sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:41:22

'DA will only take Ramaphosa's word about GNU, not other ANC leaders'

His remarks come after Mbalula said the DA's role in the GNU must be reviewed.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:47:53

Another suspected drug laboratory uncovered in Soweto

The bust is the latest in a string of mandrax laboratory discoveries across the province recently.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:17:57

SA reaffirms commitment to multilateral cooperation on climate change

Maynier emphasized that it is vital for prospective partners to adapt to evolving climate realities.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:46:28

Worked for decades but no SASSA grant? South Africans are speaking out

Tax, work history and fairness are at the centre of a heated debate over who deserves SASSA's old age support.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:17:27

Eskom announces an eight-hour power outage in Gauteng on Thursday

Several Gauteng communities will spend most of Thursday without electricity as Eskom carries out urgent work on its distribution network.

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africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:33:32

Vatican releases first images of Pope Leo XIV since his surgery

Doctors says the 71-year-old pontiff is showing steady improvement since having part of his right lung removed on Tuesday.

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africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:47:09

Africa overtakes Europe in Catholic population as global mumbers reach 1.422 billion

Africa now has more Catholics than Europe. The Vaticanâ s latest statistics put Africaâ s Catholic population at 288 million, slightly ahead of Europeâ s 287 million.

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africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:47:43

Ethiopian gains in Tigray risk wider war with Eritrea, analyst warns

Ethiopiaâ s military advances in northern Tigray do not spell an end to the conflict but have the potential to increase the risk of war with neighboring Eritrea, an analyst with knowledge of the region has warned

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:02:12

Political violence affecting campaigning in some areas: ANC's Ntuli

ANC elections coordinator Lungani Makhathini and ANCYL member Nokuthula Mavundla were shot dead.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:12:32

Four other African countries join SA to combat drug trafficking

Regional police chiefs and ministers agreed to strengthen intelligence sharing.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:20:14

Aucamp warns fuel costs, El Niño to hit farmers and consumers

Aucamp says steep fuel hikes will affect farmers and lead to an increase in food prices.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:00:00

'We do take the Challenge Cup seriously': JP backs young Sharks team against desperate Lyon

The Sharks coach said his Springboks decided that this would be the best time to take their mandated rest.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:08:01

Saturday's weather: Extremely hot conditions in EC, WC, KZN and Mpumalanga

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for Saturday, 17 October 2026.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:40:21

Carrim to spend weekend behind bars as case postponed to Monday

His legal counsel, Advocate Hendrik Potgieter, also questioned Carrim about his medical condition.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:54:59

43 learners hospitalised with stomach complaints in Limpopo

Shikwambana says 13 learners are still receiving treatment at Seshego hospital.

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dailydispatch.co.za

@dispatchlive Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:21:24

Faith takes flight in Buffalo Flats ballet production 'The Storm Bird Returns'

The Letâ s Dance Ballet Academy in Buffalo Flats will take to the stage at Alexander Playhouse on Fridaya dn with The Storm Bird Returns, a production exploring hope, faith and perseverance through the story of a little bird forced to face a storm she thought she had left behind. Written and choreographed by academy owner and teacher Ashantae Eastrace, the ballet follows a little bird enjoying life in an enchanted forest until a vicious storm returns, bringing back fears from an experience she...

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:31:51

Can hot weather damage the medicines you keep at home?

Hot weather can damage medicines stored at home and affect how well they work. Find out how to keep your medicines safe.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:49:50

Guardian and friends describe volatile relationship in Northern Cape student murder trial

Buba's body was discovered in an open veld between Bongweni and Khayelitsha in Kuyasa.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:56:01

Australia's bowlers are 'machines', but Proteas batters are hungry to hit back, says Bedingham

David Bedingham says it is intimidating to face the quality and depth of the touring team's attack.

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africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:02:09

Ethiopia appoints interim Tigray government after TPLF ouster

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced Friday the establishment of an interim administration in the northern Tigray region, which has been controlled by rebels who have clashed with federal forces in recent weeks