24 hours in pictures, 23 July 2026

Through the lens: The Citizen's Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.

Orlando Pirates looking to end Spanish tour on a high

"We still have one game, and it will be a tough one again," said Ouaddou.

Sudan's cancer patients struggle with medication costs, power cuts

  Sudan's civil war is believed to have killed hundreds of thousands.

SACP condemns US-Israeli military campaign against Iran

The SACP has condemned the continued United States (US)-Israeli war against Iran.

SARB rate decision: Deloitte warns inflation risks are far from over

The South African Reserve Bank has kept interest rates at 7%. Deloitte warns that transport and fuel costs continue to pose inflation risks.

Orlando Pirates pre-season tour: Two Wins, One Defeat

Orlando Pirates wrap up their pre-season tour of Spain with a final test against Saudi Pro League side NEOM this Friday.

'It's simply unimaginable': Idac's Andrea Johnson grilled over Crime Intelligence probe

The Madlanga commission challenged Idac's assessment of Dineo Mokwele's qualifications.

My first rally experience: A day I'll never forget (PICS)

Join me as I recount my thrilling experience at the Gazoo Racing Legends Rally, where passion meets high-speed action.

U.N. chief says natural resource control and extraction fueling conflict

Secretary-General António Guterres said that the control and exploitation of natural resources are dramatically altering the causes, dynamics, and the outcomes of conflict

Dangote Refinery Secures $2.5 Billion Investment to Expand Africaâ s Fuel Production

Nigeria's Dangote mega-refinery Thursday said it has secured $2.5 billion in investment from private investors to fund its expansion plans, as it widens its refining business to east Africa.

African Trade: Bringing AfCFTA Closer to Local Businesses {Business Africa}

Access to finance also remains a critical obstacle. To address this, the ITC has partnered with Equity Group to expand trade finance for priority sectors while providing entrepreneursâ particularly young business ownersâ with greater access to market intelligence, business support services and regiona

ICC oversight body to vote on fate of Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan

Diplomats from around the world are gathering at United Nations headquarters in New York on Friday, to decide whether to permanently remove from office the embattled chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court.

Walrus makes history becoming first calf to be born in Middle East

SeaWorld Abu Dhabi says Kaya's birth is a huge milestone for the park and the zoological industry.

Public Interest SA calls for IDAC head Andrea Johnson's suspension

The organisation is also seeking a disciplinary investigation into Johnson's conduct.

Witness at Matlala trial says difficult to identify gunmen

Witness in the Matlala attempted murder trial, Bethwell Cele, says he could not see the gunmen.

Consumers warned of possible steep interest rate hike later this year

Some analysts argue that pausing the interest rate hike is a mistake.

DUT hosts Africa's first DataScientia International Symposium

Updated Nissan X-Trail gets more for less than before

Aside from a reworked specification sheet, the X-Trail's price tag has dropped further from the decrease implemented last year.

Oil prices breach 100-dollar mark

Analysts warn that continued conflict in the region threatens vital maritime trade routes.

Trump vows to punish Iran for Houthi attacks in Red Sea

Trump promised on Thursday "major military punishment" for Iran and its Houthi allies