africanews.com

@africanews Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:25:30

Guinea-Bissau's electoral commission says conditions for December polls not met

The announcement has left the planned December legislative and presidential elections, meant to restore civilian rule, in limbo.

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africanews.com

@africanews Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:57:41

Over 20,000 Palestinian students and education workers killed in Gaza war

More than 20,000 Palestinian students and education workers have been killed since the war began, according to the Palestinian Education Ministry.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:23:20

Harmer expects Australia to 'give it all they've got' in Durban Test

Harmer says SA expect Australia to give it all they've got when the first test gets underway.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:22:24

WEATHER: Isolated showers and thundershowers expected in THESE parts of SA

Take a detailed look at what the weather has in store for South Africa's nine provinces this Friday, 9 October 2026.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:33:43

Want a happier marriage? Try this simple habit together

Want a stronger marriage? A new study found couples who follow one simple habit together reported better communication.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:24:12

AKA-Tibz murder trial: Three police witnesses testify on gun allegedly linked to Eddie Myeza

The witnesses were grilled over arrest, search and firearm evidence in the AKA-Tibz murder trial.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:42:34

24 hours in pictures: Durban anti-immigration protest, Proteas training and more

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

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:00:46

Protests break out in Soweto, several vehicles torched

"The JMPD warns of active road closures. Motorists have been advised to avoid certain areas."

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:49:51

WATCH: Wicknell Chivayo and wife Lucy Muteke's funeral proceedings

Watch live as Zimbabwean businessman Chivayo and his wife Lucy are laid to rest at Sahwira Glen Forest Memorial Park in Harare.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:06:56

Rent for a home in Manenberg just reached R11 000

Cape Town's property market may even make areas like Manenberg too expensive for some Capetonians.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:11:23

Weather: Brace for rain and thundershowers on Friday

Take a look at what the weather has in store for KwaZulu-Natal, Free State and North West this Friday, 9 October 2026.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:01:17

Temba will have a point to prove in SA20, says Capitals' Pollock

The national Test and ODI captain was the last purchase at the season five SA20 player auction.

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africanews.com

@africanews Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:32:52

World anti-doping body seeks tough stance from Kenya ahead of championship

WADA urged it to strive for a zero tolerance of drugs in sports as it prepares to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships.

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africanews.com

@africanews Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:44:25

Ethiopian drones strike Eritrean forces near Adigrat

Tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea are escalating with fears of a new regional war growing. Ethiopian drones have reportedly struck Eritrean forces near Adigrat, a city in northern Tigray, according to conflict monitors and witnesses.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:17:08

Public Protector flags concerns at Charlotte Maxeke Hospital

Gcaleka elaborates on repair work at the hospital, which was damaged by a fire in 2021.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:20:30

Mourners gather in Mamelodi for murdered twins' memorial service

The twin boys were found with multiple stab wounds by their mother.

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theherald.co.za

@heraldlive Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:57:23

Running in footsteps of SA's greatest athletes

As athletes tackle the BCMM Athletic Club's 10km race along East London's scenic beachfront, they run in the historic footsteps of legendary road runners who broke records on the very same shores.

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theherald.co.za

@heraldlive Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:58:00

Regional racing returns to Aldo Scribante Raceway

Round 7 of the Algoa Motorsport Club Regional and Club Championship arrives at Aldo Scribante Raceway, featuring intense title fights in modified saloons, classic cars, motorcycles, and endurance racing.

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theherald.co.za

@heraldlive Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:58:18

Rookie Henry named in Wallabies midfield to face All Blacks

Australia coach Les Kiss has handed rookie Isaac Henry a start at outside centre and kept Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii on the wing as the Wallabies chase history against the All Blacks at Eden Park.

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theherald.co.za

@heraldlive Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:59:00

Rabada absence puts focus on Nortje

Kagiso Rabada has been ruled out of the opening Test against Australia at Kingsmead, paving the way for fast bowler Anrich Nortje to provide the X-factor as South Africa begins its title defence.