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Why South African investors must choose IBV Gold for gold and silver bullion
With 20 years of experience, IBV Gold is the ideal choice for South Africans to invest in gold and silver bullion.
FRIDAY, 16 JANUARY 2026, 10:54

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With 20 years of experience, IBV Gold is the ideal choice for South Africans to invest in gold and silver bullion.
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The Johannesburg magistrate’s court has dismissed an application by murder accused Victor Majola to have CCTV footage allegedly capturing the fatal shooting of entertainer Warrick “DJ Warras” Stock presented in court.

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The Reserve Bank has room to cut South Africa’s interest rates at its January meeting, as a strong rand, high gold price, and favourable inflation environment work in the country’s favour.

South Africa
36 homes have been damaged in Mbalula village floods says government.
South Africa
Closing date for submissions on White Paper on Citizenship extended
The closing date for the submission of public comments on the Draft Revised White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration and Refugee Protection has been extended from 31 January 2026 to 15 February 2026.
“On 12 December 2025, the Department invited members of the public to submit comments on the Draft Revised White...
South Africa
SANDF deploys helicopters for flood rescue in Limpopo
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has deployed two helicopters to evacuate people stranded in Limpopo, due to the severe flooding and rising water levels in the province.
This as President Cyril Ramaphosa visited the province where heavy rainfall and flooding has left at least 19 people dead and caused destruction...

South Africa
The TRC Inquiry is probing alleged efforts to stop the investigation or prosecution of TRC cases.

World
President Museveni has about 76% of the vote with results in from nearly half of all polling stations.

World
The woman, who accused Oren and Alon Alexander of sexual assault, was found dead in Sydney late last year.
World
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado said she “presented” her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Donald Trump, in a bid to win over the US president who had sidelined her since overthrowing Nicolas Maduro.

World
Rachel Bloor had assumed the heavy weight on her chest was her dog.

Africa
Novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie says her child’s death was caused by medical negligence, which the hospital denies.

Africa
President vetoes attempt by lawmakers to amend the constitution to retain control

Africa
Moroccan fans celebrated through the night as their beloved Atlas Lions beat Nigeria to make it to the Afcon final.

Africa
Eritrea denies the claim and accuses Ethiopia of seeking a pretext to attack, amid fears of renewed conflict.

Business
Aveng has announced the retirement of its Group CEO, Scott Cummins, with the JSE-listed construction company now looking for a permanent replacement.

Business
The sale of Hyde Park Corner has fallen through after conditions precedent in the deal were not met.

Business
Donald Trump’s stand-off with the US central bank has recalled episodes in other countries – which ended badly for the economy.

Business
Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 16 January 2026.

Politics
Risk analysis had revealed that almost the whole SAPS in Gauteng was working with criminal cartels.

Politics
The provincial secretary says he will accept nomination for chairperson of the ANC

Politics
He says he was shocked by the directive because he was against its disbandment.
Politics
The US Embassy in Pretoria on Thursday accused South Africa of supporting Iran while it violently represses pro-democracy protests by allowing Iranian vessels into South African waters for a multi-national naval drill.

Sport
Netherlands forward Donyell Malen joins Roma from Aston Villa after just one year with the Premier League side.

Sport
New Orleans Saints kicker Charlie Smyth says he does not believe he has “made it” despite becoming an NFL starter this season.
Sport
Seven Kaizer Chiefs players will have their contracts expire at the end of the 2025/26 season. The club could release half of them.

Sport
There have been 55 finals since the Women’s FA Cup began in 1970-71. How many winners can you name? Good luck!
Education
[The Conversation Africa] South Africa’s schools still carry the imprint of apartheid, where resources, language and geography were deliberately divided according to “race”. Many communities today remain deeply unequal in terms of school infrastructure and resources.
Education
[SAnews.gov.za] MEC for Education in the Western Cape, David Maynier, says the province will continue working tirelessly to place all children who are still seeking school placements as the country begins the 2026 academic year.
Education
[Daily Maverick] Three years ago, Daily Maverick visited Lavender Hill High School in Cape Town, which had a matric pass rate just under 70%, to explore the stories of success and adversity behind the statistics. Returning in 2026, we found the pass rate had risen to 89% for the class of 2025 – a 20% jump.
Education
[Nile Post] Former Minister of Education, Geraldine Namirembe Bitamazire, has died at the age of 84.

Lifestyle
Cape Town mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis defended plans to build a R180m N2 ‘security wall’, where several informal settlements are located.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Ralph Schmidt, Ndlovu Youth Choir’s artistic director, shares insights on leading the choir.

Lifestyle
Desmond Scott was seen kissing a mystery woman at a Houston bar just days after estranged wife, TikTok star Kristy Scott filed for divorce.

Entertainment
Compared on the derivatives that underpin them, the Hoxton Edition mainly recieves unique exterior and interior trim pieces.

Entertainment
The 48th edition of the Dakar Rally, the world’s most demanding off-road endurance race, is unfolding across the sweeping deserts and rugged terrain of Saudi Arabia.

Entertainment
Full-back Regragui played in the following final, two years later, which Morocco lost 2-1 to hosts Tunisia.

Entertainment
During their 167-day mission, the four crew members travelled nearly 71 million miles and completed more than 2 670 orbits around Earth.

Science/Tech
Broad Media has an awesome career opportunity on offer for those who love technology and gaming.

Science/Tech
The Post Office was a once-vital government entity that has since fallen on very hard times.

Science/Tech
Lived experiences shape how science is conducted. This matters because who gets to speak for science steers which problems are prioritized, how evidence is translated into practice and who ultimately benefits from scientific advances. For researchers whose communities have not historically been represented in science – including many people of color, LGBTQ+ and first-generation scientists […]

Science/Tech
While it will still be many years before the less secure green ID book is invalidated as a form of identification in South Africa, Home Affairs is hoping to accelerate the transition.
Motoring

Motoring
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has announced that the government intends to reduce the legal drink driving limit to zero.

Motoring
A new and affordable workhorse bakkie has made its way to South Africa’s shores.

Motoring
One of South Africa’s favourite hatchbacks saw a massive drop in sales last month.

Health
Dr Alex George wants better assessment waiting times after paying for expensive private tests.

Health
A study found the 10 consistently worst-performing centres were all in the Midlands and North of England.
Health
The Trump administration has signed $11 billion in agreements with African nations, in deals tied to foreign policy goals.

Health
Dr Susan Gilby told the BBC she was relieved the case was over and that it “was never about the money.”