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Botswana sits in the heart of southern Africa, a landlocked country where wild spaces still dominate. Unlike many places where wildlife areas feel crowded with tourists, Botswana has taken a different path. The government limits visitor numbers to protect the environment, which means those who do visit get a more private, authentic experience. Elephants roam …
At a Glance – November 2025 Car Sales Used Cars Sales: 33,705 (-6.5% MoM, -3.6% YoY) Average price: R410,620 (+7.1% MoM) Top seller: Volkswagen Polo (1,482 units) Trend: The used car market remains steady despite a softer November. Buyer activity suggests a healthy demand supported by competitive year-end dealer promotions. New Cars Sales: 39,158 (-1.24% …
Statement by Horatio Hendricks MPL – DA Shadow MEC for Education: The Democratic Alliance expresses its deep concern at the tragic and senseless violence that has occurred at Ntanbankulu Junior Secondary School. It is alleged that a former educator opened fire on the school premises, resulting in the death of at least one educator and …
The next era of Out-of-Home (OOH) media has landed in South Africa as Provantage announces a new collaboration with leading OOH advertising technology provider Broadsign. The move unifies the group’s digital and static operations within one future-ready ecosystem powered by the Broadsign Platform. With this agreement, Provantage, one of the continent’s largest Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) …
Thursday, 22 January 2026: Two Eskom Expo for Young Scientists winners are set to represent South Africa at the prestigious Taiwan International Science Fair (TISF) with pioneering scientific research that reflects the innovation, scientific curiosity, and global competitiveness of the country’s young scientists. Karabo Mpuru, a former learner at Northern Academy in Polokwane, and Yu-Yao...
OUTA has filed legal action aimed at overturning the re-appointment of Gugu Mkhize as the CEO of the Insurance Sector Education and Training Authority (Inseta) for another five years. The action was lodged in the Pretoria High Court in December 2025, and has since been served on the respondents, Minister of Higher Education and Training …
Statement by Andrew de Blocq MP – DA National Spokesperson for Forestry, Fisheries, and Environment: The Democratic Alliance welcomes the establishment of the Kruger Recovery Fund by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) and South African National Parks (SANParks) to support the urgent rebuilding and restoration of critical infrastructure at Kruger National …
The start of the year brings renewed opportunity, and the Western Cape Government’s Getting YOU to Work programme continues to support jobseekers in the metro by removing one of the biggest barriers to employment – the cost of transport. Through the programme, eligible jobseekers can access free travel vouchers for Golden Arrow Bus Services, enabling …
Former NLC KwaZulu-Natal client liaison officer Sibonelo Vilakazi used his position to obtain tens of millions of rands for himself and his wife
Wednesday, 14 January 2026 The EFF notes the debate and adoption of the 2025 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS), the Special Appropriations Bill, and the 2025 Adjustment Appropriations Bill today in the National Assembly. The MTBPS, presented in November 2025, has once again failed to follow proper procedures, including meaningful consultation with Parliament […]
The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development, Mr Xola Nqola, today congratulated Advocate Dinkie Portia Dube on her appointment as Deputy Public Protector.
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced Adv Dube's appointment earlier today for a non-renewable term of seven years, with effect from 1 February 2026. The appointment was made in terms of section 2A(1) of the Public Protector Act, 1994 (Act 23 of 1994), following a recommendation by the National Assembly.
Adv Dube brings more than 20 years of experience in the public sector, with extensive expertise in oversight, complaints management and investigations. The position of Deputy Public Protector became vacant following the appointment of Adv Kholeka Gcaleka as Public Protector.
Mr Nqola said Adv Dube enjoyed unanimous support from the multiparty committee that conducted the interview process.
“All Members who participated in the interviews last year agreed that Adv Dube was the strongest candidate among those interviewed. She was calm and composed during a very robust interview process, demonstrated a wide knowledge of the field and articulated her responses clearly and confidently. We therefore recommended to the National Assembly and by extension the President that she should be appointed,” Mr Nqola said.
