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There are new leaders in the Vodacom URC with Glasgow Warriors having capitalised on the DHL Stormers suffering their first league defeat of the season. Franco Smith’s team went top thanks to a 26-21 bonus point victory away to Zebre Parma with hooker Gregor Hiddlestone scoring two of their four tries. It was a game …
Trio appeared in court on Friday
The DHL Stormers’ unbeaten run and flawless home track record in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship came to a grinding halt on Saturday, as the Hollywoodbets Sharks stunned them with a fine display of rugby in Cape Town, while the Vodacom Bulls registered a valuable away win in Scotland, and the Lions were forced to …
Cathrine Prentis, NSRI East London station commander, said: At 12h30, Saturday, 24 January, NSRI East London duty crew were activated following a request for assistance made by BCMM (Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality) lifeguards to NSRI EOC (Emergency Operations Centre) reporting a drowning in progress at Eastern Beach, East London. Lifeguards had reached a local 14 …
Mark McLagan, NSRI Hermanus coxswain, said: At 09h10, Saturday, 24 January, NSRI Hermanus duty crew were, while conducting routine training exercises, were activated following reports of a couple requiring urgent medical care at Hardebaai, Onrus. Reports indicated that the couple, a male age 76 and a female age 68, had capsized their double sea-kayak offshore …
24 January 2026By Staff Writer These are the preliminary recorded rainfall figures for the 24-hour period ending at 8am on Saturday 24 January 2026, according to the SA Weather Service and readings that we get from other sources. The total recorded rainfall for December 2025 across South Africa is available by clicking here. Recorded rainfall …
Papua New Guinea (PNG) and Nepal both sealed final-over victories to keep their hopes alive in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier. PNG beat Namibia with a thrilling run chase, before hosts Nepal were able to get past Zimbabwe. Bangladesh stayed perfect with victory over Ireland, while Scotland boosted their qualification hopes with …
FUTURELIFE® is expanding its zero added cane sugar portfolio with the exciting introduction of FUTURELIFE® Zero Granola Crunch in Fruit & Berry flavour. Recently launched in a convenient 600g bag, this tasty new offering caters to the rising demand from consumers seeking reduced sugar options for breakfast that don’t compromise on flavour. “South Africa’s average …
India made it three wins from three in the group stage of the ICC Men’s U19 Cricket World Cup, with a seven-wicket victory over New Zealand. Rain once again impacted proceedings but India were able to quickly reach their target after impressive bowling from R.S. Ambrish had reduced New Zealand to 135 all out. There …
Statement by Haseena Ismail MP – DA Spokesperson on Tourism: The DA has written to the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee requesting that the Minister of Tourism, Patricia de Lille, and South African Tourism (SAT) urgently appear before Parliament to account for the ongoing governance collapse at the entity. The continued withholding of TOMSA Levy …
Statement by Michele Clarke MP – DA Spokesperson on Health: The Democratic Alliance (DA) has written to the Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motshoaledi, regarding the placement of two contracted pharmaceutical suppliers, Barrs and Innovata, into business rescue in December, and their subsequent inability to meet critical medicine supply obligations to the Department of Health. …
The GOOD Party is calling for urgent accountability as the gap between government “frameworks” and the bloody reality on the streets of Cape Town continues to widen.
The post 84 MURDERS, 2 ARRESTS: GOOD SLAMS FAILURE OF POLICING COOPERATION AGREEMENT appeared first on For Good.
Statement by Mzamo Billy MP – DA NCOP Member on Security & Justice: The Democratic Alliance (DA) has formally written to the Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) Select Committee on Security and Justice, Jane Mananiso, demanding that the Minister of Police, Firoz Cachalia, be urgently summoned to account for the failure to …
Jonathan Britton, NSRI Wilderness station commander, said: At 21h43, Wednesday, 21 January, NSRI Wilderness duty crew were activated following reports to the NSRI Wilderness duty phone from an eyewitness raising the alarm for a fisherman suspected to be in distress at Swartvlei Beach, Sedgefield. Off-duty NSRI lifeguards, who were in the area at the time …
Statement by Chris Hattingh MP – DA Spokesperson on Defence & Military Veterans: The reports that divisions of Denel may be unable to pay salaries this month are deeply alarming, but sadly not surprising. This is the predictable outcome of years of failed governance, collapsed accountability, and the unresolved legacy of state capture. Denel was …
Two uncapped players and the return of their most experienced squad member highlight the travelling group of 14 players named by the Springbok Sevens head coach Philip Snyman for next weekend’s HSBC SVNS Singapore. Luan Giliomee and Ronaldo Young could earn first caps in the Singapore National Stadium, while Sebastiaan Jobb is back in the …
Statement by Yusuf Cassim MPL – DA Shadow MEC for Community Safety: The Democratic Alliance condemns, in the strongest possible terms, the brutal murder of a three-year-old child in Sulenkama, near Qumbu. This horrific crime, where the child was allegedly beaten to death by his stepfather, before his body was dumped in a plastic bucket …
Given the amount of time he has spent on the sidelines over the past few years, Jacob Beetham is just happy to be out on the field – whatever the number on his jersey. The 24-year-old’s versatility has been fully utilised by Cardiff Rugby this season as he has figured at full-back, wing and both …
Nissan and Chery SA have reached agreement on the acquisition of Nissan’s manufacturing assets in Rosslyn, South Africa. Subject to the fulfilment of certain conditions, including regulatory approvals, Chery SA will purchase the land, buildings and associated assets of the Nissan facilities, including of its nearby stamping plant, in mid-2026. The agreement will see the …
25 January 2026By Staff Writer These are the preliminary recorded rainfall figures for the 24-hour period ending at 8am on Sunday 25 January 2026, according to the SA Weather Service and readings that we get from other sources. The total recorded rainfall for December 2025 across South Africa is available by clicking here. Recorded rainfall …
Everyone yawns; it’s a normal reflex that cools the brain and boosts alertness. But if you’re yawning too often or at unusual times, your body may be signalling that something is off. While yawning is usually linked to tiredness or boredom, frequent yawning can sometimes point to underlying issues such as stress, medication side effects, …
Statement by Chris Hattingh MP – DA Spokesperson on Defence & Military Veterans: President Ramaphosa’s admission on Wednesday that the process for Exercise Will for Peace 2026 was flawed makes this a chain-of-command failure, not merely an operational issue. On the facts now clear, accountability demands decisive presidential action and full public disclosure of how …
The Springboks will return to the USA for only the third time this millennium when the 2026 edition of Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry – the touring series between the Boks and the All Blacks held every four years – concludes with the historic fourth and final Test in Baltimore, Maryland. Rugby’s most iconic international rivalry is …
Against this backdrop, the African Union’s (AU) ongoing engagement with the G20 opens up pathways for deeper collaboration on issues of mutual interest, such as sustainable infrastructure development, digital transformation, and a financial architecture that supports long-term growth. These are conversations that benefit greatly from African perspectives and experiences. More holistically, this moment presents opportunities that must not be …