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Leon Schuster meets with Gayton, promises exciting news [video]
Leon Schuster appeared in good spirits after meeting with Minister Gayton McKenzie, who has teased news about the comedian.
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AGOA EXIT: Good news for South African apple, pear and grape shipments
South Africa is set to lose its AGOA trade benefits, but fruit exports are forecast to rise as other markets offer fresh opportunities...
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South Africa joins UN push to tackle illegal mining networks
South Africa has backed UN talks on a new agreement targeting illegal mining, wildlife trafficking and environmental crime. Here's what happens next.
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East African giants appoint South African coach
Former Orlando Pirates co-coach Fadlu Davids has been appointed as the new head coach of Tanzanian giants Young Africans SC.
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Cape Town police probe alleged drugging in dating-app encounters
Two men have been arrested in Cape Town as investigators examine allegations that online dating encounters ended in drugging and robbery.
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Local election coalitions: Which councils could be up for grabs?
The votes are being counted, but in many councils the real contest is only starting. Local election coalitions could decide who governs.
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New bombshell 'Sandpapergate' details emerge
Usman Khawaja claimed on Saturday that the entire Australian team knew about the 2018 "Sandpapergate" scandal in Cape Town.
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El Niño: What South Africans need to know to stay safe in the heat
The Department of Health shares practical tips to help South Africans protect themselves from dangerous heat linked to El Niño conditions.
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Donald Trump to give AfriForum $1 million to study crimes against white South Africans
The Trump administration reportedly plans to give AfriForum nearly R16.5 million to investigate alleged discrimination and violence against minorities in South Africa.
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Sunshine and storms set to shape South Africa's Diwali Sunday
South Africa faces hot conditions in the west and thunderstorms in the east on Sunday, with Diwali revellers urged to watch the weather.
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@thesouthafrican 3 hours ago
ELECTIONS 2026 | ANC leads nationwide as 98% of votes counted
The ANC leads South Africa's 2026 municipal elections with 30.95% of the vote and is ahead in 115 councils. Here's the national breakdown.
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ELECTIONS 2026 | EFF blocks coin toss after DA tie
The DA and EFF are tied at exactly 1 714 votes in Buffalo City, but a planned IEC coin toss has been halted. Here's why.
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ELECTIONS 2026 | Gayton McKenzie's PA beats DA in Prince Albert
Gayton McKenzie's PA has beaten the DA in Prince Albert, winning four of five wards. But one council seat stands between the party and control.
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Families LEFT carrying burden when SASSA payments disrupted
We hear about the dutiful families behind the scenes who carry the burden when SASSA payments are needlessly disrupted by reviews …
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