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@thesouthafrican Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:35:00

The Daily Lotto results for Sunday, 2 August 2026

Today's Daily Lotto jackpot stands at an estimated R300 000. If you want to win your share of the jackpot, you have to play!

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:00:00

In case you missed it: Expropriation Act case | R1bn Prasa security deal | Women's month

Catch up on the biggest stories this Sunday, 2 August 2026, in our daily news update.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:20:23

Comrades Marathon issues statement after voting to cut ties with KZN Athletics

The Comrades Marathon Association has voted to chart an independent course, with members rejecting re-affiliation to KwaZulu-Natal Athletics.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:30:27

'Certified lovers': Ultimatum SA stars hard launch their relationship

'The Ultimatum South Africa' contestants Siza Dhlamini and Nkateko Mahange have gone IG official, three years after their TV couple match...

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@thesouthafrican Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:34:22

Orlando Pirates give fans BIG reason to visit Mall of Africa

Orlando Pirates supporters have another reason to visit the Mall of Africa in Midrand after the club officially opened a brand-new retail store.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:41:53

Antonio van Wyk on why he returned from Europe to join Sundowns

Antonio van Wyk abandoned the dream of playing in Europe to return home and sign with Sundowns, and here is why...

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:49:25

21-year-old allegedly killed by stepfather while protecting mother

A 21-year-old Free State man was allegedly stabbed to death while protecting his mother. Police have arrested his 42-year-old stepfather.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:42:46

WEATHER: Cloudy skies and light rain expected in parts of SA

Starting the week outdoors? See what Monday's weather has in store for KwaZulu Natal, the Free State and North West.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:55:22

Israeli strikes kill 13 in Gaza

A man and his wife were killed and several others were wounded when an Israeli military helicopter struck an apartment.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:57:57

'Take responsibility for yourself!': Self-reliance debate erupts over SASSA reliance

While many called for SASSA to give bigger grants, one argued that South Africans need to stop relying on a shrinking group of taxpayers.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:59:50

Orlando Pirates transfer news: More players set to leave

Orlando Pirates need at least two training grounds to accommodate the current squad, according to coach Abdeslam Ouaddou.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:28:58

Siwelele FC buy shares from rugby side Cheetahs

Siwelele are making big moves behind the scenes after acquiring shares in the Cheetahs to try and strengthen sport in the Free State.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:29:07

Trevor Noah accused of mocking 'refugees' in new campaign

South African comedian Trevor Noah is accused of mocking white, Afrikaner 'refugees' in a new ad campaign...

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@thesouthafrican Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:29:57

WEATHER: Light rain sweeps across parts of SA on Monday

Take a detailed look at what the weather has in store for South Africa's nine provinces this Monday, 3 August 2026.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:08:21

Weather alert: Frost, fog and cool conditions expected on Monday

Find out what the latest weather forecast means for your region on Monday, 3 August 2026.

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africanews.com

@africanews Sun, 02 Aug 2026 09:23:22

Tankers 'waiting for permission' to transit through Strait of Hormuz, Iran says

Iran's semiofficial Fars news agency aired footage Sunday of what it said were vessels "waiting for permission" from Iran to transit through the Strait of Hormuz.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:03:16

Meet the South African All Blacks fan who changed his name

A die-hard All Blacks fan has legally changed his name in support of the New Zealand rugby team. Here are the details...

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@thesouthafrican Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:12:10

'My pension is R2400, my rent is R3700': Pensioner's SASSA struggle exposed

One pensioner broke down their monthly budget, and the shortfall before food or bills even enter the picture is staggering.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:44:05

A petrol price below R14: What will it take?

For decades South Africans never knew a petrol price beyond R14 a litre. What will it take to get back there?

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Sun, 02 Aug 2026 09:46:11

N1 Free State bus crash death toll rises, three dead in KZN taxi-car collision

The death of a Zimbabwean national has pushed the total number of fatalities from the crash to 11.