South Africa coach Hugo Broos rejected suggestions his team had regressed after they exited the Africa Cup of Nations in the last 16 against Cameroon on Sunday, and turned his focus towards the approaching World Cup.

Hugo Broos took charge of South Africa after previously leading Cameroon to the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations title and managing clubs across Belgium, Algeria and Turkey. Broos guided South Africa through the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, securing the nation’s return to the tournament.

South Africa’s rand kicked off the new year by climbing to the strongest level since 2022, backed by upbeat South African trends, including continuing economic reforms and rising metals prices.

South Africa have selected wicketkeeper-batter Quinton de Kock, fast bowler Anrich Nortje and all-rounder Jason Smith in their squad for the T20 World Cup to be staged in India and Sri Lanka starting next month,

Private education in South Africa has reached new heights in 2026, with at least 13 schools now charging over R350,000 annually for tuition and boarding. Leading the pack is Hilton College in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, which has cemented its position as the country’s most expensive school.

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At least two people died and about 150 wounded after lightning struck the annual festival in South Africa’s capital Pretoria. Authorities informed that the ones injured were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Cameroon saw off Gabon 1-0 to get underway before drawing 1-1 with Ivory Coast and fighting back to defeat surprise package Mozambique 2-1. South Africa vs Cameroon is scheduled for a 7pm GMT kick-off on Sunday January 4, 2026. That is 8pm local time and in Cameroon, 9pm in South Africa.