Victor Mothemela announced as ActionSA's Polokwane mayoral candidate

 ActionSA says the party is confident in the new mayoral candidate.

Man accused of killing girlfriend in Soweto appears in court after fleeing to North West

Phakathi appeared before the Orlando Magistrate's Court facing a murder charge after his 37-year-old girlfriend was found stabbed in Soweto.

Currie Cup result: Lions score late try to draw with Sharks

The home team scored four tries to the visitors' three.

SIU to probe generator tender at Theewaterskloof municipality

President Cyril Ramaphosa has authorised the SIU to look into the allegations occurring between 1 October 2022 and 21 August 2026.

Former world boxing champion Zolani Tete shot and killed

His suspension expired on 29 July, paving the way for the former champion to resume his boxing career.

Algerian police seize 33 kg of cocaine in major drug bust

Algerian police released video on Thursday reportedly showing the results of a major drug bust. Police said they seized some 33 kilos of cocaine and more than 10 million capsules of the psychotropic substance pregabalin.

Man turns gas stove into DJ deck on moving bakkie, TikTok erupts – WATCH

A South African man goes viral after spinning imaginary beats on gas stove atop a moving bakkie, proving locals' creativity knows no bounds.

Daily Lotto results: Friday, 21 August 2026

A R500 000 jackpot is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto results for 21 August 2026.

Two arrested with R2mln illicit cigarettes at Groblersbrug Port

Police in Limpopo have intercepted a truck carrying illicit cigarettes worth over R2 million

WEATHER: Strong winds with light rain expected in THESE parts of SA

Take a detailed look at what the weather has in store for South Africa's nine provinces this Saturday, 22 August 2026.

The PowerBall and PowerBall XTRA results for Friday, 21 August 2026

Today's PowerBall jackpot stands at an estimated R95 million, while the PowerBall XTRA offers an estimated R17 million.

WEATHER: Strong winds expected this weekend

Planning a Saturday outing? Here is what to expect from the weather across KZN, Free State and North West this weekend.

The Daily Lotto results for Friday, 21 August 2026

Today's Daily Lotto jackpot stands at an estimated R500 000. If you want to win your share of the jackpot, you have to play!

Who will light up Ellis Park in first Test? Eight players to watch in Boks v All Blacks clash

Match-winners and game-changers ... who'll come out on top on Saturday?

PowerBall and PowerBall Xtra results: Friday, 21 August 2026 [WATCH]

R112 million in jackpots are up for grabs! Here are your PowerBall and PowerBall Xtra results for 21 August 2026.

Jouberton residents lament lack of access to justice

A court building in Jouberton is still under construction years after its supposed completion date

Alleged mastermind questions accused three in Lusikisiki mass murders

The alleged mastermind in Lusikisiki massacre has cross-examined accused number three.

KZN teen arrested after alleged arson attempt at Siphapheme High

A 16-year-old pupil has since been arrested and charged with arson.

How the India-South Africa startup session is paving the way for cross-border innovation

Johannesburg clears R5.25bn Eskom debt in full, averting threat to power supply