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Teenage girl among trio arrested over hijacking, forced ATM withdrawal in North West
Two men and a teenage girl are behind bars in connection with the hijacking and robbery of a 65-year-old woman.

Top Stories
WATCH | Fire destroys 10 buses at Barberton depot
Ten buses were destroyed in a fire at a Barberton depot in Mpumalanga early Wednesday.

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Kaizer Chiefs to retain newly-appointed skipper
Kaizer Chiefs are already preparing for next season and beyond as they intend to open talks with players whose contracts are set to expire.

South Africa
Polokwane court to decide on musician Shebe Maburna’s bail
Polokwane court to rule on Shebe Maburna’s bail application

South Africa
Two charred bodies found in a fire in Alberton
Ekurhuleni EMS found two units ablaze after responding to an early morning structural fire call.

South Africa
LIVE: Minister briefs the media on Verulam building collapse
Minister Dean Macpherson briefs the media on the outcome of Verulam building collapse

South Africa
Stock family devastated by senseless death of DJ Warras
Family and friends watched DJ Warras’ body in CBD as police searched for his killers.

World
Funerals begin for victims of Bondi Beach mass shooting
Hundreds of mourners gathered in Sydney, Australia, this week for the first funerals for the victims of the Bondi Beach mass shooting.

World
U.S. looks for countries willing to send peacekeepers to Gaza to maintain peace
After a ceasefire that has lasted more than two months, the U.S. is pushing for a lasting peace in Gaza.

World
U.N. peacekeeping mission winding down despite Israel violating ceasefire
UN peacekeepers in Lebanon face end of decades-old mission despite regular attacks by Israel breaking year-old ceasefire.

World
Myanmar’s military is planning to hold a general election. Critics say it’s a sham
Myanmar’s military is planning a general election this month, one critics call a sham that comes in the midst of a nearly five-year long civil war that’s left thousands dead and millions displaced.

Africa
Roads or rice fields – Madagascar’s highway dilemma
A plan for a brand new road that should boost trade comes at a cost to some farmers.

Africa
Defenders ‘scared’ of Nigeria’s Osimhen – Onyeka
Victor Osimhen is described as a striker “on another level” by team-mate Frank Onyeka ahead of Nigeria’s bid to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Africa
Sudan’s RSF trying to cover up mass killings in el-Fasher, researchers say
Satellite images show the paramilitary force is burying and burning bodies, Yale University researchers say.

Africa
French court sentences ex-DR Congo rebel and politician to 30 years in jail
In a landmark trial, Roger Lumbala faced accusations about atrocities committed during the Second Congo war.
Business

Business
The government jobs paying more than R56,000 a month in South Africa
South Africa’s public servants are paid higher than the national average, with one sector standing out above all.

Business
UK inflation rate dips by more than expected to 3.2%
The November figure is down on the 3.6% recorded in the year to October.

Business
How many homes could be heated by cow poo?
Some dairy farmers say Dairy cow manure is “nature’s crude oil”.

Politics
NW Traditional leaders support IEC proposed e-voting ideas
The IEC is gathering views to see if it can introduce e-voting, i-voting or both in future elections

Politics
New ANCYL leadership urged to prioritise jobs and skills
The top six positions were elected unopposed, Collen Malatji has been re-elected as the president

Politics
Mixed political views mark Reconciliation Day
Some parties view the day as vital for unity and nation-building

Politics
Reconciliation must be a continuous commitment: UDM
UDM SG Zandile Phiri says true nation-building requires citizens’ active participation.

Sport
Fukofuka appointed Scotland women head coach
Australian former United States women head coach Sione Fukofuka is appointed head coach of Scotland women.

Sport
‘Missing in front of 70,000 doesn’t come into your mind’
Former Gaelic footballer Charlie Smyth says he is “soaking it all in” after his game-winning field goal for the NFL’s New Orleans Saints.

