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@thesouthafrican Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:52:23

Two players miss R45 million PowerBall jackpot by ONE number

Two of South Africa's biggest lottery draws went unwon this week. Here's what happens next, and how much is now on the table ...

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@thesouthafrican Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:05:04

New Home Affairs office officially opens in Pretoria

Home Affairs Minister Dr Leon Schreiber has officially opened the Department of Home Affairs' new office at Centurion Mall in Pretoria.

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@thesouthafrican Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:28:01

South African trade surplus quadrupled in June

The South African trade surplus quadrupled to R17.8 billion in June from a revised R4.4 billion surplus in May.

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@thesouthafrican Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:36:33

Betway Premiership: Kick-off time in every Week 1 fixture this weekend

The wait is over as the 2026/27 Betway Premiership season gets underway this weekend. Who's your money on for the title?

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@thesouthafrican Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:40:37

WATCH: Banyana star sparks online storm after swearing at supporters

Banyana Banyana defender Bambanani Mbane has sparked outrage after a viral TikTok Live in which she appeared to swear at supporters.

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@thesouthafrican Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:50:30

Jennifer Aniston, 57, shows off incredible figure during yacht getaway in Mallorca (Video)

Jennifer Aniston proved age is just a number during a luxury getaway in Spain, squeezing in a workout between sunbathing and swimming.

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@thesouthafrican Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:00:00

PowerBall jackpot: Everything you need to know before Friday's draw

Friday's PowerBall jackpot has climbed to R52 million, with PowerBall Xtra adding a further R24 million to the pot.

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@thesouthafrican Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:38:52

The shops offering pensioner discounts and deals in South Africa

To get through the month, older persons need deals. These are the shops, butcheries, and malls offering pensioner discounts.

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@thesouthafrican Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:52:19

South Africa once had an antelope that shimmered blue. Now, its story is coming to classrooms for free

A look at the first large African mammal lost to recorded extinction also arrives as a free lesson for middle and high school classrooms.

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@thesouthafrican Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:08:27

Thousands of 'Cape Crusaders' welcome All Blacks to Cape Town (videos)

An estimated 4 000 South African "Cape Crusaders" supporters turned out at Cape Town Stadium on Friday to give the All Blacks a warm welcome.

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@thesouthafrican Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:07:56

WEATHER: Damaging interior winds expected in one province until Sunday

Planning a Saturday outing? Here is what to expect from the weather across KZN, Free State and North West this weekend.

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@thesouthafrican Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:15:00

The PowerBall and PowerBall XTRA results for Friday, 31 July 2026

Today's PowerBall jackpot stands at an estimated R52 million, while the PowerBall XTRA offers an estimated R24 million.

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@thesouthafrican Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:20:07

Eskom announces a 14-hour power outage in Gauteng on Monday

Eskom has confirmed a lengthy electricity supply interruption for parts of Gauteng, with maintenance work set to affect an entire day.

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@citizen Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:25:28

[UPDATE] N1 bus horror crash in Free State: Scores dead, dozens injured

Provincial authorities confirmed a bus accident on the N1 north has left at least 11 people dead.

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@citizen Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:40:00

Will Tetelestai rehab centre director turn state witness?

Blokker allegedly invested around R1.5 million in KZN recovery centre described by former patients as site of forced abductions.

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@citizen Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:53:47

Zuma's MK party tables Bill to dismantle and scrap top anti-corruption unit

Idac is under intense public scrutiny following the dramatic resignation of its head, Advocate Andrea Johnson.

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@citizen Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:00:00

Driving licence extension ends years of renewal frustration

Authorities yet to confirm whether new term carries over to existing cards or only kicks in once card is renewed after drawn out process.

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@citizen Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:12:57

Security officer fighting for life after Durban CBD shooting

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

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@citizen Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:20:00

Unisa ex-registrar disputes e-mail used against him

Email allegedly circulated internally with the subject 'Below is proof of people Mothata sent' before forwarding to attorneys as evidence.

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@citizen Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:36:11

Parliament slams non‑payment of journalists at Daily Dispatch and Herald

Staff at some of the oldest news publications in the country are deeply worried about their futures and financial security.