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South Africa’s decision to modify a plan to break up its state-owned power utility into three separate entities is encountering opposition from creditors and foreign government funders.
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South Africa’s decision to modify a plan to break up its state-owned power utility into three separate entities is encountering opposition from creditors and foreign government funders.

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A new video has surfaced showing Bitou Municipality Deputy Mayor Nokuzola Kolwapi allegedly handing a firearm to her bodyguard after discharging it during a cultural celebration over the weekend.

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Johan “Rassie” Erasmus has helped take the Springboks from outside the top five, to the top rugby nation in the world.

South Africa
This is the 18th year Makgoba delivered the Christmas message as Bishop and Arch at the cathedral.

South Africa
MPs are wishing citizens well over the Christmas and festive holiday season.

South Africa
Makgoba was delivering the Christmas Eve midnight mass at St George’s Cathedral in Cape Town.

South Africa
IEC is sharpening its tools to improve the voting experience ahead of next year’s elections.

World
An American doctor journals her daily life as a volunteer in al-Shifa hospital, which was once Gaza’s largest medical facility.

World
Ukraine’s president says he open to pulling troops back from parts of the east if Russia also pulls back its forces.

World
It is not clear if Asfura’s opponents will accept the result after saying the vote count was manipulated.
World
Scouts marched under a clear blue sky in Bethlehem on Wednesday, as the Palestinian city emerged from the shadow of the war in Gaza to celebrate its first festive Christmas in more than two years.

Africa
A drought has led to water being rationed in Dar es Salaam, with taps sometimes dry for weeks.

Africa
As he competes at Afcon 2025 with Burkina Faso, Dango Ouattara says Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa inspired him to become the latest African to star for Brentford.

Africa
Jane Ansah is going in a private capacity but reports about the cost and entourage have riled people up.

Africa
Those particularly affected are children and pregnant women – some going without food for days.

Business
BusinessTech homepage takeovers are the ideal marketing choice for companies to secure consistent exposure for key products and services.

Business
Many South Africans are working beyond retirement age, but for some, this is a choice, not a result of financial difficulties.

Business
Passengers travelling on Christmas Eve are forecast to be the highest on record.

Business
French magazine Jeune Afrique has ranked four South African cities among the top 30 most attractive destinations on the continent for quality of life and investment.

Politics
Hlongwa died in hospital on Tuesday following an illness.

Politics
Mashatile called on South Africans to continue embracing the values of Ubuntu.
Politics
A week after she fulfilled her lifelong dream of obtaining a PhD, activist and researcher Dr Reneè Thompson died.

Politics
The Bitou Deputy Mayor was seen in a widely circulated video at the weekend, firing a gun.

Sport
South Africa’s Bafana Bafana are back on back the Afcon 2025 grass on Friday against Egpyt, SABC will take care of the live coverage.

Sport
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus once again joined the public on his now annual Christmas morning walk on Thursday.

Sport
Junior Khanye says Mbule lost so much possession against Angila during Bafana Bafana’s opening AFCON match.

Sport
Bafana Bafana take on the mighty Egypt in Group B of Afcon 2025, where the winner will secure last 16 qualification. Will this be Hugo Broos’ starting line-up?
Education
The decision seemed likely to provoke a court battle in a state where Republican politicians have sought to influence public universities.
Education
It is the latest twist in the marquee battle of the administration’s campaign to rein in colleges and universities it views as too liberal.
Education
Readers offer personal stories in response to a guest essay critical of home-schooling.
Education
[Nile Post] Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has warned heads of examination centres and the general public to beware of fraudsters posing as members of the UNEB Security Committee.

Lifestyle
It seems Siya Kolisi may have confirmed rumours that he is dating 24-year-old influencer Rachel John, a year after split from Rachel Kolisi.

Lifestyle
Take a look inside Handre and Marise Pollard’s ‘bush’ getaway with their son Hunter and newborn baby girl Isabella.

Lifestyle
Pavel Durov already has over 100 children, but he wants to do more to populate the world with heirs to his billions.

Lifestyle
Venus Williams and Andrea Preti are a picture of wedded bliss after becoming husband and wife.

Entertainment
Trump lashed out at the Democrats during his Christmas Eve message

Entertainment
Outgoing NDPP Shamila Batohi has defended the NPA, saying the institution’s successes outweigh its setbacks.

Entertainment
The Archbishop of Cape Town also raised concerns about gambling in South Africa, saying it’s a consequence of the ills of the country

Entertainment
The festive season is meant to be enjoyed, but enjoyment should go hand in hand with responsibility.

Science/Tech
Whether you’re switching from springs to memory foam or just want to sleep cooler this summer, these Sealy mattress deals will have you waking up refreshed—and with cash left in your wallet.

Science/Tech
Psychologists have typically believed that we become less curious as we age, but recent research has shown curiosity actually becomes more targeted and specific in our later years. In this episode from September, Madeleine Finlay hears from Dr Mary Whatley, an assistant professor of psychology at Western Carolina University, and Dr Matthias Gruber of Cardiff University’s Brain Research...

Science/Tech
Motorists in two South African provinces pay more to renew their licence discs than those in any of the country’s seven other provinces.
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader quotes a report from the Financial Post: A Texas power developer is proposing to repurpose nuclear reactors from Navy warships to power the United States grid as the Trump administration pushes to secure massive amounts of energy for the artificial intelligence boom. HGP Intelligent Energy LLC filed an application to the Energy Department to redirect two retired reactors to...
Motoring

Motoring
South Africa received 15 new bakkies this year, including two double cabs with first-of-their-kind powertrains.

Motoring
WeBuyCars has agreed to pay a fine of R2.5 million to the state, and R3.4 million to refund consumers.

Motoring
South African buyers can access the Honda Elevate SUV for less this festive season thanks to strong finance offers and cash rebates.
Health
Sudden surges of anguish can accompany intense mourning. That’s not unusual, experts say, and sometimes even helpful.
Health
The measles outbreak in the United States is now in its 11th month, with almost 2,000 cases. The Timmons family were some of the first people to get sick.

Health
Bertie Melly was in hospital for 18 months after his premature birth in May 2024.

Health
The shortage is due to a major supplier stopping manufacturing epidural bags, the government says.