africanews.com

@africanews Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:21:36

Fourth group of deportees from US arrive in Eswatini

A US immigration attorney says the group of 11 people includes at least two who have legal protection that should have shielded them from deportation.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:49:03

FIXTURES: Orlando Pirates announce 5 matches in Spain

Orlando Pirates have confirmed five pre-season fixtures in Spain as they prepare to defend their Betway Premiership, MTN8 and Carling Knockout titles.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:15:00

The Lotto and Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto 5 Max results for Wednesday, 8 July 2026 (WATCH)

Today's Lotto jackpot stands at an estimated R14 million, while the Lotto Plus 1 offers R4 million and the Lotto 5 Max, R2.5 million.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:22:36

WEATHER: Rain and evening showers expected in one province

Wondering what the weather will be like this Thursday– Here's the outlook for KwaZulu-Natal, Free State and North West.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:33:40

Actor Seputla Sebogodi claps back at 'homeless' rumours

Seputla Sebogodi, known for playing soapie villain Kenneth Mashaba, clapped back at rumours claiming he was 'broke' and 'homeless'.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:35:00

The Daily Lotto results for Wednesday, 8 July 2026

Today's Daily Lotto jackpot stands at an estimated R500 000. If you want to win your share of the jackpot, you have to play!

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:58:53

'This is not goodbye forever': Orlando Pirates fan favourite pens farewell message

After ending his nine-year spell with Orlando Pirates, Thabiso Sesane has shared an emotional farewell message.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:35:33

SASSA announces ALL payment dates for August 2026

Grant recipients across South Africa can now plan ahead as the agency confirms exact payment dates for four categories.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:53:15

SASSA reveals fourth payment day linked to grant review process for August 2026

Some grant recipients could see their August payment delayed as SASSA links it to an important review requirement.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:34:40

Joburg gets surprise new mayoral candidate – with zero political experience

TV presenter and podcaster Ntsiki Mazwai is gunning for Joburg's top job after she was announced as the LAND Party's mayoral candidate...

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:20:17

Tshwane to implement 24-hour water outage affecting several suburbs

Tshwane residents supplied from a major reservoir face a full day without water this week as the city carries out infrastructure upgrades.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:50:00

'Rent-a-crowd': Mel and Peet Viljoen pay 'supporters' outside court?

Did Mel and Peet Viljoen hire a group of 'supporters' outside court where he made his formal bail application?

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:08:10

Eskom announces load rotation schedule for parts of Gauteng

Eskom rolls out a load rotation schedule for parts of Gauteng following substation damage, warning customers to stay alert.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:30:24

'It was probably the worst period': Fanele Zulu opens up about career struggles and lessons learned

Zulu is known for his role as Mgobhozi in Shaka iLembe.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:04:34

In case you missed it: 'More Zims coming to SA' | Possible fuel price relief | Morero assures Joburg residents

Catch up on the biggest stories of Wednesday, 8 July 2026 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:07:51

'Injuries have compromised her life': R650k for woman shot by police during Barberton protest

Fikile Angel Gininza was struck four times in the back with rubber bullets.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:20:00

Lotto and Lotto Plus results: Wednesday, 8 July 2026 [WATCH]

A total of R20.5 million in jackpots is up for grabs tonight. Here are your Lotto and Lotto Plus results for 8 July 2026.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:40:00

Daily Lotto results: Wednesday, 8 July 2026

A R500 000 jackpot is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto results for 8 July 2026.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:38:42

National Treasury probes suspended Saps procurement boss Fani over alleged influence of transversal contracts

Forensic investigators will test Madlanga commission claims that suspended Saps supply chain chief rigged contracts while at Treasury.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:17:17

Suspended Ekurhuleni legal services head Kemi Behari and four other suspects arrested

Behari was implicated at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.