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@thesouthafrican Fri, 22 May 2026 12:50:55
Economists cut South African growth
The cut was the second consecutive downgrade. The April consensus forecast for 2026 economic growth is 1.3% from 1.5% in March and 1.6% in February.
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What time is kick off for Springboks against Ireland?
The Springboks face a crucial clash against Ireland this Saturday, and here is the kick off time to note in Dublin.
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South Africa's U23s edge closer to Olympic dream
South Africa's Under-23 side will travel to Madagascar with a narrow but valuable advantage after securing a 1-0 victory in their CAF U23 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying first leg at Lucas Moripe Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
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How Zimbabwe's new e-hailing rules could hit drivers' pockets
Zimbabwe's proposed e-hailing regulations could cost Bolt and inDrive drivers more, with new permits, vehicle fees and tax obligations.
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Tito Maswanganyi makes interesting admission about showboating
Former Pirates star Tito has explained why his attitude towards skills and showboating has changed since leaving South Africa.
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Beyond the Boks: SA world champions from other codes
Jody Scheckter and Shaun Tomson are just the start of SA world champions from codes other than rugby. It's all RSA, not just DNA …
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EFF leads parties in women's representation among councillors
The IEC says the EFF recorded the highest women's representation among parties with a substantial councillor base following the 2026 polls.
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WATCH | DA in coalition talks with Jacob Zuma's MK Party
DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis has approached MK Party president Jacob Zuma for coalition talks over South Africa's hung municipalities.
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RIP | Award-winning SA journalist Nabeelah Shaikh dies
The death of eNCA investigative reporter Nabeelah Shaikh, who was seven months pregnant, has shocked South Africa's media fraternity.
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PA throws support behind ActionSA in Western Cape municipality
The Patriotic Alliance (PA) has agreed to support ActionSA in Western Cape's Laingsburg Local Municipality, following coalition talks.
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Amended outlook for SASSA Children's Grants in December 2026
SASSA Children's Grants in December 2026 will go ahead on the following dates ahead of the festive season break …
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WEATHER TODAY: Severe thunderstorms for Ladysmith, Secunda and Piet Retief
Weather for Sunday: Kimberley is the hottest at 35°C and Upington reaches 34°C, while Cape Town stays dry at 25°C under a veld fire warning from 09:00 to 17:59.
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Who is Miss SA 2026 Tiyani Makamu?
Miss South Africa 2026 Tiyani Makamu is ready to hit the ground running, tackling economic empowerment and job creation...
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'Zoalize was robbed' – Miss SA pageant fans
Zoalize Janse van Rensburg's exclusion from the Miss South Top 5 has been condemned by local pageant fans...
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