dailydispatch.co.za

@dispatchlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:08:31

From geography teacher to forecourt tycoon: How Mava Mkukwana built a retail empire

Mava Mkukwana, 57, knows location can turn passing motorists into customers, and his background in geography has guided where his service stations go. Mkukwana said: â We have built in areas where there has been no development but intercept traffic and in turn ignite development in these areas. "Urban planning requires functional towns that provide strategic points of service to motorists and residents.

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dailydispatch.co.za

@dispatchlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:22:38

Eastern Cape attorney arrested over alleged theft of R1.8m in RAF payout

A 51-year-old Eastern Cape attorney has appeared in court after being arrested by the Hawks for allegedly stealing R1.8m in Road Accident Fund compensation meant for a mother and daughter.

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dailydispatch.co.za

@dispatchlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:23:29

Warriors eye top spot in Durban

The Dafabet Warriors aim to rely on their depth and adaptability as they take on the Hollywoodbets Dolphins in a high-stakes clash at Kingsmead.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:17:00

Orlando Pirates news: Ouddaou's big claim, Witbooi latest

Today's news wrap.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:19:34

Four Springboks in doubt for the end-of-year tour

The Springboks will soon regroup ahead of the end-of-year tour, but a few key players may miss the trip up north due to injury.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:26:46

'Half a loaf is better than nothing': Why some SASSA recipients are saying thank you

While many grant recipients voiced anger, a different group responded with gratitude, and their reasons reveal a surprising perspective.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:03:43

PE supremo Alan Greeff lands his first Algoa Cup with smart filly

Anotherdanceforme ready to whirl on bigger stages.

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africanews.com

@africanews Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:41:29

Protesters block access to Paris' Louvre Museum in support of student movement

After a weekend of violent protests across France, students in Paris demonstrated again on Monday in front of the Louvre museum.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:54:55

Ekurhuleni given the go-ahead to procure IPPs

City of Ekurhuleni has been given the go ahead to procure new electricity generation capacity

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theherald.co.za

@heraldlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:23:29

Warriors eye top spot in Durban

The Dafabet Warriors aim to rely on their depth and adaptability as they take on the Hollywoodbets Dolphins in a high-stakes clash at Kingsmead.

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theherald.co.za

@heraldlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:29:26

NMU fashion students stitch up local and global success

Final-year Fashion and Textile Design students at Nelson Mandela University have achieved top honours across three major industry competitions.

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theherald.co.za

@heraldlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:25:23

Knysna teen shines in debut art exhibition

Knysna High School matric pupil Hope Strydom reached a milestone in her creative journey by exhibiting 10 intricate charcoal drawings at the Knysna Old Gaol Museum.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:42:20

Two shoebills, one canoe: Isak Pretorius wins at Wildlife Photographer of the Year, again

South African photographer Isak Pretorius has won at Wildlife Photographer of the Year again, this time with two elusive shoebills.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:35:02

Jill Scott cancels South African tour: Here's how fans can get refunds

Concert cancelled, heres how to get your refund.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:09:11

Ramaphosa says media freedom must be defended at all costs

ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa says media freedom in the country must be defended at all costs.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:15:24

New witness in AKA case testifies about recovered cartridge cases

The State calls a new witness in the murder case of AKA and his friend Tebello Motsoane

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:28:34

Severe thunderstorms expected in parts of KwaZulu-Natal

The SA Weather Service has issued Yellow Level 4 and Level 2 warnings for severe thunderstorms

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theherald.co.za

@heraldlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:53:12

Pearson High's Kiyara Constable earns Junior World Cup call-up

Pearson High School pupil Kiyara Constable has earned selection for the South African U18 Hockey 5s team set to compete at the inaugural FIH Junior World Cup in Egypt.

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theherald.co.za

@heraldlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:54:33

Cardoso demands more aggression from Sundowns against Wiliete in Caf second leg

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has called for a more aggressive and attacking approach from his side as they prepare to face Wiliete SC in the second leg of their CAF soccer encounter at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria on Thursday. The Brazilians were held to a goalless draw by the Angolan outfit in the first leg, leaving the tie finely balanced ahead of the return fixture, when Sundowns will be determined to make home advantage count and secure progression to the next round.

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theherald.co.za

@heraldlive Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:57:13

St Andrewâ s retain title as Clarendon clinch maiden win at Woodridge water polo

St Andrewâ s College and Clarendon Girlsâ showed their mettle on their way to clinching top honours at the Woodridge Stayers water polo tournament recently. The event took place over four days at the Thornhill school last weekend, culminating in the finals on Sunday. In their run to the boysâ title, St Andrewâ s were unbeaten in their pool, while Clarendon also proved too strong for their opponent in the girlsâ section.