‘King coal is back’, says Mantashe
The minister framed coal, not as a relic of the past, but as a critical driver of energy security, industrial activity and employment
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News24 | SA’s landmark trade deal with China; Kolisi on Bok selection: Today’s top 7 stories
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Masculinity and vulnerability aren’t exclusive, says Bafta-nominated director
Film-maker Akinola Davies Jr says he wanted to explore the depiction of father-son relationships.
Graham Norton joins star cast of Taylor Swift’s new video
The video for Opalite was inspired by Norton’s chat show, after Swift appeared on the sofa last year.
News24 | SA trophy hunting export quotas revived after four-year freeze
Environment Minister Willie Aucamp has finally published proposed export quotas for elephant, black rhino and leopard hunting trophies — a move professional hunters have been demanding for years.
BBC at scene where Russian general was shot in Moscow
Russia editor Steve Rosenberg reports from the outskirts of the Russian capital, where Lt Gen Vladimir Alexeyev was shot and wounded.
14-year-old Suryavanshi hits ‘blockbuster’ 175 in U19 World Cup final
India teenager Vaibhav Suryavanshi makes a stunning 175 from just 80 balls in the Under-19 World Cup final against England.
Three things that could bring Starmer down – and what might save him
Sir Keir’s survival as Labour leader and prime minister hangs in the balance, writes Nick Eardley.
Why should I not express how I feel about conflicts? – Guardiola
Pep Guardiola defended his stance of speaking up about global conflicts by asking, “why should I not express what I feel, just because I am a manager?”
WATCH LIVE | SAPS-NPA briefing on Madlanga Commission of Inquiry
The successes achieved by the SAPS Safer Festive Season Operations and matters relating to the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry are being explored.
RECORDED | SAPS and NPA brief media on Madlanga inquiry, festive season campaign
The successes achieved by the SAPS Safer Festive Season Operations and matters relating to the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry are being explored.
Newsletters: I have a picture for you! 31 January-06 February 2026
The First Thing newsletter’s Ever-lasting Subscriber Photo Gallery.
Major state-owned company reports R155 million profit
SAA has recorded its second profit since exiting business rescue in 2021, with South Africa’s national flag carrier now reporting a far healthier financial position.
Parliament denies shielding O’Sullivan, Mogotsi over subpoena decision
Parliament has refuted claims that it is protecting Paul O’Sullivan and Brown Mogotsi by not subpoenaing them for a corruption investigation, as National Assembly speaker Thoko Didiza cited legal and safety concerns
SIU welcomes dismissal of Beitbridge border fence contractors’ profit bid
The Special Investigating Unit has welcomed the Supreme Court of Appeal’s judgment dismissing an application by two companies involved in the construction of the unstable Beitbridge border fence in 2020.
The South African woman who built a salt empire from a garden shed
Newsday sat down with the founder of Oryx Desert Salt, who shared her journey from packing salt grinders at her dining table to becoming a household name.
Money raised for family of deceased MultiChoice guard David Sejobe
Money has been raised through a BackaBuddy campaign to support the family of David Sejobe, a beloved MultiChoice security officer who died in a cycling accident.
PORTFOLIO REALIGNMENT: The door into private markets is swinging open for retail investors as public markets shrink
The universe of listed companies is contracting and the traditional balancing act between stocks and bonds has become less predictable. As value creation migrates to private equity and credit, investors are being forced to look beyond the JSE.