The Chairperson wished Adv Dube well in her new role and assured her of the committee's support. “At the same time, the committee will continue to exercise its oversight responsibilities vigorously, but in a constructive manner, in the interest of strengthening constitutional democracy,” he emphasised.
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There was a time when the best seat in the house was just a soft armchair near the fireplace. Times have changed. People now want more from their furniture. They want seats that move with them, support their bodies, and help them rest properly after a full day of work or running around with the …
Hollywoodbets Dolphins all-rounder Bryce Parsons produced a match-winning display at Hollywoodbets Kingsmead Stadium on Wednesday night to guide his Pretoria Capitals team into the Betway SA20 final this Sunday.
The post Parsons guides Capitals into SA20 final first appeared on Cricket South Africa.
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) provincial leader, Jan van Niekerk, and the Harrismith district farmers’ association met with the Free State MEC for Agriculture, Ms Elzabé Rockman, as well as key role players in the agricultural sector, including Dr Jurgens Barnard, Acting Director of State Veterinary Services, on Wednesday. The constructive discussion centred on […]
The post Foot-and-mouth disease: Freedom Front Plus demands action in the Free State appeared first on Freedom Front Plus.
The Institute for Internal Communication Africa (IFICA) has announced that its Founding President, Adesh Chetram, has chosen to step down in his operational capacity and will join IFICA’s Advisory Board. Demonstrating continuity of leadership and the vision of IFICA, Machine’s Director of Specialist Content & Communication Sarah Browning-de Villiers, who currently serves on IFICA’s Advisory …
Proteas Men’s batter Tony de Zorzi and Momentum Multiply Titans batter Donovan Ferreira have been ruled out of the upcoming three-match KFC T20 International (T20I) series against West Indies and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka due to injury.
The post DE ZORZI AND FERREIRA RULED OUT OF WEST INDIES T20I SERIES AND T20 WORLD CUP first appeared on Cricket South Africa.
Today, Premier Alan Winde led a briefing to provide updates on the efforts of the Western Cape Government and its partners in tackling the ongoing wildfires ravaging parts of the province and the water security challenges impacting several municipalities. The Premier confirmed that the 2025/26 fire season has been one of the most severe in …
Carli Antonopoulos was covering up to 90km a week in training in the build-up to last year’s aQuellé Midmar Mile. Having finished second in the elite women’s race in 2024, she was determined to go one better in 2025 before disaster struck. The Pretoria-based swimmer slipped while climbing into the boat to take her across …
Statement by Luyolo Mphithi MP – DA Spokesperson on Human Settlements: A Democratic Alliance(DA) oversight today across four informal settlements in Gauteng exposed the reality of South Africa’s housing crisis, incited land invasions and land fraud, and the consequences of decades of ANC human settlements failures. The DA is leading the charge in Parliament to …
The Netherlands won a final-ball thriller against Nepal, triumphing by just two runs in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifier. Ireland beat the USA by 16 runs, Scotland picked up their first win of the tournament and Bangladesh remained undefeated and moved top of the Group A table. Netherlands hold their nerve against …
Hyundai Automotive South Africa has officially announced a strategic partnership with former Springboks Rugby World Cup-winning captain, John Smit. The company made the announcement at their Hyundai Centurion dealership, attended by leading sporting, motoring and business media. The partnership marks a collaboration between two leadership-driven brands built on shared values of excellence and integrity. Stanley …
JJ Basson’s five-wicket haul was not enough as South Africa U19 Men suffered a 55-run defeat to the West Indies in their last group stage match of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup on Thursday.
The post SA U19 MEN REMAIN POSITIVE DESPITE RESULT first appeared on Cricket South Africa.
It was way back in 2020 that Josh Macleod was first called up by Wales. But, some six years on, he still only has the four caps to his name. To a large extent, that’s down to the horrendous misfortune he has endured on the injury front amid a ruptured Achilles, knee ligament damage, shoulder …
Statement by Ryan Smith MP – DA Spokesperson on International Relations and Cooperation: The ANC’s hypocrisy on international relations was again on full display this week, when a United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) vote was held calling for a special session to address the deteriorating human rights situation in the Islamic Republic of Iran. …