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As one of the new breed of hybrid players, Jamie Dobie has a real all-court game, which is somewhat appropriate for a former teenage tennis talent. His decision to concentrate on rugby has proved a wise move as he now has 17 Scotland caps and has been one of the form players of the season …
World Sailing has officially published the Notice of Race for the test event for the 2027 World Sailing Championships in Gdynia. Gdynia will stage Men’s Skiff, Women’s Skiff, Mixed Dinghy, Mixed Multihull, and Para Inclusive events from 14-19 July 2026. The Notice of Race is available to view and download on the World Sailing website. …
Luke Fraser ·19 Jan 2026 The National Treasury has extended the deadline for public comment on a proposed online gambling tax amid a growing epidemic of gambling in the country. While the addiction risk regarding gambling is well known, the recent rise of online gambling has meant that it is accessible almost anywhere, at any …
OUTA is concerned by yet another extension of the South African National Roads Agency (Sanral) board, which has already seen its tenure being reinstated into a second three-year stint and consequently undergone a further two-year extension beyond that. This is no longer an isolated delay. What should be a short caretaker measure has become standard …
Defender Rally has won the 2026 Dakar Rally, the toughest off-road challenge in the world, in its debut year, as drivers Rokas Baciuška and Oriol Vidal win the Stock class in the Defender Dakar D7X-R. After two weeks of racing over relentlessly tough terrain, fellow teammates Sara Price and Sean Berriman finished in second place, …
Luke Fraser ·19 Jan 2026 South Africa officially has another National Disaster following severe weather and widespread flooding across five provinces. Following severe weather and widespread flooding, a National Disaster has been classified under the Disaster Management Act, 2002. The classification was effected by the Head of the National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC), Elias Sithole, …
A late Leus du Plooy six-hitting display and a brilliant spin bowling exhibition has powered Joburg Super Kings into the Betway SA20 playoffs after their bonus point 45-run victory over the Paarl Royals at Boland Park on Monday evening. With a win required to squeeze Super Kings into the final four, Leus stepped up and …
Staff Writer ·19 Jan 2026 President Cyril Ramaphosa has approved a 3.8% salary increase for South Africa’s top politicians, including ministers, deputy ministers and parliamentarians. The approval of the above-inflation pay hike comes following the recommendation from the Independent Commission for the Remuneration of Public Office-Bearers in December. The commission had recommended an increase of …
Things are looking a lot brighter at the start of 2026 than they have in easily the past five years. Eskom is largely a solved problem (for now). Transnet is turning the corner, albeit painstakingly. These network reforms by The Presidency (of which Eskom and Transnet, including the ports, are the two largest) are working. …
Communications minister Solly Malatsi says approximately 98,000 decoder-like set-top boxes (STBs) remain to be installed by 31 March 2026 for South Africa’s broadcast digital migration (BDM) project. The minister was responding to a Parliamentary question from ANC MP Shaik Imraan Subrathie, and he added that completing these installations is a priority for his department. “As …
Staff Writer ·19 Jan 2026 The police ministry has revealed that the attempted ‘national shutdown’ in 2023 cost the country R370 million in additional operational costs. This was revealed in a parliamentary Q&A by the EFF’s Leigh-Ann Mathys, who questioned the costs incurred by the South African Police Service, specifically relating to the shutdown. In …
Local market specification and pricing will be made soon. Announced for South Africa at the end of last year, Suzuki’s Maruti division has started shipping export versions of the Victoris to no less than 100 markets, including South Africa. Name change In a short statement over the weekend, the brand confirmed that around 450 vehicles …
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) says the country can expect geomagnetic storm conditions to increase over the next 24 hours. This is due to the arrival of an Earth-directed coronal mass ejection (CME), which was triggered by a long-duration X1.9 solar flare on Sunday, 18 January at around 20:00. “A solar flare is …
Note to Editors: These remarks were delivered by ActionSA National Chairperson, Michael Beaumont at the #HandsOffXolani Picket Dumelang, Molweni, Sanibonani, Goeie More, Good Morning; South Africans, Xolani Khumalo is being arrested today because he refuses to surrender the country he loves to criminals. He is paying the price that comes with doing the work SAPS and …
Residents who can’t afford to buy water have to get it from a faraway river
Another commanding performance from Jason Rowles, backed by skipper, Muhammad Bulbulia, ensured South Africa U19 Men set the second-largest winning margin in an ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup and the biggest ever recorded by a South African U19 side in the tournament.
