January 13
South Africa: Sundowns Sign Colombian Striker Brayan Leon for R58 Million
Mamelodi Sundowns sign Colombian striker Brayan Leon from Independiente Medellin on a two year deal. Leon says he joined Sundowns to win trophies as the club chases the league… Read more »
South Africa: Actionsa Says Matric Pass Rate Hides Many Dropouts
ActionSA says real matric pass rate is lower when counting pupils who started Grade ten but never reached matric. Other parties praise learners but warn about dropouts, weak… Read more »
South Africa: Siya Kolisi Confirms Relationship With Dutch Influencer
Siya Kolisi confirms relationship with Dutch influencer Rachel John after being seen together on holiday in Zimbabwe. The confirmation comes months after Kolisi and his former… Read more »
South Africa: Lesufi Warns Schools Without Ai Are Failing Children
Panyaza Lesufi says artificial intelligence must be taught in schools now and not years from now. He says schools without internet and devices are failing learners before they… Read more »
January 12
South Africa: Eastern Cape Schools Say They Are Ready but Transport and Toilets Remain a Worry
Eastern Cape education department says most schools are ready but nearly 48,000 learners still need scholar transport. Read more »
South Africa: Food On Credit Fills the Gaps When Headboard Sales Are Slow
South Africa: Senzo Mchunu Tipped As Next ANC National Chairperson
Senzo Mchunu is tipped to become ANC national chair as factions prepare for the 2027 conference. Sources say his support base is key to Fikile Mbalula's push to become ANC… Read more »
South Africa: Kwazulu-Natal Top of the Class As Matric Pass Rate Hits 88 Percent
KwaZulu-Natal achieved the highest matric pass rate in the country at 90.6%, followed closely by the Free State and Gauteng. Only 34% of pupils wrote mathematics in the final… Read more »
South Africa: Private School Matric Pass Rate Stays High At 98 Percent
IEB matric class of 2025 records a 98.31 percent pass rate with most learners qualifying for university study. Nearly 17,500 pupils wrote the exams with top achievers recognised… Read more »
South Africa: VAT On Basic Food Now Costs Families More Than a Bag of Maize Meal
VAT on the average household food basket now totals about R342 a month. That is more than the cost of a 30kg bag of maize meal, one of the main survival staples. Read more »
South Africa: Polony Is No Longer Cheap Enough for School Lunchboxes
The single mother says polony once lasted weeks and helped her feed her twins cheaply, but is now only affordable in rare months. Read more »
South Africa: Bicycles Become a Lifeline for Jobless Youth in North West
A 25-year-old bicycle operator says he earns money by transporting elderly people and doing deliveries where taxis do not operate. Read more »
South Africa: Safa Rules Could Block Lucas Radebe From Running for President
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South Africa: January Pressure Is Pushing Families Into Dangerous Mashonisa Debt
Borrowers say mashonisas charge extreme interest, forcing people to borrow again just to repay old loans. Many hand over bank cards or Sassa cards as security, leaving them with… Read more »
South Africa: KZN News Bites - 63 School Taxis Fail Safety Checks Before Schools Reopen
Celani Sikhakhane brings you KwaZulu-Natal's latest news. Read more »
South Africa: Gyms Increase Prices for 2026 As New Year Fitness Rush Begins
Gyms across South Africa increase membership prices for 2026 as demand grows during new year fitness season. Read more »
South Africa: Gauteng Warns Unsafe Scholar Transport Will Be Taken Off Roads
Gauteng warns scholar transport operators that unsafe vehicles will be impounded and drivers may be arrested. Parents urged to check transport safety as officials inspect… Read more »
South Africa: Sho Madjozi Dragged to Court Over R5 Million in Unpaid Management Fees
Black Major says Sho Madjozi owes it more than R5-million from a record deal and other income. The agency wants the court to send the matter to mediation before a full legal… Read more »
South Africa: Street Traders Around Pan Africa Mall Shut Out of Work
Street traders say metro police have blocked them from working since late last year, even after the G20 summit ended. With no daily income, families say they are struggling to… Read more »
January 09
South Africa: Wildfires Force Evacuations As Helicopters Battle Kouga Flames
· Three major fires are still burning in Kouga, with confirmed damage to homes in the Kromme River and Smith Town areas, while helicopters work overhead. Read more »
South Africa: South Africa Sees Up to Four Tornadoes a Year, Says Weather Service
South Africa records about three to four tornadoes a year with some missed because they are short lived. The weather service warns tornado risk is highest between November and… Read more »
South Africa: ANC Secretary Could Challenge Mabuyane for Top Eastern Cape Job
Some ANC members want Ngcukaitobi to lead the Eastern Cape, saying he will bring ethical leadership and tackle factionalism. He has not confirmed the campaign but told… Read more »
January 08
South Africa: KZN News Bites - Cosatu Tells ANC People No Longer Trust Politicians
Celani Sikhakhane brings you KwaZulu-Natal's latest news. Read more »
South Africa: Eastern Cape Road Deaths Drop During Festive Season
Eastern Cape road deaths dropped from 219 to 153 between December and early January officials say. Police arrested 1,993 drunk drivers across the province including 308 in Nelson… Read more »
South Africa: Potatoes Are No Longer a Daily Meal for Some Families
The family used to cook potatoes with almost every meal but now limits them to twice a week and replaces them with cheaper vegetables. Farmers say rising costs mean potatoes are… Read more »
