WEATHER: Fine and cold to cool conditions expected in several parts of SA

Take a detailed look at what the weather has in store for South Africa's nine provinces this Thursday, 16 July 2026.

SA referee Aimee Barrett-Theron stands down to fight illness

'For now, I'll be stepping away from refereeing while I focus on treatment and recovery.'

24 hours in pictures, 15 July 2026

Through the lens: The Citizen's Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.

How big is the impact of the Middle East war on global travel?

Days of back-and-forth strikes by the US and Iran have shaken the Middle East. The interim deal to end the conflict is in tatters. Now there are fears the region could tip back into all-out war.

More health workers strike in Ituri province, at the heart of Congoâ s Ebola outbreak

More health workers went on strike in Bunia in eastern Congo on Wednesday, becoming the latest group to walk off the job over unpaid salaries at the center of the country's Ebola outbreak.

Ukraine: Six dead as Russia targets Sumy and Odesa

Emergency crews battled fires and searched damaged buildings across Ukraine on Tuesday 15 July after Russian strikes on the cities of Sumy and Odesa killed six people and injured at least 20 others, according to regional authorities.

Po river choked by algae bloom as Italy battles heat and navigability woes

Italy is stepping up efforts to clear thick algae from the River Po in Turin after weeks of high temperatures accelerated its spread along the countryâ s longest river.

Top SA referee stands down after cancer diagnosis

Trailblazing female South African referee Aimee Barrett-Theron has stood down with immediate effect following a cancer diagnosis.

Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs and Sundowns in race for R22 million star's signature

Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns have joined Kaizer Chiefs in the race for the R22 million Bafana Bafana star.

Bride's wedding vows spark laughter and debate across Mzansi – WATCH

A bride has gone viral after reciting her Zulu wedding vows in a voice that left South Africans amused and debating her background.

Confirmed: Three new players in Orlando Pirates starting 11 vs Cordoba

Orlando Pirates have confirmed their starting line-up against Spanish side Córdoba CF. Kick-off is at 19:00 at the Marbella Football Center.

Geely makes Coolray more affordable through new finance deals

Monthly instalments for Chinese carmaker's new SUV starts at under R4 000.

Messi, Bellingham and history collide in Argentina-England semi final

Wednesday's clash in Atlanta arrives carrying decades of soccer drama, political baggage, and more.

Metro Police on high alert to prevent looting at Marble Towers: MMC

City of Johannesburg officials embarked on a raid to demolish structures at Marble Towers.

Hawks seek help in locating vanished Eastern Cape fraudster ordered to repay victims R610,000

Enshi Suobuya Stone Forest in China Launches Rich Cultural Experiences to Welcome Southeast Asian Tourists

ENSHI, CHINA Media OutReach Newswire 15 July 2026 With Chinas inbound visa-free policies continuing to be optimized, the Suobuya Stone Forest Scenic Area, located in Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hubei Province, is welcoming Southeast Asian tourists with a refreshed experience. Known as the Worlds First Ordovician Stone Forest, this 460-million-year-old The post Enshi Suobuya Stone Forest in China Launches Rich Cultural Experiences to Welcome Southeast Asian Tourists appeared first on SurgeZirc SA.

Kenyan Rastafarians disappointed after court ruling denies cannabis use

Rastafarians in Kenya express disappointment and a determination to appeal, after a court refused to grant them the right to smoke weed on religious grounds on Wednesday

Iran displays new banner showing Trump lying in casket in central Tehran

This comes as Iran's supreme leader on Saturday vowed revenge for the US-Israeli killing of his father and predecessor, hours after President Donald Trump warned against any attempt to assassinate him.

Ramaphosa argues public hearing into conduct would be humiliating

Ramaphosa wants the Parliamentary process suspended pending the review of the Section 89 report.

Madlanga Commission to subpoena Carrim's medical records

This comes after Carrim was allegedly seen at a Western Cape shopping centre.