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‘Phones down’ at MiWay as sales agents protest over salary cuts
MiWay sales agents staged a picket outside the company’s offices in Parktown, Johannesburg, on Friday, protesting against salary cuts that have crippled their ability to sustain their families.
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NEW DEAL: Bad news for opponents — Rassie Erasmus extends contract as Bok head coach to 2031
Bad news for opponents — Rassie Erasmus extends contract as Bok head coach to 2031

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Best news for the rand in three years
The rand is trading at its strongest level in almost three years as South Africa raised $3.5 billion worth of dollar bonds that attracted demand for almost four times that amount.

South Africa
Court recalls police officers in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial
Former Bafana Bafana Captain Senzo Meyiwa was killed in Vosloorus on October 2014.
South Africa
SA remains resolute in achieving a just transition
SA remains resolute in achieving a just transition
South Africa has accelerated its efforts toward a just, inclusive, and community-centred transition, even as some countries remain slow to implement climate action. “In this ever-uncertain environment, South Africa stands proud. We have not wavered on our commitments and have in fact scaled up our climate action,” President...
South Africa
Two New Hanover flood victims identified as recovery efforts continue
Two New Hanover flood victims identified as recovery efforts continue
Two remaining bodies of three residents who were swept away by floods in New Hanover have been identified, as recovery and humanitarian efforts continue across affected communities.
KwaZulu-Natal Transport and Human Settlements MEC Siboniso Duma reported that the Mayor of Umshwathi Local Municipality Mandla Zondi,...

South Africa
Bester, Magudumana pre-trial date moved to March 2026
Thabo Bester and Nandipha Magudumana told the court they need more time to finalise pending matters

World
China in diplomatic push to isolate Japan in feud over Taiwan issue
No end in sight to spat between Japan and China over Taiwan, as neither Tokyo nor Beijing shows signs of backing down.

World
Germany votes to bring back voluntary military service
The shift in its approach to its military follows a push to create Europe’s strongest conventional army.

World
Kenya signs landmark health deal with US despite data fears
Kenya becomes the first African country to secure US health funding since cuts to foreign aid by Trump.

World
At least 4 countries pull out of 2026 Eurovision contest over Israel’s participation
Ireland, the Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia said they were pulling out of the contest after organizers decided to allow Israel to continue to compete, despite tensions over its conduct in Gaza.

Africa
US-based Tanzanian activist blames government for Instagram ban
Meta confirms it removed Mange Kimambi’s social media accounts for violating their policy.

Africa
When are Premier League players heading to Afcon?
BBC Sport’s Ask Me Anything team explains when players will meet up with their countries at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Africa
Kenyan MPs accuse British soldiers of sexual abuse and environmental destruction
A two-year investigation details disturbing accounts of rape, sexual violence, murders and environmental destruction.

Africa
Zambian-American influencer sentenced to 18 months for hate speech
Known as “One Boss Lady”, Ethel Chisono Edwards has become known for her rants about the president.

Business
South Africa responds to US demands
Responding to recent criticisms by the United States, Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola said that South Africa does not need its approval.

Business
Elon Musk’s X fined €120m over ‘deceptive’ blue ticks
The European Commission says the social media site is opening its users up to scams and impersonations.

Business
Watch out for petrol price pain in 2026
Early fuel recovery data points to petrol price increases in January 2026, but there’s good news for diesel, and room for things to change.

Business
Why South Africa’s top companies advertise on BusinessTech
Business Tech offers excellent marketing value across its wide range of advertising products.

Politics
Loyiso Masuku elected chairperson of ANC Greater Johannesburg Region
Masuku secured 184 votes against Dada Morero’s 149 votes.

Politics
Commission argues Mchunu misinterpreted work study on PKTT
Mchunu faces criticism at the Commission for disbanding the PKTT without consulting stakeholders
Politics
News24 | Loyiso Masuku replaces Dada Morero as ANC Joburg region chairperson
Loyiso Masuku is the new chairperson of the ANC’s Greater Johannesburg region, having been elected by 184 delegates.

Politics
ANC Joburg regional structure vote count nears conclusion
Dada Morero and Loyiso Masuku are in tight race for ANC Greater Johannesburg chairperson position

Sport
Drops galore as England have day to forget in the field
England are forced to rue multiple dropped catches as day two of the second Ashes Test closes with Australia on 378-6, with a lead of 44 runs in Brisbane.

