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Stokes wants England to ‘show a bit of dog’ in third Ashes Test
Ben Stokes asks his England team to “show a bit of dog” in the crucial third Ashes Test against Australia in Adelaide.
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Ben Stokes asks his England team to “show a bit of dog” in the crucial third Ashes Test against Australia in Adelaide.
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South Africa have been thumped twice and have had one convincing victory in the three T20 matches they’ve played against India so far.

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Many are asking why more wasn’t done to prevent the shootings after a spate of antisemitism-related offences.
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With Grade R now fully integrated into formal schooling, the Basic Education Department demands minimum NQF Level 6 qualifications for all educators. A sizeable backlog of unqualified teachers must upgrade or risk losing their posts, highlighting a critical phase in early education reform.
South Africa
G20@20 Review Report
The G20@20 Review Final Report is published under the responsibility of South Africa’s 2025 G20 Presidency.
This review was undertaken following the G20 Leaders’ agreement in the 2024 Rio de Janeiro Declaration, to assess the first full cycle of G20 Presidencies since 2008, and to provide recommendations for the second cycle.
Executive Summary
1. In 2025, the...
South Africa
SA’s economic recovery efforts bear fruit
Government’s efforts to unlock economic growth and remove long-standing obstacles are gaining momentum, with early green shoots emerging in the energy sector and South Africa securing its first credit rating upgrade in 20 years, coupled by a stronger rand.“Phase 2 of Operation Vulindlela is gaining traction. The results of this...

South Africa
The video shows a man with a gunshot wound lying on the floor, pleading for medical assistance
South Africa
Presidency confirms final Madlanga Commission report will be made public
Presidential Spokesperson Vincent Magwenya has assured the public that the final report of the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry will be made public.
This comes after revelations that the Commission’s interim report will be submitted to the President on Wednesday and will not be released publicly.
“The final...

World
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with Trump administration negotiators in Berlin Monday for continued talks on how to end war between Russia and Ukraine.

World
The deadly attack on U.S. forces in Syria underscores the challenges facing the new Syrian president one year into his rule of the fractious nation.

World
A father and son acting together killed at least 15 people in a mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration on Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, on Sunday, according to officials.

World
NPR’s Steve Inskeep talks to Jamie Hyams, director of public affairs for the Australia Israel & Jewish Affairs Council, about the mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration on Sydney’s Bondi Beach.

Africa
At least 70 homes have been inundated in Safi’s old city centre, officials say.

Africa
The armed forces accused Father Deusdedit Ssekabira of involvement in “violent subversive activities”.

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

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

Business
WeBuyCars could soon see massive market share gains, and mirror the growth of Capitec, Discovery and Clicks.

Business
The Reserve Bank plans to overhaul South Africa’s cash system, including introducing new ATMs that should make it cheaper to access funds.
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Business
The Constitutional Court has ruled that parental leave must be split equally, which provides a major oppurtunity for employers.

Politics
Magwenya announces that the final report of the Madlanga Commission will be released to the public
Politics
Embattled City of Tshwane deputy mayor and finance MMC Eugene “Bonzo” Modise was re-elected as the Greater Tshwane Region chairperson in a midnight election over the weekend.

Politics
Mngomezulu says the ANC problems revolve around failures to implement its own crafted policies

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

Sport
Former SA footballer has opened up on the real reason Kaizer Chiefs star Thabo Cele has struggled for game time this season.

Sport
Wales captain Jac Morgan is set to join Gloucester at the end of the season.

Sport
The possibility of lowering the tackle height across the elite game moves a step closer as new rules expand to the premier age-grade event in rugby’s calendar

Sport
A beloved rugby club legend was tragically killed in the mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney on Sunday.
Education
[Capital FM] Nairobi — The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has cautioned schools against what it termed “misleading the public with fake and inaccurate” analyses of the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) results, following the release of the first-ever outcomes under the new Competency-Based Education (CBE) system.
Education
[Vanguard] . Lauds GUU over academic strides
Education
[Premium Times] A video clip circulating on social media since 4 December 2025 claimed the bandits set up about 38 camps near the university in Enugu State.
Education
Early access to high-quality books can transform lives, improve educational outcomes and help create the next generation of curious and informed citizens.

Lifestyle
Russell Simmons has issued a response after Kimora Lee claims that she has no relationship with the fathers of her children.

Lifestyle
UK pop star Cliff Richard revealed on Monday that he has been treated for prostate cancer over the past year.
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Entertainment
The Cheetahs are bottom of their Challenge Cup pool, after losses to Exeter Chiefs and Stade Francais, and likely need to beat Ulster and Racing 92 to make the playoffs.

Entertainment
See the full list of SAMA31 winners.

Entertainment
Spokesperson for The Presidency Vincent Magwenya provided an update on national and international issues on Monday.

Science/Tech
An early flu season, a new variant and poor takeup of vaccines leave the already vulnerable health service in a dangerous position
Prof Devi Sridhar is chair of global public health at the University of Edinburgh
You might be feeling stressed out seeing the headlines about “super flu” and comparing the current winter health challenges with 2020 and Covid. Amid all the noise, it’s...

Science/Tech
Despite advancements in laptops, desktop computers still have a place. These are the WIRED-tested options you should consider.

Science/Tech
The autonomous vehicle industry is heating up thanks to advances in AI. But can those same innovations help startups like HyprLabs build safe tech?

Science/Tech
The Acer TravelMate X4 14 AI is built for small and medium businesses that want real productivity gains from AI.

Motoring
These estates and people carriers are a great alternative to SUVs in South Africa.
Motoring

Motoring
Recent macroeconomic signals have been encouraging for the new vehicle sector.

Motoring
This first-of-its-kind road safety initiative is designed to help save lives on and off the roads.
Health
Medetomidine, a veterinary sedative mixed into fentanyl, has sent thousands to hospitals, not only for overdose but for life-threatening withdrawal. It is spreading to other cities.

Health
Probe into historical abuse at former units in Sussex could lead to more alleged victims coming forward.
Health
A three-judge panel threw out a lower court’s order, allowing the Trump administration to continue defunding the group and other major abortion providers.

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