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AFCON 2025: Who are the leading goalscorers?
This year’s AFCON tournament is drawing to a close, and while teams are eager to lift the trophy, attackers want the Golden Boot.
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This year’s AFCON tournament is drawing to a close, and while teams are eager to lift the trophy, attackers want the Golden Boot.

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The prime minister says he’s been told Elon Musk’s X is taking steps to make it’s in “full compliance with UK law.”

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Former acting national police commissioner Khomotso Phahlane said R24 million, plus interest, was paid to a service provider that failed to deliver a single camera to police.
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South Africa
One accused gets 75 years’ imprisonment, while the other received a life sentence.

South Africa
Gwarube said that R10 billion has been allocated to the nutrition programme.
South Africa
Mitchells Plain matric pupil Rudolph Lekay, whose story captured the hearts of South Africans last year when he woke up at 04:00 to sell sweets at a taxi and bus terminal to fund his own matric ball, has capped off the year with another milestone.
South Africa
Undocumented minor children intercepted at Beitbridge Port of Entry
Border Management Authority (BMA) Commissioner, Dr Michael Masiapato, has confirmed the interception of another group of undocumented children at the Beitbridge Port of Entry on Tuesday, 13 January 2026.
According to the BMA, the interception took place at approximately 12:30 when a Junior Border Guard, deployed...

World
The newborns died during the long New Year holiday in a Siberian hospital.
World
The Israeli military said it had killed six militants in an updated toll from an exchange of fire in Gaza the day before, accusing them of violating the ceasefire in the territory.

World
The death toll from nationwide protests in Iran has surpassed 2,500, activists said, as Iranians made phone calls abroad for the first time in days Tuesday.

World
NPR’s Steve Inskeep asks Youseph Yazdi, a professor at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, about his recent visit to Iran, where thousands have been killed in anti-government protests.

Africa
This follows comments by a presidential assistant that Bobi Wine would not be declared president, even if he wins.

Africa
The Amazigh calendar places them almost a thousand years ahead of much of the rest of the world.

Africa
The communications authority says the suspension is aimed at preventing misinformation and violence.

Africa
The offensive is in the central state of Kogi, where the bandits have recently become more active.

Business
Many experts have warned that the foot-and-mouth disease is out of control in South Africa and that it poses an existential threat to many livestock farmers.

Business
These taxpayers are warned that the 2026 provisional tax deadline is fast approaching, with the risk of penalties and interest if they fail to meet their obligations.

Business
Chancellor hints there will not be more support for other hospitality businesses to soften the impact of rate rises.

Business
Somerset College proudly celebrates the exceptional achievements of the IEB Matric Class of 2025, whose results reflect the school’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence and holistic education.

Politics
Health Department requested more funding after Trump administration withdrew PEPFAR funding.
Politics
The DA in KwaZulu-Natal has requested an audience with the National Freedom Party following its departure from the provincial unity government.
Politics
The DA has taken Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie to Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka after he withdrew a pro-Gaza art submission to the 61st Venice Biennale.

Politics
Makhubele was removed as Chief Whip with immediate effect.

Sport
One of the most highly-rated young rugby talents in South Africa has begun training with the Stormers after signing his first pro contract.

Sport
Bath fly-half Finn Russell warns his team they need to improve quickly if they are to realise his dream of winning the Champions Cup.

Sport
Ulster confirms the signing of Zimbabwean second row Eli Snyman on a two-year deal.

Sport
Manchester City have signed United States midfielder Sam Coffey from Portland Thorns on a three-and-a-half-year contract.
Education
[This Day] Rotary International District 9111 under the visionary leadership of the District Governor, Rtn Prince Henry Akinyele is set for its annual vocational training aim to empower the youths in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
Education
[This Day] A total of 27 students have advanced to the semi-finals, where they will compete in the N35 million national science school competition organised by Interswitch.
Education
[SAnews.gov.za] Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, is expected to engage learners and teachers as part of the annual Back-to-School campaign, with a focus on anti-bullying and statutory rape awareness.
Education
[SAnews.gov.za] As part of his District Development Model (DDM) mandate, Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande, will conduct an oversight visit to four schools in KwaZulu-Natal on 14 and 15 January 2026.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
The Chinese Consulate in Johannesburg has donated a quarter of a million rand to Gauteng’s best-performing 2025 matric learners.

Lifestyle
Did Rachel Kolisi just take a swipe at her ex spouse, Siya Kolisi’s romance with younger girlfriend, Rachel John?

Lifestyle
Kingsburgh Junction, a new shopping centre on KwaZulu-Natal’s South Coast, will soon opens its doors to local shoppers. Find out when…
Entertainment

Entertainment
Major dams sitting at lower levels than they were this time last year.

Entertainment
SANParks confirmed that visitors to the lower Sabie of the Kruger National Park will not be able to leave until the water subsides.

Entertainment
Phahlane served as acting national police commissioner from October 2015 until June 2017.

Science/Tech
Buy now, pay later gives customers flexibility, but light regulatory oversight may ensure safe, responsible financial access.

Science/Tech
A senior member of Parliament responsible for the subcommittee on communications has explained why she believes Starlink should not be permitted to provide free Internet connectivity to rural schools.
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: Researchers have discovered a never-before-seen framework that infects Linux machines with a wide assortment of modules that are notable for the range of advanced capabilities they provide to attackers. The framework, referred to as VoidLink by its source code, features more than 30 modules that can be used to customize capabilities to meet...

Science/Tech
Sitting at a desk for hours? Upgrade your WFH setup and work in style with these comfy WIRED-tested seats.

Motoring
Several new car brands rapidly increased their market share in South Africa in 2025, while other manufacturers saw a small dip in sales.
Motoring

Motoring
FlySafair is running a 30% discount on domestic flights for a limited time.

Motoring
South Africans are calling for greater transparency regarding vehicle safety following the news that the Hyundai Grand i10 received a zero-star NCAP rating.

Health
Doctors say they have achieved the previously impossible – restoring sight and preventing blindness in people with a rare but dangerous eye conditon called hypotony.
Health
That number could increase significantly as more consumers are faced with higher bills brought on by expiring premium subsidies.

Health
Dr May van Schalkwyk from the University of Edinburgh shares her thoughts with Drs Chris and Xand on What’s Up Docs?

Health
Medical checks for the show picked up contestant Amanda Collier’s heart condition.