Sport
Newcastle have money to spend in January – Wilson
Newcastle United have money to spend in January – but sporting director Ross Wilson says any mid-season moves will have to “align” with their summer plan.

Sport
South Africa extend Erasmus contract to 2031 World Cup
South Africa extend head coach Rassie Erasmus’ contract until the end of the 2031 Rugby World Cup.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs legend slams Matlou for mimicking Mukoko’s antics
Former Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Brian Baloyi says George Matlou (27) should clean his image and focus on football.
Education
Nigeria: NUT Names Jigawa Gov ‘Best Performing Governor’ in Educational Reforms
[Premium Times] The union describing the governor as a visionary, exemplary, and teacher-friendly leader whose reforms have significantly elevated the state’s education sector
Education
Tanzania: 937,581 Tanzanian Youth Pass for Secondary School Studies
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam — THE Prime Minister’s Office, Regional Administration and Local Government (TAMISEMI) has announced that 937,581 students have been selected to start Form One studies next year.
Education
Nigeria: Promote Justice, Varsity Don Tells Ex-Student Activists Now in Government
[Leadership] A university don, Prof. Ochugudu Achoda Ipuele, has challenged former student activists now in public offices to practise what they fought for during their days on campus.
Education
Africa: South Africa, Mozambique Sign Higher Education Cooperation Agreement
[SAnews.gov.za] South Africa and Mozambique have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing regional collaboration in skills development through the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Protocol on Education and Training, which guides joint efforts to address shared educational and training priorities.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kandi Burruss uses show footage in divorce fight
Reality star Kandi Burruss resurrects wedding special footage in divorce fight with Todd Tucker.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Inno Morolong on how sobriety changed her life and improved her well-being
Morolong said alcohol hurt her personal and professional life.

Entertainment
Committee blasts SANDF for ‘insult’ on DRC rotation presentation
SANDF last month confirmed the rotation of Operation Mistral troops serving under the UN’s MONUSCO mission in the DRC.

Entertainment
Stormers target home Champions Cup playoff as hunt begins against Bayonne
The Stormers will hope to get their Champions Cup campaign off to a winning start against Aviron Bayonnais in France on Friday night.

Entertainment
Springboks to face England first in 2026 Nations Championship: All home Tests confirmed
The Springboks never got a chance to take on England or Scotland in 2025 though they spent five weeks in Europe.

Science/Tech
The South African man who co-founded a billion-dollar tech startup and now works for Cyril Ramaphosa to build digital driver’s licences
Melvyn Lubega heads the team in the Presidency tasked with developing digital IDs and driving licences.

Science/Tech
The Best Meal Replacement Shakes for Total Life Optimization (2025)
Solve the problem of cooking and chewing food with these full-meal replacement drinks.
Science/Tech
OpenAI Calls a ‘Code Red’ + Which Model Should I Use? + The Hard Fork Review of Slop
“For OpenAI to realize its ambitions, it is not going to be enough for them to make a model that is as good as Gemini 3. They need to be able to leapfrog it again.”

Science/Tech
AI Slop Is Ruining Reddit for Everyone
Reddit is considered one of the most human spaces left on the internet, but mods and users are overwhelmed with slop posts in the most popular subreddits.
Motoring

Motoring
Good news for people with traffic fines, motorists taking chances with old cars, and the official petrol price for December
These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week.

Motoring
How to reach South African car buyers
TopAuto can help you reach all your marketing goals.

Motoring
South Africa’s 8-year driver’s licences get the green light
The Department of Transport has confirmed that South Africa will shift to an 8-year driver’s licence validity period.
Health
Faulty Glucose Monitor Sensors May Be Tied to 7 Deaths, F.D.A. Says
Abbott Diabetes Care said it had received reports of more than 700 injuries that may be associated with malfunctioning sensors.

Health
Risky infections in elderly overlooked, warns England’s chief doctor
Diseases like pneumonia and flu must be taken much more seriously, England’s chief medical officer Sir Chris Whitty says.

Health
This question will tell you if you’re a people pleaser
Here’s a simple way to make sure your wants and needs are being heard.
Health
Will All Newborns Still Receive Hepatitis B Shots? A Committee’s Vote Will Tell.
The federal vaccine panel appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is likely to decide on Thursday that the shots should be delayed for infants whose mothers test negative for the virus.