citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:21:39

'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.

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africanews.com

@africanews Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:45:55

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.

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africanews.com

@africanews Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:55:56

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.

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africanews.com

@africanews Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:12:38

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.

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africanews.com

@africanews Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:21:52

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.

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africanews.com

@africanews Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:32:20

Panama Canal cuts ship traffic as El NiÃ±o 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 NiÃ±o threaten water supplies.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:17:12

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.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:25:20

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.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:47:05

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.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:00:00

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.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:11:04

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.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:19:28

Judith Sephuma answers fans' call with powerful gospel comeback

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

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:21:16

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.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:23:09

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,...

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:31:13

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.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:36:48

Thomas du Toit on big scrum battle: 'We try to stay within the laws of the game'

Another huge battle is expected when the Boks and All Blacks square off in Cape Town.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:59:36

The 130-year-old LV monogram gets a new texture – and a ribbon-pink debut

A 130-year-old signature is being rewoven, quite literally - swapping coated canvas for a dense, embroidery-like jacquard that puts texture, not just print, at the centre of the story.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:04:28

Government condemns killing of law enforcement officer in Knysna

The government said law enforcement officers remain critical public servants who play a central role in maintaining law and order.

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techcentral.co.za

@techcentral Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:39:13

Meta wins by settling

US states sought $1.4-trillion before trial. Meta Platforms settled for $18-billion and its shares went up.

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africanews.com

@africanews Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:39:28

An endangered frog living in the middle of South Africa's Cape Town

The micro frog - or Microbatrachella capensis - is barely the size of an adult thumbnail and lives in a wetland in the middle of a horse racing track.