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@thesouthafrican Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:20:44
Throwback: How Durban's deadly floods led to an extraordinary act of bravery
In October 1917, devastating floods killed more than 400 people in Durban, while six brave fishermen rescued 176 others.
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@thesouthafrican 9 minutes ago
Yellow Level 2 warning issued for severe thunderstorms in KZN
SAWS warns of severe thunderstorms in parts of KZN on Sunday, with possible flooding, hail and damage to infrastructure.
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@thesouthafrican 6 minutes ago
WEATHER: Hot and dry weekend for Gauteng as temperatures reach 34°C
Gauteng residents can expect hot and mostly dry conditions this weekend, says the South African Weather Service (SAWS).
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@thesouthafrican 31 minutes ago
Sunday could bring more rain and thunderstorms to parts of SA
More showers and thunderstorms could develop across parts of SA on Sunday. Find out which areas may receive rain.
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@thesouthafrican 1 hours ago
SASSA pensioner's plea: 'Increase the grant to basic minimum wage'
An older SASSA grant recipient says the monthly payment vanishes before payday, and he has one bold fix for the national government.
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@thesouthafrican 1 hours ago
Carte Blanche coming up: Elephant numbers
Carte Blanche explores rising elephant populations, environmental damage and human-wildlife conflict as culling returns to the debate over wildlife management.
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@thesouthafrican 54 minutes ago
Kaizer Chiefs coach breaks silence on Ngcobo's situation
The Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando Da Cruz has explained why Nkosingiphile Ngcobo has struggled for game time this season,
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@thesouthafrican 3 hours ago
New sheriffs in town: Male and female orca pair terrorise whales off Cape coast
A male and female orca pair have been linked to multiple attacks on southern right whale calves along the Cape coast.
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@thesouthafrican 4 hours ago
Kaizer Chiefs in tears after CAF Confederation Cup penalty heartbreak
Kaizer Chiefs were knocked out of the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup after losing 3-2 on penalties to Red Arrows.
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@thesouthafrican 5 hours ago
Proteas suffer key injury blow ahead of Newlands Test decider
The Proteas have named a 16-man squad for the third and final Test against Australia at Newlands in Cape Town.
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@thesouthafrican 5 hours ago
Jake White makes winning start as new Fiji coach
Fiji edged Japan in Tokyo on Saturday to give new coach Jake White a winning start in his reunion with Eddie Jones.
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@thesouthafrican 5 hours ago
HOW to check if you're registered to vote on 4 November
Not sure if you're registered to vote, or whether you're on the roll in the right area? This quick check takes just 60 seconds …
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@thesouthafrican 6 hours ago
Olivia Dean coming to SA! Dates and ticket details
Grammy-winning singer Olivia Dean is heading to South Africa for two shows. Here's when fans can get their hands on tickets.
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@thesouthafrican 6 hours ago
Carte Blanche coming up: Skeleton School
Carte Blanche investigates a delayed school project, millions allegedly paid for work never done, and a politically connected contractor under scrutiny.
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