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Only 40% of murders recorded in South Africa are prosecuted
There were 25,423 murders recorded during the 2024/25 fiscal year.
WEDNESDAY, 10 DECEMBER 2025, 15:00

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There were 25,423 murders recorded during the 2024/25 fiscal year.

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The author of the Shopaholic series of novels had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer.

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A recent court case has confirmed that homeowners and community schemes can bypass CSOS and take disputes directly to court, ending years of uncertainty and strengthening legal options.

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The AbaThembu nation has been thrust into an internal dispute after the controversial recent visit of King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo to Israel.

South Africa
Warrant Officer Phaladi Makola is being cross examined by defense lawyer Lot Ramusi.

South Africa
Santaco in Gauteng is concerned about taxi violence in the province.

South Africa
Adv Ravele says it was not correct for the Presidency to withdraw Prince Mphephu’s certificate
South Africa
Far from its diamond mining history making it a dazzling gem of the Northern Cape, Kimberley has sunk into a deep hole of debt and failing service delivery due to municipal mismanagement.

World
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, who lives in hiding, is reportedly safe and on her way to Oslo.

World
The two four-storey buildings that came down in Fez contained eight families, state media report.

World
The Tesla boss says instead of leading the Department of Government Efficiency, he could have been working for his companies.
World
The fighters led by the CIA found themselves spiraling into despair because of what they saw as bureaucratic neglect and abandonment by the U.S. government. Among their ranks was Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the man charged with killing one National Guard soldier and seriously injuring a second after opening fire on them in Washington, D.C. on Thanksgiving Eve.

Africa
Schools and shops remain closed in Uvira amid fears that rebels have seized some administrative buildings.

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

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

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

Business
The latest PayInc Economic Index points to a continued positive trajectory for South Africa, with the economy showing resilience despite a year of challenges.

Business
United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says that Washington is open to extending AGOA and excluding South Africa, saying the country is a “unique problem”.
Business
Business

Politics
The NA adopted a report that establishes a committee that will play oversight over the Presidency.

Politics
The Oversight Committee will give MPs a dedicated mechanism to scrutinise the Presidency’s work

Politics
Ntshavheni says employment increased by 248 000 jobs in the third quarter of this year.

Politics
This year’s survey took place one year into the formation of the Government of National Unity.

Sport
All Blacks wing Sevu Reece will join French side Perpignan next season provided the Catalan club retains its place in the Top 14.

Sport
Joe Heyes resented being on England’s tour of New Zealand last year. This year the prop has become a central figure in a team that beat the All Blacks.

Sport
BBC sport’s cricket reporter Henry Moeran explains why England’s decision to go the beach in Noosa is not attracting the same level of scrutiny as it has done in Britain, with Ben Stokes’ side 2-0 down in the Ashes series against Australia.

Sport
England will take on Uruguay and Japan at Wembley in March in their final two games before Thomas Tuchel names his 2026 World Cup squad.
Education
[Vanguard] The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has completed major infrastructure projects at Mijin Jewu Primary School and JNI Primary School in Sanyinna, Tambuwal Local Government Area, Sokoto State. The projects were executed by Mimshack Swift Nig Ltd.
Education
[Nile Post] Education experts have urged parents to closely monitor and guide their children–especially girls–during the ongoing long holiday brought about by the extended political season.
Education
[Nile Post] Airtel Africa Foundation, the charitable arm of Airtel Africa plc, has launched the Airtel Africa Foundation Tech Fellowship in Uganda–an initiative aimed at empowering the next generation of digital leaders.
Education
As three immigrants claim Nobel Prizes in science for the United States this year, experts warn that immigration crackdowns could undo American innovation.

Lifestyle
Homeowners in eThekwini Municipality should prepare for an important update coming in early 2026. Here’s what to expect…
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Solidarity is claiming a significant union win after it was ruled in court that Heineken Beverages discriminated against striking workers …
Lifestyle

Entertainment
The show premiered on 6 December 2025, but some viewers have found it underwhelming compared with the previous season.

Entertainment
A young Lions squad will be hunting a win over Newcastle Red Bulls in their Challenge Cup second round match in England on Saturday.

Entertainment
Tonight’s draw could make one lucky player millions richer.

Entertainment
Partnership will focus on new energy vehicles and is expected to see the Fiesta returning based on the same platform as the Renault 4, 5 and Nissan Micra.

Science/Tech
One day, this remote might control all of our gadgets. That day is not today.

Science/Tech
Elon Musk’s SpaceX is said to be looking to raise more than $25-billion through a public listing in 2026.

Science/Tech
McDonald’s said the moment served as “an important learning” as it explored “the effective use of AI”.

Science/Tech
Eskom received the worst media sentiment rating of all South African companies, including other large state-owned enterprises.
Motoring

Motoring
The all-new Honda Amaze offers feature-rich motoring, standout pricing, and impressive practicality.

Motoring
The South African Guild of Mobility Journalists has announced the semi-finalists for the 2026 Car of the Year competition.
Motoring
Health
The agency claimed that 10 children’s deaths were linked to the shots, although it did not release evidence to support the assertions.

Health
GP Dr Oscar Duke explains the different symptoms you might experience.
Health
Pharmaceutical company Pfizer is embroiled in a class action lawsuit after over 1300 women in the US suffered brain tumours believed to have been cause by Depo-Provera.

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