
Top Stories
South Africa pokes the bear
South Africa expelled a top local Israeli diplomat, escalating tensions between the two countries and risking renewed criticism by the US.
FRIDAY, 30 JANUARY 2026, 14:15

Top Stories
South Africa expelled a top local Israeli diplomat, escalating tensions between the two countries and risking renewed criticism by the US.

Top Stories
The prime minister says a travel ban and other restrictions “no longer apply” to six current parliamentarians.

Top Stories
There is major disruption on all rail services between Euston station and Watford Junction.

Top Stories
Dame Jilly Cooper, known for best-selling novels including Rivals and Riders, died after a fall in October.
South Africa
Msunduzi Local Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal is drowning in debt, and government departments are among the biggest culprits, owing the cash-strapped city almost R300 million in unpaid bills.
South Africa
Reform agenda improves lives of citizens
The structural reforms being implemented by government to support inclusive economic growth and job creation are beginning to have a measurable impact on the lives of ordinary citizens.
“The reduction in load shedding, which has resulted from reforms in the energy sector, has had a tangible impact on every household and business,” Deputy...
South Africa
Acting Judge President Aubrey Ledwaba has been shortlisted for the role of Judge President of the Gauteng Division of the High Court.

South Africa
Sugar substitutes like stevia and aspartame are generally safe, but effects vary by individual.

World
Kurdish-run prisons hold about 8,000 suspected IS fighters and around 34,000 of their family members in camps.
World
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he expected the implementation of an agreement by Russia not to fire on Kyiv and other cities for a week because of winter weather, as announced by US President Donald Trump.

World
Tehran has threatened to treat an attack by the US as part of last summer’s war, and its response could be more dramatic.

World
US First Lady Melania Trump and her husband President Donald Trump have walked the black carpet at the premier of her new documentary.

Africa
The multiparty system had been “promoting division among citizens”, the country’s interior minister said.

Africa
Almost 30 years after he died, the Nigerian will posthumously receive a Lifetime Achievement Award.

Africa
Nearly 700,000 people have been affected by weeks of severe flooding in Mozambique

Africa
No reason has been given but the decision follows a huge fall-out between South Africa and the US.

Business
Old Mutual Wealth’s acquistion of 10X Investments has been approved by the Competition Tribunal, buying the company from its fellow subsidiary, Old Mutual Private Equity.
Business

Business
South Africa is missing out on a once-in-a-generation opportunity in gold and other metals by driving investment away through hostile policy choices and regulatory instability.

Business
BusinessTech is South Africa’s largest and most influential business news website thanks to its impressive audience of influential decision-makers.

Politics
Julius Malema, EFF president, is delivering the opening address at the party’s plenum.

Politics
Malusi Gigaba is facing charges of corruption linked to Transnet

Politics
Case postponed to February 3 after witness’s lawyer says late documents could prejudice his client.
Politics
Parliament has been asked to intervene as tensions brew between Eastern Cape residents and the KwaZulu-Natal-based Ugu District Municipality over the uMtamvuna River, which straddles both provinces

Sport
Carlos Alcaraz comes back from the brink of defeat to beat Alexander Zverev and reach his first Australian Open final.

Sport
Liverpool’s Jeremie Frimpong faces “a few weeks” out of action with a groin injury, as Arne Slot says the club feared it would be a longer absence.

Sport
Carlos Alcaraz battled past Alexander Zverev in a record Australian Open semi-final to reach his first Melbourne Park final.

Sport
Rangers say they received numerous reports from supporters and staff regarding issues at Porto’s stadium during the Europa League defeat.
Education
[Premium Times] The event marked the formal admission of fresh students to the Classes of 2028, 2029, and 2030, as well as the official commencement of the university’s Spring 2026 semester.
Education
After 22 wonderful years, I’ve decided to take the exciting and terrifying step of leaving in order to try to build something new.
Education
Boys’ reading struggles are not inevitable, research suggests, and addressing the deficit could improve outcomes in school and beyond.
Education
Artificial intelligence is replacing young people’s social intuitions.

Lifestyle
Rachel Kolisi has hinted at her messy marriage split to Springbok captain Siya Kolisi, ahead of her new book and documentary…

Lifestyle
South Africa’s tourism sector is flourishing, as seen by the record number of international arrivals that visited the country in 2025.

Lifestyle
Superstars Kendrick Lamar, Bad Bunny and Lady Gaga are primed to make history on Sunday in Los Angeles at the 68th Grammy Awards.

Lifestyle
Moral of the story?

Entertainment
Dirco says Seidman’s violations include a direct challenge to South Africa’s sovereignty and attacks on President Cyril Ramaphosa via social media.

Entertainment
The actress had the bariatric weight-loss procedure in January 2024.

Entertainment
Residents and visitors can expect stable and dry weather conditions across the Cape Town metro for the weekend.
Entertainment

Science/Tech
Turns out, red light isn’t just for your face. HigherDose’s Red Light Hat has given me the best hair and scalp I’ve had in years.

Science/Tech
Even as Big Tech CEOs curry favor with President Trump, Silicon Valley employees are calling on their bosses to use their influence to help stop his immigration policies.

Science/Tech
The Ilitha Telecoms CEO has argued that meaningful connectivity is what South Africa needs to unlock economic participation.

Science/Tech
Despite being subject to a 25% import duty, all 20 of South Africa’s most affordable cars are made in India and China. A proposed 50% duty could devastate the retail industry.

Motoring
South Africa’s largest motoring retail union has criticized the government’s plan to raise import tariffs on Indian and Chinese cars.

Motoring
Sponsored articles are a highly effective way to reach the right South African audience.

Motoring
The retail motor industry’s majority union is seeking an interdict to prevent retrenchments at South Africa’s largest dealership group.
Motoring
Health
Spurred by her past struggles with dissociative identity disorder, she has devoted her professional life to studying it.

Health
Maternity services at Lancaster Royal Infirmary are rated “good”, but improvements must be made in A&E.

Health
Two Tractor Boys join a project that is tackling oral health and healthy diets among children.
Health
The new panel, which advises the government on research and service priorities for people with autism, includes many members who have argued that vaccines cause autism.