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Helicopter crash on Tanzania’s Mount Kilimanjaro kills five, aviation authority says
A helicopter crashed on Tanzania’s Mount Kilimanjaro, killing five people, the civil aviation authority said on Thursday.
FRIDAY, 26 DECEMBER 2025, 10:22

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A helicopter crashed on Tanzania’s Mount Kilimanjaro, killing five people, the civil aviation authority said on Thursday.

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West China Cement is seeking to acquire South Africa’s AfriSam South Africa Proprietary, marking the latest push by cement companies from the Asian nation to expand on the continent.
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At least five worshippers were killed and 35 others injured when a suspected suicide bomber detonated an explosive inside a mosque in Maiduguri, the capital of Nigeria’s Borno state, during evening prayers, police said.

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South Africa ended decades of hurt and shed their reputation for bottling it in the knockout stages.

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Residents who will be travelling urged to be cautious as hail could cause travel disruptions.

South Africa
Police say the dagga was hidden in a travelling bag underneath a bed.

South Africa
The fire was caused by cable theft resulting in damage to critical electrical equipment.

South Africa
Some DRC citizens had a church service in Mahikeng with their countrymen to celebrate Christmas

World
In an “alternative” message to the king’s annual Christmas speech, Kimmel told British viewers that “from a fascism perspective, this has been a really great year,” for the United States.

World
President Trump made the announcement late Thursday on social media, saying the strike was in response to the Islamic State targeting Christians in Nigeria.

World
As smog shrouds New Delhi, authorities have taken unpopular steps like banning a favorite street snack. Critics say its performative.

World
The storms have brought flash flooding and mudslides during a time of busy holiday travel.

Africa
Sporting great Eliud Kipchoge says his plan to run marathons on seven different continents is about purpose, not records.

Africa
A drought has led to water being rationed in Dar es Salaam, with taps sometimes dry for weeks.

Africa
As he competes at Afcon 2025 with Burkina Faso, Dango Ouattara says Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa inspired him to become the latest African to star for Brentford.

Africa
Jane Ansah is going in a private capacity but reports about the cost and entourage have riled people up.

Business
The latest data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) at the end of the fourth week of December shows that motorists are in store for an even bigger cut in prices in the new year.

Business
Home Affairs is amending the nation’s immigration laws – 8 years after a ruling from the Constitutional Court.

Business
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Business
South Africans can expect a modest salary increase in 2026.

Politics
Community activist Mario “Gatto” Wanza died on Wednesday at the age of 59.

Politics
It argues that the plans threaten marine life and could negatively impact the tourism sector

Politics
Hlongwa died in hospital on Tuesday following an illness.

Politics
Mashatile called on South Africans to continue embracing the values of Ubuntu.

Sport
The Detroit Lions suffer a disastrous defeat that ends their play-off hopes while Denver beat Kansas City in what could be Travis Kelce’s final home game for the Chiefs.

Sport
The DA has raised concern over the Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality’s failure to finalise an agreement with the Free State Rugby Union.

Sport
Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie says Bafana are ‘favourites and a team to watch’ thanks to Hugo Broos.

Sport
Bafana Bafana were hard at work on Christmas day preparing for Friday’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group B match against Egypt.

Education
Cláudio Valente and one of victims, Nuno FG Loureiro, both studied at notoriously challenging Técnico in Lisbon
As investigators in Massachusetts work to piece together a motive for the murders of two Brown University students and an MIT physics professor, former classmates of the suspected gunman and one of the victims have been asking if the roots of the tragedy lie in their shared experience...

Education
Wealth of datasets compiled as private passions are now a goldmine for those hunting for their ancestors
The autumn sunlight is filtering through quietly falling leaves as Louise Cocker stands in front of the gravestone of James Henry Payne and takes a quick photograph. Payne died at the age of 73 in October 1917 and was buried in the Norfolk town of North Walsham, along with his wife Eleanor...

Education
Retirees with ‘fantastic hunger for education’ taking part in university organised events in record numbers
Record numbers of Swedish retirees are enrolling in a university run “by pensioners for pensioners” amid increased loneliness and a growing appetite for learning and in-person interactions.
Senioruniversitet, a national university that collaborates with Sweden’s adult education...
Education
An Oxford professor and renowned critic, he was pugnacious, fearless and disdainful of the received wisdom of his intellectual milieu.

Lifestyle
SA ministerial travel expenses attained new heights in 2025. These were the departments that spent the most extravagantly …
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Lifestyle
King Charles III recorded his fourth Christmas from Westminster Abbey.

Lifestyle
Siya Kolisi’s alleged girlfriend Rachel John shared her plans for Christmas this year… is the Springboks captain included?

Entertainment
Human factors account for a high percentage of fatal crashes.

Entertainment
Vavi said the ANCYL is contradicting itself by wanting the unemployment crisis to be solved while defending the ANC’s policies, which he said are the cause of the problem

Entertainment
Average annual mileage will determine whether the hybrid is going to save you any money.

Entertainment
It’s season four of the SA20 and MI Cape Town face Durban’s Super Giants in their first two games.

Science/Tech
On the hunt for the perfect mattress (and pillow)? Save on your soon-to-be favorite brand, Purple, with these coupons and deals.

Science/Tech
A MyBroadband product review gives South Africans trusted insight into why your product deserves their attention.
Science/Tech
Michael Truell, the 25-year-old CEO and cofounder of Cursor, is drawing a sharp distinction between careful AI-assisted development and the more hands-off approach commonly known as “vibe coding.” Speaking at a conference, Truell described vibe coding as a method where users “close your eyes and you don’t look at the code at all and you just ask the AI to go build the thing for you.” He...

Science/Tech
Tallinn, Estonia (PinionNewswire) — Apirone has announced a completely updated dashboard, built from the ground up on its own design system. This release marks a significant milestone for the company as it continues to refine user experience and establish a foundation for future development. Elements of style According to the team, the redesign goes far […]

Motoring
There are several steps you should take if you are caught in a hailstorm, and a few steps to assess the damage.

Motoring
Global automakers are facing greater uncertainty as they navigate an environment of trade tensions, regulatory changes and uncertain economic outlooks.

Motoring
TopAuto gives advertisers powerful access to over 1.3 million active car shoppers every month.

Motoring
While car insurance is vital, motorists don’t need to spend an excessive amount on monthly premiums.

Health
Some of the lamps – which are often used for Seasonal Affective Disorder – are available to loan for up to three weeks.
Health
Brendan Costello was a cleareyed writer who might have found this article a bit treacly. Such is the cost of being a good guy.
Health
Sudden surges of anguish can accompany intense mourning. That’s not unusual, experts say, and sometimes even helpful.
Health
The measles outbreak in the United States is now in its 11th month, with almost 2,000 cases. The Timmons family were some of the first people to get sick.