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Richemont sales jumped to a record in the final months of last year as holiday shoppers splurged on its watches and Cartier jewelry, led by demand in the US and the Middle East.
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Richemont sales jumped to a record in the final months of last year as holiday shoppers splurged on its watches and Cartier jewelry, led by demand in the US and the Middle East.

Brighten children’s day and ensure nutritional food

South African retailers have become heavily dependent on constant promotions to attract price-pressured shoppers, but this strategy is losing effectiveness, eroding margins and weakening loyalty.

These are the key developments happening in South Africa today, 15 January 2026.

Water, waste, fire and finances — Siyancuma is a mess.
Fall-off-the-bone tender short ribs, kissed with cherry sweetness and red wine depth. The ultimate slow-cooked comfort.

Herman Mashaba is one of South Africa’s most recognisable entrepreneurs and politicians and has become a key figure in the 2026 municipal elections. Newsday asked him 5 tough questions.
KAMPALA, Jan 15 (Reuters) – Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni is seeking to extend his rule into a fifth decade in an election on Thursday with internet restricted across the country following an often violent campaign.
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Jan 14 (Reuters) – Haitian security forces on Wednesday bombed three houses belonging to top gang leader Jimmy “Barbecue” Cherizier, local outlet Gazette Haiti reported on Wednesday, after unverified footage showed a large explosion in the capital Port-au-Prince.
CAIRO/WASHINGTON, Jan 14 (Reuters) – The United States said on Wednesday it is launching the second phase of its plan to end the Gaza war, even as key elements of the first phase – including a complete ceasefire between Israel and Hamas – remain unfulfilled.
WASHINGTON/DUBAI/DOHA, Jan 14 (Reuters) – The United States is withdrawing some personnel from bases in the Middle East, a US official said on Wednesday, after a senior Iranian official said Tehran had warned neighbours it would hit American bases if Washington strikes.

Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Thursday, 15 January 2026.

The previous edition of AFCON held in Cote d’Ivoire produced a record 119 goals but there’s a new record set by Sadio Mane’s strike.
A conversation about a lifetime in the fishing industry and the perspective from the hotseat of a large fishing corporation.
The Judicial Service Commission has found Western Cape Division of the High Court Judge Mushtak Parker guilty of misconduct and has recommended his impeachment.
The Bill will now proceed to the Republican-controlled Senate for consideration and approval before being sent to US President Donald Trump for his approval.
In 2007, the ANC held its 52nd national conference in Polokwane. This is when political interference in the South African Police Service became more prevalent, according to former acting national commissioner Khomotso Phahlane, who was dismissed years ago.