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Drinks with electrolytes can be expensive but most people are spending money they don’t need to.

For the first time, children will be offered vaccination on the NHS against the common infection which, in rare cases, can be very serious.

Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 – with surprising results

Lucky Tshilimandila says the Makhadzi’s condition has improved compared to Wednesday.

Most people blame the problem on the water supplied by the Polokwane Municipality. 

Letsoha Mathae has stressed the critical role of fathers in the upbringing of their children.

During the commotion, the victim was stabbed with a sharp object and died on the scene.

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te vowed to defend the self-ruled island’s sovereignty in the face of what he termed China’s “expansionist ambitions,” days after Beijing wrapped up live-fire military drills near its shores.

The protests began due to economic pressures, with Iran’s currency rapidly depreciating. Demonstrators have also chanted against the country’s theocracy.

NPR visits a Doctors Without Borders clinic at risk of closure after Israel bans dozens of aid groups in Gaza.

Videos on social media showed cars set on fire during running battles as protests entered their fifth day.

The two states say they are taking reciprocal measures after the US announced full-entry restrictions on their citizens.

TikTok, YouTube and Facebook are down, as the nation awaits the final result from the presidential poll.

BBC Sport reflects on a stellar year for South Africa which threatens to be overshadowed by a lack of home Test cricket.

Somaliland wants international recognition – here’s why, and what could have driven Israel to recognise it now.

The price of Ram – once one of the cheapest computer parts – has more than doubled since October 2025.

Attracting younger workers into the defence industry can be challenging.

Homeowners in South Africa could get more financial relief next year, with three interest rate cuts on the cards for 2026.

Japan, and its biggest city, Tokyo, offers South African travellers a relatively affordable holiday with complete safety, great restaurants, honest people, and no tipping.

Nyhontso says the PAC is ready to contest fully in the upcoming elections.

Political parties will head to the polls in the municipal elections, expected later this year.

President Cyril Ramaphosa spoke during his New Year’s message earlier Wednesday afternoon.

The President also highlighted the importance of respecting women and young girls.

Match of the Day Pundit Steph Houghton discusses Leeds United’s performance against Liverpool and their recent development under Daniel Farke.

Match of the Day Pundits Steph Houghton and Dion Dublin discuss the strength in Sunderland’s defence to keep a clean sheet against Manchester City.

BBC Sport reporter Nizaar Kinsella explains how Enzo Maresca’s position as Chelsea’s manager became “untenable”.

After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?

72-year-old media mogul Oprah Winfrey opens up about her weight loss journey on GLP-1 medication.

Popular YouTube star iShowSpeed rang in the New Year in South Africa, sharing his celebrations with millions of fans across social media.

Learn what life has in store in 2026 from the world’s leading psychics.

A New Year’s fire in Crans-Montana killed around 40 people and injured over 100. Authorities race to identify victims amid panic and chaotic scenes.

A total of R450 000 in jackpots is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results for 1 January 2026.

Hundreds of babies welcomed on New Year’s Day, including girls as young as 14 and 16, raising concerns about teen pregnancies.

Everybody loves public holidays, but there is a catch in 2026.

These are the must-have items every bakkie enthusiast needs on their car in South Africa.

The average price of cars in South Africa has seen considerable increases over the last few years, though even the most notable of these is far from the price tag for the country’s most expensive cars.

Flying cars have been a matter of fiction for many years, but some companies are attempting to make them a reality.

South Africa has a secret test track that has been kept under wraps for nearly two decades, located near a nearby highway where cars can travel at speeds of up to 250km/h.

The standard NHS childhood vaccination programme will include chickenpox from 2 January 2026.

Emma Giannuzzi used sunbeds throughout her late teens and was twice diagnosed with melanoma.

The Food Chain’s Ruth Alexander on what helps – and what doesn’t – if you’ve overindulged.

The weather alert service warns the public when high or low temperatures could damage their health.