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Orlando Pirates need a top player to replace Mbokazi!
Orlando Pirates have a huge task of replacing Mbekezeli Mbokazi who has completed his move to Chicago Fire in the US.

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South Africa’s biggest employer is in serious trouble
Around 60% of small businesses, which account for the majority of enterprises in South Africa, do not believe they can survive more than a year.

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WATCH | Mashazi criticised for using victim in defence of Mkhwanazi
Former Ekurhuleni city manager Imogen Mashazi has been lambasted for using another woman’s misfortune as her defence over allegations of protecting the city’s embattled suspended deputy police chief Jabulani (Julius) Mkhwanazi.

South Africa
Mine responsible for Jagersfontein disaster allowed to continue operations
A report found the company guilty of engineering and regulatory failures.

South Africa
Family of anti-apartheid activist Nyoka want harsh sentence for accused
Nyoka was a student activist and leader and was killed while sleeping.

South Africa
Case of Limpopo man accused of murdering a rape victim postponed
Madzhie, who made his second court appearance since his arrest, has appointed a private lawyer.

South Africa
Tshwane Mayor says shutting down brothels reduces human trafficking
A group of women believed to be victims of human trafficking were rescued.
World
Pope Leo wraps up his visit to Lebanon with prayers at the site of Beirut’s port blast
Pope Leo XIV ended his first overseas papal trip with prayers at Beirut’s devastated port and a Mass attended by 150,000 worshippers in a country desperate for signs of hope amid fear of renewed war.

World
Pope prays at Beirut port blast site on last day of Lebanon visit
Pope Leo XIV demanded justice for the more than 200 victims of the disaster, at the end of his three-day visit to Lebanon.

World
National Guard attack suspect’s crisis. And, U.S. official sheds light on boat strike
A U.S. official disputes the White House account of the deadly Caribbean boat strike. And, a person familiar with the National Guard shooting suspect says he was suffering a personal crisis.

World
Bulgaria ditches budget plan after tens of thousands join protests
Demonstrators said the plan – the country’s first in euros – attempted to hide widespread government corruption.

Africa
Zambian-American influencer sentenced to 18 months for hate speech
Known as “One Boss Lady”, Ethel Chisono Edwards has become known for her rants about the president.

Africa
Nigeria’s defence minister resigns amid kidnapping crisis
His departure on health grounds coincides with a spate of mass abductions across the West African state.

Africa
Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau presidential candidate after coup
Nigeria says it is sheltering Fernando Dias in its embassy in Bissau, citing an imminent threat to his life.

Africa
Which Premier League players are going to Afcon?
BBC Sport’s Ask Me Anything team looks at every Premier League player who has been confirmed to feature at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Business

Business
Teachers becoming targets in South Africa
The growing criminality in South Africa has now put teachers in the crosshairs.
Business

Business
Luxury restaurant owners opening five-star hotel in South Africa’s richest area
Marble Hospitality is expanding beyond its restuarant offerings, and will soon open a new hotel in Sandton.

Politics
Mchunu says funding PKTT beyond 2022 was irregular according to PFMA
Mchunu is in the hot seat defending his decision to disband the PKTT in December 2024.

Politics
Parliament concerned by threats against MPs
MK Party reported the kidnapping of its member Vusi Shongwe.

Politics
I have never been accused of corruption in all public positions
Mchunu, who has been placed on special leave, has now taken to the stand at Madlanga Commission

Politics
I have never been accused of corruption in all public positions: Mchunu
Mchunu, who has been placed on special leave, has now taken to the stand at Madlanga Commission

Sport
Paqueta ‘not OK’ and still affected by spot-fixing probe – Nuno
West Ham’s Lucas Paqueta is still affected by the investigation into spot-fixing charges brought against him, says Nuno Espirito Santo.

Sport
England cross-code hybrid-rules match proposed
The Rugby Football League is approached about staging an exhibition cross-code match combining league and union rules.

Sport
‘Any winning Kaizer Chiefs combination must have Glody Lilepo’
Are Kaizer Chiefs a more potent outfit with Glody Lilepo in the side?

