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@thesouthafrican Sun, 26 Jul 2026 06:25:22
'Play for my team' – How Nelson Mandela persuaded Bucs legend to join Orlando Pirates
Okpara has revealed that a meeting with Nelson Mandela in 1990 inspired him to join Pirates, claiming the former president was a Bucs fan.
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@thesouthafrican Mon, 31 Aug 2026 01:30:00
Daily Snow Report: a rare quiet day with no warnings in sight
Monday, 31 August's Daily Snow Report shows a calm, mild pattern holding across the country, with SAWS confirming no active warnings for the day.
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@thesouthafrican Mon, 31 Aug 2026 01:43:50
Nine Betway Premiership matches this week
The Betway Premiership returns with a packed week of action as nine fixtures take place between Tuesday, 1 September and Sunday, 6 September 2026.
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@thesouthafrican Mon, 31 Aug 2026 01:55:01
RIP | Springbok great dies in church after watching South Africa beat All Blacks
South African rugby is mourning the death of former Springbok centre Joggie Jansen, one of the most uncompromising defenders of his generation.
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@thesouthafrican Mon, 31 Aug 2026 01:58:56
Miss SA 2026: When will the finale take place?
Miss SA typically took place in mid August each year but this month is already drawing to an end. When will Miss SA 2026 take place?
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@thesouthafrican Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:02:00
South Africa scores another public holiday in 2026
Good news … South Africa is scoring another public holiday in 2026. Bad news … you won't be sleeping in on Wednesday 4 November.
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@thesouthafrican Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:28:15
What time is kick off for Springboks v All Blacks at FNB Stadium?
The Springboks will make their team announcement on Monday morning as they look ahead to kick off in the third Test.
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@thesouthafrican Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:11:00
Phenomenal! Ex-Idols winner performs another mesmerising anthem [video]
Former Idols South Africa winner, Sasha-Lee Davids, has blown Springbok fans away with her touching performance of the national anthem...
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@thesouthafrican Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:11:00
Sarah Langa claps back at Sacha romance criticism?
Model Sarah Langa has sent a message to critics of her relationship with Springbok, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu.
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@thesouthafrican Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:47:00
No comparison? US stadium flyover gets South Africans talking
A clip of a US aircraft performing a stadium flyover has sparked commentary from South Africans after Airlink's viral stunt...
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@thesouthafrican Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:38:00
Deon Fourie's wife praises his humility after making history
Deon Fourie's wife has praised her spouse, who made history as the oldest playing Springbok in a test match...
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@thesouthafrican Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:11:32
Iconic! Watch South Africa's first stadium flyover [video]
With all eyes on Airlink, we revisit SA's first stadium flyover at Ellis Park's 1995 Rugby World Cup final between Springboks and All Blacks.
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@thesouthafrican Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:46:52
Leon Schuster makes comeback with funny video
Veteran comedian and actor Leon Schuster has made a comeback with a hilarious video after years of ill health...
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@thesouthafrican Sun, 30 Aug 2026 14:29:41
Pirates vs Sundowns: Fans reject Moses Mabhida for MTN8 final
Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns are set for a dream MTN8 final, but fans have one major request for the PSL.
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