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Kimberley Kersten  ·25 Jan 2026 Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Transport has endorsed the Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy’s plans for a total ban on drinking and driving in South Africa, calling for the law to be implemented by the Easter holiday period.  South Africa’s current laws permit blood alcohol levels of less than 0.05g/100 ml for …

Though the minibus taxi driver is “unequivocally” to blame for the accident that killed 14 schoolchildren this week, accident reconstruction expert Craig Proctor-Parker believes both vehicles probably could have avoided the crash if they had reacted earlier. “At 21 seconds into the video footage you can see the minibus taxi is already on the wrong …

While last year represented a stellar sales year for new cars in South Africa, one brand enjoyed it more than most, as Mahindra recorded its best-ever sales figures, thanks to two popular offerings. The local branch of the Indian carmaker recorded a 40% increase in sales to 18,097 units, which represents a record year for …

Confirming earlier rumours, Chery SA is to acquire Nissan’s manufacturing assets in Rosslyn, South Africa. Nissan issued a media statement on Friday saying that 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 those of its nearby stamping plant, …

MG hatchback takes on tough competition in a segment that includes VW Polo and Toyota Starlet. The Chinese revolution in the local car market has largely centred around one body style – SUVs and all its crossover extensions. Big, small, cute, bullish, petite or electric… you name them, they bring them. While the Chinese have …

Following a night out clubbing, Lucy*, 23, was subject to taunts online, illustrated through images or ‘memes’, suggesting she had taken her drinking “too far”. “I was so embarrassed. I was out with some friends, and we were all drinking. Some people I knew had an Instagram page for their friend group, and the next …

The last 14 days have marked the most significant shift in South Africa’s animal health policy in over a decade. Moving away from temporary crisis management, the Ministry of Agriculture has executed a rapid-fire sequence of strategic moves—linking long-term planning with immediate industrial action and global scientific verification. 14 January: The 10-Year Roadmap Launch The …

News flash Sanjeev Mungroo has joined ENGIE South Africa as Managing Director – Renewable & Flex Power. Image credit: LinkedIn Engie South Africa has announced the appointment of Sanjeev Mungroo as managing director of renewables and batteries (Renewable & Flex Power -South Africa), effective 1 January 2026. In this role, Mungroo will lead the company’s …

VANDERBIJILPARK, GP – South Africa is mourning the deaths of 14 school pupils who died in the Vaal crash this week. They were travelling to school on Monday when their vehicle collided with a truck. WATCH | Vaal crash | Families demand vehicle owner be held accountable The driver survived and has been charged with …

It’s been over five years since commuters in the south of Johannesburg have seen Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) trains pass through their communities. Trains were first suspended during the Covid lockdown when there was little to no security along the tracks, resulting in rampant theft of overhead cables and vandalism of other …

It has increasingly become important to select the correct grape varieties as South Africa’s climate changes. Rising temperatures, shifting rainfall patterns, and more frequent extremes are influencing vine performance and wine style. Careful varietal choice is essential to maintain quality, sustainability and long-term resilience in the country’s diverse grape-growing regions. Farmers have used this opportunity …

The shortage and associated price surge impacting DDR RAM and enterprise solid-state drives (SSDs) is causing a significant headache for hosting providers in South Africa. Absolute Hosting managing director Jade Benson told MyBroadband that the market has already seen enterprise SSD prices surge by 50% to 100%. “The shortage and price increases affecting DDR RAM …

The first G20 summit on African soil delivered significant dividends for the continent, with the UAE pledging $1bn (R16.4bn) for “AI for development” to complement its growing investment footprint. Economic relations between South Africa and the UAE are already reaching new heights, strengthening South Africa’s diversification efforts. With South Africa facing continued strained relations with …

Cape Town is set to underline its reputation as South Africa’s sports crowd capital this weekend, with two major fixtures expected to play out in front of packed stadiums across the city. Newlands Cricket Ground will be a sea of supporters when it hosts the SA20 final, with tickets already snapped up and a full …

This momentum is reflected in record airport figures from the Western Cape. According to a press release from Wesgro, Cape Town International Airport recorded 1,12 million two-way passengers in December 2025, an 8% year-on-year (y/y) increase on its December 2024 record. International passenger numbers grew by 10% y/y to just under 364 000, while domestic …

Nearly 10 years since plans for the area were first approved by the South African Cabinet, not a single building has been erected in the Musina-Makhado Special Economic Zone (MMSEZ). The Zimbabwe border-adjacent project has ground to a halt due to strong opposition from environmental groups who have raised alarm about its feasibility, as well …

The burning fires of internal political party tension — before the local elections Illustrative Image: DA Logo. | ANC Logo. | ActionSA Logo. (Images: Wikicommons) | Broken glass. (Image: Freepik) | (By Daniella Lee Ming Yesca) By Stephen Grootes. While the political headline of this year is likely to be the outcome of the local …

Prospective students and parents or sponsors toured the Agri Skills Transfer farm, where they were introduced to the various disciplines that form part of the curriculum. Prospective students and parents or sponsors toured the Agri Skills Transfer farm, where they were introduced to the various disciplines that form part of the curriculum.Image: Jedrie Harmse “We …

Following the launch of other special edition models for South Africa, Mercedes-Benz has launched its special-edition CLA Night Edition. This cosmetic upgrade to the four-door coupé sees the model refinished in a striking grey colour and gloss black accents. “The CLA has always been our design statement for the compact segment,” said Alexandra Boavida, Vice-Principal …

Days after South Africa’s electricity minister questioned the benefits of a $10 billion (R164 billion) climate-finance pact between the country and some of the world’s richest nations, Germany lauded its success.  A fact sheet distributed at a press conference hosted by Germany’s embassy in South Africa on Friday listed some of the below-market interest rates …

With the new year in full-swing, South Africans are settling into new positions, new jobs, or new cities, while others are gearing up for university or school runs, meaning new commutes and possibly new cars. When these lifestyle changes happen, not every South African can afford to buy a brand new car, meaning that they …

STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF BRAVO LE ROUX The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Hon. Gayton McKenzie, has learned with deep sadness of the passing of South African artist Bravo Le Roux on Thursday, 22 January 2026. Bravo Le Roux, born Sinesipho Peter on 11 July 1995, passed away in Switzerland at the age …

South Africa is experiencing a “summer of extremes”, as devastating floods in Limpopo and Mpumalanga, widespread wildfires in the Western and Eastern Cape and growing water shortages along the Garden Route converge to highlight the accelerating impacts of climate change. New data released by the Copernicus Climate Change Service and the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) …

The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has warned of scammers charging South Africans to secure bookings at its offices for smart ID and passport applications. An advert for the booking service says it offers smart ID and passport application booking assistance, as well as collections from Home Affairs branches. “Take note of scammers trying to …