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Betway SA20 League Commissioner Graeme Smith has expressed his resounding satisfaction with Season 4 of the competition, which was highlighted by record crowds, spectacular cricket performances and a festive excitement around the country which lasted until the final run at a sold-out at Newlands on Sunday. The fourth edition concluded in gripping fashion …
A 20-dealer national footprint and immersive showroom concept will support iCAUR’s phased entry into the South African market. Expressive new energy vehicle (NEV) brand iCAUR has announced key details of its dealership rollout strategy ahead of its official entry into the South African market. The brand will launch with an initial network of 20 dealerships, …
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has charged United States of America (USA) player Aaron Jones with five breaches of the anti-corruption codes of Cricket West Indies (CWI) and the ICC. The charges relate predominantly to the Bim10 tournament in 2023-24, which falls under the jurisdiction of the CWI Anti-Corruption Code, with two other charges relating …
Captain Oliver Peake led from the front with a century as Australia beat the West Indies by 22 runs to book their spot in the semi-finals of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026. Peake’s 109 helped set the Windies 315 to win and they fell just short in a thrilling contest despite half-centuries …
Dan Thomas is one busy man both on and off the field. When it comes to his rugby, the figures speak for themselves. The Cardiff flanker has won the fourth most turnovers (ten) and made the seventh most tackles (109) in the Vodacom URC this season. As such, he will be a key man in …
Bangladesh and the Netherlands have booked two of the four available spots at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 as the Super Six stage of the Qualifier got underway. The Netherlands will play in their first ever T20 World Cup after quick scoring saw them to victory over the USA by DLS method Bangladesh …
Statement by Adrian Roos MP – DA Spokesperson on Home Affairs: The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the delivery of over four million Smart ID Cards in 2025 — the highest number ever achieved. This milestone reflects the DA’s impact within the Government of National Unity (GNU), where the Department of Home Affairs, under DA Minister …
Statement by Stephen Moore MP – DA Spokesperson on Water and Sanitation: The DA is seriously concerned that a single electricity trip in Rand Water’s Zuikerbosch Treatment Plant can destabilise the provision of water across Gauteng, threatening more than 10 million residents. While Gauteng municipalities have failed in maintaining their own water infrastructure, the fault …
Statement by Toby Chance MP – DA Spokesperson on Trade, Industry and Competition: The Democratic Alliance (DA) has called for a debate of national importance in Parliament to urgently address the crisis facing South Africa’s film and television industry. The DA supports the hundreds of industry professionals marching to Parliament today to protest the non-payment …
It remains a massive privilege and something very special to represent South Africa on the HSBC SVNS series, and this weekend in Singapore will be no different for Blitzbok captain Siviwe Soyizwapi. Although he could become the record holder for most tries ever in the National Stadium in his ninth appearance at the venue, Soyizwapi …
Head Coach Fergus Pringle has announced his initial Scotland Men U20 squad for the 2026 U20 Six Nations. The 31-player squad will be captained by Edinburgh pro-academy back Ross Wolfenden, with Glasgow Warriors hooker Joe Roberts named as vice-captain. In the forwards, props Jamie Stewart, Oliver McKenna and Will Pearce, hookers Roberts and Jack Utterson …
The Automobile Association (AA) has expressed concern following the latest #SaferCarsForAfrica campaign crash test results from Global NCAP, which reveal that the Toyota Corolla Cross has received a two-star rating for adult occupant protection, due to the absence of standard side head protection. Despite achieving three stars for child occupant protection, the results clearly demonstrate …
Statement by Kevin Mileham MP – DA Spokesperson on Electricity & Energy: The DA has today demanded an urgent briefing from Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa on his so-called Eskom unbundling. We demand that he explain, on the record, why his plan keeps the power grid under Eskom’s control and what warnings his department has received from …
Johannesburg – GWM South Africa has reinforced its commitment to community upliftment through the delivery of back-to-school support packs to foundation phase learners at four primary schools in Tembisa, as part of its Giving More corporate social investment (CSI) programme. The initiative forms part of GWM’s ongoing partnership with the Rally to Read Foundation, which …
