ANC confirms second fatal shooting in two nights in Knysna

It is believed the latest incident happened at the home of one of the deceased, near Concordia

Ships passing through Hormuz hover in single digits, data shows

Of the total, four ships entered and three exited the waterway

Johannesburg is running out of steam – and the cracks are showing

Transfer report: Orlando Pirates linked with Brazilian striker

Orlando Pirates recently signed Nowergian striker Sebastian Pedersen even though he is yet to make an appearance for the club.

SIU widens probe scope to lavish govt officials lifestyles and academic fraud

The SIU is investigating officials living beyond their means while also probing academic fraud and ghost-writing at universities.

WATCH: Fadiel Adams admits misleading minister as 'Dead Man' defence unravels at Madlanga Commission

Adams' testimony is significant because his Section 27 referral affidavit initiated investigations into SAPS Crime Intelligence.

Open excavation crisis escalates in City of Tshwane

Residents and councillors have raised safety concerns over unattended excavations across Pretoria after several recent incidents.

Three suspects shot dead in Alrode gun battle after robbery

Police said a man was robbed of an undisclosed amount of money while entering his residence.

Hawks arrest third suspect in Reiger Park police killing

Investigators have vowed to continue pursuing those linked to the deadly shooting.

Egypt and Qatar stress need for dialogue over Strait of Hormuz

Egyptâ s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani in Cairo on Thursday for talks on bilateral cooperation and regional deescalation.

Phone app helps Kenya's visually impaired get around

A navigation tool built in Kenya is using AI to help people with visual impairment understand what lies ahead as they move through Nairobi. 'Sightra' runs as a phone based web app, detecting cars, trees, furniture and other obstacles in real time and sending spoken descriptions through an earpiece.

How MUCH is Saturday Lotto and Lotto Plus jackpot?

Here's how much is up for grabs in the Saturday Lotto and Lotto Plus jackpot on 22 August 2026, after another quiet midweek draw …

Springbok WAG makes Miss South Africa shortlist

Simone Tshituka, the wife of Springbok and Sharks player Manu Tshituka, is one step closer to the Miss South Africa crown...

Eskom announces 10-hour power outage in Gauteng on Wednesday

Residents in parts of Gauteng face a lengthy midweek disruption as Eskom carries out planned maintenance work - here's what you need to know

Court orders mental evaluation for Malmesbury teen accused in child exploitation case

The court has sealed proceedings involving the minor to protect the accused, victims and his family.

US hits Hezbollah with fresh sanctions

Hezbollah is both a political party and an armed group in Lebanon.

Westbury residents, faith leaders to march against gang violence

A memorandum of demands will be handed over to Premier Panyaza Lesufi, as well as Mayor Dada Morero.

Christina Storm hints at divorce, after calling James Small the 'only love of my life'

Months after praising the late Springbok James Small as her 'only love', model Christina Storm has hinted at divorcing her husband.

Daily Lotto results: Thursday, 20 August 2026

A R450 000 jackpot is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto results for 20 August 2026.

Cameroon's President Biya returns home after unexplained 10-week absence

President Paul Biya, 93, returned to Cameroon on Thursday, after a 73-day absence that fuelled speculation about his health.