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Novak Djokovic, the 34-year-old Serbian tennis star, has been released from detention and can compete in the Australian Grand Slam tournament. Judge Anthony Kelly found unreasonableness in his case and ruled that Djokovic’s visa cancellation order is “quashed” immediately. Djokovic’s can now enter Australia.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the ANC will place a strong focus on the issue of land expropriation without compensation in 2022. Ramaphosa addressed ANC members at the 110th-anniversary celebration this weekend. “The land reform process that we need to embark upon will promote economic development for the benefit of all. The ANC will implement its resolution on the expropriation of land without compensation despite the refusal of other parties in Parliament.”

Friends, family and fans took to social media to mourn the sudden loss of Bob Saget. The 65-year-old actor and comedian died suddenly on Sunday, 09 January. The “Full House” and “Fuller House” star was found dead in a hotel room at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando.

Here are the top trending stories of the day.

Headline: Djokovic wins case in triumphant hearing – BBC 

Headline: More needs to be done for SA’s economic recovery – EWN

Headline: Bob Saget’s Sudden Death Leaves John Stamos ‘Gutted’; Entertainers Pay Tribute – Huffington Post 

Headline: What next for South Africa after the Zondo report has been made public? – Daily Maverick 

Headline: Covid-19: Universities, student bodies could be headed for showdown over vaccination policies – News24 (for subscribers) 

Headline: Kaizer Chiefs complete VITAL new off-field signing! – The South African 

Headline: Best foot forward as you step into the new year – Sowetan Live 

Headline: Family, friends mourn as death toll rises to 10 in Brazil cliff fall tragedy – News24