Sport
Murray & Kennys on learning about ‘superhero’ Hoy’s cancer
Olympic champions Andy Murray and Laura and Jason Kenny recall the moment their friend Chris Hoy revealed his cancer diagnosis to them.

Sport
‘The camp is not okay’ – Chiefs legend raises alarm over Bafana AFCON preparations
Explosive claims by a Kaizer Chiefs legend have cast a shadow over Bafana’s AFCON build-up. Will Bafana be ready for Angola?
Education
Nigeria: Federal University Lokoja Appoints Professor Ibileye As 4th Vice Chancellor
[Leadership] The Governing Council of the Federal University Lokoja (FUL) has announced the appointment of Professor Gbenga Ibileye as the fourth Vice Chancellor of the University.
Education
Efforts to Help Dyslexic Children in NYC Fall Short, Advocates Say
Mayor Adams took notable steps toward improving reading instruction in New York. But families and advocates say many students with dyslexia are still struggling.

Education
MIT grieves shooting death of renowned director of plasma science center
Nuno FG Loureiro, 47, was shot multiple times at his home, and no details about a suspect or motive have been released
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) community is grieving after the “shocking” shooting death of the director of its plasma science and fusion center, according to officials.
Nuno FG Loureiro, 47, had been shot multiple times at his home in Brookline on Monday night...
Education
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Kirstenbosch Garden hosts Cape Town Carols this week
Celebrate the spirit of the Christmas season at Kirstenbosch this week with the dazzling Cape Town Carols concert!
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Inflation surprisingly slows in November
While economists expected inflation to drift slowly higher over the next few months, inflation for November surprised everyone.
Entertainment

Entertainment
Police search for suspects after two women found dead in Nelspruit
Concerned neighbours became concerned about a foul smell from a house in their suburb.

Entertainment
Six appear in court over R50m drug lab bust near Makapanstad
The six were arrested on 8 December during a Hawks operation at a smallholding in Thulwe near Makapanstad.

Science/Tech
TechCentral’s International Newsmakers of 2025
This is TechCentral’s list of the top international newsmakers in the tech industry in 2025, a year that was shaped by geopolitics.

Science/Tech
Airtel Money Customers Can Now Subscribe To Showmax
Airtel Money has integrated with Showmax, giving customers a simple, convenient, and reliable way to pay for their subscriptions this festive season. With this new integration, Airtel Money customers can now subscribe to Showmax, renew or activate directly from their wallets, providing an additional instant and convenient payment method. The move reflects Airtel Money’s continued […]

Science/Tech
Business trends to watch in 2026
As 2026 uncertainty grows, Domains insights help SMEs spot the trends that protect growth and competitiveness.

Science/Tech
MTN Zambia launches world’s first 4G cloud smartphone solution
MTN Group and Huawei are advancing digital inclusion through device-network-cloud synergy.

Motoring
Honda FIT – The FIT that feels right for South African drivers
The refreshed Honda FIT brings a bold design, surprising cabin space, and fuel efficiency to the compact hatch segment.

Motoring
The salary you need to afford the new Renault Captur in South Africa
The new Captur is Renault’s flagship SUV in South Africa.
Motoring

Motoring
The e-hailing service beating Uber and Bolt – that you probably haven’t heard of
We used Press Pulse to compare several of the most popular e-hailing services in South Africa.

Health
Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid?
Resident doctors in England are striking between 17 and 22 December, the 14th walkout since 2023.
Health
Heart Association Revives Theory That Light Drinking May Be Good for You
The American Heart Association report runs contrary to recent studies — and the group’s own guidelines — that found any amount of alcohol to be harmful.

Health
One way to deal with OCD and intrusive thoughts
Complex presenter Kimberly Wilson speaks to Nina Higson-Sweeney about ways to manage OCD.

Health
Plans to fix NHS dental care and save some patients hundreds of pounds
The new proposals mean those needing complicated care over numerous appointments could save up to £225.