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End of an era for South Africa’s biggest stock exchange
The JSE has remained resilient through a string of delistings and falling volumes, achieving a listings boom in the past two years that is expected to continue into 2026.

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Broos slams Mbokazi’s move to the US, late arrival in camp
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has slammed Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s transfer to Major League Soccer [MLS] side Chicago Fire, saying it’s a wrong move for the young defender.

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Broos: Pirates sent me ‘a nonsense’ text regarding Mbokazi
Hugo Broos is unhappy with the attitude of both Mbokazi and Orlando Pirates after the player reported late for camp.

South Africa
Durban Beachfront to get billion-rand amusement park
The new amusement park will be built on the old Durban FunWorld site.

South Africa
Alphabet CEO Warns AI Bubble Could Hit Every Company
Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai says no company, including Google, would be immune if the artificial intelligence market were to suffer a valuation correction. In an exclusive interview with BBC News at Google’s California headquarters, Pichai said the rapid surge in AI investment is “an extraordinary moment,” but he acknowledged “irrationality” in parts of the market. […]

South Africa
Gates Warns AI Valuations Likely to Cool as Competition Intensifies
Bill Gates has cautioned that some of the world’s most highly valued artificial intelligence companies are unlikely to sustain their current worth, even as the technology reshapes major industries. Speaking at Abu Dhabi Finance Week, Gates said the AI sector is “hyper competitive,” and many companies with elevated valuations will not emerge as winners. “AI […]

South Africa
McDonald’s Removes AI Christmas Ad After Backlash in Netherlands
McDonald’s has removed a Christmas advertisement generated with artificial intelligence after receiving criticism online. The 45-second ad was published on Dec. 6 on the McDonald’s Netherlands YouTube channel and featured generative AI clips. Viewers on social media denounced the video, with one commenter calling it “the most god-awful ad I’ve seen this year.” On Dec. […]

World
US judge blocks Trump’s National Guard deployment in Los Angeles
The judge has ordered control of the the troops, which were deployed in June, to be returned to California’s governor.

World
US sanctions network it says recruits Colombian fighters for Sudan civil war
The US Treasury said the network of four entities and four individuals is primarily Colombian.

World
Greetings from Andhra Pradesh, India, where a fragrant food stand feeds working women
Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR’s international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.

World
Machado’s daughter accepts Nobel Peace Prize in Venezuelan opposition leader’s absence
Machado — who has been in hiding for nearly a year — was still expected in Oslo later in the day.

Africa
Ex-president’s daughter sworn in as South African MP after half-sister quits
Brumelda Zuma will represent the party led by her father in parliament after her half-sister resigned.

Africa
Gunfire as rebels target key DR Congo city despite Trump peace deal
Schools and shops remain closed in Uvira amid fears that rebels have seized some administrative buildings.

Africa
A coup too far: Why Benin’s rebel soldiers failed where others in the region succeeded
Plotters misjudged the national mood and Benin’s neighbours learnt from past errors, says analyst Paul Melly.

Africa
Burkina Faso accuses Nigerian Air Force of violating its airspace
Nigeria denies the violation saying the aircraft made an emergency landing due to a technical issue.

Business
55-year-old company that built The Mall of Africa chosen to build new international airport in Cape Town
A South African contruction gaint has been appointed as the contractor responsible for the new R8 billion Cape Winelands Airport.
Business

Business
Iconic South African company sold for R55 million loss
Denny Mushrooms has been sold by Libstar in a deal that could reach a loss on sale before tax of up to R55 million.

Business
Billionaire-backed company signs deal with South African state-owned giant
Transnet has signed a concession agreement with a company headed by Filipino billionaire Enrique Razon to expand the main terminal at the continent’s top container hub in Durban.

Politics
ANC leadership in KZN on its way out: Mbalula
The leadership of the African National Congress (ANC) in KwaZulu-Natal is on its way out.

Politics
Mbalula dismisses rumours he is eyeing ANC deputy president post
Mbalula has dismissed rumours suggesting that he intends to run for the deputy president post.

Politics
Madlanga Inquiry commissioners arrive at slain Witness D’s home
Marius van der Merwe, known as Witness D, was assassinated on Friday outside of his home.

Politics
SA won’t beg US regarding G20 exclusion: Ntshavheni
US President Donald Trump says he will not be inviting SA to the Miami meeting.

Sport
Broos slams Mbokazi for ‘unprofessional’ behaviour
A furious Hugo Broos has slammed both Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Orlando Pirates after the defender arrived late.

