
South Africa welcomes 1 669 New Year’s Day babies
South Africa ushered in the new year with the birth of 1 669 babies, with renewed concern over an increase in teenage pregnancies.
WEDNESDAY, 07 JANUARY 2026, 23:01

South Africa ushered in the new year with the birth of 1 669 babies, with renewed concern over an increase in teenage pregnancies.

Gauteng police have raised concern over the continued sale of illicit alcohol at some outlets across the province.

The NSRI has issued a safety plea to the public, urging extra caution when swimming along South Africa’s coastline.

It’s the beginning of the end for the ‘green mamba’ SA ID booklet, with Home Affairs betting big on digital identifiers in 2026 …

Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa was a picture of regal elegance at her uncle’s Mozambique wedding.

Pop sensation Tyla has broken a 56-year-old record previously held by the late Miriam Makeba on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Queen Camilla revealed that she was attacked by a man as a teenager while she was on a train. Take a look…

Here’s the latest on SASSA Child Support Grants in January 2026, including payment dates and proposed increases and amendments …

America’s Got Talent star Brian King Joseph is suing Hollywood star Will Smith over sexual harassment claims.

The dawn of 2026 brought more than fireworks and celebrations for one fortunate South African, who scooped the R65 million Lotto jackpot.

American streamer iShowSpeed has sparked another viral moment after taking part in a live shark-diving broadcast off South Africa’s coast.

Multi-award-winning musician Makhadzi is “recovering well” in hospital following a road incident on the N1 outside Mokopane in Limpopo.