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The South African Police Service has arrested a suspect within 24 hours in connection with the murder of a woman whose body was discovered in a suitcase.

Gunmen killed nine in a brutal tavern attack in Bekkersdal, South Africa—the second mass shooting this December amid escalating gun violence in townships.

South Africa strengthens ties with the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB), securing alternative funding for infrastructure and sustainable development projects amid shifting global finance dynamics.

South African coal exports to Israel surge after Colombia's 2025 ban, highlighting geopolitical irony as trade fills the energy void despite diplomatic tensions.

South Africa's 2025 festive season brings heightened mental health challenges like grief, loneliness, and financial stress. Discover SADAG insights and practical tips to cope and thrive this December.

Western Cape hospitals face a surge in trauma cases during the 2025 festive season, driven by road accidents and violence, despite national reductions in road fatalities.

Prepare for a wet festive season in South Africa as a weak La Niña brings above-normal rainfall, thunderstorms, and flood risks to central and eastern regions. Essential safety tips for holiday travelers.

Cape Town's 2025 festive lights display sparked controversy over alleged removal of Christian symbols, with the ACDP demanding reinstatement while the City insists religious elements remain included.

Discover lower gas prices in 2026 as EIA forecasts averages around $3.00 per gallon amid falling crude oil costs, delivering significant savings for drivers nationwide.

Ongoing foot-and-mouth disease outbreaks in South Africa are driving up red meat prices this festive season, making traditional braais more expensive amid supply constraints.

South African authorities raid a U.S. refugee center in Johannesburg, arresting seven Kenyans for illegal work on Trump's controversial Afrikaner asylum program amid escalating diplomatic tensions.

SAPS festive season crackdown yields thousands of arrests under Operation Shanela II, targeting drunk driving, violence, and crime hotspots for safer holidays in South Africa.

As the 2025 holiday season intensifies, border authorities across the globe report a sharp rise in smuggling attempts involving common items such as car batteries and food products. From Africa's busiest land crossing to alerts in Europe and North America, officials are seizing illicit goods valued at hundreds of thousands...

The IMF's 2025 Article IV mission urges South Africa to accelerate structural reforms, strengthen fiscal discipline, and boost private sector growth to stabilize rising debt, create jobs, and reduce inequality amid low economic growth.

South Africa's regulatory battle over Starlink heats up as a new policy directive eases Black ownership rules, paving the way for Elon Musk's satellite internet while sparking debate on equity and innovation.

The Western Cape faces a surging measles outbreak in 2025 due to declining vaccination rates. Health authorities urge immediate immunisation in hotspots like Khayelitsha and Mitchells Plain to prevent further spread.

Cape Town's iconic beaches face scrutiny amid an ongoing sewage dispute, as ActionSA demands an end to marine outfalls discharging screened wastewater into the ocean, raising concerns over safety and environmental impact.

In 2025, Zcash is revolutionizing privacy in South Africa with shielded transactions. Discover how zk-SNARKs enable anonymous crypto use amid rising surveillance concerns. Explore adoption, remittances, and future outlook for financial freedom.

Capitec Bank is acquiring fintech Walletdoc for up to R400 million, integrating advanced payment gateway technology to drive affordable digital transactions and accelerate South Africa's shift to a cashless economy—especially for small businesses and informal traders.

A temple under construction in Verulam collapsed on December 12, 2025, killing two and trapping others. With no approved building plans, this tragic KZN disaster exposes illegal construction and the construction mafia’s deadly grip. Learn how to spot rogue builders and protect your next project.

The Gauteng High Court has overturned the Information Regulator’s bid to block the public release of 2025 matric results, ruling that publishing exam numbers does not breach POPIA privacy laws. Results will appear in newspapers as usual on 13 January 2026 — a victory for transparency that reignites debate over...

South Africa greenlights Starlink in December 2025 with equity equivalent program, bypassing 30% Black ownership rule. R500m pledge for free Wi-Fi in 5,000 rural schools promises to bridge the digital divide and transform education, healthcare, and rural economies.

South Africa’s AGOA trade lifeline hangs in the balance as Trump’s administration pushes tariffs and Senate hawks demand exclusion. With the program expired and renewal uncertain, discover the high-stakes clash threatening billions in exports and thousands of jobs in 2025.

South Africa’s business confidence rockets to a 14-year high of 132.3 in November 2025, fueled by a record-breaking tourism surge. Is this festive-season boom the start of a real economic rebound or just a seasonal firework? Discover the numbers, drivers, and risks behind SA’s sudden optimism.