ANC admits to feeling heat from MK, EFF, ActionSA, PA and DA
The party says its decline has been worsened by communication failures, while opponents dominate social media with sharp messaging and emotional appeal
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Hidden threat to South Africa
South Africa’s rising frequency and severity of weather-related disasters are driving up insurance and reinsurance costs, creating systemic risks that threaten the industry and broader economy.
Nearly 1 in 5 Eastern Cape households have no water
The Minister of Water and Sanitation revealed that nearly 20% of the Eastern Cape population lacks access to clean water.
South Africa opens first gold mine in 15 years
South Africa’s first new underground gold mine in 15 years opened on Thursday, aiming to capitalize on bullion’s record-breaking rally.
News24 | Festive feasting: Golden hour prawn cocktail
A nostalgic starter that brings fresh flavours to any gathering. This simple combination of ruby lettuce, creamy Marie Rose sauce and tender prawns makes this classic cocktail the kind of dish everyone remembers.
WATCH: Police raid hijacked Sandton mansion housing 200 tenants
One of the owners returned from a holiday in 2020 to find the massive house, in the rich suburb of Bryanston, hijacked and illegally occupied.
News24 | Pops Mohamed mixed old and new to reinvent South African music
Ismail Mohamed-Jan – better known by South African jazz fans as Pops Mohamed – has died at the age of 75.
News24 | Rassie signs long-term deal with Springboks, on board until 2031 Rugby World Cup
The Springboks have extended coach Rassie Erasmus’ contract until the end of the 2031 Rugby World Cup in the USA.
Good news for Capitec clients
Capitec has introduced a new “Contact Lock” feature to enhance security on its banking app by generating an encrypted digital fingerprint of a user’s phone contacts.
African penguins starving
New study finds that some SA populations are estimated to have fallen 95% in only eight years
News24 | Strangers rally behind Cape Town blogger after cancer diagnosis, raising R1.1m in 15 days
What began as a simple routine cancer check-up for Cape Town mom blogger Julie Kynaston has sparked an outpouring of generosity, with strangers donating more than R1.1 million in just 15 days to her fight against her diagnosis.
New R850 million apartments coming to major South African shopping mall
Work has begun on an R850 million redevelopment that will convert and construct 1,200 new residential apartments next to Menlyn Park Shopping Centre.
Inside SA’s overcrowded prisons: 27 000 foreign nationals, soaring remand costs
South Africa’s Correctional Services Minister has revealed that more than 27 000 foreign nationals are currently incarcerated in SA’s prisons.
The state won’t let Zuma stall his corruption case any longer
The state prosecution is seeking to proceed with Jacob Zuma’s corruption trial after 20 years of delays, regardless of any further delay tactics the former president may employ.
Protected: Celebrating 21 years of impact: DUT’s vision for innovation and excellence
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South Africa refuses to bow to US pressure
This comes after the US snubbed South Africa for next year’s G20 summit.
Untrained officers deployed to disperse student protests, and the new Hilux is years behind competition
Here are some of the key developments in South Africa today, 5 December 2025.
End of an era for Dis-Chem in South Africa
Dis-Chem founder Ivan Saltzman has announced plans to retire from his executive director role in mid-2026.
News24 | Three candidates recommended for Lottery chair
The portfolio committee’s recommendation must be confirmed by national assembly, and then Minister Parks Tau has the final say.
‘Are you trying to get us murdered in South Africa?’ Matthew Gruter lands in Joburg after Australia expulsion
Upon landing at OR Tambo Airport, Matthew Gruter lashed out at the media, claiming the reporting was endangering his family’s safety.
Pick n Pay coming after Checkers Sixty60 in South Africa
Pick n Pay has invested heavily in revamping its asap! delivery service, which is starting to bear fruit as South Africa’s on-demand grocery delivery market is becoming increasingly more competitive.