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Saturday Star
Back-to-school budgeting: parents share smart strategies to tackle rising costs
FOR many South African parents, the start of a new school year is a mix of excitement and financial stress.
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January 17, 2026
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Military force in Iran will backfire for Washington
US PRESIDENT Donald Trump is weighing military action in Iran over the state’s crackdown on protesters.
4 min |
January 17, 2026
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Women Sevens brace for contrasting Pool A tests at Dubai SVNS 3
THE Springbok Women’s Sevens will not only have to cope with the pressure of trying to overcome the next hurdle on their mission to regain their core status on the world series, but with three group opponents with different playing styles and strengths in the HSBC SVNS 3 tournament in Dubai this weekend.
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January 17, 2026
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Impact of SA‘s new tax structure on anti-money laundering efforts
TAXATION issues are a familiar case for SAs.
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January 17, 2026
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Nizamiye Schools achieve 100% matric pass rate
NIZAMIYE Schools have recorded a 100% matric pass rate in the 2025 National Senior Certificate examinations, alongside high Bachelor pass rates, including several cohorts in which all learners qualified for Bachelor admission.
1 min |
January 17, 2026
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Tips for a healthy start
IN a world dominated by technology and ever-increasing pressure, it’s easy to get carried away by workplace demands at the expense of most other things in our lives — especially our health.
2 min |
January 17, 2026
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Khumalo refutes state capture claims
CRIME Intelligence head Dumisani Khumalo yesterday dismissed a suggestion that he was involved in a project of state capture when he was arrested last year with six of his colleagues over the appointment of an official in his division.
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January 17, 2026
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A toast to connection, not excess
The city of Durban on the east coast of South Africa has a great slogan over this holiday season: ‘Durban - the warmest place to be’.
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January 17, 2026
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Cultural event promises music, art, community experience
CAPE Town is set to host a significant cultural gathering as Sheer City launches its inaugural edition on Saturday, 17-18 January 2026.
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January 17, 2026
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Thousands of top students locked out of universities
THE euphoria following one of the country’s best-ever matric pass rates has been tempered by the harsh reality that high marks do not guarantee a place at university.
3 min |
January 17, 2026
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Understanding the roots of intimate partner violence
ALCOHOL abuse, jealousy, childhood abuse, and anger of having absent fathers are some of the issues that are driving South African men to commit intimate partner violence (IPV), a University of the Western Cape (UWC) study conducted among male offenders has found.
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January 17, 2026
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Baartman left in the dark after T20 World Cup snub
WHEN Shukri Conrad first took over the Test side, one of the standout qualities his players praised was the clarity and honesty he brought to the team environment.
2 min |
January 17, 2026
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How leaders can guide first 30 days back at work
JANUARY has a strange way of holding two truths at once.
3 min |
January 17, 2026
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Why more people are cutting ties to those closest to them
FAMILIES are becoming increasingly estranged. Siblings stop speaking to one another, and in some cases, parents and children disown each other altogether.
4 min |
January 17, 2026
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Leaders can't afford to shut down the internet forever
AS CITIZENS around the world prepared to welcome the new year, Iranians began taking to the streets to protest their country’s deepening economic crisis.
2 min |
January 17, 2026
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How to tell if it's time for a career pivot
MOST people never change careers, which is remarkable when you consider how little information most of us had when we chose our first one.
3 min |
January 17, 2026
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SWALLOWED
19 dead, billions in damages as relentless rain floods homes, schools and clinics
4 min |
January 17, 2026
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Dainfern College Class of 2025 extends perfect pass record into 24th year
DAINFERN College is celebrating the exceptional IEB National Senior Certificate results achieved by its Class of 2025.
1 min |
January 17, 2026
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A chilling reminder for vulnerable populations
THE new year dawns with a chilling reminder of the precarious state of justice for South Africa's most vulnerable populations, particularly women and children.
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January 17, 2026
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'Not a one-hit wonder' - Petersen sets tone as Chiefs begin Nedbank Cup defence
KAIZER Chiefs captain Brandon Petersen says the club's focus has shifted from ending a drought to protecting a standard, as Amakhosi prepare to defend their Nedbank Cup title following Thursday's draw against Stellenbosch FC.
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January 17, 2026
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Pead, Hlekani get first starts for Lions, Van Wyk back for physical clash with Perpignan
JUNIOR Springbok stars Batho Hlekani and Hashim Pead will enjoy their first starts for the Lions in tonight’s Challenge Cup pool game against Perpignan in the south of France, kickoff is at 7.30pm (SA time).
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January 17, 2026
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Five in court over alleged R2.3m Polokwane water tender fraud
FIVE people accused of defrauding a company of more than R2.3 million in a municipal water project tender appeared in the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court this week, following an investigation by the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks).
1 min |
January 17, 2026
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Ceasefire in phase 2 despite disputes
A US-BACKED plan to end the war in Gaza has entered its second phase despite unresolved disputes between Israel and Hamas over alleged ceasefire violations and issues unaddressed in the first stage.
4 min |
January 17, 2026
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EV transition accelerates in SA as Eastern Cape invests R11.4bn
SOUTH Africa is accelerating its electric vehicle (EV) transition, with dozens of charging stations being installed nationwide by both public and private players.
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January 17, 2026
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Watchdogs recover R60m in fines and refunds
AS last year drew to a close, two key rulings dealing with consumer rights were handed down: one by the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) and another by the National Consumer Tribunal.
3 min |
January 17, 2026
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2026's most-booked travel destinations revealed
WITH 2026 now officially underway, travel enthusiasts are busy planning their next adventures.
4 min |
January 17, 2026
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Still reeling from the 'His & Hers' twist? Five limited series with endings you'll never see coming
IF YOUR jaw is still firmly on the floor after that His & Hers finale, you’re not alone.
2 min |
January 17, 2026
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Oosthuizen embraces LIV Golf’s 72-hole shift
AT 43, Louis Oosthuizen relished the unique three-round format while captaining the Southern Guards in the LIV Golf League.
1 min |
January 17, 2026
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Class of 2025 risks being remembered as another missed opportunity
Drawing from his experience as a student leader, Mathabatha Malete said uncertainty is one of the most pressing challenges facing matriculants.
2 min |
January 17, 2026
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Egypt, Nigeria chase redemption after semi-final heartbreak
AS THE curtains prepare to fall on AFCON 2025, Egypt and Nigeria find themselves in a position neither team anticipated: grappling for pride in the third-place playoff at Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca today.
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