of the prime interest rate in the country.

While the Atlantic Seaboard is often seen as the most valuable residential strip in South Africa, it has now been joined by a fellow Cape Town area.

The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

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

W. Cape cabinet set to decide whether or not to declare Knysna a disaster area due to the drought

Former IPID head Robert McBride will continue testifying at the Ad Hoc Committee hearing.

Fikile Mbalula added that the election year must be “the decisive year to fix local government”.

Hampshire’s Ben Mayes smashes 191 – an England U19s World Cup record – against Scotland in Harare.

With the PGA Tour going on the offensive, how hard LIV’s paymasters fight to keep Bryson DeChambeau may well go a long way to dictating the future credibility of its series, writes Dan Roan.

England white-ball captain Harry Brook says supporters have “every right to be annoyed” with his behaviour after he was punched by a nightclub bouncer on a tour of New Zealand before the Ashes.

The Stormers’ squad planning has received another boost after an important backline player has put pen to paper on a contract extension.

Jaden Smith has a big notch in his belt after his Paris Fashion Week debut as Christian Louboutin’s Men’s Creative Director.

A Cape Town couple plan to launch WattWallet, a pay later prepaid electricity app to help households who run out of power before payday.

Ready to reap the fruits of a bountiful South African summer? The Delheim Harvest Festival in Stellenbosch awaits you this February!

Recent rainfall and inter-dam pumping contribute to slight improvement, but municipality warns severe strain continues.

Ramaphosa said confronting these five challenges was essential to building a ‘resilient, inclusive and future-ready education system’.

He was previously linked with a move to Belgium, but the transfer failed to materialise.

It aligns with the National Development Plan’s goals, emphasising inclusive digital transformation to ensure no community is left behind.

Electricity market liberalisation, new trading rules and grid reform will define renewable energy progress in 2026.

South Africa’s latest trial of digital sound broadcasting – using DRM technology – is set to be launched next month.

Silicon Valley’s battle against AI regulation is already shaping the next US election cycle.

The second version of Nikon’s Z5 brings improved autofocus, faster burst rates, and impressive video specs, making it one of the best “entry-level” full-frame cameras on the market.

The VW Polo is a staple of the South African auto scene, but its price tag has grown considerably over the last few years.

A major South African airline has halted all flights to one airport until Valentine’s Day.

Motoring retail giant Motus is facing legal action following its decision to retrench dozens of workers in South Africa.

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.

Steph Hoy dropped from 25 stone to eight stone after surgery.