Eskom fights for stranglehold on electricity in South Africa
Despite public assurances that it had “paused” its legal challenge against private electricity traders, court records reveal that Eskom is actively proceeding with the litigation.
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IEB achieves 98.31% pass rate in 2025 matric exams
The Independent Examination Board has announced a 98.31% overall pass rate for the 2025 National Senior Certificate examinations.
North Korea condemns multilateral sanction monitoring activity, KCNA says
North Korea has lashed out at a special sanctions monitoring team composed of multiple countries, calling its activities “illegal” and irrelevant to the United Nations, state media KCNA reported on Monday.
Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai’s mitigation hearing begins ahead of sentencing
Hong Kong’s High Court began hearing on Monday the mitigation plea of pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai, the final step before sentencing in a landmark national security trial that has drawn international condemnation and could see Lai jailed for life.
Saleng’s Sundowns move massive, says Manqoba Ngwenya
Mamelodi Sundowns legend Manqoba Ngwenya has lauded the club’s rather surprise capture of Monnapule Saleng from Orlando Pirates as a “statement signing”, feeling coach Pitso Mosimane somehow played a role in this landmark recruitment.
Hungary grants former minister from fellow EU member Poland asylum
Hungary has granted Poland’s former justice minister asylum, he said on Monday, as the architect of judicial reforms that pushed Warsaw into years of conflict with the EU seeks to avoid abuse of power charges he calls politically motivated.
Veteran Ugandan leader eyes new term in election amid succession talk
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni is widely expected to extend his four-decade rule in an election on Thursday after a campaign marred by violence and clouded by questions about who might eventually succeed him.
WATCH | Basic education department hosts breakfast in celebration of the class of 2025
The basic education ministry is on Monday hosting a breakfast to celebrate the class of 2025.
IEB pass rate drops to lowest level in years
The Independent Examinations Board says that the decline in the overall pass rate is due to an increase in learners.
South Africa on the way to serious trouble
Lagging revenue collection for the 2025/26 fiscal year could place pressure on government borrowing and, consequently, South African bond yields.
Top 10 most popular used SUVs bought by South Africans in 2025
Latest sales data reveals which familiar favourites and rising contenders dominated the used-car market, and what their success says about changing buyer priorities.
SCA upholds eviction order in matrimonial property dispute
Landmark decision clarifies property rights in divorce cases
Fires leave trail of loss from Mossel Bay to Dunoon
Overstrand communities rally as veld fires threaten lives and homes
Interest rate cuts are coming for South Africa
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) is anticipated to extend its easing cycle in 2026, as inflation continues to moderate.
South Africa would be ‘stupid’ to have Elon Musk’s Starlink – Songezo Zibi
RISE Mzansi leader Songezo Zibi argues that the country would be making a “stupid” and dangerous mistake if it allowed Elon Musk’s satellite internet service Starlink to operate in the country.
Oil rises as Iran supply risk counters Venezuelan export resumption
Expectation market will be oversupplied this year limits gains
Matric results don’t define learners’ future, experts say
As the class of 2025 awaits their matric results, Roshni Parbhoo-Seetha from Sadag emphasizes that these outcomes don’t define a student’s worth or future, suggesting alternative pathways like TVET colleges or skill-based training if desired results aren’t achieved. Eshmael Mpabanga highlights the importance of choosing a career path that develops transferable skills and adapts to change,...
Kruger Park guests evacuated due to thunderstorm warning, and experts positive about 2025 matric results
Here are some of the key developments happening in South Africa today, 12 January 2026.
The South African company that doubled investors’ money in a year
Weaver Fintech’s successful pivot from focusing on retail to a fast-growing fintech ecosystem has doubled its share price and transformed it into a major JSE financial services player.
SARS teaches taxpayers a R155 million lesson
SARS has sent a R155 million warning to taxpayers, showing its willingness to use severe legal measures against non-compliance.