South African metro suspends legal boss amid police scandal
This comes after the city’s head of legal was implicated during the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.
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SARS sets the record straight on airport fuel crisis in South Africa
SARS has clarified that fuel shortages at some of South Africa’s airports are not the taxman’s fault, with licensing requirements critical to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.
Expat warning: British Christmas parties can be career ending
The first red flag for South African expats should be the “no partners allowed” policy at most UK Christmas parties.
News24 | No royal refund: UK’s Andrew likely to leave empty-handed for early exit from Windsor lodge
Britain’s disgraced former prince Andrew is unlikely to receive compensation for being ousted from his royal residence over his ties to the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
South African rand can drop below R17/USD
The rand has room to strengthen significantly in the year ahead, with December and January potentially seeing the local currency pierce the R17/USD mark again.
News24 | Ekurhuleni legal head suspended on full pay after Madlanga Commission testimony
Ekurhuleni has placed its head of legal, Advocate Kemi Behari, “on precautionary suspension with full remuneration”.
“The 30% school pass mark is no different to Bantu education”
Parliament has voted to keep South Africa’s 30% pass rate in place, a move which BOSA leader Mmusi Maimane says will perpetuate inequality.
Warning for taxpayers in South Africa
Taxpayers who submit inaccurate returns, lack substantiating records, or mishandle disputes can face severe penalties and enforcement action from SARS.
Parliament rejects 50% matric pass mark proposal, and global broadcasting giant to leave South Africa
These are some of the biggest stories happening in South Africa today, 3 December 2025.
REVEALED: Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s jersey number at Chicago Fire
Mbekezeli Mbokazi will link up with his new Chicago Fire teammates immediately after the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon).
Inside the new Pick n Pay stores opening across South Africa
Pick n Pay is revamping retail stores across South Africa as part of its efforts to turn the company around and bring back shoppers.
News24 | ‘Incredible privilege’: Anlia Etzebeth praises family support through postpartum journey
Mom of two under two: The Springbok WAG recently welcomed her second little girl into and has been leaning on her village for support.
News24 | ‘Afrikaners fleeing persecution’ in SA will be the only ‘refugees’ allowed into the US
The only people the US will allow into the country as refugees are Afrikaners from South Africa, the Trump administration has announced.
Calls for big VAT changes in South Africa
Lobby groups are urging the government to reinstate plans to add certain chicken products to South Africa’s zero-rated food list to ease pressure on poor households.
SA braces for fierce storms with strong winds and excessive lightning expected
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Wednesday, 3 December 2025.
These are the six people vying for one of South Africa’s most important jobs
The government has made the CVs of the six candidates looking to take over the leadership of the NPA public.
News24 | WATCH | Man who walked 15km to save his dog is now employed at the SPCA that helped her
What began as a desperate 15km rescue walk to save his injured dog has now turned into a meaningful opportunity for Sello Mabote – a job, stability and a renewed sense of purpose at the SPCA that helped her.