mg.co.za

@mailandguardian Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:00:00

Local polls call for decorum and fair debate

Politicians' conduct in parliament, media and public forums shapes not only the tone of electioneering but also the very fabric of democratic trust and social cohesion

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mg.co.za

@mailandguardian Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:00:00

Flags at half‐mast as Durban remembers giants

The prestigious Mount Edgecombe Estate, home to one of South Africa's iconic golf courses, honoured long-standing resident, former club captain and high‐handicap golfer Kiruban Dhanpal Naidoo

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mg.co.za

@mailandguardian Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:00:00

SA mourns Mosiuoa "Terror" Lekota

The Congress of the People co-founder was lauded for his principled positions 'even in the face of criticism and humiliation' and for being outspoken against corruption

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mg.co.za

@mailandguardian Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:05:00

Standing in her own name

This reflective review revisits the political courage and quiet influence that made Sally Motlana indispensable to the liberation struggle

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africanews.com

@africanews Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:17:54

South Sudan: Army to try soldiers over civilian massacre

At least 25 civilians, including women and children, were killed in Ayod County in Jonglei state on February 21, according to the opposition

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:42:32

All SA Rugby awards: Marvellous Marx bags big prize

Springbok hooker Malcolm Marx capped off fantastic 2025 season when he scooped the prestigious SA Rugby Men's Player of the Year Award.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:18:11

Mngqithi sees something others may be missing

Golden Arrows head coach Manqoba Mngqithi says Mamelodi Sundowns will edge Orlando Pirates in the Betway Premiership title race.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:30:00

Malcolm Marx named SA Rugby Player of the Year for 2025: All the winners

The Springboks and their coach Rassie Erasmus were also winners after a stellar 2025 season.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:58:46

'How do you get in?': Inside bizarre Cape Town rental apartment [video]

A loft apartment in Sea Point, Cape Town has gone viral for all the wrong reasons. Take a look inside the bizarre space...

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:00:00

WEATHER: Braces for severe thunderstorms, hail, heavy rain

The South African Weather Service has warned of serious thunderstorms across the country on Friday, 6 March.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:33:08

Orlando Pirates workhorse joins elite 300 club

Betway Premiership leaders Orlando Pirates have celebrated Deon Hotto's 300-match milestone.

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africanews.com

@africanews Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:01:44

Lebanon's displaced scramble for shelter as Israel threatens more attacks

More than 83,000 people have been displaced in Lebanon after fleeing heavy Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon and Beirutâ s southern suburbs

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:08:17

Zimbabwe hikes fuel prices as global oil tensions bite

Zimbabwe has increased fuel prices after the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) announced new petrol and diesel rates.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:12:23

Key Chiefs player to continue disappearance from squad

Kaizer Chiefs face time without one of the most dependable players in goalkeeper Brandon Petersen after surgery.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:05:18

'From the balcony to the world' – Major League DJz celebrate Miami EDM award nomination

The 2026 Miami EDMA winners will be announced later this month.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:14:53

Mashatile defends JCPS strategy as MPs question failures in illegal mining

MPs questioned government failures after West Rand residents fled violence linked to illegal mining gangs.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:33:51

The Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results for Thursday, 5 March 2026

Today's Daily Lotto jackpot stands at an estimated R450 000. If you want to win your share of the jackpot, you have to play!

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:47:05

Chiefs legend Khune points one problem inside the dressing room

Kaizer Chiefs' legendary former goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune believes there's uncertainty facing Amakhosi players in terms of the coaching set up.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:51:22

Woolworths troll McDonalds after THAT burger video fail [watch]

Nando's 2.0? Woolworths has trolled McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski's viral video of him struggling to eat a burger off the menu.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:23:21

Benni rules himself out of Bafana job BUT names one candidate

Benni McCarthy has ruled himself out of the Bafana Bafana coaching job but but has backed one local coach to take over from Broos.