24 hours in pictures, 25 June 2026

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

City of Cape Town cancels R100m Eye in the Sky project amid scrutiny

Basic Education threatens legal action after Tshwane cuts power and water to head office over R104 million schools dept

Transfer News: Kaizer Chiefs announce third player goodbye

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed that defender Happy Mashiane has left the club after both parties agreed to terminate his contract.

WEATHER: Deadly mix of rain and dense fog sparks traffic chaos across South Africa

Take a detailed look at what the weather has in store for South Africa's nine provinces this Friday, 26 June 2026.

PSL club releases former Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns stars

Sekhukhune United have confirmed the departure of six players, including former Orlando Pirates midfielder Thabang Monare and ex-Mamelodi Sundowns defender Rivaldo Coetzee. The Limpopo-based club announced that it will not renew the contracts of the six players as preparations continue for the 2026/27 season. SEKHUKHUNE UNITED CONFIRM SIX EXITS In an official statement, Sekhukhune United

BaaBaas game offers opportunity for Faf, Koch

The ageing Springboks will see the Barbarians-Wales match as an opportunity after missing selection in the initial Nations Championship squad.

African Bank reports R624 million interim loss

African Bank has reported a decline in earnings, hit by rising bad debt.

New UCT research links household air pollution to premature births and low birth weight

Foro Italico frenzy: Rafael Jodar's win caps historic attendance day in Rome

Friday marked a record day at the Internazionali BNL d'Italia, after the tournament made history by selling 30 703 tickets.

Court orders TotalEnergies to account for environmental impact of oil and gas products

A Paris court has ordered French oil giant TotalEnergies to report the environmental consequences of emissions from its oil and gas products and explain how it plans to address them.

World Health Organization announces trial of two potential Ebola treatments

They will begin next week in the DR Congo to see whether two antivirals can help reduce mortality in patients with the rare Bundibugyo strain of the virus.

ANC defends Parly Speaker's stance to not oppose Ramaphosa interdict

 ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula said that Didiza has taken the correct stance.

WEATHER: Fog inland with isolated showers expected

Take a look at what the weather has in store for KwaZulu-Natal, Free State and North West this Friday, 26 June 2026.

Tshwane to implement a 28-hour water interruption in these areas

Tshwane has announced a planned water supply interruption affecting two industrial areas, and residents need to know what to expect.

Thousands feared dead following two powerful earthquakes in Venezuela

As pledges of aid pour in from around the world, acting President Delcy RodrÃguez has declared a state of emergency.

Gauteng e-toll debt remains major constraint: Dunga

Dunga says the structural challenges facing the finances of the province demand bold action.

SA government legitimising anti-migrant vigilantes, experts warn

SA government's actions to deal with immigration tensions have emboldened vigilante groups

Another man killed in Durban shooting a day after Pinetown man's death

FIFA to pay over R50 million to Mamelodi Sundowns

Mamelodi Sundowns are set to receive an estimated R56.15 million from FIFA after Bafana Bafana secured qualification for the second round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.