Mission to verify DRC-M23 ceasefire gets underway in South Kivu

A mission to verify a fragile ceasefire between the Congolese army and Rwanda-backed M23 armed group was deployed Monday to the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo as the two sides traded accusations of abuses.

Kenya: Designer turns to traditional clothesmaking methods

The founder of Mukabwa studios, Hillary Mukubwa uses hand looms to create clothes and fabrics in a bid to keep Kenya's cultural heritage alive.

SASSA gold cards: What to expect after the August 31 Postbank deadline

Impalas, police power and Medicare24: Matlala refuses to comment on relationship with Sibiya

24 hours in pictures, 24 August 2026

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

Rassie hits 'emergency button' for second Bok Test against All Blacks

With Kolbe injured Pollard will also handle the goal-kicking duties.

Uganda Pledges 1,200 Troops as Burundi Eyes Gaza Force

Uganda and Burundi have held talks in Israel about contributing troops to a proposed international security force for Gaza, as efforts to build the 20,000-strong mission gather pace. Uganda has approved about 1,200 personnel, while Burundi is still considering its participation.

Warrant Officer Karl Sander's coffee machine campaign hits major funding milestone

WEATHER: Morning fog to clear as cool to warm conditions continue

Wondering what the weather will be like this Tuesday– Here's the outlook for KwaZulu-Natal, Free State and North West.

SA passport holders can travel to these 101 countries without a visa

SA passport holders can travel to 101 destinations without obtaining a visa in advance, according to the latest Henley Passport Index.

'Spinners' S2 at Silwerskerm: Cast talks grit, growth and a chilling new threat

'Spinners' Season 2 got its first public airing at Silwerskermfees 2026, with stars Cantona James and Luyanda Zwane breaking down the new chapter.

Fire destroys 30 shacks in Umhlanga informal settlement

Gauteng advocate struck off the roll for issuing fake divorce orders and RAF judgments

Here's how much the Southern Guards GC earned at LIV Golf Indianapolis

From a South African point of view, the LIV Golf Indianapolis event proved to be a mixed bag for the Southern Guards team.

'Absolute greediness': South Africans slam SASSA claims after R31 000 review

A social media pile-on erupted over the R31 000 SASSA case, but one commenter turned the blame elsewhere entirely.

The only Western Cape town where you can buy land for R100 000

Currently, only one Western Cape town has land listed for R100 000.

Topless Brabus Bodo breaks cover

The Brabus Bodo Cabriolet is one of the fastest Gran Turismo convertibles ever built with a top speed of 360km/h.

Here's what weather you can expect on Tuesday

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 25 August 2026.

Gallants in for former Sundowns attacker

He also spent some time on loan at Stellenbosch FC after falling out of favour at Sundowns.

Stuart Scharnick to remain behind bars on gun charges

Scharnick faces three charges for allegedly failing to notify the registry of his address change and storing a firearm outside a prescribed safe.