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Nestled in the heart of Stellenbosch on the vibrant Dorp Street is a shop, stocked with everything from wine to honey and hand-crafted clothing, that has been in operation for over 120 years.

Democratic senators urged President Donald Trump on Wednesday to reverse a recall of nearly 30 career ambassadors, warning the move leaves a dangerous leadership vacuum that allows adversaries like Russia and China to expand their reach.

Bribery of traffic officers and drunken driving hit a record high this festive season, with 48 motorists arrested for attempting to bribe traffic officers, while drunken driving increased drastically.

Former Scotland, Nottingham Forest and Derby County winger John Robertson – once described by manager Brian Clough as “a Picasso of our game” – dies at the age of 72.

The seven injured people in the Limpopo N1 fatal crash have been to hospital.

Love Sport Africa, a Gqeberha-based non-profit organisation, is spreading the festive cheer in EC.

The Durban Mai-Mai borrowed its name from the famous KwaMai-Mai market.

Mmong the mothers are three 15-year-old girls who delivered at hospitals in Durban. 

A group of hobbyists in Belgium make drones that help on the frontline of a war.

With a ceasefire in place in Gaza, Bethlehem in the West Bank is resuming its festive Christmas celebrations.

A conservative candidate backed by President Trump won Honduras’ contested presidential election.

Asfura won Honduras’ presidential election, electoral authorities said Wednesday afternoon, ending a weeks-long count that has whittled away at the credibility of the nation’s electoral system.

Sporting great Eliud Kipchoge says his plan to run marathons on seven different continents is about purpose, not records.

A drought has led to water being rationed in Dar es Salaam, with taps sometimes dry for weeks.

As he competes at Afcon 2025 with Burkina Faso, Dango Ouattara says Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa inspired him to become the latest African to star for Brentford.

Jane Ansah is going in a private capacity but reports about the cost and entourage have riled people up.

South Africans can expect a modest salary increase in 2026.

Grace Trust says it offers the Christmas spirit all year to people on Jersey who are struggling.

The combined net worth of seven of South Africa’s wealthiest individuals stood at $41 billion (R687.5 billion) at the end of 2025.

Bloemfontein’s property market remains the cheapest among all of South Africa’s metros, making it incredibly popular with young buyers.

It argues that the plans threaten marine life and could negatively impact the tourism sector

Hlongwa died in hospital on Tuesday following an illness.

Mashatile called on South Africans to continue embracing the values of Ubuntu.

The NFL post-season may be without Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson and Joe Burrow, but what went wrong for the star quarterbacks, and who is most likely to bounce back?

Magi Haroun, the first Premier League-accredited female photographer, shares her stories about sitting in the dugout with Sir Alex Ferguson and more.

Disliking Mr Tumble, trying to fight Joe Calzaghe and writing to Duncan Ferguson in jail – what we have learned from The Wayne Rooney Show.

No matter how far back you are in your FPL mini-league, there’s always a way to recover – you just need to make some brave choices.

Kateryna Endeberia says teachers made the ‘hurtful’ request when she had difficulty with other subjects

A Ukrainian refugee has been forced to drop out of sixth-form college after she said she was put under pressure to study Russian.

Kateryna Endeberia moved to Stoke-on-Trent after fleeing Ukraine in 2022, after the start of Russia’s invasion.

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King Charles III recorded his fourth Christmas from Westminster Abbey.

Siya Kolisi’s alleged girlfriend Rachel John shared her plans for Christmas this year… is the Springboks captain included?

One of the reasons Siya Kolisi left The Sharks was to spend more time with family, where is his alleged girlfriend from?

It seems Siya Kolisi may have confirmed rumours that he is dating 24-year-old influencer Rachel John, a year after split from Rachel Kolisi.

A cracking start to SA20 season four is expected when defending champs MI Cape Town take on Durban’s Super Giants at Newlands on Boxing Day.

‘We know them well but we are confident,’ said the Bafana head coach.

This cocktail is perfect for cooling off while enjoying the festive cheer.

Arsenal, top of the tree at Christmas, host Brighton, while Pep Guardiola’s in-form City travel to Nottingham Forest.

Exclusive: Scientists find a way to forecast hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, which affects millions worldwide

Scientists are developing a simple blood test to predict who is most at risk from the world’s most common inherited heart condition.

Millions of people worldwide have hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), a disease of the heart muscle where the wall of the heart becomes thickened. It is...

Here’s how to make iPhone and Android devices a little easier to use.

While car insurance is vital, motorists don’t need to spend an excessive amount on monthly premiums.

TopAuto’s trusted reputation gives brands an unmatched ability to target active car buyers.

The Kruger National Park is home to a luxurious hotel situated on an old railway bridge overlooking a river.

BYD and Chery are crushing other major Chinese car brands in South Africa, according to a recent report by Press Pulse.

Bertie Melly was in hospital for 18 months after his premature birth in May 2024.