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South Africa's population jumps to 63.5 million in 2026
South Africa's population has climbed to an estimated 63.52 million people, according to the latest figures from Statistics South Africa.
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@thesouthafrican 1 hours ago
Empty ballot boxes, stationery stolen at a voting station in KZN
The IEC has confirmed that empty ballot boxes and voting materials were stolen at a voting station in KwaZulu-Natal.
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@thesouthafrican 1 hours ago
WEATHER TODAY: Level 4 storms for Ermelo and Ladysmith, Upington tops out at 35°C
Weather for Tuesday: Storms build from 12:00 over Gauteng and Limpopo, while Cape Town, Stellenbosch and Paarl stay dry under high cloud at up to 31°C.
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@thesouthafrican 57 minutes ago
Bafana Bafana call-ups: Are Kaizer Chiefs' issues costing them places?
With only one Kaizer Chiefs player included in Mosimane's selection, should we cry foul, or is the team to blame?
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@thesouthafrican 9 hours ago
Google launches FREE AI, digital skills hub in SA with isiZulu and isiXhosa support
Google's new learning hub offers South Africans free AI and digital skills training, with isiZulu and isiXhosa among the languages planned.
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@thesouthafrican 10 hours ago
Transfer report: Kaizer Chiefs sign 11-capped Bafana Bafana winger
Betway Premiership giants Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly signed Elias Mokwana, subject to an official announcement.
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@thesouthafrican 10 hours ago
Four arrested as illegal firearms and ammunition found in vehicle
City Highway Patrol officers stopped a vehicle at the N2 weighbridge in Somerset West, whereby the firearms and ammo were discovered.
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@thesouthafrican 10 hours ago
The Daily Lotto results for Monday, 2 November 2026
Monday's winning Daily Lotto numbers. Jackpot: an estimated R500 000. Check your ticket here.
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@thesouthafrican 11 hours ago
Orlando Pirates have something Kaizer Chiefs don't have
Kaizer Chiefs head coach Fernando Da Cruz has highlighted a telling advantage Orlando Pirates have over Amakhosi.
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@thesouthafrican 11 hours ago
SAHRC responds to Andile Mngxitama's farm attack tweet
The SAHRC responded to widespread calls to act on MK Party MP Andile Mngxitama's farm attack tweets about Donovan Marx.
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@thesouthafrican 11 hours ago
BREAKING | Donald Trump deals SA a devastating trade blow
The United States Trade Representative said Washington would exclude South Africa and Rwanda from a major Africa-US duty-free trade deal.
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@thesouthafrican 11 hours ago
42 days later: PSL club to fire new coach?
Betway Premiership side Richards Bay FC are reportedly pondering a shock decision to part ways with coach Dimitar Pantev.
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@thesouthafrican 11 hours ago
Phala Phala judgment: Two convicted, third accused acquitted
The Modimolle Regional Court has convicted two accused in the Phala Phala theft case, while a third man was acquitted on all charges.
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@thesouthafrican 12 hours ago
Rassie names strong Springbok team for Italy Test
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has named a largely settled squad of first-choice players for Saturday's Test against Italy.
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