Six months into Iran War there is no end in sight to the conflict

As life continues in Iran despite economic hardship, the war has settled into a stalemate with mediated talks failing to produce a peace deal.

Ferry breakdown leaves Robben Island visitors stranded before return to Cape Town

Why these 5 cars dominate Zimbabwean roads but are rarely seen in South Africa

Discover why certain cars dominate Zimbabwean roads but are rarely seen in South Africa, from Japanese imports to fuel-efficient models.

â We only tried to save our livesâ : Algerians survey wildfire devastation

Authorities recorded nearly 2,000 fires across Algeria in July alone, underscoring the growing challenge facing communities already vulnerable to extreme heat and dry conditions.

Israeli strikes hit Gaza shelters, killing four amid deteriorating camp conditions

Israeli strikes killed at least four people in Gaza, hitting a tent shelter and worsening conditions in overcrowded camps plagued by pests and poor sanitation.

Israeli activists urge EU in Jerusalem protest: â silence is complicityâ on Gaza

Around a dozen Israeli activists gathered outside European Union representative offices in east Jerusalem on 28 August, calling on the bloc to take a stronger position on the war in Gaza.

Brevis heroics fall short as Namibia stun Proteas – again

Namibia earned their second successive T20 victory over the higher-ranked Proteas.

UN and partners strengthen Ebola preparedness in South Sudan border town

Humanitarian organisations warn there is a significant risk of a spillover due to extensive cross-border trade and travel between the two countries.

Sudan lifts two-year curfew in Khartoum amid ongoing war

Sudan has lifted a two-year-old night-time curfew and a state of emergency in the capital, Khartoum, in a move authorities say will allow residents to move and work around the clock.

Getting ready for a hotter summer? Don't forget your pet needs a plan too

With forecasters warning of a hotter-than-normal summer ahead, animal welfare experts have some timely advice worth taking seriously this year especially.

WEATHER: Isolated showers and rain expected to hit Cape provinces

Take a detailed look at what the weather has in store for South Africa's nine provinces this Saturday, 29 August 2026.

Proteas vs Namibia T20I: Why fans are fuming over 'missing' broadcast

South African cricket fans have slammed SuperSport and DStv over struggles to watch the first T20I against Namibia.

EXCLUSIVE | Robbie Koenig: From doubles specialist to the Voice of Tennis

Robbie Koenig is one of the most recognisable voices in tennis broadcasting. Here's how he accidentally found the perfect second career.

PowerBall jackpot: everything you need to know before tonight's draw

Tonight's PowerBall Xtra comes with a guarantee you don't often see, and there's still time to get your ticket in before the draw.

Saturday's weather: Fine and cool for Gauteng as fog and showers spread across provinces

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for Saturday, 29 August 2026.

Kenyaâ s world record holder Sawe withdraws from Berlin marathon

His withdrawal leaves the men's race wide open, while the women's event is set to feature Ethiopia's Tigst Assefa, who recently set a new women's marathon world record in London.

Crime stats: These are provinces with the highest murder, rape and carjackings in SA

Five foreign nationals arrested after R1m dagga lab uncovered

Gauteng police arrested five suspects and uncovered a hydroponic dagga lab worth more than R1m during an operation in De Deur.

NOAA just put a number on something that would make this the biggest one ever recorded

Climate scientists have been comparing this El Niño to the big ones from the past. Now there's a number suggesting it could go further than any of them.

Kaizer Chiefs board member opens new shopping mall in Fleurhof

The Kaizer Chiefs board member has a new shopping complex called Fleurhof Mall to add to many complexes he owns across the country.