Desperate plight of refugees on Durban's Che Guevara Road

Woman fights nephew's R523k death benefit despite receiving R1.9m from late brother's insurance

No penalty shoot-out in the World Cup final, please

With so much at stake, the final might be boring... and end in a penalty shoot-out.

BYD prices Shark Performance as South Africa's new most powerful bakkie

Revealed in Australia back in April, the Performance swaps the now newly named Premium's 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine for a 2.0-litre unit.

ABC, NBC, CNN do not air Trump's election-security speech live

The speech focused on election security, four months before the critical midterm elections.

NPA accused of failing to prosecute cases despite evidence

A North West ANC leader claims corruption cases have stalled despite investigations by the Hawks.

Escape to China's Mysterious Guizhou and enjoy a cool 23°C summer retreat.

GUIZHOU, CHINA Media OutReach Newswire 17 July 2026 Direct flights now connect Malaysia and Guizhou, complemented by visa-free policies between China and Malaysia. Travelers can easily reach Guiyang from Kuala Lumpur in four hours and stay for up to 30 days per visit. With its cool climate, convenient transport, and favorable policies, The post Escape to China's Mysterious Guizhou and enjoy a cool 23°C summer retreat. appeared first on SurgeZirc SA.

IEC proposes tough new rules to curb election disinformation

The additional code was introduced to counter the deliberate spread of falsehoods during the upcoming local government elections.

School calendar: When does term 3 start in 2026?

Parents and pupils across the country should mark their diaries as the school calendar shifts into its third term.

Eskom announces a 12-hour power outage in Gauteng on Sunday

Several Gauteng suburbs face hours without power this weekend as Eskom carries out essential network upgrades.

Spain battles major Aragon wildfire amid heatwave

Spain has deployed more than 400 firefighters and 19 aircraft to combat a fast-moving wildfire in the northeastern region of Aragon after flames swept across around 7,600 hectares by 16 July.

Rubikâ s Cube stars shine at European speedcubing event in the Netherlands

More than 1,000 speedcubers from 53 countries are competing in Arnhem, the Netherlands, from 16 to 19 July 2026. Events range from blindfolded solves to solving while wearing oven gloves.

Pensioners reveal the R50 rule that could cost you your SASSA grant

A small deposit into your bank account could be all it takes to lose your monthly payout, SASSA pensioners warn.

'We paid taxes for 65 years': Pensioners demand pension recognition

Longtime taxpayers say they're excluded from government pensions while others receive grants without ever contributing.

Seputla Sebogodi's last days: Sickness, fear, and cyberbullying

Veteran actor Seputla Sebogodi - known for his TV role as 'Kenneth Mashaba' - suffered sickness and social media taunts in his last days.

'Give pensioners R5000': Beneficiaries demand SASSA old-age grant overhaul

Old age grant beneficiaries say the current pension amount can't keep up with rising costs, and they want government to act.

Civil rights groups oppose meeting between Macky Sall and President Diomaye

A group condemning the repression under former President Macky Sallâ s rule in Senegal has spoken out against his arrival in Dakar on Friday to meet the Senegalese Head of State, as part of his campaign to lead the UN.

Algerian prime minister visits survivors after deadly fire at orphanage

Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb speaks with survivors after a fire burning at an orphanage in the country's capital has killed at least 11 people, including children, according to authorities.

IDAC considering Khumalo's suggestion for interview panel questioned

Brian Padayachee's charge sheet alleges that Khumalo constituted the panel.

Three reasons why Kaizer Chiefs could win the league this coming season

Here are three reasons why Kaizer Chiefs could emerge as genuine league contenders. History is on their side but can they follow the script?