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Inflation is a hidden tax that reduces the real value of people’s money and effectively transfers wealth to the government.

Here are some of the key developments in South Africa today, 28 November 2025.

Australia name the same squad for the second Ashes Test in Brisbane, meaning Steve Smith will again captain the side in Pat Cummins’ absence.

Lebo Mniki was last seen entering the Respublica Princeton student residence in Midrand in August.

Modack denies ownership of phones used to track Colonel Kinnear.

Gwabini is the third witness to be called by the defense.

Maburna is facing nine counts, including three of attempted murder.

The American pope emphasized a message of peace as he arrived in Ankara, welcomed on the tarmac by a military guard of honor and at the presidential palace by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

The Afghan man suspected of shooting two National Guard members entered the U.S. under the program in 2021. Here’s a look at why it was set up and how those who entered the U.S. were vetted.

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the Afghan man who allegedly shot two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., had served in one of Afghanistan’s elite counterterrorism units, according to a nonprofit run by people who served in Afghanistan.

The country faces many deadly security challenges, leaving the army and police severely overstretched.

Gen Horta N’Tam is sworn in during a ceremony at the army headquarters.

Police search ex-President Chakwera’s residence after a suspect said the dogs were being kept there.

The US boycotted the G20 summit in Johannesburg over widely discredited claims of persecution of the white minority.

The venues offer people the chance to stay warm, socialise and seek support during winter.

A Devizes charity is backing the national Buy Nothing New campaign – an alternative to Black Friday.

People can donate food and household items, or help with food sorting, packing or distribution.

The barn near Beverley will be used to store donations for Jacob’s Well Appeal.

The TRC Cases Inquiry is probing the two-decade delay in prosecutions.

US dollars were allegedly stolen from President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala farm.

South Africa’s risk is not expulsion, which the G20’s rules do not allow, but a year of disruption that could blunt the gains of its presidency

Matlala claims he paid Bheki Cele and Senzo Mchunu for police favours and protection

Double World Cup-winning South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus says the global game needs a strong Wales rugby nation.

Former Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Rulani Mokwena says he is still hurt by how he left Orlando Pirates in 2019.

After Shaqueel van Persie was given his senior debut by his father Robin, BBC Sport picks out other father-son duos in football.

Paddy Pimblett will fight Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title at UFC 324 on 24 January as champion Ilia Topuria reveals he will not compete in the first quarter of 2026.

Thabo Bester found shaking? Trendy ‘tenderpreneur’ Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala wore head-to-toe designer labels in front of Parliament’s committee.

Gareth Cliff has been accused of spreading disinformation about South Africa, as perpetuated by US President Donald Trump.

Having denounced the idea of a Raptor variant as far back as 2019, Ford once again ruled the idea of…

The forecaster has issued a brief spell of isolated showers on Saturday before clearer skies return on Sunday.

His body, bearing 45 lacerations, was discovered on a sports field in Umlazi.

There’s plenty on the sporting menu this weekend.

Vodacom Business, in partnership with, Huawei has launched an integrated SME Digital Service bundle that combines broadband connectivity, Wi-Fi networking, CCTV surveillance, POS payment systems, and cloud platform services into a single monthly subscription.

Icasa has launched an inquiry into the licensing regime for individual electronic network communication services licences.

Homeowners’ associations are legally allowed to fine residents for the behaviour of their visitors, couriers, or contractors, including when they break an estate’s traffic rules.

MultiChoice’s DStv made several changes to its channel offerings in 2025, including significant additions to DStv Compact, Family, Access, and EasyView.

A prominent driving skills expert argues that South Africa should replace the GFL and RAF fuel levies with a new per-km tax.

Set to be revealed within the coming days or weeks, Opel has released the first official teaser image of the…

More than 200 patients suffered harm, including unnecessary mastectomies, the BBC has been told.

The sessions in December and January aim to bring people in Wolverhampton together during the colder months.