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SOCCER SHAKE-UP: Is Afcon move to four-year cycle Motsepe’s vision or pandering to Europe?
The decision to move the Africa Cup of Nations from being a biennial competition to a quadrennial one has been one of the biggest talking points in recent weeks. Who exactly does it benefit?
The disaster that could boost or break John Steenhuisen’s career
It is a critical moment in the political career of Minister John Steenhuisen as he plans to tackle the Foot-and-Mouth disease outbreak, while experts say their advice has been ignored.
Council throws corruption-accused CFO a lifeline
Despite warnings, chaos disrupted Matlosana council on 22 January 2026, forcing the postponement of deliberations on CFO Mercy Phetla’s disciplinary report.
Council of vital South African city throws corruption-accused CFO a lifeline
Despite warnings, chaos disrupted Matlosana council on 22 January 2026, forcing the postponement of deliberations on CFO Mercy Phetla’s disciplinary report.
End of a decade of pain for South Africa
South Africa is entering 2026 with one of its strongest economic backdrops in over a decade, supported by improving domestic fundamentals and favourable global conditions.
News24 | PODCAST | Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week: Why you should ignore Trump. Plus: Old School brings EPL to SA
This is Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week, a weekly News24 podcast that respects your time and intelligence.
A career path: Working overseas instead of going to university?
Build a future by working overseas instead of attending university. Learn how deckhands, stews and farmers create long-term careers and stability.
News24 | Ryan Coogler’s Sinners shatters all-time Oscars record with 16 nominations – see the full list
Vampire period horror film Sinners broke the Oscars record with 16 nominations, surpassing Titanic and La La Land.
Hidden cost warning for homebuyers in South Africa
Nedbank warned prospective homeowners to budget beyond monthly bond repayments, since purchasing a home involves significant upfront, ongoing and unexpected costs that can strain finances.
Zama zamas terrorise residents of South Africa’s richest province
Tensions stay high at Randgate Hall in Kagiso, where 500 residents from Sporong informal settlement seek safety from illegal miners terrorising their community.
News24 | Trump unveils Board of Peace, ‘New Gaza’ plans at Davos
US President Donald Trump unveiled his new Board of Peace at Davos on Thursday, casting himself again as a global peacemaker despite widespread scepticism over a plan that aims to rewrite the global order.
History Makers: McCarthy family enter Kaizer Chiefs record books
Fabian McCarthy’s son, Aden, scored his first goal for Kaizer Chiefs against Golden Arrows on Tuesday to emulate his father.
The lone province dodging South Africa’s meat-price inflation spike
If you are braaing in Gauteng, you are paying the highest meat tax in South Africa, with inflation in the province hitting 15.2%.