India captain Suryakumar Yadav has surged five places to seventh in the ICC Men’s T20I Batting Rankings following a prolific run in the ongoing five-match home series against New Zealand, which India currently lead 3-0. The former No.1 batter struck scores of 32, 82 not out and 57 not out to climb the table, as …
Having spent some eight years with the Dragons over two spells, Angus O’Brien has shared in some tough times. All of which makes the recent upsurge in the team’s fortunes that much sweeter for their co-captain. The Gwent region have won four of their last seven matches in all competitions while they picked up losing …
Roan Strydom, NSRI Gordons Bay duty coxswain, said: At 18h18, Tuesday, 27 January, NSRI Gordons Bay duty crew were activated following reports of a drowning in progress at the R44 Clarence Drive Lookout Point (between Whale Lookout and Grill Shack). The caller reported that her friend, an adult female, had been swept off rocks by …
SA Rugby has announced a bumper domestic competition schedule for senior and junior teams for 2026, which kicks off with a rebranded Pick n Pay Women’s Super League 1 in February, while dates for the Carling Currie Cup, the SA Cup, and the FNB Youth Weeks have been locked in. The momentum in the women’s …
Statement by Jan de Villiers MP – DA National Spokesperson: Following his pre-sentencing appearance in the East London Magistrate’s Court on firearm-related convictions, EFF leader Julius Malema launched a tirade against AfriForum and the judiciary, accusing them of using the courts to fight political battles and claiming judicial processes are driven by political hatred. This …
John Nicholas, NSRI Port Edward station commander, said: At 15h45, Sunday, 25 January, NSRI Port Edward duty crew were activated following reports of a drowning in progress at Casino Lagoon, Wild Coast Sun, Port Edward. Eyewitnesses had reported seeing an unidentified man disappear under water in the lagoon after appearing to get into distress in …
The 2026 CSA National Club Championships unfolded over an exciting week from January 14 to January 18, showcasing the remarkable talent and determination of South Africa’s premier cricket clubs. With intense matches played across various venues, the tournament led to thrilling display of skill and strategy, ultimately leading to Bedfordview Cricket Club being crowned champions.
The post Bedfordview Triumphs at 2026 CSA National Club Championships first appeared on Cricket South Africa.
The Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies will tomorrow, 29 January 2026, visit Broadband Infraco (BBI), following oversight visits to the Media Development and Diversity Agency, the Universal Services and Access Agency South Africa and Universal Services and Access Fund. The visits form part of the committee's three-day oversight programme in Gauteng.
At the BBI, the committee will be briefed on various issues of critical importance, including board functionality and executive vacancies, audit regression and remedial action plans, project implementation and asset management, operational realities and capacity constraints, among other things.
Details of the meeting:
Date: Thursday, 29 January 2026
Venue: 240 Octovia Road, Sentech's Sender Technology Park, Honeydew
Time: 09:00
The oversight visits to these entities form part of the committee's ongoing efforts to ensure accountability, effective governance and the efficient use of public resources within the sector.
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For media enquiries or to request an interview with the Chairperson, please contact Media Officer:
Justice Molafo (Mr)
Cell: 081 424 7481
Email: jmolafo@parliament.gov.za
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Hundreds of industry professionals marched in Cape Town calling for a meeting with trade and industry minister
The Speaker of the National Assembly, Ms Thoko Didiza, will officially receive the refurbished Nieuwmeester Dome from the Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Mr Dean Macpherson, on Friday, 30 January 2026.
The Dome will serve as a short- to medium-term venue for parliamentary activities until the completion of the Parliament rebuilding project. The handover follows a request from Parliament to the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) for essential upgrades to make the facility user-friendly, resilient to Cape winds and fully compliant with the operational standards required for parliamentary sittings.
Following comprehensive refurbishment, the structure is now equipped to support the business of the National Assembly.
EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Friday, 30 January 2026
Time: 13:00 for 13:30
Venue: Nieuwmeester Parking (opposite Parliament), Cape Town
Media Accreditation:
Members of the media who wish to attend must RSVP to Mlindi Mpindi on mmpindi@parliament.gov.za or 081 716 7329 by providing him with the following details:
ISSUED BY THE PARLIAMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA
Enquiries: Moloto Mothapo, Parliament Spokesperson
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