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John Steenhuisen’s big vaccine plan in question
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen’s plan to vaccinate the national cattle herd against Foot-and-Mouth Disease has drawn criticism from industry stakeholders.
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Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen’s plan to vaccinate the national cattle herd against Foot-and-Mouth Disease has drawn criticism from industry stakeholders.

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Bryonie Gawith and her children Denisty, Oscar and Aubree Birtle died in their home in Bradford.

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Positioned against rivals such as the Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux, Isuzu D-Max and VW Amarok, the Chinese newcomer is said to blend “rugged ability with modern design”.

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A wide-ranging investigation into illegal gambling involving figures in Turkish football is underway with hundreds of players, club owners and referees under scrutiny, BBC Sport looks at what’s going on.

South Africa
Adv Ravele says it was not correct for the Presidency to withdraw Prince Mphephu’s certificate
South Africa
Far from its diamond mining history making it a dazzling gem of the Northern Cape, Kimberley has sunk into a deep hole of debt and failing service delivery due to municipal mismanagement.

South Africa
Five suspects aged between 34 & 70-years-old arrested for illegal possession of unlicensed firearms
South Africa
Merafong, Eskom enter distribution agreement
Eskom and the Merafong City Local Municipality have concluded the official signing of a Distribution Agency Agreement (DAA).
The municipality has become the third local authority in the country to enter into a DAA with the power utility following Maluti-a-Phofung in the Free State and Emfuleni, in Gauteng.
“The agreement forms a key...

World
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, who lives in hiding, is reportedly safe and on her way to Oslo.

World
The two four-storey buildings that came down in Fez contained eight families, state media report.

World
The Tesla boss says instead of leading the Department of Government Efficiency, he could have been working for his companies.
World
The fighters led by the CIA found themselves spiraling into despair because of what they saw as bureaucratic neglect and abandonment by the U.S. government. Among their ranks was Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the man charged with killing one National Guard soldier and seriously injuring a second after opening fire on them in Washington, D.C. on Thanksgiving Eve.

Africa
Schools and shops remain closed in Uvira amid fears that rebels have seized some administrative buildings.

Africa
Plotters misjudged the national mood and Benin’s neighbours learnt from past errors, says analyst Paul Melly.

Africa
Nigeria denies the violation saying the aircraft made an emergency landing due to a technical issue.

Africa
There is a large police presence in major cities and the authorities have encouraged people to stay home.

Business
The latest PayInc Economic Index points to a continued positive trajectory for South Africa, with the economy showing resilience despite a year of challenges.

Business
United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says that Washington is open to extending AGOA and excluding South Africa, saying the country is a “unique problem”.
Business
Business

Politics
The NA adopted a report that establishes a committee that will play oversight over the Presidency.

Politics
The Oversight Committee will give MPs a dedicated mechanism to scrutinise the Presidency’s work

Politics
Ntshavheni says employment increased by 248 000 jobs in the third quarter of this year.

Politics
This year’s survey took place one year into the formation of the Government of National Unity.

Sport
BBC sport’s cricket reporter Henry Moeran explains why England’s decision to go the beach in Noosa is not attracting the same level of scrutiny as it has done in Britain, with Ben Stokes’ side 2-0 down in the Ashes series against Australia.

Sport
England will take on Uruguay and Japan at Wembley in March in their final two games before Thomas Tuchel names his 2026 World Cup squad.

Sport
A former England rugby star has suggested the Springboks are not as dominant as other world champion sides such as the All Blacks in 2015.

Sport
Ireland’s Aoife Wafer is expected to play her first game since breaking her collarbone and rupturing a medial ligament in September.
Education
[Vanguard] The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has completed major infrastructure projects at Mijin Jewu Primary School and JNI Primary School in Sanyinna, Tambuwal Local Government Area, Sokoto State. The projects were executed by Mimshack Swift Nig Ltd.
Education
[Nile Post] Education experts have urged parents to closely monitor and guide their children–especially girls–during the ongoing long holiday brought about by the extended political season.
Education
[Nile Post] Airtel Africa Foundation, the charitable arm of Airtel Africa plc, has launched the Airtel Africa Foundation Tech Fellowship in Uganda–an initiative aimed at empowering the next generation of digital leaders.
Education
As three immigrants claim Nobel Prizes in science for the United States this year, experts warn that immigration crackdowns could undo American innovation.
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Lifestyle

Entertainment
A young Lions squad will be hunting a win over Newcastle Red Bulls in their Challenge Cup second round match in England on Saturday.

Entertainment
Tonight’s draw could make one lucky player millions richer.

Entertainment
Partnership will focus on new energy vehicles and is expected to see the Fiesta returning based on the same platform as the Renault 4, 5 and Nissan Micra.
Entertainment

Science/Tech
Eskom received the worst media sentiment rating of all South African companies, including other large state-owned enterprises.

Science/Tech
Recently, Disney+ revealed first look images from the upcoming drama series “The Testaments,” featuring Ann Dowd, Chase Infiniti, Lucy Halliday, Rowan Blanchard, Mattea Conforti, Isolde Ardies, Shechinah Mpumlwana, and Birva Pandya. ”The Testaments” will premiere April 2026 on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ internationally. “The Testaments” is based on Margaret Atwood’s Booker...

Science/Tech
When you need something that’s as mannishly masculinized as you can get for the Man™ in your life, we have you covered.
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Science/Tech
The costs of a hail damage have ballooned over the past two decades, prompting researchers to resort to extreme measures to understand how these storms destroy buildings.
Motoring

Motoring
The all-new Honda Amaze offers feature-rich motoring, standout pricing, and impressive practicality.

Motoring
The South African Guild of Mobility Journalists has announced the semi-finalists for the 2026 Car of the Year competition.
Motoring
Health
The agency claimed that 10 children’s deaths were linked to the shots, although it did not release evidence to support the assertions.

Health
GP Dr Oscar Duke explains the different symptoms you might experience.
Health
Pharmaceutical company Pfizer is embroiled in a class action lawsuit after over 1300 women in the US suffered brain tumours believed to have been cause by Depo-Provera.

Health
Flu has come early and experts predict it could be a particularly nasty season, with a new strain circulating.