Weather: Rain and strong afternoon winds expected in one province

Take a look at what the weather has in store for KwaZulu-Natal, Free State and North West this Friday, 2 October 2026.

Inside Wicknell Chivayo's R160m Clifton cove [video]

Late Zim businessman Wicknell Chivayo bragged about being the owner of a Clifton mansion he recently spent R160 million on...

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WEATHER: Rain expected to hit FIVE provinces

Take a detailed look at what the weather has in store for South Africa's nine provinces this Friday, 2 October 2026.

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In case you missed it: Sibiya told teen to save herself for him | Mudzinganyama gets Bail | Proteas avoid group of death

Catch up on the biggest stories this Thursday, 1 October 2026, in our simple daily news update.

Nou praat ons! Chery's Hilux-rivalling bakkie is getting an Afrikaans name for South Africa

PKTT arrests Western Cape mayor, municipal manager and CFO for corruption

The suspects face corruption charges after a businessman reported kickback demands.

Travel woes continue to plague Iinyathi

Eastern Cape Iinyathi's travel struggles continued in Oudtshoorn as they suffered a 39-run defeat to the Garden Route Badgers in their latest Pro20 Cup clash.

Travel woes continue to plague Iinyathi

Eastern Cape Iinyathi's travel struggles continued in Oudtshoorn as they suffered a 39-run defeat to the Garden Route Badgers in their latest Pro20 Cup clash.

Shadrack Sibiya court wrap: WhatsApps, witness claims and new charge

Shadrack Sibiya's bail hearing heard alleged WhatsApp messages involving a 16-year-old girl, witness interference claims and details of a sixth charge.

Proteas avoid group of death at 2027 Cricket World Cup on home soil

The SA team will face New Zealand in their first match of the tournament on 9 October.

G20: Russia criticises US and warns of trade order disintegration

Speaking during a two-day gathering of G20 trade minister, Maxim Reshetnikov said the rules were being 'dismantled' while the new ones remain 'unclear'.

Mixed reactions after prominent Zimbabwe businessman dies in helicopter crash

Wicknell Chivayo was one of the most recognisable faces of a class of conspicuously wealthy entrepreneurs with ties to the ruling party

Blockbuster weekend in ABC Motsepe with Gqeberha derby

The Eastern Cape ABC Motsepe League returns for week two with blockbuster fixtures, highlighted by a high-stakes Gqeberha derby between debutants GQ Cavaliers and last season's finalists Old Grey.

KuGompo City loses out to Mpumalanga for Steve Tshwete series launch

The highly anticipated Steve Tshwete Boxing Series will officially get under way in Mpumalanga in November, dashing KuGompo Cityâ s hopes of hosting the tournament launch. Boxing South Africa confirmed the shift to the province housing the namesake municipality, though the Eastern Cape will ultimately stage the series finals in March 2027.

Warriors return 'home' to face Lions

A first YesPlay Pro20 Cup win is in the bag, but Matthew de Villiers knows the Warriors will need to sharpen up when the DP World Lions arrive at St Georgeâ s Park on Sunday.

DA releases names of mayoral candidates as it seeks to make impact in Eastern Cape

The in the Eastern Cape is banking on 10 mayoral candidates to make further inroads into the province, including taking aim at two municipalities where the ANC failed to field candidates ahead of the November 4 local government elections.

JUST IN: Western Cape mayor, CFO arrested in alleged kickback bust

A mayor and two senior municipal officials will appear in court after police uncovered an alleged kickback scheme tied to a security services contract.

International Coffee Day: Who sells the best cuppa in SA?

Millions of South Africans continue to drink coffee daily despite rising prices, with the cost of instant coffee increasing faster than broader food inflation.