News South Africa

The US president’s repeated demands to control Greenland could threaten the Nato military alliance.

Eskom has begun tackling load reduction, launching a nationwide programme to eliminate it by 2027, though infrastructure failures, illegal connections, and weak municipal investment remain major obstacles.

How Naomi Osaka’s jellyfish-inspired outfit stole the show in her hard-fought Australian Open first-round win over Antonia Ruzic.

Former nurse Lucy Letby is serving 15 whole-life terms.

The case follows a video last year showing learners allegedly assaulting a grade 10 pupil.

Residents report multi-day power outages disrupting daily life in several Joburg communities.

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi briefs the media on the tragic scholar transport incident.

President Trump explains why he wants to acquire Greenland in private messages with world leaders. And, Indiana caps off a perfect football season with a national championship win over Miami.

Despite government efforts to boost fertility, China’s birth rate fell to a record low in 2025.

The Islamic State group says they were behind the blast in Kabul, but police say they are still investigating the cause.

It’s unclear how many leaders have been asked to join the board, and the large number of invitations being sent out, including to countries that don’t get along, has raised questions about the board’s mandate and decision-making processes.

Ogun state police say they have made one arrest as they look into the death of the Afrofuji artist.

The former heavyweight champion was a passenger in the crash, which killed two of his team members.

The losing presidential candidate calls for “peaceful change”, saying Uganda’s judiciary is not independent.

Kasali Akangbe Ogun, who came from a long line of wood carvers and wanted to preserve local traditions, has been buried following his death after a brief illness.

It is the latest skirmish in the bidding war over Warner Bros Discovery, which is also being pursued by Paramount Skydance.

South Africa’s mining sector, once one of the strongest in the world, has steadily declined to become a global underperformer.

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will meet next week for the first time in 2026 to determine the next interest rate move for the country.

His utterances angered several Members of Parliament (MPs).

McBride’s remarks angered MPs, while he admitted submitting an outdated CV he couldn’t update.

The EFF says Julius Malema is consulting lawyers over a case involving AfriForum.

Former IPID Head  Robert McBride is appearing before the Ad Hoc Committee.

Mamelodi Sundowns FC have reportedly taken a major decision on the future of one of their first-team left-backs.

Diminutive defender Paseka Mako has opened up on his ‘tough’ move from Orlando Pirates to arch rivals Kaizer Chiefs.

Kaizer Chiefs will return to league action on Tuesday, 20 January when they host Golden Arrows at the FNB Stadium.

Father-of-two Mangal Dalal, 42, is given a restraining order for stalking the Liverpool midfielder.

Sunjit Kang who was head of ICT at Stockton’s Grangefield Academy, is banned from teaching.

This predicted figure includes the £70m deficit from the 2025-26 budget period.

Fears over the future of humanities spread amid layoffs and restructurings at scores of public and private universities

Last month, students at Montclair State University in New Jersey held a mock funeral outside the university’s college of humanities and social sciences building. Carrying bouquets of flowers, they stood by a tombstone inscribed with the names of the school’s 15...

Amor Vittone has hinted that she may be a bride again after going public with her new partner, restauranteur Marius van Biljon…

Remax real estate has come under fire after a leaked conversation between an agent and a prospective tenant…

‘The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Rio’ star Chrystall Kay addresses the voodoo doll rumours first-hand.

Is a higher price tag always better? When it comes to skincare, not necessarily, says bioscientist Dr Judey Pretorius. Here’s why.

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 21 January 2026.

After opening beta access in December, more than 80 000 users joined the waitlist to explore trading beyond crypto, validating strong demand for a single platform that connects digital assets with traditional markets.

The Western Cape High Court has delivered a precedent-setting ruling about motorists caught speeding in South Africa.

PPO is launching the Reno15 Series in South Africa this month, bringing refined design and next-gen imaging to a range built for everyday creativity. The latest Reno line-up continues OPPO’s momentum in the local market, with innovation, design, and camera performance at its core, supporting how users live, work, and create every day. Building on […]

Dreams of a new smart city along the Wild Coast has given way to a harsh reality.

Hyundai has reaffirmed its commitment to safety in South Africa, following the AA’s report on the Grand i10’s crash test.

South Africa is no longer the biggest car producer in Africa.

Suzuki’s new flagship SUV is en route to South Africa.

Steph Hoy dropped from 25 stone to eight stone after surgery.

How the third Monday of January came to be known as the most depressing day of the year.

Bosses, in a post to staff, say in hindsight, it was not a good use of charitable funds.