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SAWS warns of scorching heat as temperatures soar towards 40°C

South Africans in parts of the country are being urged to prepare for sweltering conditions, with temperatures expected to climb towards 40°C in parts of the Western Cape. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued an advisory for extremely hot and uncomfortable conditions in the Central and Little Karoo, warning that temperatures could reach between 37°C and 40°C on Friday. The advisory is valid from 8am until 6pm, with Oudtshoorn […]

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Stubbs dropped for Proteas’ Gqeberha Test

The Proteas Men's selection panel has named a 17-player squad for the second Test against Australia, starting on Sunday, 18 October, in Gqeberha. Batter Matthew Breetzke replaces Tristan Stubbs in the squad, while Ryan Rickelton will take over the wicketkeeping duties for the second Test. Breetzke comes into the team on the back of a solid showing in the ODI series against Australia, having scored 171 runs in three matches […]

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NPA denies arrest warrants for March and March leader, husband amid political pressure claims

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has dismissed reports that arrest warrants have been issued for March and March leader, Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, and SA First Forum acting CEO, Xolani Zuma. The authority has also denied receiving instructions from political parties, public office-bearers or anyone within the prosecutorial system regarding the couple's alleged imminent arrest. The denial follows claims that the pair would be arrested by Friday, with March and March alleging […]

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Mbalula calls for ANC unity after court victory, puts DA partnership under scrutiny

African National Congress (ANC) Secretary-General, Fikile Mbalula, has called on party members to set aside internal factional battles and intensify campaigning ahead of the 4 November Local Government Elections, after the Constitutional Court's ruling in favour of the party in a dispute with the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) over candidate nominations. The judgment clears the way for 181 ANC councillor candidates, previously excluded from the ballot in six […]

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NPA ready to prosecute businessman over alleged threats against women

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) says it is ready to proceed with the case against Zimbabwean businessman, Lawrence Mudzinganyama, who allegedly threatened to kill women at a restaurant in Randburg. Mudzinganyama now faces charges of assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, crimen injuria and fraud, following investigations in which witness statements and video footage were secured. The controversial businessman was initially charged with intimidation after he was caught […]

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McKenzie remains defiant that SA will host F1 Grand Prix before 2030

Minister of Sports, Gayton McKenzie, remains confident that South Africa will host a Formula One Grand Prix, despite Rwanda securing the deal to bring the sport back to Africa. Addressing the media in Pretoria on Wednesday, McKenzie congratulated the East African nation, while maintaining that South Africa will still put in a bid for 2028/2029. Rwanda signed a 10-year agreement to host the grandest motorsport event earlier this week. The […]

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Protesters take aim at Home Affairs’ digital asylum system

South Africa's immigration debate is heating up, with anti-immigration groups taking their grievances to the Department of Home Affairs, challenging everything from its new digital asylum system to its handling of the country's refugee laws. Members of Progressive Forces of South Africa, Thembelihle Residents Association and Radical People of South Africa gathered outside the department's headquarters in Pretoria on Wednesday, under the United Civic Movement banner, demanding answers from government. […]

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Sibiya complainants fear for their lives if former top cop is granted bail

Two complainants in the case against former Deputy National Police Commissioner, Shadrack Sibiya, say they fear for their safety if he is released on bail, with one reporting suicidal thoughts due to the emotional toll of the case. The Randburg Magistrates’ Court heard victim impact statements on Wednesday as it continued considering Sibiya’s bail application. The State argues that the complainants and their families could be at risk if he […]

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