News South Africa

South Africa is set for lower petrol prices and subdued inflation in 2026 as the rand oil price hits a four-year low on falling global oil prices and a stronger rand, although rising fuel taxes will significantly limit the relief for motorists.

South Africa was identified as having the most pervasive synthetic drug market in Africa, according to a recent report.

Three congregants were killed and five others hospitalised after being struck by lightning during a prayer service in Senwabarwana, Limpopo.

The Presidency has confirmed that the Commission’s interim report will not be made public

Edward Chitaizvi was arrested in Waterval a week ago.

Mophiring says the suspects forced their way into the farmhouse on Wednesday and demanded valuables

The business mogul and activist has been in ailing health and has already spent more than 1,800 days in solitary confinement in Hong Kong before his verdict.

Australia, like other countries, has seen a rise in antisemitic attacks since the start of the war in Gaza.

José Antonio Kast, a far-right politician who has praised Chile’s former dictatorship, has won the presidency, signaling a sharp rightward shift fueled by fears over crime, migration and the economy.

A Pakistani brewery founded in the 19th century is exporting beer again for the first time in decades, despite alcohol being illegal for the country’s Muslim majority.

The recent Washington Accord was hailed as “historic” by the US president but the fighting continues.

Nigeria’s biggest city is known for its vibrant arts scene, nightlife and creativity, but street art is relatively unknown.

BBC Sport Africa picks out six players to keep an eye on at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco from 21 December to 18 January.

He is accused of using romance scams to defraud $8m, with the profits flaunted on Instagram.

The Constitutional Court has ruled that parental leave must be split equally, which provides a major oppurtunity for employers.

Prof Ephrem Redda’s recent presentation at the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) is offering fresh insight into how digital transformation is changing the face of higher education in South Africa and what this shift means for achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4), which calls for inclusive, equitable, and quality education for all.

Here are 5 important things happening in South Africa today, Monday, 15 December 2025.

Zikalala says politics is a game of opportunity and the MK Party is taking its chances.

The MK Party tabled a motion of no confidence in Ntuli, which parties will vote on today

Analyst: KZN fared much better under the leadership of the IFP with the support of ANC and DA.

Magwenya says there is more evidence to be heard at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry

Bafana Bafana will face Ghana in a training match this week as they prepare for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs are expected to continue improving the squad in the January window. Here’s why Sphelele Mkhulise should be signed.

With Mabasa likely to be a fourth-choice striker in January, it remains to be seen if Pirates will sell their top player.

Mason Mount is delivering for Manchester United – but can his performances force him into Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad?

King Charles is ‘deeply touched’ to the reaction from the public, after he shared an update on his cancer treatment. Take a look…

A five-year-old girl narrowly avoided becoming the victim of an attempted abduction at a shopping mall over the weekend.

American director Rob Reiner and his wife were found dead at their southern California mansion, CNN and NBC reported on Sunday.

Planning ahead? Here’s how you can maximise a handful of public holidays into nine long weekends in 2026…

South Africa won the continental championships for a record fifth time.

Speculation continues to rumble over the Egyptian’s future after his outburst last weekend.

Conversion excludes the cost of the actual Land Cruiser 79.

While Nvidia remains the world’s most valuable company, 14 other tech companies’ shares prices performed better in 2025.

MK and the EFF claim communications minister Solly Malatsi’s policy directive undermines transformation and unlawfully clears the way for the launch of Elon Musk’s Starlink in South Africa.

DCDT plans a full review of SITA’s mandate, performance and business model.

The Pretoria High Court sets aside the Information Regulator’s enforcement action against the Department of Basic Education over matric results publication.

This first-of-its-kind road safety initiative is designed to help save lives on and off the roads.

Defensive driving in South Africa is essential, as the country is ranked among the worst places to drive in the world.

The 2026 Formula 1 season promises to be full of action and drama.

The prime minister says it would be “reckless” for resident doctors to strike with the NHS at a “precarious” moment.

The European sperm market is booming, but is some donors’ sperm being used to make too many babies?