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Mantashe’s insult is a reminder of why he must go
Minister’s assertions that SA’s youth is passive about finding employment not backed by evidence
WEDNESDAY, 14 JANUARY 2026, 07:06

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Minister’s assertions that SA’s youth is passive about finding employment not backed by evidence

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US President Donald Trump’s regime is a rogue state, and the world must hold it accountable.

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Former champ says Boxing SA must prioritise local titles over any others

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Orlando Pirates head of sports science Lee Miles has lauded Bucs players for returning from the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) break in top physical shape.

South Africa
Chiloane says 3000 learners remain unplaced as parents flood Gauteng Education offices.

South Africa
The purpose for the visit is to kickstart the 2026 Back-To-School Programme.
South Africa
Three people were killed and 20 others were injured after a minibus taxi and a truck collided along the R521 Dendron Road in Limpopo on Monday night.

South Africa
St Mary’s Secondary learner who was partially blind while writing his matric gets a bachelor’s pass

World
Leaders from Denmark and Greenland will meet with top U.S. officials in Washington on Wednesday to try to find a way out of a crisis caused by President Trump repeated demands to annex Greenland.

World
President Trump calls on Iranians to keep protesting, but the regime is cracking down hard and the death toll is rising.

World
An Iranian security official says 2,000 people have been killed so far after a crackdown on weeks of anti-government protests.

World
The former president didn’t show up on Tuesday to testify before a committee investigating Epstein, saying its subpoena wasn’t enforceable

Africa
The Amazigh calendar places them almost a thousand years ahead of much of the rest of the world.

Africa
The communications authority says the suspension is aimed at preventing misinformation and violence.

Africa
The offensive is in the central state of Kogi, where the bandits have recently become more active.

Africa
Eritrea are included in the preliminary qualifying round draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations despite being unranked by world governing body Fifa.

Business
Best Before, which is disrupting the South African retail market with lower prices than retailers like Checkers and Pick n Pay, has launched nationwide courier delivery.

Business
A code audit will give you a detailed summary of your software’s code quality, performance, security issues, and recommendations for improvement.

Business
Nvidia has been caught in a tug-of-war between the US and China as the countries compete for AI dominance.

Business
Huge data centres are being built to handle AI computing but some experts say they aren’t necessary.

Politics
Health Department requested more funding after Trump administration withdrew PEPFAR funding.
Politics
The DA in KwaZulu-Natal has requested an audience with the National Freedom Party following its departure from the provincial unity government.
Politics
The DA has taken Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie to Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka after he withdrew a pro-Gaza art submission to the 61st Venice Biennale.

Politics
Makhubele was removed as Chief Whip with immediate effect.

Sport
Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau and Cam Smith indicate they will remain with LIV Golf rather than rejoining the PGA Tour.

Sport
England scrum-half Raffi Quirke says he will leave Sale Sharks at the end of the season, having been linked with Newcastle Red Bulls.

Sport
Many Real Madrid fans are in shock at Alvaro Arbeloa’s appointment as manager – is it a hasty move or a shrewd decision?

Sport
Irish Premiership pacesetters Larne extend their lead at the top of the table to 10 points with an impressive 4-1 win over 10-man Glentoran at the Oval.
Education
[New Times] Beyond the Genocide, a documentary directed by Rwandan filmmaker Zion Sulaiman Mukasa Matovu, has been selected for distribution by GOOD DOCS, a United States-based platform that curates high-quality educational documentaries for universities and academic institutions worldwide.
Education
[This Day] Tunji Alausa is focused on building a future-ready education system that unlocks human capital, and restores confidence, reckons YAKUBU DATI
Education
The people who support barring trans girls from girls’ sports say the debate affects not just transgender athletes but whole teams and sports.
Education
[Vanguard] Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the arrest and arraignment of students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, following a violent protest in the Edo State town, describing the action as an intolerant and heavy-handed response by the Federal Government.

Lifestyle
US actor Will Smith has come to the rescue of US YouTuber Salah Brooks who was robbed in Cape Town last month…

Lifestyle
The ‘Mommy Club: Sugar and Spice’ star Losh Naidoo is celebrating her triplet daughters top achieving Matric passes…
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
City officials have flagged another Bryanston property for illegal rentals, as investigations into home hijackings in the area continue…

Entertainment
As Chinese car brands gain ground, South Africa faces tough decisions on trade, tariffs and job protection.

Entertainment
Nolusapho passed away on Sunday, 12 January 2026 at the age of 75, following an illness.

Entertainment
Rosita Mabuiango, born during historic floods in 2000 and rescued by helicopter, has died following years of illness.

Entertainment
Cheap Chinese vehicles are reshaping SA’s car market, forcing retailers like Motus to retrench workers and rethink their business models.

Science/Tech
Two new illegal IPTV services have recently emerged in South Africa and are gaining traction for providing cheaper access to many of DStv’s most popular channels, as well as Netflix content.

Science/Tech
Speculation about BTC adoption is back in the headlines as precious metals surge, and the market remains highly volatile. According to Jan3 founder Samson Mow, high-profile corporate buyers like Elon Musk could enter the market in late 2026. But many investors are no longer waiting for that narrative to play out. Instead, whales have been […]

Science/Tech
Taiwanese prosecutors have issued an arrest warrant for the CEO of Chinese smartphone maker OnePlus.

Science/Tech
The rapid growth of cryptocurrency markets has heightened public interest in how digital financial activity is reviewed, analyzed, and understood. As crypto trading platforms process increasing volumes of transactions across decentralized networks, questions around transparency, accountability, and investigative clarity have become more prominent. This public awareness update is issued to...

Motoring
South Africans are spending noticeably less on petrol than they were a few months ago.

Motoring
South Africa has an exclusive selection of high-powered bakkies that can tackle rough terrain and give hot hatchbacks a run for their money.

Motoring
Tata has announced that two new SUVs are heading to South Africa this year.

Motoring
One of South Africa’s largest municipalities plans to generate revenue by auctioning off 800 cars next month.
Health
That number could increase significantly as more consumers are faced with higher bills brought on by expiring premium subsidies.

Health
Dr May van Schalkwyk from the University of Edinburgh shares her thoughts with Drs Chris and Xand on What’s Up Docs?

Health
Medical checks for the show picked up contestant Amanda Collier’s heart condition.
Health
The groups, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, say the C.D.C.’s revised vaccine schedule is not based on scientific evidence and will harm the public.