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Search for British man who fell from cruise ship off Tenerife coast
The Spanish coastguard has been coordinating search and rescue efforts since Thursday morning.
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South Africa
News24 | ‘Integrated strategy’ in place as Western Cape records 90% of SA’s gang murders
More than 90% of the country’s gang-related murders took place in the Western Cape between April and September.

South Africa
IEC alarmed about declining voter turnout in South Africa
The IEC says weakening public trust in state institutions is driving the drop in participation.

South Africa
Cachalia praises the set-up of Madlanga Commission, Ad Hoc committee
Acting Minister ,Firoz Cachalia applauds the establishment of Madlanga Commission & Ad Hoc Committe

South Africa
PMB woman set to walk to Joburg to raise awareness on GBV & fibroids
Thandeka Sibiya has called on men to show their solidarity by walking with her.

World
Nuns win reprieve in abandoned convent in Alps – if they stay off social media
The three nuns say they were taken out of the convent against their will and placed in a care home.
World
A bright spot for turtles: Olive ridleys are recovering in India, but still at risk
India’s olive ridley turtle numbers appear to have rebounded after years of patchwork efforts to stem their decline. Can it last?

World
Watch: Pope struggles to remove cloth covering plaque
It took several attemps for Pope Leo and church clergy to unveil a plaque covered by a white sheet at an Istanbul cathedral.

World
Ten killed in deadliest Israeli raid for months in southern Syria
The village of Beit Jinn came under attack in what Israel said was an operation against a militant group.

Africa
‘Scared and desperate’ – the South Africans who claim they were duped by Zuma’s daughter to fight for Russia
A South African allegedly recruited to fight for Russia recounts the horrors of war in Ukraine via voice notes.

Africa
The kidnap gangs, jihadists and separatists wreaking havoc in Nigeria
The country faces many deadly security challenges, leaving the army and police severely overstretched.

Africa
General named new Guinea-Bissau leader a day after coup
Gen Horta N’Tam is sworn in during a ceremony at the army headquarters.

Africa
Police investigate theft of four dogs from Malawi presidential palace
Police search ex-President Chakwera’s residence after a suspect said the dogs were being kept there.

Business
Business Talk – Discovery Bank CEO Hylton Kallner on reshaping South Africa’s banking sector through innovation
Hylton Kallner celebrates a landmark 2025 in which Discovery Bank transitioned to profitability and won several prestigious awards.

Business
New R3.2 billion private university launches in South Africa
Private Afrikaans higher educaiton institution, Akademia, has officially launched its next massive campus build with a sod turning ceremony at the group’s site in Mooiplaats.

Business
BusinessTech – The best place for South African companies to advertise
BusinessTech is where South Africa’s top companies advertise, thanks to the excellent value it provides to its partners.

Business
Are you a HENRY? Here’s how the budget affects you
HENRY stands for High Earners who are Not Rich Yet. Most are young and work in tech or finance.

Politics
PKTT disbanded for no longer aiding policing efforts : Senthumule
The PKTT was disbanded by police Minister Senzo Mchunu on December 31, 2024.

Politics
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla resigns as MK Party MP
Zuma-Sambudla has also resigned from all structures of the party

Politics
LIVE: MK Party media briefing on the Russia-Ukraine matter
The uMkhonto weSizwe Party’s is briefing the media on the Russia-Ukraine matter in Durban.
Politics
News24 | Trump’s G20 decision to bar SA sparks backlash and calls for inclusivity
US President Donald Trump’s suggestion to exclude South Africa from the 2026 G20 Summit in Miami has sparked opposition on the global stage.

Sport
Confirmed: SABC to show Kaizer Chiefs vs Zamalek
Kaizer Chiefs return to the CAF Confederation Cup, with SABC set to broadcast their clash against Egyptian heavyweights Zamalek on Saturday.

Sport
Wales need to make case for defence against Springboks
Wales have leaked points alarmingly in 2025 and face the ultimate test against South Africa’s power in the autumn finale in Cardiff.

Sport
Bafana star denied move to north Africa, Chiefs, Pirates and Downs to poune?
Bafana Bafana star Devin Titus is set to leave Stellenbosch FC but which club eill pounce? He was reportedly denied a move to Egypt.

