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@thesouthafrican Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:30:24

Iconic South African businesses that have closed down

There are a handful of South African businesses that will survive long after their doors close.

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@thesouthafrican Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:34:50

'Racism was rife': Netizens reflect on being the only Black learner in class

Netizens reflected on being the only Black learner in class during the 90s in a thought-provoking discussion on Facebook.

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@thesouthafrican Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:55:46

WEATHER: Powerful winds and rain set to hit SA this weekend

Take a detailed look at what the weather has in store for South Africa's nine provinces this Friday, 31 July 2026.

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@thesouthafrican Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:01:19

WEATHER: Showers and rain expected across parts of South Africa

Take a look at what the weather has in store for KwaZulu-Natal, Free State and North West this Friday, 31 July 2026.

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@thesouthafrican Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:03:02

'I sleep without food most nights': Pensioner's grant struggle exposes SASSA shortfall

Pensioners responding to a story on pensioner hardship revealed just how far their monthly grant payout actually stretches.

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@thesouthafrican Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:20:32

Banyana's first married couple take Morocco, where homosexuality is illegal

Banyana's Robyn Moodaly and Gabriela Salgado made history as WAFCON's first married couple in Morocco, where homosexuality is illegal.

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@thesouthafrican Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:25:12

Transfer report: Kaizer Chiefs complete 5th signing

Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly completed the signing of winger Langelihle Phili from Stellenbosch FC. The 21-year-old becomes the club's fifth signing of the current transfer window.

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@thesouthafrican Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:41:12

Bafana Bafana defender completes R75 million move

Scottish Premiership giants Rangers FC have completed the signing of Bafana Bafana defender Olwethu Makhanya from Major League Soccer side Philadelphia Union.

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@thesouthafrican Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:01:56

'I don't wanna lose him': Hunt on Phili potential move to Kaizer Chiefs saga

Stellenbosch FC head coach Gavin Hunt has shared his thoughts on Langelihle' Phili's potential move to Kaizer Chiefs.

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@thesouthafrican Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:25:31

'Increase the working age to 70': South Africans clash over pension age

A single comment about pensioners and retirement age has South Africans divided, with strong reactions pouring in from all sides.

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@thesouthafrican Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:29:43

One dead as Sea Point fire destroys top-floor flat (VIDEO)

A man has died and a firefighter has been injured after a fire ripped through a top-floor apartment in Sea Point on Thursday afternoon.

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@thesouthafrican Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:45:00

The Daily Lotto results for Thursday, 30 July 2026

Today's Daily Lotto jackpot stands at an estimated R480 000. If you want to win your share of the jackpot, you have to play!

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@thesouthafrican Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:59:11

No home: Stellenbosch FC exiled to Durban

Stellenbosch FC will begin their 2026/27 Betway Premiership home campaign away from home.

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@thesouthafrican Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:11:59

FIFA Crisis: UEFA say NO to proposal

UEFA and its 55 member associations have reportedly agreed to boycott all FIFA competitions over plans to sell a stake in the World Cup's commercial rights.

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@thesouthafrican Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:35:11

Report: Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos says NO to SAFA

Bafana Bafana will reportedly part ways with head coach Hugo Broos. The veteran Belgian has declined SAFA's offer to extend his stay beyond the expiry of his current contract.

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