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A code audit will give you a detailed summary of your software’s code quality, performance, security issues, and recommendations for improvement.

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Songstress Lady Zamar is stepping boldly into a new era of Afrobeats — one that celebrates the African culture and self-expression.

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Adrian Gonzales was cleared of abandoning and endangering students during the 2022 mass shooting, which left 19 children and two teachers dead.
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South Africa
Julius Mkhwanazi is expected to appear before Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee.

South Africa
The 22-year-old faces 12 counts of culpable homicide, and reckless and negligent driving.

South Africa
When State prosecutor George Baloyi took him through that statement, Gwabini denied everything.
South Africa
Riaan Manser and five Grade 11 pupils went to Antarctica in December on an environmental expedition of a lifetime. All five pupils showed extra ingenuity and enterprise in this space in their applications and tell us why they are walking the talk.

World
Some people in Britain are asking what it would look like for their government to sever security and intelligence ties with its closest ally, the U.S.

World
During a speech in Davos, Switzerland, President Trump ruled out using military force to acquire Greenland. But he left many questions about the U.S. role in the world.
World
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed developments in Syria and Gaza with US counterpart Donald Trump in a telephone call on Tuesday as Syria’s Turkey-backed government announced a ceasefire with US-allied Kurdish forces after days of clashes.

World
The US pop superstar is among nine songwriters who have been inducted into the 2026 class.

Africa
The internet was shut during the general election, leaving many people without any income – or entertainment.

Africa
Kizza Besigye’s party says his condition is critical, but authorities say he was taken to hospital for a routine check-up.

Africa
Thousands of Senegal fans join the parade to celebrate Afcon champions on their return home.

Africa
The new government is addressing fuel shortages and strengthening the budget but many are not happy.

Business
The European country is the biggest autos manufacturer relative to the size of its population.

Business
The Office of Road and Rail says it was missing “critical points” when it made a decision.

Business
One conservative justice warned that the White House interpretation of the law could “shatter” Federal Reserve independence.
Business

Politics
Witness testimonies at the Ad Hoc Committee kicked off four months ago.

Politics
McBride was probed over evidence suggesting he was in constant communication with Trent.

Politics
Ramaphosa responded to Iran’s participation in the Will for Peace naval drills near Simon’s Town.

Politics
Former IPID head Robert McBride is appearing for a second day before the Ad Hoc Committee

Sport
Dortley is aiming to be back in late February.

Sport
Today’s roundup.

Sport
South Africa’s ultra-running landscape has shifted dramatically, with two former Comrades Marathon winners joining Hollywood Athletic Club.

Sport
Liverpool become the top-earning Premier League club for the first time, according to analysis from financial firm Deloitte.
Education
[The Conversation Africa] The United Nations made 24 January the International Day of Education to highlight the role of education in peace and development. In 2026 the theme is “the power of youth in co-creating education”. This refers to “involving young people and students in global decision making in education” and to young people’s initiatives to safeguard everyone’s right to education.
Education
[RFI] Rainfall of a level not seen for more than 70 years has caused flooding in Tunisia, leaving four people dead. Authorities say schools and many businesses, particularly in the capital, were forced to close from Tuesday.
Education
[Afrobarometer] Attainment advances among younger generations but reflects persistent disadvantages for women, the poor, and rural residents.
Education
[Scrolla] A scholar transport vehicle carrying nine children crashed with a car on Kingfisher Avenue in Elspark. Three children were injured and taken to a nearby medical facility, while others were not hurt.

Lifestyle
US YouTuber IShowSpeed celebrated his 21st birthday by hitting 50 million subscribers while in Nigeria on his African tour.

Lifestyle
An environmental activist has claimed to have found South Africa’s ‘dirties’ beach – located in Cape Town! Take a look…

Lifestyle
Amor Vittone’s new partner, Marius van Biljon, has opened up about moving on from his late wife, who died six months ago…

Lifestyle
How does the Constitutional Court’s ruling on customary marriages impact Black Coffee’s appeal of a divorce judgment against ex, Enhle Mbali?

Entertainment
Trump has singled out South Africa for harsh treatment on several issues since he returned to the White House a year ago.

Entertainment
Cheap clothes can often become the most expensive items in your wardrobe. Simple maths tells the story. Here’s why quality always wins.

Entertainment
ANC members, mainly in North West, say leadership inaction on proven list manipulation could force them to boycott elections.

Entertainment
Trump celebrated the first anniversary of his return to office this week

Science/Tech
While government has not yet provided any funding for what is supposed to by a public-private partnership project, its private developer has already constructed and sold 440 units and significant supporting infrastructure.

Science/Tech
Mettus, a collective of data and analytics businesses that includes credit bureau Xpert Decision Systems (XDS), has launched the Splendi app to help consumers understand their credit profile, build healthier money habits, and approach the year ahead with more confidence rather than more debt. Splendi is a South African credit wellness platform geared towards younger, […]

Science/Tech
In the third week of January 2026, the African fintech narrative has officially shifted from “expansion” to “sovereignty.” Recent data from the African Fintech Summit confirms that we are no longer merely adopting global solutions; we are exporting them. As leading platforms like Paystack transition from simple gateways to complete embedded financial operating systems, the […]
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader quotes a report from the New York Times: Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic have transformed millions of lives with easily administered treatments and quick results. Now it turns out the dropped pounds may have a surprising perk for airlines, too: lower fuel costs, as slimmer passengers lighten their aircraft’s loads. According to a study published last week by Jefferies, a...

Motoring
Six more Chinese brands are coming to South Africa this year, bringing everything from a Toyota Prado rival to electric bakkies and family SUVs.
Motoring

Motoring
South Africa is facing a severe shortage of traffic officers.
Motoring
Health
One person who contracted it died. The fungus is commonly found in soil in the Ohio River and Mississippi River valleys, and the illness is not contagious.

Health
Chloe booked an abortion because her sickness was so severe she could not look after herself.
Health
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. rallied supporters at the Pennsylvania State Capitol, where he promoted his new dietary guidelines.

Health
Dr Jo Blodgett from UCL explains an approach that considers how much you move – and don’t move – across the day.