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ANC to organise national protest against the US
The ANC says it will organise a mass, national protest against the United States, saying that South Africa is under attack and will not be bullied.
THURSDAY, 29 JANUARY 2026, 12:03

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The ANC says it will organise a mass, national protest against the United States, saying that South Africa is under attack and will not be bullied.

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Orlando Pirates have had to make a tough decision of letting one of their top defenders go after requesting to be released from his contract.

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The Madlanga commission has found prima facie evidence of wrongdoing against suspended Ekurhuleni acting police chief Julius Mkhwanazi and other implicated witnesses, involving allegations of criminality, corruption, fraud, and other unlawful conduct.
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South Africa
Sibusiso Mahlalela found guilty of murdering girlfriend Fikile Mokoena in August 2024.

South Africa
NT55 Investments challenges Gauteng K148 road approvals, citing environmental and procedural flaws.

South Africa
The pre-trial hearing of Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala and four co-accused commences.
South Africa
Grootvlei Climate Smart Horticulture Centre launched
Eskom, together with the Government of the Netherlands and the Mpumalanga provincial government, have officially launched the Grootvlei Climate Smart Horticulture Centre at the Grootvlei Power Station.
The move marks a milestone in linking the country’s Just Energy Transition to “new local economic opportunities in...

World
A Palestinian man and his Israeli friend are dedicating themselves to a peaceful coexistence in the aftermath of the devastating war in Gaza.

World
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing called for a “comprehensive strategic partnership” to deepen ties amid global uncertainty.

World
The airport houses an air force base and is about 10km (six miles) from the presidential place.
World
US President Donald Trump is weighing options against Iran that include targeted strikes on security forces and leaders to inspire protesters, multiple sources said, even as Israeli and Arab officials said air power alone would not topple the clerical rulers.

Africa
Prosecutors allege Diezani Alison-Madueke was given “a life of luxury” in the UK by people interested in Nigerian government contracts.

Africa
Ghana’s foreign minister says the influencer is a “worthy ambassador”, but some Ghanaians criticised the move.

Africa
The African nation argues it is owed payments but the Home Office says it will fight the case.

Africa
Diezani Alison-Madueke took bribes including luxury goods and private jet travel, a prosecutor tells a London court.

Business
Old School is partnering with the two most valuable football teams in Europe, who are worth over a combined R150 billion.

Business
Canal+ says it is working on an action plan to stem Multichoice’s bleeding of subscribers and return it to its pre-2023 growth trajectory.

Business
Hotels have overall had an 84% rates increase, while pubs have risen by 47% due to an increase in their property valuations..

Business
Over 4 million more South Africans now have a Smart ID, with Home Affairs confident its aggressive and accelerated rollout will see the end of the green ID book.

Politics
Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee is continuing with its public participation process.

Politics
ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula is briefing the media on the NEC Lekgotla outcomes.
Politics
President Cyril Ramaphosa has accepted the recommendations in the interim report of the Madlanga commission of inquiry into the capture of the criminal justice system, which urges the criminal investigation of five police officers and nine Ekurhuleni Metro officials.

Politics
Senona has admitted before the Commission that he encouraged Matlala to seek legal guidance.

Sport
With a juicy run of fixtures coming up and his team in top attacking form, Bruno Fernandes is an easy captain choice this week, writes Thomas Woods.

Sport
Alfie Hewett continues his Australian Open singles title defence by beating Gordon Reid – before the British pair lose their doubles semi-final.

Sport
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus won’t hand out many debuts this season, but an exception should be made for these two stars.

Sport
Orlando Pirates winger Tshepang Moremi is confident that the Buccaneers can break the drought and win the league this season.

Education
Policy intended to keep more children sanctioned for non-violent bad behaviour in school in ‘internal exclusion’ units
Suspending pupils from school will be reserved for the most serious cases of bad behaviour including violence, according to the latest government guidance to be issued to schools in England.
The Department for Education (DfE) is to announce a consultation on behaviour policy to...
Education
[Daily Trust] The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has warned that Nigeria faces a major public health and education challenge, with only 11 percent of schools nationwide having access to basic Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) services.
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Education
Harvey, who is deafblind, struggled in mainstream nursery during wait for EHCP – and parents fear he could lose out again
Parents in England fear losing support for disabled children due to Send reforms
Harvey Hind has just turned five. He can count to a thousand. He can recite the alphabet – forwards and backwards – and he loves Play-Doh and cars.
The youngest of three children, Harvey is...

Lifestyle
The alleged wife of arrested Afrikaner man, Jacobus Lodevickus Janse Van Rensburg, claims he made a ‘mistake’ while living in the US…
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Leaving your dog in a car carries serious, life-threatening consequences. Find out what you can do to protect these pooches.

Lifestyle
Anele Mgudlwa’s son Alakhe is more than impressed with his mother’s baking.

Entertainment
The driver of the taxi that hit Du Plessis was suspected to have been driving under the influence of alcohol.
Entertainment

Entertainment
The suspect arrested in connection with the Paarl hospital fire is due to appear in court on Thursday.

Entertainment
A CAF statement said the tactician was guilty of “unsporting conduct” and “bringing the game into disrepute”.

Science/Tech
Canal+ CEO Maxime Saada has acknowledged that Showmax has been a significant drag on MultiChoice’s financial performance.

Science/Tech
The Volvo ES90, an electric luxury sedan, arrives in Q1 2026 with Core, Plus, and Ultra specifications, expanding Volvo’s local EV lineup to six models. The wait is nearly over. Volvo’s latest creation, already celebrated globally for its contemporary design and cutting-edge electric powertrains, will debut in South Africa in Q1 2026. The meticulously crafted […]

Science/Tech
Linda Saunders, country manager and senior director of Solution Engineering Africa at Salesforce, calls for an executive management mindset change.

Science/Tech
Global companies are tapping South Africa’s cost-effective skills base, while local firms continue to undervalue it.
Motoring

Motoring
South Africa’s auto industry has stagnated and is unlikely to reach to meet its performance targets.
Motoring
Motoring

Health
Peter Dervin says he warned Broomfield Hospital staff not to leave his son alone before fatal fall.

Health
Elaine Gracey was in a lot of pain but says she was expected to just put up with her menopausal symptoms.
Health
A Black female doctor when that was rare, she developed a diagnostic test for the disease that is still a standard tool, as well as treatment guidelines.
Health
The case is the latest action taken by a state with an abortion ban against providers in states that support abortion rights.