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Discovery has bought its Sandton head office for about R4 billion, citing long-term strategic use, favourable property and interest rate conditions, and significant expected cost savings.

Amakhosi shift focus to must-win intercontinental cup clash

These are the key developments happening in South Africa today, 6 February 2026.

Three members of Team Mouat are from Stranraer – home to an ice rink built in a hotel.

The lawyers for Sulliman Carrim say they will move to file for a postponement of his appearance

Ferrus, who passed away last week, is widely known for her poem, “I’ve Come to Take You Home”.

HPCSA Registrar, Dr Magome Masike says action will be taken against both individuals in question.

The Enquiry is examining Advocate Andrew Chauke’s fitness to hold office.

It is rare for US presidents to publicly back candidates in foreign elections.

The Democratic Republic of Congo, Namibia and Angola have said they will cooperate on migrant returns.

Is there the political will to fix it the US’ health horror stories?

At least 78 bodies have been buried, while it’s feared that more than 170 people were killed altogether.

MSF says a government air strike hit its hospital after another of its health facilities was looted.

Epstein considered approaching Mugabe about a new currency in 2015 – the latest batch of files show.

Shops and homes were torched in an attack on two villages in the western state of Kwara, a lawmaker says.

Rio Tinto has pulled the plug on a deal to acquire Glecnore, with the mining companies unable to agree terms.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 6 February 2026.

While lower petrol prices in South Africa are great news for motorists, the impact on inflation is limited because half the price goes to tax—and another tax hike may be coming.

Firms are working to make the motors that drive robots more efficient and cheaper.

NW Businessman Suliman Carrim rises to infamy after being mentioned at the Madlanga Commission

Kohler-Barnard says she ended up reporting him to the Public Protector.

Kohler-Barnard testified before the Ad Hoc Committee on Thursday.

Brigadier Matjeng’s testimony at Madlanga Commission will resume on Friday.

To coincide with the start of his new podcast series, Gareth Rhys Owen looks at the role Louis Rees-Zammit is playing in the changing face of rugby in Wales.

France started their Six Nations title defence with a dominant win over Ireland, and have moved up in the World Rugby rankings as a result.

Ireland’s heavy defeat by France to open the Six Nations will only further press questions raised by a lacklustre autumn.

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell admits his side have a lot of work to do following their 36-14 defeat against France in the opening match of 2026 Six Nations.

Road closures at intersections of a major road in Claremont, Cape Town, are expected to last until the end of May.

Record-low inflation last year could spell trouble for meaningful 2026 SASSA grant increases, as the National Treasury readies its budget …

Is the grass greener on the other side? Here’s a comparison of the minimum wage in South Africa vs countries where most expats live…

Ekurhuleni, Tshwane, and Joburg grapple with billions in unpaid bills, escalating provincial debt and risking essential services for residents.

Ordinary consumers fill the power gap with more than 4GW of solar, yet are still paying for government or parastatal failures.

Catch up on the biggest stories this morning, 06 February 2026 in our simple morning fix update

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Bitcoin made a 16-month low and tested key $60 000 support on Friday as a global selloff in technology stocks deepened.

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Dehan Scherman of Financial Wealth Holdings says the people who use Buy Now, Pay Later are typically the ones who really can’t afford it.

Expanding brand diversification is putting pressure on automotive repairers.

Auto sector faces collapse as VW flags policy failure, export risks and investor fears amid plant closures and layoffs nationwide.

Volkswagen’s once-popular city van, the Vivo Xpress, is returning to our roads.