The post SA U19 MEN SET UP RECORD VICTORY first appeared on Cricket South Africa.
President Cyril Ramaphosa will this afternoon, Monday, 19 January 2026, visit Nkomazi Local Municipality in the Mpumalanga Province to assess the extent of the damage caused by the floods and the response of Government.
The President will commence the visit at Mjejana, Nkomazi Local Municipality, after 14h00.
The National Disaster Management Centre officially classified the inclement weather, which has respectively ravaged Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West, KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape Provinces, as a national disaster, following loss of life, significant damage to infrastructure and property, environmental degradation, displacement of communities, disruption to schooling and agricultural activities, and closures in parts of the Kruger National Park.
The President has expressely shared that his thoughts are with families who have lost loved ones, people who have been injured and individuals, businesses and organisations who have lost property.
Furthermore, the President hailed first responders, volunteers and humanitarian organisations for their emphatic coordinated response to the devastation across affected provinces.
President Ramaphosa will monitor the state of the disaster response at flood affected areas at the Nkomazi Local Municipality, accompanied by Mpumalanga Premier, Mandla Ndlovu, senior Government officials and representatives of the National Disaster Management Centre.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa.
The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Basic Education, Ms Joy Maimela, has noted with grave sadness the devastating road accident involving a private scholar transport vehicle, in which the lives of 13 school learners from the Vereeniging and Vanderbijlpark areas, south of Johannesburg, were tragically lost.
Ms Maimela said the tragedy is particularly painful given that schools have only been open for three days in the 2026 academic year.
“With only three school days so far in 2026, we are already confronted with this immense loss. It is deeply heartbreaking that parents who entrusted their children to be safely transported to school will now no longer hear their voices or see their smiling faces. We extend our sincere condolences to the parents, families and affected school communities during this unimaginably difficult time,” said Ms Maimela.
Preliminary reports from authorities indicate that the minibus taxi transporting the learners was involved in a collision with a side-tipper truck. The impact reportedly forced the minibus off the road, resulting in the catastrophic loss of life.
Ms Maimela also expressed concern for the five other learners who sustained critical injuries and were transported to nearby hospitals for emergency medical treatment. “We wish the injured learners a speedy and full recovery and hold them and their families in our thoughts,” she said.
The Chairperson further emphasised the importance of psychosocial support for affected learners, families, educators and school communities. She called on the Department of Basic Education, in collaboration with provincial education departments and relevant stakeholders, to ensure that counselling and trauma-support services are urgently made available to help those affected cope with the emotional and psychological impact of the tragedy.
The Chairperson has called for a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident. She said the incident once again highlights persistent concerns regarding the safety and regulation of scholar transport vehicles.
“This tragic loss of young lives underscores the urgent need for stricter oversight, enforcement of road safety regulations and accountability within the scholar transport sector. Authorities are expected to intensify scrutiny in the wake of this incident to prevent similar tragedies in the future,” Ms Maimela said.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Republic of South Africa: The Parliament.
TransUnion’s South Africa, Kenya and Global Capability Centre Africa (GCC Africa) have again been certified as Top Employers in Africa by the Top Employers Institute (TEI). This recognition reaffirms the global information and insights company’s commitment to a people-first culture, continuous growth and a high-performance workplace. It also marks the sixth consecutive year of recognition for South Africa and the fourth for Kenya and the GCC Africa — clear evidence of sustained investment in people, leadership and culture.
“Being recognised for the sixth year in South Africa is a strong endorsement of our consistent people practices,” said Lee Naik, CEO of TransUnion Africa. “We remain focused on building a culture grounded in trust, inclusion and leadership development because business success starts with empowered people.”
The TEI certification follows a rigorous HR Best Practices Survey across six domains and 20 topics, including People Strategy, Work Environment, Talent Acquisition, Learning, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Wellbeing. TransUnion’s recognition reflects a people strategy deeply aligned with its business objectives and purpose. Employees play an active role in shaping strategies through structured engagement, continuous listening and feedback loops that build trust and alignment across the organisation.
