Johannesburg mayor shrugs off no-confidence motion, and municipal CFO accused of major misconduct
These are the key developments unfolding in South Africa today, 21 January 2026.
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Kganyago shares good news about interest rate cuts in South Africa
South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago said that inflation was on course to meet the bank’s new target of 3% in 2026 as prices remained stable.
News24 | Don’t just wing it: Try these 7 recipes to nail the perfect chicken wing
Whether fried, baked, or air-fried, these wings deliver deliciousness for every craving. From buttermilk-brined beauties to biltong-spiced stunners, here are seven irresistible wing recipes to satisfy any craving, any day of the week.
South African billionaire’s company shooting the lights out
Zak Calisto’s Karooooo continues to go from strength to strength, with its latest quarterly results showing strong revenue and subscriber growth.
Dark clouds gather over South Africa’s most important industry
South Africa’s mining industry is losing global competitiveness due to soaring electricity, water and labour costs, which are currently being masked by elevated precious metals prices.
Taxpayers to shell out R4 billion for VIP blue light brigades
South Africa is set to spend over R4 billion on VIP and static protection for the President, ministers, deputy ministers and international dignitaries in 2026/27, significantly more than the past two fiscal years.
News24 | ‘We’re on the menu’: Canada PM Carney urges countries to unite amid global rules ‘rupture’
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said that the US-led global system of governance is enduring “a rupture”, defined by great power competition and a “fading” rules-based order.
WEATHER: Severe storms and damaging winds to hit SA TODAY
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Wednesday, 21 January 2026.
Living abroad: The highs, the lows, and the journey home
Living abroad is a life-changing mix of adventure and growth. Discover the highs of travel and the quiet reality of missing home.
Iconic Johannesburg theatre celebrates 50th birthday
The Market Theatre first opened its curtains in 1976 as the ‘Theatre of the Struggle’ during apartheid.
News24 | Koeberg reduces power after fault
Power generated by the Koeberg nuclear station near Cape Town was cut by almost 90% following a fault on Tuesday afternoon.
California governor tells South Africa, world leaders how to handle ‘unhinged’ Donald Trump
Gavin Newsom has slammed world leaders’ capitulation to Donald Trump as ‘pathetic’, saying ‘this guy is playing folks for fools’.
News24 | Man, 77, stabbed to death while visiting son’s grave in Stellenbosch
Police in Stellenbosch are investigating the murder of a 77-year-old man, who was fatally stabbed while visiting his son’s grave on Saturday.