44+ min ago (175+ words) Home " 25 November 2025: "Xi and Trump hold talks over the phone" and other world headlines Here are all the stories that made the headlines on front pages of newspapers worldwide on Tuesday, 25 November 2025. Have a read" Here are the stories that made headlines on the front pages of newspapers worldwide on Tuesday, 25 November 2025. Orlando Pirates return to action this week with another crucial Betway Premiership fixture as they host Chippa United at the Orlando Stadium. Ramaphosa has signed a proclamation authorising the SIU to investigate the SA Tourism over maladministration allegations. Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Teenage Hadebe plans to gift Scott Sakupwanya the Lionel Messi jersey he received after facing Inter Miami. The fight against piracy often focuses on arrests and lost revenue, but consumers see it as a threat only to big broadcasters. In reality, as PAP warns, piracy harms…...

46+ min ago (516+ words) Home " BAD news awaits South Africa's motorists NEXT WEEK South Africans gearing up for the festive season may need to brace themselves for unwelcome news at the pumps, with early data suggesting a significant fuel price increase in early December. December, typically a period of holiday travel, family visits and increased spending, may instead bring added financial strain as both petrol and diesel prices appear poised for another sharp rise. The expected hikes come at a time when many households are already battling higher living costs. Industry experts warn that the anticipated increase is being fuelled by a combination of volatile international oil prices, a weaker rand, and global supply constraints " all of which are placing upward pressure on South Africa's fuel pricing system. The situation looks especially grim for diesel vehicle owners, who are projected to face far steeper…...

59+ min ago (808+ words) Home " LIVE | Betway Premiership: Orlando Pirates vs Chippa United Orlando Pirates return to action this week with another crucial Betway Premiership fixture as they host Chippa United at the Orlando Stadium on Tuesday. Kick-off is at 19:30. It's a welcome return to league action for the Buccaneers following a lengthy pause brought on by the international break. They are back playing in front of their home crowd, having navigated back-to-back league fixtures on the road prior to the recent hiatus. A potential banana peel stands between them and another three points in midweek as they host a Chippa outfit determined to cause an upset after finding themselves in unwanted territory early on in the season. A permanent fixture in top flight football for over a decade, Chippa's standing on the elite level of South African football has come under threat during…...

1+ hour, 41+ min ago (428+ words) Home " Ramaphosa authorises SIU to investigate SA Tourism'board Ramaphosa has signed a proclamation authorising the SIU to investigate the SA Tourism over maladministration allegations. President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a proclamation authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate the South African Tourism (SA Tourism) Board over maladministration allegations. This investigation will focus on the alleged irregular media buying contracts and payments for undelivered services at SA Tourism. The proclamation covers allegations of unlawful and improper conduct that occurred between March 2020 and November 2025. The SIU plans to probe the allegations of the procurement of media buying services linked with three particular invoices and purchase orders, along with payments made for services that were not rendered. The Spokesperson for the Special Investigating Unit, Kaizer Kganyago, revealed that the unit will assess whether the procurement adhered to the internal manuals, policies, and…...

1+ hour, 45+ min ago (551+ words) Home " Just earned, already gone: Hadebe gives away his new Lionel Messi jersey Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Teenage Hadebe plans to gift Scott Sakupwanya the Lionel Messi jersey he received after facing Inter Miami. Warriors defender and former Kaizer Chiefs centre-back Teenage Hadebe has announced that he will hand over the Lionel Messi jersey he received after an MLS playoff match to Zimbabwean businessman Scott Sakupwanya. Hadebe, who now plays for FC Cincinnati, faced Inter Miami on Sunday night in the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Eastern Conference Semifinals. Although Cincinnati's campaign ended with a heavy 40 defeat, the Zimbabwean star still enjoyed one of the most unforgettable moments of his career. He swapped shirts with eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi at full-time. Messi opened the scoring in the 19th minute with a close-range header before Inter Miami added three more goals between…...