Sport
Wrexham’s Cae Ras to form part of UK World Cup bid
Wrexham’s Cae Ras is one of the stadiums Wales has put forward as part of the United Kingdom’s bid to host the 2035 Women’s World Cup.
Education
South Africa: Basic Education Marks Conclusion of 2025 Nsc Exams
[SAnews.gov.za] The Department of Basic Education (DBE) says the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations have officially reached their conclusion, with rewrite opportunities for selected subjects having taken place on Thursday.
Education
Kenya: KCA University Celebrates 3,286 Graduates At 19th Graduation Ceremony
[Capital FM] Nairobi — KCA University (KCAU) is set to mark its 19th Graduation Ceremony, celebrating the achievements of 3,286 graduates who have completed various programmes across four schools.
Education
Nigeria: Nsfdw Returns December 20
[Vanguard] The Nigerian Student Fashion and Design Week (NSFDW) has announced its ninth edition, nestled within Lagos’ vibrant December festivities and blending fashion, culture, and youth innovation into a signature year-end celebration.
Education
Rwanda: Play-Based Science Programme Empowers Over 180,000 Learners to Build Community Solutions
[New Times] A total of 180,005 primary learners across eleven districts in Rwanda can now apply skills gained from the Science and Elementary Technology (SET) curriculum into real, community-driven solutions, a milestone from five years of learning through play with technology projects implemented by Right To Play.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
10 Unusual foods you probably haven’t tried yet
From civet-poop coffee to crawling cheese, explore 10 unusual foods you probably haven’t tried yet. These are ideal for adventurous foodies.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Adrian Newey appointed Aston Martin F1’s new team principal
Newey departed his role as technical head of Red Bull last year.

Entertainment
Debate heats up in Parliament over 30% matric pass mark
‘Our children are not failing; they are being failed by overcrowded classrooms and schools without libraries or laboratories.’
Entertainment

Entertainment
Griquas Currie Cup star Whitehead to wear Sharks No 10 jersey against Connacht
The men from Durban have it all to do to climb the URC points table after winning just one game out of five so far.

Science/Tech
New university breaks ground in South Africa — 40km fibre cable, 23km of water pipes, and enough tar to cover four rugby fields
Solidarity’s private Afrikaans university, Akademia, and real estate developer Kanton broke ground on a new R3.2-billion residential full-time campus on the outskirts of Pretoria East on Friday.

Science/Tech
6 Best Mesh Wi-Fi Systems (2025), Tested in a Tech Reviewer’s Home
Forget about patchy internet connections and dead spots in the house. These WIRED-tested multiroom mesh systems will get you online in no time.

Science/Tech
The Best Apple Black Friday Deals (2025)
If your AirPods, Apple Watch, or MacBook is on its last legs, now is the time to upgrade.

Science/Tech
Don’t Get Suckered by Black Friday Laptop Deals. Just Get the MacBook Air (2025)
The Black Friday MacBook deal isn’t the one you might assume it is. After testing every model, here’s my advice on which to buy right now.
Motoring

Motoring
Why TopAuto must be part of your marketing strategy in 2026
TopAuto is the best place to advertise to a South African motoring audience in 2026.

Motoring
Mercedes-Benz slashes prices by R122,000 in South Africa
Mercedes-Benz has slashed the price of the luxurious C-Class sedan by up to R122,000 in South Africa.

Motoring
Chinese bakkie brand returns to South Africa
JMC has officially returned to South Africa with its first model, the Vigus bakkie.

Health
Call for medical notes alert for maternity scandal families
Kayleigh Griffiths says the alert came about because families had to keep retelling their stories.

Health
Women ‘traumatised’ by breast cancer treatment at NHS trust
More than 200 patients suffered harm, including unnecessary mastectomies, the BBC has been told.

Health
Libraries to host community events over winter
The sessions in December and January aim to bring people in Wolverhampton together during the colder months.
Health
F.D.A. Withdraws Rule to Require Testing Cosmetics Made With Talc for Asbestos
The agency said it planned to craft a more comprehensive rule, but the move alarmed public health advocates, who have long worked to eliminate asbestos in consumer products.