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Former British soldier Hayden Davies, labelled a mercenary by Russia, will be sent to a maximum-security prison.

State-owned enterprises have weighed heavily on the state’s balance sheet over the past few decades, with government guarantees to these companies reaching over R700 billion in 2025.

Currently, only 0.7% of the country’s GDP is allocated to the defence budget.

The South African Weather Service forecasts partly cloudy conditions with afternoon thundershowers for Christmas and New Year’s Day, potentially bringing heavy downpours, lightning, and gusty winds, particularly in central and eastern regions.

The Polokwane High Court continues with sentencing proceedings against murder convict Rameez Patel.

Water is steadily re-entering the network, but some communities continue to experience low pressure.

The aunt of the youngest victim of the Bondi shooting says those who are angry should “plant a seed of happiness” in their heart in memory of her niece Matilda..

The U.S. will sell Taiwan $10 billion in weapons, including missiles, howitzers and drones, a move expected to escalate tensions with China.

European Union leaders will meet in Brussels on Thursday to decide whether to use frozen Russian assets to help finance Ukraine’s war effort.

President Trump has ordered a ban on all sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, escalating pressure on the country’s president.

The air force personnel have been released but have not yet returned home, Nigeria says.

Manchester Museum curators hope the exhibition of African items will provoke ‘honest conversation’.

British citizens Abdifatah Gulaid and Noah Ihiekwe were seen carrying guns and parading with troops.

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 government’s decision to hike the fuel levy this year ensured fuel prices ended up worse off in 2025.

The demand follows a “super-complaint” about the home and travel insurance sectors.

As temperatures fall across much of the UK, how should you heat your home and keep yourself safe?

The Commission is probing criminality, corruption, political interference claims by Lt Gen Mkhwanazi

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

Look back at what was an incredible year for South African rugby, with both the Springbok men’s and women’s teams excelling.

The Kansas City Chiefs have made an early exit from the NFL play-off race, leaving the road to the Super Bowl open. Who are the pretenders to their throne?

At 7ft 9in (2.36m), Olivier Rioux becomes the tallest player to score a dunk in the college game.

Former Wales and Llanelli prop Anthony Buchanan resigns from the Welsh Rugby Union council after losing confidence in the governing body.

SA-born billionaire Elon Musk slammed his transgender daughter, claiming she has ‘woke mind virus’ and continued to refer to her as his son.

For Ndungwana, the timing of the win carries deep personal significance.

Tshwane and Johannesburg will experience similar weather patterns, with daytime heat before rainfall develops later in the day.

The list of features 40 countries, with 26 of them coming from Africa. The US accuses them of not having proper document control.

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Is the latest iPhone operating system aesthetically appealing? No. But is it useful? Also no. At least I have company among the disgruntled.

Frogfoot’s 2026 fibre-to-the-home price hikes will kick in on 1 February 2026.

The edtech firms unite to accelerate innovation, expand courses, and serve millions worldwide.

Motorists in South Africa can look forward to a price reduction for both petrol and diesel this January.

The South African African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has issued a warning for South Africans during the festive season.

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A doctor from Chelmsford calls for more checks to stop the drugs being sold inappropriately online.

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.