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President Cyril Ramaphosa will undertake an official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from 12-13 January 2026, at the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, to participate in the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ASDW). The ADSW is an annual event hosted in Abu Dhabi, capital city …

The feud between Democratic Alliance (DA) party leader John Steenhuisen and former Environment Minister Dion George shows no signs of slowing down, with George taking it to the office of the Public Protector. The Sunday Times reported that, in an 84-page affidavit submitted to Public Protector Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka,… Soccer: Soccer is the most played …

South African sports fans can look forward to world-class golf, iconic cycling routes, international rugby tours and fight nights, as 2026 shapes up to be a standout year for sport in South Africa. South Africa (11 January 2025) – South Africa’s sporting calendar for 2026 is shaping up to be a big one, with global …

A low-pressure system is expected to influence weather conditions over the north-eastern parts of the country, bringing significant rain and thunderstorms over the coming days, the South African Weather Service (SAWS) said. “The SAWS wishes to update the public on a low-pressure system currently located over the southern parts of Mozambique, which is expected to …

By Staff WriterPublished: 11 January 2026 This forecast is for: Mon 12 January 2026The maps cover: Mon 12 Jan – Tue 13 Jan A heat wave with persistently high temperatures is expected until Tuesday over the Eastern Cape Province, exception of the Joe Gqabi and the southern parts of Nelson Mandela Bay. Very hot to …

Political analysts and the South African Local Government Association (SALGA) warn that the landscape following this year’s municipal elections is likely to be characterised by an increase in hung councils, raising concerns about governance and service delivery across the nation. According to leadership experts, the political climate in South Africa has been evolving, with indications …

Stretching from the Mapungubwe National Park to the southern tip of Africa, South Africa spans 471,445 square miles and is characterised by several distinct ecosystems. From these ancient soils, South African Chardonnay has emerged as a formidable contender on the world stage, distinguished not only by its geology and terroir but also by a spirit …

 ·11 Jan 2026 Lion Lager is one of the oldest and most popular beer brands in South Africa, and one of SA Breweries’ (SAB’s) most successful products. The lager began, however, as SAB’s most fierce competitor in the first days of South African brewing.  Lion Lager was first produced at the Mariendahl Brewery, now the …

The Democratic Alliance (DA) condemns Minister of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), Ronald Lamola, for his public defence of South Africa hosting sanctioned Iranian and Russian naval vessels during the BRICS+ Exercise “Will for Peace”. Minister Lamola’s utterances demonstrate a deep ineptitude for foreign affairs from South Africa’s chief diplomat who frequently uses undiplomatic language, …

The SA Women’s Hockey Team claimed a 2–0 victory over the Canada Women’s Hockey Team in the third test of the series at HS Menlopark in Pretoria, producing a performance full of attacking intent and defensive control to take the lead in the five match series. The match marked a special occasion for goalkeeper Jana …

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Ralebala Mampeule, a property tycoon embroiled in a botched R700 million loan deal to acquire a stake in MetroFibre, has accused senior Public Investment Corporation (PIC) officials of corruption and bribery. The allegations follow a falling out between Mampeule and PIC. Following the finalisation of the R700-million deal, Mampeule reportedly requested a further R6.6-million cash …

Staff Writer  ·11 Jan 2026 New smoking laws being processed by parliament could force tobacco brands to use standardised packaging. However, legal experts have highlighted how the move could exacerbate South Africa’s problems with illicit trade, while law enforcement and SARS have warned that it could complicate their jobs. South Africa’s lawmakers are currently processing …

Pretorian Johan Kasselman and his wife have recently proven that it is possible to cover a large part of the country in South Africa’s most affordable electric vehicle (EV) — the BYD Dolphin Surf. Many South Africans are unaware that South Africa already has an extensive public EV charging network with 400 to 500 stations …

China, Russia and Iran launched a week-long naval drill off South Africa’s main naval base in Simon’s Town, Western Cape. This is an exercise that Pretoria has framed as a cooperative BRICS Plus initiative, focusing on maritime security and trade protection. South Africa’s military said the operation, taking place in… The Sowetan: Focuses on issues …

The SA Women’s Hockey Team and the Canada Women’s Hockey Team played out a hard fought 0–0 draw in the second match of their five game series at HS Menlopark in Pretoria, in a contest defined by intensity, defensive discipline and near misses at both ends. The match was a special occasion for several players …

“Neither do people pour new wine into old wineskins. If they do, the skins will burst, the wine will spill and the skins will be ruined. Instead, they pour new wine into new wineskins, and both are preserved” – Matthew 9:17(NIV) Within the spirit of the season and in thinking of this new dispensation of …

Luke Fraser  ·10 Jan 2026 The V&A Waterfront has welcomed the arrival of Graham Wood as its new CEO, bidding farewell to former lead David Green, who headed the development for almost two decades. Wood is taking the reins at the mixed-use development as it is undergoing massive upgrades. The V&A Waterfront is an iconic …

South Africa on Saturday began naval drills with Russia, Iran and China, describing the manoeuvres off its coast as not merely a show of force but a vital response to rising maritime tensions. The week‑long ‘Will for Peace 2026’ exercises come just days after the United States seized a Russian‑flagged oil tanker in the North …

Warships from Iran and Russia have joined naval exercises being held off the coast of South Africa, risking a further deterioration of relations between Africa’s largest economy and the US. Two ships from Iran — the destroyer Jamaran and the warship Mahdavai — have arrived at Simon’s Town, outside Cape Town, as has the Russian …

There’s potentially dangerous conditions across several provinces. South Africa will experience a mix of severe thunderstorms, heavy rain, and extreme heat on Sunday, 11 January 2026. The South African Weather Service (Saws) has also warned of potentially dangerous conditions across several provinces. Residents are being urged to take precautions as the weather is expected to …

Statement on Venice Biennale Decision As the Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, I have noted misinformation, misdirection and insult in public statements and media reports surrounding my decision to cancel the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture’s (DSAC’s) working agreement with Art Periodic. I wish to place on the record that it is incorrect …