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Dangote Industries, owned by Africa’s richest man, appointed MTN CEO Ralph Mupita to the board of its fertiliser business as it prepares to expand and list the operation in Nigeria. 

South Africa’s commodity-linked rand edged higher in early trade on Wednesday, boosted by record gold prices.

Sir Keir rejects claims that Andy Burnham was told in advance he would not be accepted as a by-election candidate.

Novak Djokovic’s bid for more tennis history is still alive as he scrapes into the Australian Open semi-finals as Lorenzo Musetti retires injured at two sets up.

Western Cape police have launched a manhunt after three men were shot dead in Gordon’s Bay.

The fellowship recognises exceptional PhD students from the School of Computer Science and Applied Mathematics (CSAM) at Wits whose research demonstrates the potential for groundbreaking scientific contributions and meaningful societal impact, particularly in areas where advances in computing can benefit communities around the world. The Google PhD Fellowship programme supports outstanding...

Vodacom Group has been recognised as Africa’s number one employer for the third consecutive year by the Top Employers Institute, reaffirming its commitment to excellence in employee experience and organisational culture. The certification and top ranking were awarded to Vodacom Group alongside individual recognitions for Vodacom Mozambique, Vodacom South Africa, Vodacom Tanzania, Safaricom...

Kim Keon Hee was also ordered to return a Graff diamond necklace and pay back 12.85m won in cash.

Spain’s government announced Tuesday it will grant legal status to potentially hundreds of thousands of immigrants living and working in the country without authorization.

Diezani Alison-Madueke took bribes including luxury goods and private jet travel, a prosecutor tells a London court.

On a visit to Ankara, Bola Tinubu was filmed stumbling and falling after walking past soldiers and dignitaries.

Franco-Chadian military relations have been strained after Chad abruptly ended its defence agreement with France.

Kenyan middle-distance runner Faith Kipyegon plans to build a maternity facility in her hometown Keringet in partnership with her shoe sponsor.

Mr Price continues its massive expansion across South Africa despite the constrained consumer environment.

South Africa will present measures by the end of February to boost local vehicle production, including reviews of luxury taxes on imported cars and import tariffs, the government said on Tuesday.

The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture has reportedly approved 21 name changes across South Africa, including major and historic towns.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Wednesday, 28 January 2026.

Madlanga Commission of Inquiry is investigating allegations of corruption within the judiciary.

Ramaphosa and his Deputy Paul Mashatile lead a one-day Lekgotla with Ministers, Premiers and SALGA.

Witness E alleges that Mchunu convinced him to write a statement to the Commission favouring him.

The KZN Hawks head testified that he enjoyed a brotherly relationship with Cat Matlala since 2019

San Antonio Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama says he is “horrified” after two fatal shootings by immigration agents in Minnesota.

After a successful weekend trip to Zambia, Kaizer Chiefs are back in Mzansi – and on Betway Premiership duty on Wednesday evening.

Newcastle United have only won three away games in all competitions this season and head coach Eddie Howe wants his side to rise to the challenge as they face European champions Paris St-Germain in the Champions League on Wednesday.

The Springboks boast tremendous firepower up front, with world-class options at both loosehead and tighthead prop.

In today’s newsletter: Rising living costs, shrinking early years services and soaring screen use are reshaping what teachers encounter on the first day of school​, with consequences felt across the system

Good morning. Teaching four- and five-year-olds has always involved patience, care and flexibility. What many reception teachers say they did not sign up for was spending large chunks of the...

Darren Scott’s ex-wife Sarah-Kate Accetta penned a touching tribute to the late radio DJ on his 62nd birthday. Take a look…

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A former Miss South Africa has launched an initiative to help needy parents pay off their Pep Stores lay-by accounts for school uniforms.

After her ordeal, the man dragged her to a graveyard, where he left her.

Hawks took down a multi-billion-dollar cybercrime syndicate in Bryanston and Johannesburg’s northern suburbs on Tuesday.

Sun International fills new position with 25-year casino veteran Mark Sergeant, as it focuses on integrating its physical and digital offerings.

By understanding the trade and trade craft of hackers, and the murky underground world of hacking groups, organisations are better placed to defend themselves.

Six alleged bogus investment scammers, together with 25 call-centre agents, were arrested on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, for contravening the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act. The suspects, aged between 38 and 61, were arrested in Johannesburg, Gauteng, during a multi-agency joint takedown operation. Interpol, the Hawks, the South African Revenue Service Forensic Investigation team,

One of South Africa’s biggest cities has failed to renew its contract with its speed camera provider.

South Africa wants to raise the import tariff for Indian and Chinese cars from 25% to 50%.

Buying your first car in South Africa is a rite of passage, the step between lifts from friends and full independence, between planning routes around taxis and deciding when to hit the road on your own terms.

Three- to five-year-old used cars represent a goldmine of value for South African buyers.

Almost a quarter of adults in England do not drink alcohol, according to new figures from a health survey.

Dr Tara Quinn-Cirillo suggests taking micro-moments to calm yourself.