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The two soldiers were on patrol when the incident occurred on Christmas Day

The phone snatcher who was captured on camera snatching the phone has been arrested.

Twelve people were killed and 13 others were wounded in the shooting incident in Saulsville.

Nine people were killed in the incident, which happened at the KwaNoxolo tavern earlier this month

The UAE denies Saudi claims it sent a shipment of weapons to separatists and pushed them to launch offensives against the Yemeni government.

Conditions are dire for people in Gaza as President Trump and Israel’s prime minister discuss the next phase of the ceasefire deal. And, Russia accuses Ukraine of an attempted drone strike.

China’s People’s Liberation Army is staging a second day of large-scale military drills around Taiwan. It’s unleashing live-fire exercises as part of what it calls “Justice Mission 2025.”

Israel’s prime minister met President Trump at the White House Monday to discuss next steps in the peace plan with Gaza and across the region.

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

Forward John Mano, who lost his best friend to the civil war in Sudan, says the squad will “fight” for their country on the pitch at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Mulatu Astatke has been blending jazz influences from home and abroad for the past six decades.

As two-time runner-up Mohamed Salah begins another tilt at the Africa Cup of Nations, BBC Sport Africa profiles top stars who never lifted the trophy.

South African workers effectively lose two days off in 2026 despite the country officially having 12 public holidays, but there is a silver lining.

Typical household bills will rise slightly under the new energy cap which takes effect on 1 January.

Wealthy South Africans are increasingly turning their backs on big city living and moving to smaller coastal towns along the Garden Route.

The energy firm sells a $1bn stake in its technology arm Kraken, paving the way for its demerger.

Political Killings Task Team was disbanded by Police Minister Senzo Mchunu

Tributes continue to pour in following the death of former ANC NEC member and MP Dikeledi Magadzi.

Magadzi was 75 and served as deputy minister in two portfolios: transport and water and sanitation.

The African National Congress’ Cde Dikeledi Magadzi has passed on

The 2026 South African racing calendar will burst into life in spectacular fashion at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth on Saturday, 10 January.

Ulster back row Juarno Augustus is ruled out for “a number of weeks” with an ankle ligament injury sustained in the win over Connacht.

The final week of the NFL season is here with the final play-off spots, both top seedings and four division titles to be decided, with three huge head-to-head deciders.

Elite junior tennis players are flocking to online schools. The model offers flexibility and focus – but raises deeper questions about growth, pressure and childhood

In a major study released recently in Epidemiology, conclusions were drawn – yet again – regarding how shutdowns and online learning were ultimately very damaging to kids’ emotional and mental health (obviously some cohorts...

British actress and singer Cynthia Erivo has been recognised for her contribution to music and drama.

New property data has revealed that several small coastal towns in the Garden Route are proving to be much more than just a holiday escape.

‘The Wire’ actor Idris Elba is now Sir Idris Elba, in recognition of his service to the youth through his foundation.

JMPD arrested a suspect caught on camera stealing a woman’s phone outside a popular Brooklyn restaurant.

The summer initiation season concludes in January 2026.

“It’s going to be physical, a ‘who’s the bigger man type thing’. A full crowd,” said Stormers scrumhalf Cobus Reinach.

The decision comes just 13 days before the 2025 cohorts get their results on the 12th of January 2026.

The reborn Commodore 64 is an astonishing remake—but daunting if you weren’t there the first time around.

Chinese brands are competing amongst themselves to dominate South Africa’s fastest-growing car segment.

VW’s most expensive SUV has all the luxuries you’d expect with performance to rival a hot hatchback.

The deal could be valued at about R20 billion and would involve HOF Capital and BlueFive Capital.

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.