Agile workforce planning helps anticipate future skills needs, ensuring employees are supported to build capabilities that allow them to thrive in a fast-changing environment. Flexibility and trust remain central to the work experience. Employees are empowered to manage how and where they work, guided by clear hybrid policies and supported by collaborative spaces that encourage connection and innovation.
Wellbeing is embedded in everyday work design. Initiatives include wellness days, protected time to disconnect and wellness weeks focused on holistic health. Regular assessments ensure these programmes remain relevant and responsive. Psychological safety is also a priority, in an environment where employees feel free to speak up, share ideas and collaborate openly, fueling innovation and belonging.
Leadership development is a cornerstone of TransUnion’s approach in which a clear strategy and competency framework guide growth, supported by measurable outcomes and feedback. Career development is actively promoted through internal mobility, mentoring and sponsored learning opportunities. In 2025, more than one in ten employees advanced through internal promotions, underscoring the company’s commitment to building long-term careers. Within the GCC Africa, investment in learnerships and early-career programmes continue to nurture future leaders and expand access to employment opportunities, strengthening talent sustainability.
“Our people are central to how we deliver impact at scale,” said Shobana Maikoo, Head of GCC Africa. “This recognition reflects our focus on growing skills, developing leaders and creating an environment where individuals feel supported and connected.”
Continued certification across South Africa, Kenya and GCC Africa highlights a consistent, integrated approach to people strategy and workplace culture across regions. In 2026, the Top Employers Institute certified more than 2,400 organisations in 125 countries, positively impacting over 13 million employees worldwide. TransUnion’s inclusion among this group underscores its commitment to excellence in people practices across Africa.
More than 40 families displaced since 14 January
President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his sadness at the loss of life in violence on the Cape Flats at the weekend and in a collision involving a scholar transport vehicle this morning, Monday, 19 January 2026.
At least 26 people died in violence on the Cape Flats during a 24-hour period over the weekend while 11 learners died when the vehicle in which they were travelling collided with a truck near Vanderbijlpark today.
President Ramaphosa offers his deepest sympathies to all families and communities concerned and says Government will work with citizens and community-based organisations to protect people's lives in these different circumstances.
With reference to the Western Cape tragedies, President Ramaphosa said communities could expect stronger law enforcement and increased police visibility to stabilise affected communities and reduce the potential for further violence.
President Ramaphosa recognises the fear to which criminals subject residents and therefore calls on communities to strengthen their partnership with law enforcement agencies in community policing forums.
The President also urges residents to provide information – even on neighbours and family members – to police on an ongoing basis so that communities will instead become unsafe for criminals. With the assistance of community members, the South African Police Service (SAPS) has been able to arrest 100 gang leaders and 106 runners in the past three months.
President Ramaphosa assures residents that Government is balancing short-term actions to prevent and respond to violence and stabilise communities, with long-term socio-economic interventions to improve social conditions and living standards.
On today's learner transport tragedy, President Ramaphosa says it is particularly distressing that this incident has taken place on the day the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has published a report on scholar transport in the North West.
The President's thoughts are with the families, teachers, classmates and friends of the young victims.
“Our children are the nation's most precious assets and we must do all we can – from observing the rules of the road to the quality of service providers appointed to transport scholars – to protect learners.”
President Ramaphosa says national and provincial authorities will provide families and schools with the necessary psychosocial support.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa.
The Ford Ranger remains the best-selling model, with used car sales generating R12.89 billion in revenue. December 2025 was a positive send-off for the South African used car market, with sales easing after a very strong showing in October and November 2025. While month-on-month (MoM) declines were noted, year-on-year (YoY) sales saw a notable increase, …
RS Group has retained its place on the CDP A List for 2025, once again placing us in the top 4% of companies globally for climate leadership. CDP is the most extensive and prestigious benchmark of climate action and disclosure globally, with two-thirds of global market capitalisation, from 130 countries, disclosing critical environmental data through …
Statement by Haseena Ismail MP – DA Spokesperson on Tourism: The appointment of Khomotso Brian Mosehla to the South African Tourism (SAT) Board raises serious concerns about Minister Patricia de Lille’s commitment to proper governance. In response to a DA question in Parliament, the Minister described Mosehla vaguely as a “seasoned executive” who has held …