Sport
NFL to return to Munich in 2026 and 2028
The NFL will return to Munich to play regular-season games during the 2026 and 2028 seasons.

Sport
Why have Nancy’s tactics board & green shoes caused consternation?
Why have a mini tactics board and a pair of trainers caused a stir within Scottish football this week?

Sport
Etzebeth explains eye gouge ‘mistake’ on Wales’ Mann
South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth says the incident with Wales back row Alex Mann that saw him given a 12-week ban for eye gouging was “a mistake”.
Education
Tanzania: Zanzibar Records 97pc Pass Rate in PSL Exams
[Daily News] Zanzibar — A TOTAL of 50,769 candidates, equivalent to 96.94 per cent have passed the 2025 Standard Seven National Examinations, the Zanzibar Ministry of Education and Vocational Training has announced.

Education
Interviewing future medical students gave me that rare thing: hope for the NHS | Devi Sridhar
They face long hours, mediocre pay and, at worst, no job, but their optimism is astonishing – let’s support them better
Prof Devi Sridhar is chair of global public health at the University of Edinburgh
When I mentioned to colleagues in the NHS that I was helping with admissions interviews for medical students, several responded with the same wry smile and weary shrug: “Do they know what...
Education
Kenya: Kenya’s First KJSEA Exam Results Not Out Yet – Ignore Tiktok Videos Claiming Otherwise
[Africa Check] IN SHORT: There is no truth to posts claiming parents can already check Kenya Junior School Education Assessment results through SMS or USSD codes. Some of the codes circulating are scams.
Education
Nigeria: NCDMB Enhances Education in Sokoto With Completion of School Infrastructure Projects
[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.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
WATCH: Producer Jermaine Dupri brings DVSN tour to South Africa and gets a taste of Soweto
Jermaine Dupris was in Johannesburg with his group DVSN, which performed to a full and excited crowd.

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

Entertainment
Springbok lock Etzebeth opens up on eye-gouge: ‘I deserve a ban’
Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth has opened up about the eye gouge incident that resulted in his getting a red card and lengthy ban.

Entertainment
Recipe of the day: Grilled tone fruit and halloumi salad
Try the recipe of the day for a vibrant grilled tone fruit and halloumi salad paired perfectly with chilled wine.

Entertainment
Celebrity chef Keegan Maistry on ‘Nyama Battle’ and bringing magic to Radisson Red’s summer menu
Chef Keegan Maistry passion for food began in KwaZulu-Natal, where he grew up cooking with his mother.

Entertainment
SA’s Policy Uncertainty Index still negative, but improving
If the government can keep the economy on track, what is now considered tailwinds in the Policy Uncertainty Index could overcome any headwinds.

Science/Tech
18 Best Gifts for Mom (2025): LED Masks, E-Readers, Blow-Dry Brushes
From high-tech skin care to cool accessories, these are our favorite picks for the WIRED mom in your life.

Science/Tech
MTN price increases announced in South Africa
MTN South Africa has announced adjustments to its consumer contract pricing, which it said will result in a 9.7% average increase in subscription fees.

Science/Tech
A Complete Guide to the Jeffrey Epstein Document Dumps
New records about the infamous sex offender are released seemingly every week. Here’s a quick rundown of who’s releasing the Epstein documents, what they contain—and what they’re releasing next.
Science/Tech
Same Product, Same Store, but on Instacart, Prices Might Differ
A study this week has found that shoppers using Instacart are often charged different prices for identical products at the same store at the same time, even when selecting in-store pickup rather than delivery. The Groundwork Collaborative, a progressive policy group, and Consumer Reports organized nearly 200 volunteers across four cities to simultaneously check prices on 20 grocery items. Price...
Motoring

Motoring
South Africa’s new international airport one step closer to completion
A contracting partner has been appointed for the technical development and construction of the new Cape Winelands Airport.

Motoring
The salary you need to afford South Africa’s cheapest plug-in hybrid SUV
The BYD Sealion 5 is the first plug-in hybrid SUV in South Africa to cost less than R500,000.
Motoring
Health
FDA Expands Covid Vaccine Inquiry to Adult Deaths
The agency claimed that 10 children’s deaths were linked to the shots, although it did not release evidence to support the assertions.

Health
How you know if you’ve got a cold or a flu
GP Dr Oscar Duke explains the different symptoms you might experience.
Health
WATCH: US woman among hundreds suing Pfizer for brain tumours after using Depo-Provera birth control
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
Bad flu season: Should I buy a flu vaccine this year?
Flu has come early and experts predict it could be a particularly nasty season, with a new strain circulating.