2+ hour, 7+ min ago (312+ words) Home " Here's the PowerBall jackpot figure for Tuesday, 25 November 2025 The PowerBall jackpot is at an estimated R51 million, with the next draw set to take place on Tuesday, 25 November. In addition, the PowerBall Plus jackpot on Tuesday night boasts a jackpot of R6 million. The PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws will be broadcast live at 20:58, with the winning numbers published shortly thereafter on official ITHUBA platforms as well as The South African. Lottery players are reminded to purchase tickets before the cut-off time and to play responsibly. Buy your tickets now at your nearest participating retailer, on our website by visiting national lottery.co.za using your computer or mobile site, via the National Lottery Mobile App, or participating banks, namely FNB, ABSA, Nedbank, Standard Bank, Capitec, TymeBank and African Bank otherwise dial 1207529# for USSD. For more details and to verify the…...

2+ hour, 8+ min ago (289+ words) Home " Orlando Pirates news wrap: Title banana skin, Mbule criticism News wrap on 25 November. Today's Orlando Pirates news wrap looks at a tricky upcoming fixture and some mixed responses to Sipho Mbule's stint so far. Pirates can take themselves to the summit of the Betway Premiership by winning their two games in hand before Sundowns play next. Will Mbule play a vital role? The response to Mbule's mini renaissance at Pirates is still mixed. Yes, a pair of assists against Zambia in a friendly is a good sign, but in the grand scheme of things, it's a meaningless football match, and Mbule has yet to register a goal or an assist for his new club. As with most talented players, the 27-year-old is dividing opinion. One reader said this: "Mbule isn't a Master Chef; he would probably burn water" Mbule…...

2+ hour, 9+ min ago (456+ words) Home " Takealot holds strong against Amazon in its "path to profitability" Takealot"s recent performance has allowed the e-commerce giant to outperform the likes of Amazon in South Africa. It"s been 18 months since Amazon launched in South Africa, going head-to-head with homegrown e-commerce giant Takealot. As such, there were expectations that the American online retail platform would outperform and outclass its South African counterpart. In reality, Takealot has held its own against Amazon, so much so that it still remains a favourite among local consumers, as illustrated by its recent performance. According to their parent company Naspers, which recently released its financial performance for the six months ending on 30 September 2025, the Takealot Group has achieved significant growth. Per MyBroadband, Naspers said: The Takealot Group delivered a strong performance for the first half of FY26, achieving substantial growth and a marked…...

2+ hour, 22+ min ago (527+ words) Home " Is Walmart ACTUALLY cheaper than other South African retailers? Walmart has officially opened its first South African store " but are things really as cheap as they're made out to be? Walmart has officially entered the South African retail market, opening its first store on 22 November 2025 at Clearwater Mall in Johannesburg. The launch marks a major step for the global giant, which has come in with one clear message: lower everyday prices. But is Walmart actually cheaper than its South African competitors? Andrea Albright, Walmart International's chief growth officer, said the opening is about more than expansion. She said the company aims to help customers save money without relying on short-term promotions or fluctuating prices. To test that claim, BusinessTech used a nine-item grocery basket to compare prices at Walmart, Woolworths, Checkers, Pick n Pay and SPAR. The items compared…...

2+ hour, 58+ min ago (343+ words) Home " Extreme heat and fire danger alert issued for Western Cape The Western Cape prepares for extreme heat in the interior and high fire danger risks, while coastal districts remain mostly clear. The Western Cape faces a day of intense heat across its western interior, with temperatures soaring into the 40s and high fire danger conditions prompting an official alert. While coastal areas remain cool, inland towns may experience hazardous conditions linked to dry air and hot winds. Forecaster Phemelo Zonke said the province will enjoy largely stable weather, but the fire dangers cannot be ignored. "The Western Cape will be mostly clear, with very hot conditions over the western interior and high fire danger in some areas," Zonke explained. The South African Weather Service issued a warning about the potential for runaway veld fires due to strong, dry winds. Zonke…...