Zimbabwe probes helicopter crash that killed tycoon Chivayo

Wicknell Chivayo, a tycoon close to the ruling ZANU-PF party known for his extravagant displays of wealth, and his wife Lucy Muteke were among the victims, family spokesperson Herbert Chivayo confirmed to ZBC

Blockbuster weekend in ABC Motsepe with Gqeberha derby

The Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League returns for week two with blockbuster fixtures, highlighted by a high-stakes Gqeberha derby between debutants GQ Cavaliers and last season's finalists Old Grey.

KuGompo City loses out to Mpumalanga for Steve Tshwete series launch

The highly anticipated Steve Tshwete Boxing Series will officially get under way in Mpumalanga in November, dashing KuGompo Cityâ s hopes of hosting the tournament launch. Boxing South Africa confirmed the shift to the province housing the namesake municipality, though the Eastern Cape will ultimately stage the series finals in March 2027.

Warriors return 'home' to face Lions

A first YesPlay Pro20 Cup win is in the bag, but Matthew de Villiers knows the Warriors will need to sharpen up when the DP World Lions arrive at St Georgeâ s Park on Sunday.

DA releases names of mayoral candidates as it seeks to make impact in Eastern Cape

The in the Eastern Cape is banking on 10 mayoral candidates to make further inroads into the province, including taking aim at two municipalities where the ANC failed to field candidates ahead of the November 4 local government elections.

Mabuyane takes Malema defamation battle to SCA

Eastern Cape premier and ANC provincial chairperson Oscar Mabuyane is taking his defamation battle against EFF leader Julius Malema to the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA). The high court in KuGompo City on Thursday granted Mabuyane leave to appeal its June judgment dismissing with costs his application against Malema.

NW man gets life sentence for murder of 2-year-old step-grandson while high on crystal meth

Fouche assaulted the defenceless step-grandson while high on crystal methamphetamine on 15 May 2025, causing about 20 blunt-force injuries.

24 hours in pictures: Sibiya in court, Paris school protests and South Korean military display

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

SASSA suspends 56 000 grants in 3 months in warning to recipients

More than 56 000 social grants were suspended by SASSA during the first quarter of the 2026/27 financial year.

East African countries are racing to finish preparations ahead of AFCON 2027

With less than nine months to go before the start of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, host nations Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda are scrambling to finish preparations amid rumours of a potential relocation.

A new digital ID is coming to South Africa — here's how it works

URC: SA team announcements as Springboks return to club duty

A host of Springboks will be involved in URC action as the South African teams look to build on a strong start to the new season.

BIG change for mobile data in SA? But first, a court battle

SA's battle over mobile data costs and unused data is heading to court, with Vodacom and MTN challenging regulations introduced by ICASA.

Bafana star Mbekezeli Mbokazi hailed as MLS's best centre-back

Mbekezeli Mbokazi made an impressive return for Chicago Fire and has now earned glowing praise from MLS.

Cape Town Sevens ticket prices slashed

HSBC SVNS Cape Town Sevens ticket prices have been pegged back to levels last seen before the Covid-19 pandemic.

Gauteng weather: What to expect this weekend

Gauteng weather will shift from warm and dry conditions on Saturday to cooler temperatures, showers and stronger winds on Sunday.

Sharks welcome Springboks back for Leinster clash in URC Round 2

Five Springboks are included in the Sharks team to face defending champions Leinster in Durban in the URC Round 2.

Feather Awards 2026: Dominic Zaca, Credo V Daniels, Grace Mondlana nominated

The 18th Feather Awards nominees are in. We unpack the headlines behind Dominic Zaca, Credo V Daniels and Grace Mondlana's nods, plus what to know about the ceremony.

Sibiya told teen to 'allow him only to have her for himself' after sending explicit pictures, court hears

The bail hearing also heard details of the separate rape allegation involving an 18-year-old woman.

Pitso Mosimane drives youth revolution to build future Bafana Bafana squad

Bafana Bafana head coach Pitso Mosimane is injecting youth into the national team squad while balancing experienced leadership as South Africa builds towards the 2027 AFCON and 2030 FIFA World Cup.