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Johann Rupert’s golden child shoots the lights out
Richemont sales jumped to a record in the final months of last year as holiday shoppers splurged on its watches and Cartier jewelry, led by demand in the US and the Middle East.

‘Lunchbox mom’ Raabia Jacobs inspires healthy, creative school meals
Brighten children’s day and ensure nutritional food

WSL players make confessions including Toone, Shaw and Kelly
The best moments from BBC Sport’s Confession Cam featuring WSL stars Khadija Shaw, Ella Toone, Chloe Kelly and more.

Raducanu given potential Sabalenka obstacle in Melbourne
Emma Raducanu is handed a potential third-round match against world number one Aryna Sabalenka at the Australian Open.

SELLO HATANG | Migration tensions echo at Mbeki’s Moshoeshoe lecture
We live in an age of global clampdowns on migration. From Europe to the Americas, from Africa to Asia, borders are tightening and fear is rising. The scramble for scarce resources, high unemployment and fragile economies has produced a dangerous mix.

GB’s Fery qualifies for first overseas Grand Slam
Britain’s Arthur Fery qualifies for his first overseas Grand Slam by beating Dino Prizmic to reach the Australian Open main draw.

EXCLUSIVE | Naledi Aphiwe comes clean about ‘fake’ romance with Mawelele
Rising star Naledi Aphiwe has confirmed to Sowetan that her celebrity romance with fellow singer Mawelele was fake — a PR stunt to promote their Romeo & Juliet duet.

What does xG predict for the rest of the season?
With more than half the season gone, we have enough stats to get a good idea of how well Premier League teams have been playing and therefore how things will likely unfold in the months ahead.

Political influence in SAPS increased after Zuma became ANC president – Phahlane
Former acting national police commissioner Khomotso Phahlane told members of the ad hoc committee that political interference in the criminal justice system became more prevalent post the ANC Polokwane conference in 2007.

Major threat to Checkers, Pick n Pay, and SPAR
South African retailers have become heavily dependent on constant promotions to attract price-pressured shoppers, but this strategy is losing effectiveness, eroding margins and weakening loyalty.

South Africa does not expect any further Trump tariffs, and suspended IDT CEO resigns
These are the key developments happening in South Africa today, 15 January 2026.

Phahlane alleges coordinated plots by McBride and O’Sullivan
Former acting national police commissioner Lt-Gen Kgomotso Phahlane has leveled serious accusations against private investigator Paul O’Sullivan and former Independent Police Investigative Directorate head Robert McBride.

Rift at top of the Taliban: BBC reveals clash of wills behind internet shutdown
The Taliban leader once warned of a split: A BBC investigation reveals how attitudes to women, the internet and religion are dividing the group at the very top.

ANC rapidly losing votes in this failing South African municipality
Water, waste, fire and finances — Siyancuma is a mess.

‘His attitude is bad’: Malema calls out ad hoc committee evidence leader Norman Arendse
Committee chairperson Soviet Lekganyane intervened many times, cautioning the two parties to remain within the committee’s terms of reference and to maintain the professional decorum expected of an evidence leader and a witness.

Why Jessica Motaung can’t stand for Safa president
Jessica Motaung does not meet the requirements for the top job under Safa’s current constitution, which states “candidates must boast at least 10 years of regional-level experience in the association’s structures”

Galaxy will cope just fine after selling stars
Galaxy coach Adnan Beganovic is convinced they’ll survive without the 21-year-olds, also shooting down the notion that the club’s business model of cashing in on their best players could lead to relegation.
News24 | Cherry and red wine braised short ribs
Fall-off-the-bone tender short ribs, kissed with cherry sweetness and red wine depth. The ultimate slow-cooked comfort.