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Gayton McKenzie under attack
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) and the Democratic Alliance have attacked Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie over problems linked to his department.

Frustrated workers set fire to refuse trucks in South Africa’s richest city
After supposedly reaching an amicable agreement with Pikitup executives and the City of Johannesburg, frustrated Pikitup employees torched two waste collection trucks.

No interest rate changes in South Africa
South Africa’s central bank kept its main lending rate unchanged at 6.75%.

No interest rate relief for South Africa in January
The Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee voted to keep interest rates unchanged at its January meeting.

South Africans Abroad: Mihlali Mayambela becomes a free agent!
Mihlali Mayambela contributed 19 goals and 15 assists in 125 matches across all competitions for Aris Limassol for over three years.
News24 | Reserve Bank stalls on interest rate — but two cuts still expected in 2026
The SA Reserve Bank has left the interest rate unchanged in the first 2026 meeting of the monetary policy committee.

Old Mutual picks up major asset manager for R2.2 billion
Old Mutual has received unconditional approval to acquire majority control of 10X Investments, strengthening its presence in South Africa’s fast-growing passive investment and ETF market.

Smart Money – Discovery Invest’s Craig Sher on why South Africans cannot afford to delay retirement saving
Craig Sher is the Chief Product and Investment Officer at Discovery Invest and has worked in the research and development field for nearly two decades.

Top police officials in South Africa to be investigated by special task team set up by Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has accepted the recommendations contained in the interim report of the Madlanga Commission, paving the way for the immediate criminal investigation of high-ranking police generals and municipal officials.

The sinkhole that closed roads and harmed businesses
The sinkhole on John Vorster Drive in Centurion has forced businesses to shut their doors and has been a significant point of frustration for residents for years.

A taste of home: The global footprint of South African cuisine
Discover how South African cuisine connects expats globally. From smoky braais to biltong, explore the bold flavours that define our local heritage.

Only 25% of South African unit trust funds outperformed the market
Schalk Louw, a portfolio manager and strategist at PSG Wealth, shared eye-opening information about the performance of South African unit trust funds.

South African property market shows signs of recovery
The South African property market is showing signs of recovery in 2026, with falling interest rates improving affordability for all buyers.