
Curbs on FMD vaccinations frustrate livestock owners
Allowing private vaccination would not impede the state’s efforts to respond to the foot-and-mouth-disease outbreak, lobby groups say.
WEDNESDAY, 28 JANUARY 2026, 20:32

Allowing private vaccination would not impede the state’s efforts to respond to the foot-and-mouth-disease outbreak, lobby groups say.

Coal exports from South Africa’s Richards Bay Coal Terminal rose 11% to 57.66 million metric tons in 2025, the highest in four years, as freight rail performance improved.

Orlando Pirates have added a few players to their squad while letting go of those who struggled with game time under Abdeslam Ouaddou.

The body of Ekurhuleni roads and transport management MMC Andile Mngwevu and three other people he was travelling with have been recovered after floodwaters swept away the vehicle in which he was travelling in Mozambique more than a week ago.
Johannesburg Development Agency boss and acting Johannesburg Social Housing Company CEO Themba Mathibe was granted R50 000 bail by the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday.

Some flavours disappear from store shelves, but the memories they leave behind remain.

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has asked for unity, especially from supporters, after their 2-0 victory over Sekhukhune United in the Betway Premiership match at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Tuesday.

Scorching temperatures in the KwaZulu-Natal midlands, which prompted a child to take a dip in a dam, ended tragically on Tuesday.
A fresh green goddess quiche with phyllo crust, vegetables, and creamy cheese. Ready in less than an hour and perfect for summer brunch!

The five men accused of killing soccer star Senzo Meyiwa are back in the Pretoria high court on Wednesday.

South Africans are notorious for having collective short-term memory.
We speak to anti-cruelty nonprofit founder Nina Jackel about an undercover investigation exposing how lion and tiger cub petting feeds a global industry built on cruelty, profit and deception.

During the dark days of apartheid atrocities, some traditional leaders were part of the regime and worked against freedom fighters.

Mystery surrounds the sudden absence of Penny Ntuli, a popular radio presenter, from Jozi FM, sparking concern among fans and colleagues. Sources suggest tensions at the station, with Penny allegedly seeking opportunities elsewhere.

The December air attack on Nigeria by the US was justified as targeting the Islamic State military camps.

WeBuyCars has opened major new flagship vehicle supermarkets in Cape Town and Pretoria North to boost efficiency and future growth despite short-term pressure from cheap new Chinese vehicles.

Gauteng and the Western Cape, where the DA performed well, are the only provinces in South Africa where over 50% of voters were registered taxpayers.

Retired Pirates defender Happy Jele says the Buccaneers have what it takes to make a cleansweep of all PSL trophies on offer this season, including winning a first league title since 2012.

Mazhamba, Mokoena training with senior team
The rand strengthened to R15.79 against the dollar on Wednesday morning, marking a massive 25% improvement since its recent low of R19.74 in April 2025.