Assets including Nelson Mandela’s iconic floral shirt, a pen given to him by former US president George W Bush and a broken prison key can now be auctioned after the latest unsuccessful attempt by the SA Heritage Resources Agency to block the sale.

EFF leader Julius Malema is attending pre-sentencing proceedings at the East London magistrate’s court after being found guilty of five offences under the Firearms Control Act.

Arsenal host Man United on Sunday and while their visitors are, once again, not in the title equation

Downs continue quest for CAF title as they host Al-Hilal of Sudan on Friday night.

As other nations consider similar laws, Julie Inman Grant told the BBC the ban is already exceeding expectations.

To Lam resumes the role of communist party chief, the post he currently holds, for the next five years.

Hadebe, Soboois headline ‘Battle for Love’ tourney in Pretoria.

President Donald Trump is receiving new transportation, including modified Cadillac SUVs delivered in Davos, Switzerland, as part of a collaboration between the US Secret Service and General Motors.

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery plays down a heated touchline incident with midfielder Youri Tielemans after substituting him against Fenerbahce.

Midfielder Ndlovu warns Sunday’s clash is a do-or-die for Amakhosi’s Confed campaign.

Paddy Pimblett’s journey from reckless teenager to UFC superstar could be completed in Las Vegas on Saturday when he faces Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title at UFC 324.

Truworths’ 2026 financial year is not off to a strong start, with the retailer expecting flat earnings growth and declining sales in its home market.

Trump may seem difficult ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup, but he will be on the podium to co-present the trophy with Infantino.

Daniil Medvedev lives up to his billing as a five-set expert with a comeback victory over Fabian Marozsan to reach the Australian Open fourth round.

Keeper says facing Pirates is a motivation.

These are the key developments happening in South Africa today, 23 January 2026.

World number one Aryna Sabalenka says she was “emotionally all over the place” as she squeezes into the Australian Open fourth round.

ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula has urged billionaire Patrice Motsepe to support the party financially rather than pursue its presidency, amid growing speculation about the businessman’s potential leadership bid.

Former London ICC members tell the BBC they were pushed into making donations they could not afford.

Ryan Rickleton and Tristan Stubbs have been called up to the Proteas T20 World Cup after injuries ruled out Tony de Zorzi and Donovan Ferreira.