Sport
Ballon d’Or winner Bonmati out for five months with broken leg
Spain and Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmati is expected to be out for five months after suffering a broken leg in training.
Education
Africa: Shaping the Future of Technology Ethics From Africa
[UCT] The EthicsLab at the University of Cape Town (UCT) is inviting scholars, artists, and practitioners to join a growing community of practice and inquiry that explores the ethical questions posed by emerging health technologies from African perspectives.
Education
Africa: UCT Leads Africa in Two Major International Rankings
[UCT] The University of Cape Town (UCT) has recorded strong performance in two major international rankings released in November 2025.
Education
South Africa: Court Lambasts Western Cape Education Department, Orders It to Fix Late School Admissions
[GroundUp] The court found the department had failed to plan adequately for late placements and the situation had been getting worse for over a decade
Education
Tanzania: Unesco Sites Are Rich in Education, Visit Them Not Only for Selfie
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam — TANZANIA is home to some of the world’s most incredible United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) World Heritage sites, but let’s be honest, how many of us have actually been to see them?

Lifestyle
Diddy documentary ‘Sean Combs: The Reckoning’ debuts: Trailer
50 Cent produces scathing documentary of rap rival Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs with never-before-seen footage filmed by Diddy himself days before his arrest.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
African Stories: Dirk Badenhorst reshapes South African ballet
Dirk Badenhorst shares his success developing African narratives in South African Ballet productions for local and global stages.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
More thunderstorms expected as wet weather persists in most provinces
Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 3 December 2025.

Entertainment
MultiChoice expands podcast line-up with two new shows
This comes after MultiChoice unveiled eight original podcast shows in March to air on its DStv platforms.

Entertainment
PICTURES: Roadside at the 2025 Africa Bank Soweto Marathon
This weekend saw thousands of runners take to the streets for the 2025 African Bank Soweto Marathon.

Entertainment
‘The feeling is still sinking in,’ says newly crowned Miss Soweto after winning 46th edition
Miss Soweto will be screened on Mzansi Wethu this Saturday, with repeats scheduled for the coming weeks.
Science/Tech
Steam On Linux Hits An All-Time High In November
Steam’s November 2025 survey shows Linux gaming climbed to its highest share in a decade “thanks to the success of the Steam Deck, the underlying Steam Play (Proton) software, and now further excitement thanks to the upcoming Steam Machine and Steam Frame,” writes Phoronix’s Michael Larabel. From the report: A decade ago in the early Steam days the initial use was around 3% and back then the...

Science/Tech
Global television and broadcasting giant leaving South Africa
Paramount Africa will close its doors at the end of December 2025, which brings an end to the company’s South African operations.
Science/Tech
Supreme Court Hears Copyright Battle Over Online Music Piracy
The Supreme Court appears inclined to side with Cox Communications in a major copyright case, suggesting that ISPs shouldn’t be held liable for users’ music piracy based solely on “mere knowledge,” given the risk of forcing outages for universities, hospitals, and other large customers. The New York Times reports: Leading music labels and publishers who represent artists ranging from Bob Dylan...

Science/Tech
Christmas bonus battle at South Africa’s tech regulator
Icasa employees say it is unfair that all staff are being denied performance bonuses when several divisions at the regulator met all their targets.
Motoring

Motoring
Major change for toll plazas in South Africa
The South African National Roads Agency is implementing a significant change across the nation’s toll plazas.

Motoring
Official petrol price increases for December announced
The price of petrol and diesel is going up this holiday season.
Motoring
Health
Vaccine Committee May Make Significant Changes to Childhood Schedule
Comments by President Trump, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and some panelists suggest the committee is likely to delay hepatitis B shots and discuss revising the use of other vaccines.
Health
Could Weight Loss Drugs Turn Fat Cats Into Svelte Ozempets?
GLP-1 drugs for pets could be the next frontier for the blockbuster weight loss and diabetes drugs.
Health
Solving the Home Care Quandary
Paid home care is buckling under the surging demands of an aging population. But there are alternatives that could upgrade jobs and improve patient care.

Health
Cancer patient welcomes newly-approved treatment
Sharon Price from Newcastle-under-Lyme says she was glad to avoid the need for surgery.