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SARS has seen a surge in compliance-driven revenue to R304 billion, and the revenue service is set to increase its scrutiny on two groups of taxpayers to keep this momentum going.

The African National Congress says that the organisation itself cannot be corrupt since, if it were, it would not be short of cash because it would access state resources.

Gerry McCann, whose daughter vanished in 2007, tells the BBC he believes politicians fear the media.

Here are some of the key developments in South Africa today, 10 December 2025.

Stellenbosch University hosted the inaugural Babita Deokaran lecture on its Bellville campus

The inquest seeks to establish whether anyone can be held liable for the deaths of 21 young people.

The ban, a world-first, has been applauded by families looking to take back power from tech giants. But questions remain about its enforceability.

Millions of Australian teens will no longer be allowed to use social media. Who wins and who loses out?

Scuffles broke out during a vote linked to attempts to reduce the former president’s jail term.

The president says he is focused on “making America affordable again”, as cost of living becomes a campaign issue.

Plotters misjudged the national mood and Benin’s neighbours learnt from past errors, says analyst Paul Melly.

Nigeria denies the violation saying the aircraft made an emergency landing due to a technical issue.

There is a large police presence in major cities and the authorities have encouraged people to stay home.

Drone attacks on a kindergarten and hospital killed 114 people, the World Health Organization says.

The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has imposed more than R2 billion in fines on online trading platform Banxso, one of the largest penalties in South African regulatory history.

Here are 5 important things happening in South Africa today, Wednesday, 10 December 2025.

The price of the precious metal has topped $60 an ounce for the first time ever.

Discovery achieved a significantly better media sentiment score than its main competitors, Old Mutual, Sanlam, OUTsurance, and Momentum.

Bongani Mkongi, Brumelda Zuma, Pumlani Kubukeli and Makhosazana Radebe will be sworn in as MPs.

The NGC which started on Monday will end on Thursday in Boksburg, east of Johannesburg.

The application was subsequently dismissed, and each party is to bear its own costs.

The party is hosting its 5th National General Council (NGC) in Boksburg.

How Mohamed Salah defied the odds and never gave up on his challenging journey from rural Egypt to become a footballer.

Pat Cummins, who has not played since July, will captain Australia in the third Ashes Test against England in Adelaide next week.

France’s World Cup winner Paul Pogba is moving into the sport of camel racing after investing in Saudi Arabia-based team Al Haboob.

Kaizer Chiefs look set for four January exits, the list includes the trio of Ethan Chislett, Nkanyisa Shinga, and Tashreeq Morris who all arrived in 2025.

The government sets aside £500m it says is needed to revive services aimed at disconnected teens and young adults.

Alone, he would never have been able to buy a set of wheels – but a through a collective project, Lust Gonhi now drives, and earns.

A sinkhole along the R500 in the Gauteng town of Carletonville has collapsed considerably, making it incredibly unsafe for driving.

Advocate Shamila Batohi’s concessions during the inquiry reveal flawed decisions, undermining public trust in the NPA and its capacity to deliver justice.

The Springbok coach will oversee two more World Cup campaigns, in 2027 and 2031.

Catch up on the biggest stories this morning, 10 December 2025, in our simple morning fix update

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The US trade representative has hinted the country may treat South Africa differently than other African countries.

At least 16 cars have been discontinued in South Africa this year.

Many South African Uber drivers cannot afford to buy their own vehicles.

GP Dr Oscar Duke explains the different symptoms you might experience.

Flu has come early and experts predict it could be a particularly nasty season, with a new strain circulating.