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Experts warned that South African homeowners must perform essential summer maintenance to prevent storm damage, burglaries, and insurance claim rejections during the festive season.

BBC Sport looks at the key questions going into the divisive Battle of the Sexes-style match between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios on Sunday.

Economist Dawie Roodt said the headline figures of South Africa’s government debt burden does not paint the whole picture, as municipal debt and state-owned enterprises have become significant liabilities.

Alaa Abdel Fattah flew to the UK on Friday after a travel ban imposed by Cairo was lifted.

Authorities have warned people to avoid crossing swelling rivers as the rainy weather persists.

The incident came to light earlier this week after a video went viral showing the motorist littering

These included the arrest of a suspect believed to be responsible for the Athlone Court murder.

The NSRI rescued several people at sea and is searching for a missing teenager.

The sisters, who were the first known quintuplets to survive past infancy, became a global phenomenon after their 1934 birth.

Jacqueline Charles of the Miami Herald reports on how gangs in Haiti are using sexual violence as a tool of terror amid the country’s deepening political and humanitarian crisis.

Pantomimes are plays based on a well-known story — often a fairy tale — which are given a bawdy twist. The audience is expected to join in throughout, shouting as loudly as they can.

Trump tells Politico he ordered the strikes as “a Christmas present” – contradicting a statement by Nigerian officials.

As two-time runner-up Mohamed Salah begins another tilt at the Africa Cup of Nations, BBC Sport Africa profiles top stars who never lifted the trophy.

Sporting great Eliud Kipchoge says his plan to run marathons on seven different continents is about purpose, not records.

Another 35 people were injured in the explosion during evening prayers in the city of Maiduguri, police say.

Preliminary investigations revealed the motive could be linked to illegal mining turf wars, police said.

The Independent Commission for the Remuneration of Public Office-Bearers has published its recommended salary hikes for South Africa’s top government officials, pushing an above-inflation increase.

South Africa’s listed property sector has outperformed several international markets, and is expected to deliver sustained returns for investors.

While domestic workers remain one of the most vulnerable consumer classes in South Africa, the segment has seen a remarkable turnaround over the past five years when it comes to loan defaults.

Accelerate Property Fund is selling two malls in Johannesburg, as its largest assets, Fourways Mall, starts showing signs of life.

Former Gauteng Health MEC Brian Hlongwa died in hospital on Tuesday.

‘Addressing hijacked buildings isn’t a law enforcement task but a housing, development imperative’

The EFF has described the attacks as a violation of African sovereignty.

More than R2 billion was embezzled from the hospital.

After a toothless performance against 10-man Zimbabwe a few months back, history repeated itself as Bafana failed to break Egypt.

BBC Sport looks at another tumultuous 12 months for the men’s game in Wales with Welsh rugby close to rock bottom.

Former Springbok women player, Lusanda Dumke, will be laid to rest today at KwaCentane outside East London in the Eastern Cape.

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos is expected to fix his selection mistakes against Egypt before Group B’s final game against Zimbabwe.

Siya Kolisi’s alleged girlfriend Rachel John revealed that she will be returning to South Africa to celebrate her birthday.

The 2026 maternal support grant aims to extend child support to pregnant women to prevent issues within the first 1 000 days. Here’s why …

Siya Kolisi reacts to alleged girlfriend Rachel John’s ‘a day in a life in South Africa’ video amid rumours of their romance.

In September and October alone, police uncovered drugs worth millions in different areas and arrested several suspects.

An inquest docket has been opened to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths.

The former KZN Hawks head claims the Nkabinde inquiry is trying to revive the Cato Manor case “through the back door”.

Japanese brand drops the only new energy vehicle from its South African portfolio.

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Vehicle spikings are a dangerous criminal activity to watch out for while travelling this festive season.

Insurance providers go through a thorough process to determine whether to write off your car.

Chery is rapidly expanding in South Africa, with plans to launch two new car brands in early 2026.

Some of the lamps – which are often used for Seasonal Affective Disorder – are available to loan for up to three weeks.