Fifth arrest: Julius Mkhwanazi arrested for blue lights saga while in custody

Sundowns tie down on-loan starlet on a long-term deal!

Sundowns have adopted a new business model by handing their on-loan starlet defender a new long-term contract.

How to book your budget-friendly getaway anywhere in South Africa

If you want to book an affordable getaway, this is how and when you can do it

24 hours in pictures, 27 August 2026

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

Proteas return to Namibia with 'no scars', says captain Bjorn Fortuin

The T20 tri-series between South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe will be played over the next 10 days in Windhoek.

'I stand by my statements': Dlamini-Zuma refuses to back down over Mbalula vote buying claims

The NEC member has signalled her intention to oppose the matter.

Gamescom 2026 opens in Cologne with record exhibitors and visitors

Gamescom 2026 has opened in Cologne, bringing together developers, industry professionals and gamers for the worldâ s largest trade fair dedicated to computer and video games.

Russiaâ s overnight drone barrage ignites fires across Ukrainian cities

Russian strikes hit Ukraineâ s Sumy and Odesa regions overnight on 27 August. At least one person was killed and seven injured, according to regional authorities.

Tanzaniaâ s political crisis deepens after VP resignation

Tanzaniaâ s governing party expelled the vice president who resigned this week, in an act of retaliation that will further test the credentials of the East African nation as a place of relative peace and stability.

Rescuers search for survivors follow catastrophic flash floods in Nepal

More than 1,000 people are still missing after a wall of ice, mud, and rock collapsed, sweeping through the region.

Panama Canal cuts ship traffic as El Niño threatens water supplies

The Panama Canal is set to reduce daily ship transits in September, as an unusually early dry season and lower rainfall linked to El Niño threaten water supplies.

All Blacks name side to face Springboks in Cape Town

New Zealand have made three personnel changes and one positional for the second Test against South Africa in Cape Town on Saturday.

The Lotto draw went 'live' again this year – and there's a reason why

For years, what South Africans watched on draw night wasn't quite what it looked like. That changed in 2026, and the reason behind it says a lot.

Danny Jordaan fraud case now hinges on High Court decision

Danny Jordaan and his co-accused returned to court on Thursday as their fraud case faced a fresh development.

Won the Lotto? Here's how SARS can take a slice of your money

Winning big on the Lotto feels like the end of the story, but what happens to that money afterwards is where things get a little more complicated.

These groceries are cheapest at South Africa's only luxury retailer

Before you create a grocery list this month-end, these are the specials you might want to consider.

Judith Sephuma answers fans' call with powerful gospel comeback

Judith Sephuma is answering a call her fans have been making for almost a decade.

Mkhwanazi, co-accused thought Emmanuel Mbense murder case would go nowhere as ex-cop's presence questioned

An Ipid investigation concluded that two off-duty police officers had attended the scene.

That's a wrap on The Lifestyle Scene season 1 – season 2 is coming

Its officially a wrap on season one of The Lifestyle Scene, The Citizens official lifestyle podcast. Hosted by Kaunda Selisho,...

Friday's weather: Strong winds in KZN, NC and WC

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 28 August 2026.