South Africa News in English

January 9, 2026

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Good morning! It’s 9th January, and here’s your South Africa daily news capsule.

Donald Trump withdraws the US from key UN bodies, raising concerns about international relations.

Severe storm warnings issued for five provinces in South Africa as Gauteng braces for storms.

Three taxi operators arrested in Musina for intimidating police officers, set to appear in court.

Protests erupt in Minneapolis after an ICE officer fatally shoots a woman, sparking community outrage.

Crime expert warns that public claims could jeopardize ongoing investigations, including the Joslin Smith case.

Kouga Municipality issues evacuation orders as wildfires wreak havoc in the Eastern Cape region.

China's top diplomat tours Africa, focusing on strategic trade routes and strengthening ties.

South Africans face a R76 billion mistake as Nersa consults on Eskom's proposed tariff hike.

Volvo recalls 372 EX30 electric cars in South Africa due to fire risk concerns.

Morocco under pressure as hosts prepare for the Africa Cup of Nations amid high expectations.

Arsenal and Liverpool set for an exciting Premier League clash, promising late drama and rivalry.

NASA's X-ray spacecraft reveals the violent history of the Milky Way's supermassive black hole.

Self-hypnosis shows promise in reducing menopausal hot flushes, according to a Texas study.

Urgent need for innovative methods to develop new medicines highlighted by recent health studies.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!

This audio and transcript are generated using AI from publicly available news sources.

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