thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:17:52

Rating the four Springbok debutants: New boys impress big time

The Springboks' four debutants all impressed in a 43-0 demolition of Wales at Kings Park, with each earning their stripes in different ways.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:18:04

Did Orlando Pirates find DDC players to replace Nkota, Mofokeng and Mbokazi?

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has identified DDC players who can emulate the likes of Nkota and Mofoekng.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:00:00

In case you missed it: Feroz Khan leaves hospital | Hammanskraal residents to get clean water | Fuel price pain

Catch up on the biggest stories of Saturday, 18 July 2026 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:46:34

Sublime Springboks demolish hapless Wales

The Springboks completed an unbeaten mid-year Test run with a record win against Wales in Durban on Saturday.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:00:36

Mashatile launches Babanango Communal Water Supply Scheme in KZN

This will bring safe drinking water to communities that have long struggled with unreliable supply.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:11:36

Deschamps' last dance, Mbappe chases record as France take on England

The Miami match will bring down the curtain on Deschamps' 14-year reign.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:17:32

Police respond to cash-in-transit heist on N3 in Durban

Suspects are believed to have fled the scene with an undisclosed amount of cash.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:27:35

Three wanted suspects arrested at Musina repatriation centre

Matsaung says suspects wanted for murder, rape and robbery were flagged during fingerprint checks.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:25:17

9 changes confirmed: Kaizer Chiefs starting XI vs Elche CF in Spain

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed their starting line-up to face Elche CF on Saturday in their third pre-season friendly after drawing 1-1 against both Rangers FC and Al-Kholood.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:26:03

Antonelli pips Verstappen to take pole at Belgian Grand Prix

"Tomorrow is another day, with Max starting next to me it will be important to get a good start and be ahead into Turn 5."

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:27:56

WATCH: Nearly R32k donated to BMW security guard after 'bullying' incident

The 27-year-old security guard said he will use the money to expand his bakery business.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:15:58

Mabuyane vows to address Bizana service delivery

The Premier was part of the Mandela museum's Mandela Day activities in Bizana.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:21:40

Sandile Zungu launches campaign for SAFA's top job

He launched his campaign in Johannesburg at a packed function attended by football legends.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:15:51

Orlando Pirates starting XI vs Cadiz CF

Orlando Pirates have named the starting XI for the pre-season clash against Cádiz CF in Marbella.

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africanews.com

@africanews Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:56:16

U.S., Iran trade fire for seventh consecutive day

The United States and Iran exchanged strikes aimed at infrastructure and military targets on Saturday as an Iranian negotiator said Tehran had suspended its commitments under the interim deal with the U.S. â snapping another fragile thread as the war shows no end in sight

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:23:59

Eastern Cape automotive industry faces survival threat: NUMSA

NUMSA's Irvin Jim warns factory closures and retrenchments threaten Eastern Cape's auto industry.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:29:23

Only two of 11 municipalities need urgent intervention: Lesufi

Gauteng Premier says only the Emfuleni and Merafong municipalities require urgent intervention.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:31:33

Iran executes man accused of killing security during 2022 protests

Rights groups allege Iran uses torture-forced confessions to convict protesters. Iran denies this.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:39:15

Welsh fans back team to beat Springboks

The Springboks go against Wales in Round 3 of the inaugural Nations Championship.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:26:47

Cool conditions expected in SA on Sunday with rain in some parts

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 19 July 2026.