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Limpopo floods: Victim enjoys her first meal
Stranded family survives three nights without food or shelter.
MONDAY, 19 JANUARY 2026, 13:01

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Stranded family survives three nights without food or shelter.

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FNB has paid out over R1 billion to Ithala depositors following the institution’s looming liquidation due to long-standing compliance failures and insolvency.
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Instead of reflecting economic confidence, the surge in gambling appears to be happening alongside growing hardship, debt and uncertainty for millions of South Africans.

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Orlando Pirates midfielder Selaelo “Iniesta” Rasebotja, who’s on a comeback trail after a long-term injury, has reserved special praise for the Buccaneers coach Abdeslam Ouaddou for the way he treats players at the club.

South Africa
Mamelodi Magistrate’s Court postpones the murder trial of Mamelodi cousins to 19 March 2026

South Africa
The President highlights the drop in performance in subjects like mathematics and accounting

South Africa
This follows the deaths of learners in a school transport crash in Vanderbijlpark on Monday

South Africa
Hundreds of families in the Umkhanyakude District have been displaced due to inclement weather.

World
President Trump is attending the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos this year with fellow world leaders who seek answers on Ukraine and Gaza.

World
President Trump said the U.S. will impose tariffs on eight European countries until the U.S. acquires Greenland. The announcement came as a congressional delegation visited Denmark to ease tensions.

World
NPR’s Steve Inskeep asks Kurt Volker, a former U.S. ambassador to NATO, about what critics perceive as the Trump administration’s threat to the transatlantic alliance.

World
China’s National Bureau of Statistics released data on its 2025 GDP growth Monday. Analysts say it reveals strong economic growth for the country, but ordinary people still face deep challenges.

Africa
Senegal supporters have been partying after their team grabbed a dramatic 1-0 win over Morocco.

Africa
Yoweri Museveni has won a record seventh term in elections after promising that the fledgling oil sector will boost the economy.

Africa
President Yoweri Museveni wins a seventh term, as his main rival Bobi Wine decries “fake results”.

Africa
President Yoweri Museveni is in a commanding lead ahead of his main challenger, pop star-turned-politician Bobi Wine.

Business
The current market has rewarded momentum and mega-cap technology stocks. As we enter 2026, however, rising concentration and valuation risks are becoming increasingly difficult to ignore.

Business
President Cyril Ramaphosa has approved the salary increases for South Africa’s top politicians, including ministers, deputy ministers and parliamentarians.
Business
Business

Politics
Xolani Khumalo and his co-accused hands themselves at the Katlehong police station in Ekurhuleni

Politics
ActionSA, DA call for investigation into reports that SANDF officials defied Ramaphosa’s orders

Politics
Rise Mzansi backs Treasury’s decision to extend deadline for public comment on online gambling tax

Politics
George, who was also the DA’s federal finance chair, publicly revealed Steenhuisen’s money issues.

Sport
Orlando Pirates striker shegofatso Mabasa is still training with the club despite links to other clubs such as Stellenbosch and Chiefs.

Sport
Watch highlights as Kayshon Boutte’s spectacular catch in the snow helps the New England Patriots to a 28-16 victory over the Houston Texans and a place in the AFC Championship game.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs’ title hopes on the line as Betway Premiership action resumes. Can they challenge Pirates and Sundowns?

Sport
Former Springbok loose forward Willem Alberts has taken on an interesting new career role since retiring, and this is where he is now.
Education
[Leadership] Amid growing public concern over education funding and accountability, the Bayelsa State Educational Trust Fund (EDTF) has moved to strengthen transparency by engaging the media as a critical bridge between the board and the public.
Education
The Stanford Daily lost a 1978 Supreme Court case over the search of its newsroom. But a bipartisan backlash prompted a federal law protecting journalists.
Education
The president doesn’t have ideals. Just enemies.
Education
A state law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in every classroom has already divided Texas schools. Now a federal appeals court will decide its constitutionality.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
A Western Cape coloured Afrikaner couple have spoken out on their decision to join the US refugee resettlement programme…
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
A list ranking the most beautiful mountains in the world has been released, and Table Mountain has snagged a spot.

Entertainment
As part of water-saving efforts, the municipality has closed showers and external taps at ablution facilities and in public spaces.

Entertainment
National Treasury has allocated a total of R2.2 billion to refund Ithala customers.

Entertainment
When last did a casting announcement have Mzansi reminiscing, debating storylines and screaming ‘Senzo is back!’ online?

Entertainment
“Even when they criticise you, you must be mentally strong,” he said.

Science/Tech
Absa has launched virtual cards, allowing customers to create debit or credit cards in their online banking profiles for making online purchases or for use with digital wallets.

Science/Tech
Here are the current best bundles from the most popular services.

Science/Tech
Data centre operator Teraco has expanded its executive management team following a period of rapid growth.
Science/Tech
Billions of dollars are trading hands on sites like Polymarket and Kalshi, where people bet on everything from Taylor Swift’s wedding date to election outcomes.

Motoring
Unroadworthy vehicles on South Africa’s roads can have an impact on the severity of crashes.

Motoring
The Honda Elevate is the ultimate compact SUV in South Africa, and is priced from just R3,899 per month.
Motoring

Motoring
Civil action groups are asking why it has taken South Africa so long to move to an 8-year licence validity period, and why motorists should be expected to pay more for them.

Health
A pilot scheme is rolled out in the north of the Isle of Man by the public health directorate.

Health
The myth of ‘the most depressing day of the year’ won’t die – but does it actually do any harm?

Health
Amber breaks out in hives if the temperature goes below 12C (53F) and wishes for a “normal life”.

Health
John Cuddihy told BBC Scotland News his late daughter’s experiences “must continue to echo beyond her lifetime”.