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The Canadian government has warned its citizens to exercise a high degree of caution when travelling to South Africa, citing the country’s high levels of violent and petty crime. In a travel advisory published on December 4, Canada classified South Africa as a high-risk destination, urging travellers to be vigilant due to what it described …

South Africans are likely witnessing the beginning of the end of the SABC TV licence scheme, with options such as a device-neutral household levy being favoured as a replacement. The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies has appointed BMI TechKnowledge to develop a sustainable funding model for the broadcaster, and it’s set to be finalised …

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for 15 December 2025. Monday will be marked by extreme fire danger conditions and very hot temperatures across several provinces, while the northern regions can expect afternoon thunderstorms. The South African Weather Service (Saws) has released its latest weather …

Prices on memory and solid state storage have surged globally, with some products selling for double or more in South Africa than they were two months ago. The increases are due to a supply shortage caused by a swell in demand from artificial intelligence (AI) companies for high-end cloud servers. To meet the demand from …

Dirco strongly criticised the nature of the attack, which appeared to target worshippers during a religious celebration. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) has issued a strong condemnation of the shooting incident at Bondi Beach in Sydney, where at least 12 people were killed and 29 sustained injuries. The attack occurred while more …

According to South Africa’s Acting Minister of Police, Firoz Cachalia, most of the country’s illicit firearms are smuggled in from neighbouring countries after being diverted from legal markets. This was revealed in a response to a written question from MK Party Member of Parliament Crossby Shongwe. “The increase in… Sharpeville Massacre: In 1960, police opened …

Luke Fraser  ·14 Dec 2025 Christmas is right around the corner, and Takealot is comfortably the dominant choice for festive season shopping.  This is according to infoQuest, an online researcher, which asked 300 South Africans across all demographics about their holiday plans and gift-buying intentions. When it comes to retailer of choice, Takealot is overwhelmingly …

The livestock and poultry industries account for nearly half of South Africa’s farming fortunes. So when there are frequent cases of animal disease, there tends to be panic about the impact on growth. In recent years the cattle industry has struggled with foot-and-mouth disease, leading to temporary closures of some key export markets and an …

The African National Congress (ANC) has issued a strong rebuke of Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi for what it alleges is him exceeding his legal authority. This is by instructing the telecoms regulator, the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa), to amend equity… Daily Sun: Known for its sensationalist style, it is …

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Johannesburg MMC for public safety Mgcini Tshwaku has confirmed that a criminal case has been opened after the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old youth during the Shaun 101 street bash in Soweto last week. Tshwaku told TimesLIVE a case was opened at Diepkloof police station against the event organisers for violating the Safety at Sports …

The City of Cape Town has obtained a court interdict preventing the South African National Civics Association (Sanco) and others from entering a MyCiTI bus depot in Spine Road or threatening staff. The City said last month the group removed security guards from the site and threatened to disrupt operations unless their chosen security company …

South Africa’s wine industry enters the 2026 harvest season with renewed confidence, as the first official crop estimate from private and producer-cellar growers points to another stable and promising year. For the second consecutive season, producers have been spared major weather disruptions such as flooding and frost, allowing vineyards to maintain the positive trajectory established …

South African Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation  “The Government of the Republic of South Africa extends its deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the people and Government of the Commonwealth of Australia following the tragic terrorist attacks in Sydney.  “Our thoughts are with all those affected, especially the families and friends of the victims. …

Collection of Media Accreditation: 2025 National Day of Reconciliation Commemoration At The Ncome Museum  As South Africa marked Reconciliation Month this December, the national Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC), and the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government will host the 2025 National Reconciliation Day commemoration on Tuesday, 16 December at the Ncome Museum, Nquthu Local Municipality, within the …

AfriForum and the Solidarity Movement are facing mounting pressure on social media to publish the names of journalists they claim are being paid by the State Security Agency (SSA) and the department of international relations and co-operation (Dirco) to discredit the two lobby groups. The calls followed a video posted online by AfriForum CEO Kallie …

Malcolm Libera  ·14 Dec 2025 South African homeowners are being warned that burglaries increase by nearly 50% during the festive season, and criminals tend to target electronics, tools, alcohol, jewellery, gate motors, security beams, and valuable artworks.  This is according to insurance and security experts, who stress that the December holidays is the most active …

Malcolm Libera  ·14 Dec 2025 South Africa’s beaches are expected to be packed this festive season, and security experts and rescue services are warning holidaymakers to be extra cautious. As December gets into full swing, crowds are already gathering at major coastal destinations, and both crime and dangerous ocean conditions are becoming more common. Beaches …

The Department of Transport has reduced the driving licence production backlog to approximately 120,000 cards after South Africa’s only printer for licence cards broke down earlier in the year. The backlog peaked at over 730,000 cards after the driving licence card printer broke down and was non-operational from February to May 2025. Spokesperson Collen Msibi …

There was a big banner on the east side of this iconic venue mounted by Orlando Pirates supporters which read “Thank You TLB”. This was a tribute by Bucs fans to departing star 20-year-old defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi who is joining Chicago Fire in the US’ Major Soccer League in January. They made the same gesture …

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially announced the R2,315 SASSA Pension December 2025 payment schedule for older citizens. This update is a relief for many senior beneficiaries who rely on this monthly pension to manage living costs. The December payout brings clarity for all old age grant recipients awaiting funds ahead of the festive season. With South …

A wet outfield has delayed the toss in the first women’s ODI between hosts South Africa and Ireland at Buffalo Park in East London on Saturday.   It’s the first ODI for South Africa since their dramatic run to the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup final against hosts and eventual winners India in Mumbai last …

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for 14 December 2025. Sunday will be marked by severe thunderstorms, with scattered showers and potentially dangerous weather conditions affecting large parts of South Africa’s northern interior. The South African Weather Service (Saws) has released its latest weather forecast …

The Day Two morning session of the Nkosi Cup 2025 set the tone for another compelling day of international indoor hockey, delivering record-breaking performances, classic rivalries and dominant displays. Australia’s women made history in their tournament debut, New Zealand edged a thrilling Oceania showdown, Namibia reinforced their status as defending champions, and South Africa’s men …