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$2m ransom demand ends in dramatic rescue of Joburg man
A Johannesburg man spent 36 days in captivity as his kidnappers allegedly demanded a staggering $2 million ransom. A police breakthrough led to his rescue and five arrests.
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@thesouthafrican 6 hours ago
Trouble in paradise? Sarah Langa posts cryptic message
Sarah Langa posted a cryptic message, possibly about her relationship to Springbok Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu...
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@thesouthafrican 8 hours ago
Andre Estherhuizen gives peek at dream beach home
Andre Esterhuizen is building his dream family home on a beautiful coastal resort village in Umdloti...
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@thesouthafrican 6 hours ago
UWC commits to flying Pride Flag
The University of Western Cape (UWC) is committed to flying its LGBTQ+ Pride Flag it says represents 'inclusion, equity and social justice'.
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@thesouthafrican 7 hours ago
Saturday tide times: When will the sea rise and fall along SA's coast?
Planning a trip to the coast on Saturday? Check high and low tide times for South Africa's coastal cities before heading out.
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@thesouthafrican 7 hours ago
The Kiffness: 'I lost money, my life was threatened'
The Kiffness has opened up about deactivating his X account, receiving death threats and losing big brand deals...
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@thesouthafrican 7 hours ago
Which Kruger National Park camps have swimming pools?
A swimming pool can be a welcome escape from Kruger National Park's summer heat. Here's which camp you'll find them at.
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@thesouthafrican 6 hours ago
Leon Schuster shares health update: 'One more fall and I could die'
Comedian and actor Leon Schuster has given the public an update on his deteriorating health in a new interview...
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@thesouthafrican 8 hours ago
The Daily Lotto results for Friday, 30 October 2026
Today's Daily Lotto jackpot stands at an estimated R550 000. If you want to win your share of the jackpot, you have to play!
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@thesouthafrican 8 hours ago
Which Kruger National Park camps are best for families with children?
Taking the kids to Kruger National Park? These are some of the best camps for families looking for facilities, wildlife and more.
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@thesouthafrican 8 hours ago
Rooibos plant seeds on course for launch into space
Over 17 000 rooibos seeds are en-route from South Africa to Texas to be prepped for an upcoming spaceflight. Here's all the tea...
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@thesouthafrican 9 hours ago
Zimbabweans emerge as biggest beneficiaries of Botswana citizenship
Zimbabweans account for nearly half of Botswana's 5 957 new citizens since 2018, with South Africans ranking second.
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@thesouthafrican 9 hours ago
SA F1 champ Jody Scheckter TAX trouble could bankrupt him
South Africa's only Formula 1 world champion Jody Scheckter admits he faces bankruptcy after losing tax dispute in Britain …
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@thesouthafrican 9 hours ago
The PowerBall and PowerBall XTRA results for Friday, 30 October 2026
Today's PowerBall jackpot stands at an estimated R40 million, while the PowerBall XTRA offers an estimated R25 million.
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@thesouthafrican 11 hours ago
Weather: Showers and thundershowers expected to develop on Saturday
Planning a Saturday outing? Here is what to expect from the weather across KZN, Free State and North West this weekend.
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@thesouthafrican 12 hours ago
South African wine shines at The Savoy's new Beaufort Wine Bar
The Savoy's Beaufort Bar has been reborn as the Beaufort Wine Bar, with more than 170 wines by the glass. On opening night, South African wine stood proudly alongside the great names of France.
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