Cape Town dam levels 13% lower than last year, still no rain in sight

Cape Town's dams are holding 77.4% of their combined capacity, but levels remain well below those recorded at the same time last year.

Man suspected of ex's murder killed in shootout with Free State cops

Circumstances surrounding the suspect's death will be investigated by the Independent Police Investigative Directorate.

24 hours in pictures, 19 August 2026

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

Chad welcomes back French military less than two years ending defence agreement

Less than two years after France handed back its last military base in Chad, the two countries appear to be rebuilding their military ties.

Kenya helicopter crash kills seven in Samburu, including six tourists

Seven people, including six tourists and the pilot, have died after a helicopter came down near Mount Ololokwe in central Kenya, according to air accident officials.

South Africa: Consumer inflation rate eases in July for first time in five months

Statistics SA attributes the slowdown to softer food inflation, slower municipal tariff increases, and lower fuel prices.

Wembanyama named France captain as star returns to Les Bleus

Victor Wembanyama has been named captain of France for four games in August, marking a new leadership role for the NBA star as he returns to the national team. The 22-year-old will lead a squad featuring veterans Rudy Gobert and Evan Fournier in World Cup qualifying.

E Cape Education's school funding cuts declared unlawful

Eastern Cape Education Department withheld 33% of public-school funding.

Police service facing a number of challenges: POPCRU

Popcru says police service is facing a number of challenges threatening its ability to fight crime.

Bellville shops looted during anti-illegal immigration protest

Public Order Police has been deployed to monitor the situation.

South African-born fitness coach Leroy Saunders dies after collapsing at HYROX Bangkok 2026

Soweto manhunt: 'Dangerous' suspect wanted for partner's murder

A disturbing discovery in Soweto has sparked an urgent police manhunt, with authorities warning that the wanted suspect is dangerous.

TRC Cases Inquiry hears lack of political will hindered prosecutions

Pretorious was quizzed on the loss of dockets by the unit of the Cradock 4.

Govt, business must work together to boost investment: Mabuyane

Mabuyane says stronger coordination between government and business is needed to boost investment.

Chidimma Adetshina decries unfair treatment in deportation bid

Adetshina's lawyers launched an application to challenge the decision to withdraw her SA ID.

SAPS issues urgent call for Simiso Silomo Phakathi to surrender in girlfriend's murder case

Orlando Pirates CAF opponents have 'normal day jobs'

Former Mauritius star Jean-Marc Ithier believes Orlando Pirates will have too much quality for their CAF CL opponents.

Live score: Mamelodi Sundowns vs Marumo Gallants

Mamelodi Sundowns host Marumo Gallants in the Betway Premiership at the Loftus Versveld Stadium. Follow the live updates here.

The provinces where civil judgments exceeded R1 billion in 1 year

South Africa is in the midst of a debt crisis. That crisis is hitting two provinces hardest, causing civil judgments to surpass R1 billion.

PICTURES: Rugby's Greatest Rivalry trophy unveiled

A trophy created in two halves - yet drawn together by magnetism - has been unveiled for Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series.