MONDAY, 26 JANUARY 2026, 21:19
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LONDON, Jan 26 (Reuters) – Britain and several other European countries have lost their measles elimination status, the World Health Organization said on Monday, after a jump in infections across the continent.
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MEXICO CITY, Jan 26 (Reuters) – Huge demand to see K-pop boy band BTS, among the world’s most popular artists, has led Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to formally request of her counterpart, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, that he help arrange more concerts in Mexico.
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A ‘bumper harvest’ is predicted for South Africa in 2026. The rains across our country have been uneven (too little in some parts, harsh floods in others). But overall La Niña has blessed large parts of our agricultural land, enhancing the ability of commercial farmers to produce food. Sadly, that good crops won’t reduce widespread hunger is evidence of how out of joint time is in our...
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The struggle for land in South Africa touches food security, identify and economic equality. For the Land and Accountability Research Centre (Larc), this reality is the driving force behind its work, including the uMhlaba Talks podcast.
South Africa
Advocate Amanda Nel’s cross-examination of Mr X got underway today at the Western Cape High Court.
South Africa
North West says its regions are still faced with a number of parents needing school placements
South Africa
Batohi’s term as NPA head officially comes to an end next week.
South Africa
Paramedics says that the cause of the crash is unknown at this stage.
World
After repeated Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid, Ukrainians face long outages during a cold winter at war. On social media, Ukrainians share tips for keeping warm at home.
World
The discovery of a crack on the Madrid-Barcelona line follows two recent deadly crashes in the country.
World
The Israeli military says the body of Ran Gvili, a 24-year-old special forces policeman killed while fighting Hamas militants on Oct. 7, 2023, has been found.
World
Poor visibility was reported at the airport during a winter storm that has affected a large swathe of the US.
Africa
Prosecutors say Paul Mackenzie lured the latest victims to their deaths by writing notes from his prison cell.
Africa
An investigation found that some of the 16 detained last year planned to unseat President Bola Tinubu.
Africa
The UN mission says it is gravely concerned by “inflammatory rhetoric calling for violence against civilians”.
Africa
Barbara Kyagulanyi said she was assaulted when she refused to reveal her husband’s whereabouts.
Business
The new US owners of the video streaming app there had been a power outage at a data centre.
Business
The deal with USA Rare Earth marks officials’ latest push to loosen China’s grip on minerals that are essential to everything from smartphones to defence technologies.
Business
The pub and bar group has blamed government policy for its issues as it searches for a buyer.
Business
Politics
DA in Gauteng calls on Dept of Education to resist from placing children far from where they live.
Politics
Magashule was speaking following their appearance in the Free State High Court in Bloemfontein.
Politics
The party says has assured that Johannesburg, Ekurhuleni and Tshwane will not be left out.
Politics
Madlanga hears that it was inappropriate for Senzo Mchunu to communicate directly with Gen Gopaul
Sport
Kaizer Chiefs revived their CAF Confederation Cup hopes after beating ZESCO United, while rivals Al-Masry and Zamalek dropped points.
Sport
Share documents have revealed the club have benefited from almost £50m after recent investment
Sport
Scotland hand a first call-up to seamer Zainullah Ihsan for the upcoming T20 World Cup in India.
Sport
The coaches and captains met in Edinburgh for the official launch of the 2026 Six Nations.
Education
[Daily Maverick] As we marked the International Day of Education on 24 January, there is a global shift in power as the traditional hierarchy of ‘teacher teaches, student listens’ is being challenged by a new mandate. This year, the international theme places the spotlight squarely on ‘the power of youth in co-creating education’.
Education
[New Times] Rwandan universities have partnered with European institutions to roll out a new European Union-funded project aimed at upgrading logistics and transport education through digital skills, modern laboratories and industry-linked training, in a bid to better prepare graduates for a fast-changing labour market.
Education
[New Times] University of Rwanda (UR) has welcomed 422 new Mastercard Foundation Scholars while celebrating the graduation of 38 students from the program’s first cohort, marking key milestones in a decade-long partnership aimed at developing the next generation of transformative leaders, through supporting young Africans to access quality education and cultivate their leadership potential.
Education
The government says it has commissioned a review into “what’s holding the younger generation back”.
Lifestyle
eNCA’s Heidi Giokos has been racially attacked online after she questioned President Donald Trump on his claim of SA’s ‘white genocide’.
Lifestyle
A festive toy store fundraiser raised over R441 000 for children, showing how small checkout donations helped dreams come true.
Lifestyle
The City is continuing with its compulsory electricity meter replacement programme, focusing initially on Cape Town’s southern suburbs.
Lifestyle
Anti-corruption activist Paul O’Sullivan’s Bedfordview mansion – once owned by Czech criminal Radovan Krejcir – is on the market for R12.5m.
Entertainment
Internationally renowned deck wizards John Summit, DJ Snake, Axwell and Afrojack b2b R3hab lead the charge as ULTRA South Africa returns.
Entertainment
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Entertainment
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Entertainment
Catch up on the biggest stories of Monday, 26 January 2026 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.
Science/Tech
AIWNN has launched a fully autonomous, AI powered news radio station that broadcasts spoken versions of press releases around the clock, offering continuous access to publicly distributed news content. The platform operates without human hosts or editors. Instead, AIWNN uses automated systems to identify press releases published online and convert them into audio for live […]
Science/Tech
Nike says it is investigating a potential data breach, after a group known for cyber attacks reportedly claimed to have leaked a trove of data related to its business operations. From a report: “We always take consumer privacy and data security very seriously,” Nike said in a statement. “We are investigating a potential cyber security incident and are actively assessing the situation.” The...
Science/Tech
The claimants say Google Assistant recorded private conversations without their knowledge.
Science/Tech
Save on a full DJI Mic 3 bundle, or pick and choose to build your own portable recording setup.
Motoring
Nissan has confirmed that two new SUVs are coming to South Africa this year.
Motoring
Transnet has reached an agreement with European partners to modernise South Africa’s infrastructure.
Motoring
Motoring
The City of Cape Town has unveiled its plans to address violent attacks against motorists on the N2.
Health
The term, long considered a slur for those with intellectual disabilities, is seeing a resurgence on social media and across the political right.
Health
In a recent survey, 72% of prison officers say they are frequently stressed at work, 42% say they have been assaulted at least once. So what motivates them – and how do they cope?
Health
Dozens of doctors and therapists said chatbots had led their patients to psychosis, isolation and unhealthy habits.
Health
It took Jessica three years to get diagnosed as a report says the Welsh government is failing women.