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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:07:01

ANC throws lifeline to mayoral candidates left off final list released by IEC

The ANC national leadership has offered a lifeline to senior provincial politicians whose names were left off the final PR candidate lists for the upcoming municipal elections, assuring that they may be added to council PR lists after the elections.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:40:45

Parties skip final council meeting to campaign

Nelson Mandela Bayâ s final council meeting before the local government elections collapsed on Tuesday as the majority of councillors opted to focus on campaigning instead.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:42:26

Bartle siblings storm through an Algoa Rally thriller

Ross and Roxanne Bartle delivered a determined performance at the Algoa National Rally, securing third place overall in Round 6 of the National Championship despite challenging weather and road conditions.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:43:19

Gardens pull in ex-Bok coaching duo ahead of crunch Gold Cup clash

In a tactical masterstroke, Gardens have roped in the services of former Springbok coaches Allister Coetzee and Matt Proudfoot to help them prepare for a blockbuster second-round Pick n Pay Gold Cup showdown against Saldanha on Saturday.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:47:24

Battery storage system gives Kouga powerful new energy option

Kouga Local Municipality is leading the charge to reduce electricity costs, strengthen the power grid and benefit residents with South Africaâ s first municipal-scale battery energy storage system.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:49:01

Two challengers take on ANC in KwaNobuhle ward race

Two community figures are challenging the ANC in Ward 47, saying frustration over poor services, scarce jobs and the state of KwaNobuhle has prompted them to stand in the local government elections.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:51:24

Junior King dancers turn on the magic in Cape Town

Junior King Foundation dancers have honoured their late founderâ s legacy by securing three podium finishes at the Global Dance Supreme competition in Cape Town.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:01:00

Malema wins right to appeal firearm convictions

EFF leader Julius Malema has been granted leave to appeal his firearm-related convictions by the Makhanda High Court after being previously denied by a regional court.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:56:13

Furious Fury says row between rival promoters could scupper Joshua bout

Tyson Fury claims his highly anticipated fight with Anthony Joshua is in jeopardy due to a dispute between rival promoters, particularly Eddie Hearn and UFC president Dana White.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:56:36

Iinyathi shed light on surprise enrolment of veteran Gqamane

The Eastern Cape Iinyathi have temporarily enlisted 37-year-old veteran Ayabulela Gqamane for the Pro20 Cup due to injury concerns among key players.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:56:58

All Blacks name veteran Taylor captain as Moâ unga seizes 10 jersey

Richie Moâ unga has been named to start at flyhalf for the All Blacks in the upcoming Bledisloe Cup matches against Australia, after the injury to Ruben Love.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:57:28

Manchester Cityâ s Premier League charges: What comes next?

Manchester Cityâ s fate in a legal battle with the Premier League is yet to be sealed, but reports that they have been found guilty of widespread financial misconduct have sparked speculation of what comes next.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:57:57

Ex-All Black Plummer â sureâ New Zealand will find Super Rugby solution

Former New Zealand flyhalf Harry Plummer said he was confident rugby bosses in the country could find a â correct solutionâ for the domestic game, amid reports that changes are afoot for Super Rugby.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:58:28

Mdaka aims to defend Afcon after Cosafa success

Amajita have already qualified for the Afcon in Ghana after reaching the final of the Cosafa and Mdaka said this is a good start in their preparations for that tournament.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:58:52

Return of Mbatha and Makgopa boosts Pirates before final against Sundowns

Attackers Mohau Nkota and Andre de Jong are also making progress in their rehabilitation

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:59:26

Defeated Boks learnt lessons ahead of World Cup, says Wiese

Even though losing to the Wallabies in Perth was a bitter pill to swallow, the Springboks learnt several valuable lessons ahead of the 2027 World Cup, loose forward Jasper Wiese said.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:59:49

Iinyathi upset over Dragons first of many to come in Pro20 against division 1 outfits - Langa

While the talk since the Pro20 Cup was formally announced has been about Division 2 teams being under pressure to deliver against those in the top flight, Eastern Cape Iinyathi bowler Sithembile Langa says it is actually the opposite.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 18:00:10

Mthi camp lodges protest for Mathontsi loss

The camp of female boxer Okuhle Mthi has lodged a complaint to Boxing SA over her loss to Nozwelethu Mathontsi at Hope Schools in Summerpride, KuGompo City at the weekend.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 18:00:40

Each injury tells a different story, says Proteas doctor

The Proteasâ growing hamstring injury list has highlighted the challenges of managing fast-bowling workloads, but CSA chief medical officer Hashendra Ramjee says there is no single explanation for the setbacks.

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@heraldlive Tue, 29 Sep 2026 18:01:06

Gingqi promoter pledges support despite shocking SA title loss

The camp of recently vanquished former SA champion Asanda Gingqi will stick by him in a bid to bring him back after his devastating knockout loss at the weekend.