South Africa News in English

January 24, 2026

AI Generated Audio News Capsule

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Good morning! It’s 24th January, and here’s your South Africa daily news capsule.

City of Joburg finally raids ‘guesthouse’ after years of complaints about hijacked buildings.

Western Cape faces double disaster with lower rainfall and increased fires as crisis looms.

Floods in Mozambique damage over 5,000 kilometers of roads, disrupting vital supply chains.

Investec CEO warns South Africa’s ‘anti-American’ image needs urgent repair after Davos meetings.

Lawyers across South Africa rally to defend Kariega SPCA as eviction threatens its future.

Mali’s president strengthens control over gold amid ongoing disputes with Barrick Gold.

South Africa's legendary captain reveals exciting future plans following a successful career.

Employees at an Eastern Cape auto agency level serious allegations against their employer.

SA Weather Service issues heatwave warning for two provinces as summer temperatures soar.

Research reveals how plant compounds may help in the fight against cancer, offering new hope.

Scientists race to resurrect Australia’s ‘zombie tree’ amid environmental concerns.

South Africa set to witness a solar eclipse next month, forming a rare 'Ring of Fire'.

Weekly measles and rubella report shows concerning trends in public health across the nation.

Rand strengthens as it eyes R16 to the dollar amid easing geopolitical tensions.

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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