Elizabeth Moselakgomo's uncle praises eight-year-old daughter for raising alarm after mother's disappearance

Ndamane ready for challenge as Sundowns shift focus to Al-Ahli

"When you play for Sundowns, you should always be ready," he said.

24 hours in pictures, 14 September 2026

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

AI creators step up calls for a slowdown as fears of a rogue takeover grow

AI leaders across the sector are calling to slow down the development of the powerful technology, as concerns mount over the risks of "superintelligent" computer systems.

No end in sight to Sudan's worsening public health crisis?

Sudan is grappling with a severe public health crisis as multiple infectious diseases spread across several regions amid ongoing armed conflict and a weakened medical system. The country's healthcare system has been devastated by more than three years of armed conflict.

Devotees flock to Mumbai and Hyderabad as Ganesh Chaturthi begins

India began its annual Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations on Monday, 14 September, as Hindu families and community groups installed brightly decorated idols of Ganesha in homes and public shrines.

'I enjoy spending time in the kitchen': Former Springbok captain John Smit beats a fan in a cook-off

The cook-off was hosted by former Springbok player Steven Kitshoff.

Taking collagen? Here's what it can't do for you

Thinking of buying collagen supplements? Here's what the science says about skin, joints, ageing claims and what collagen can really do.

Planning to meet someone from a dating app? Here is what you need to do

How Australia turned Kondo Simfukwe into a cultural chameleon

If Zambia forged internationally respected speaker, host, and emcee Kondo Simfukwe's core worldview, his teenage relocation to Australia opened a complex Pandora's box of identity and self-discovery.

Why Orlando Pirates need to find balance as PSL duties resume

Orlando Pirates return to PSL action on 17 September, with domestic and continental aspirations putting pressure on them.

Treasury sounds alarm on municipal finances, but here's a plan to fix service delivery

DG warns finance minister might withhold municipal equitable share transfers in December.

JUST IN: Woman escapes alleged abduction as Kempton Park murder fears grow

A woman has escaped an alleged abduction in Kempton Park as police investigate the deaths of five women in and around the area

Here are 5 myths South Africans still believe about wills – but shouldn't

Understanding the facts about wills is an important part of effective estate planning

Julius Mkhwanazi granted bail in blue lights case, remains in custody on murder charge

SAPS rules out serial killer in Kempton Park deaths

Police say investigators are no longer pursuing the serial killer theory in the Kempton Park deaths, but have not revealed why.

Fatal taxi rollover crash on Hospital Bend in Cape Town

A taxi overturned on the N2 at Hospital Bend in Cape Town early on Monday morning, leaving one person dead and 20 others injured.

Julius Mkhwanazi granted R10k bail in blue lights case

The Germiston Magistrate's Court granted suspended EMPD Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi R10,000 bail in the blue lights case.

SASSA announces ALL October payment dates for 2026

SASSA has released its October payment schedule, confirming exactly when older persons, disability and child grant recipients will get paid.

Changan Star commercial range returns priced from below R190 000

Revived line-up spans five models, all with a single drivetrain option, more specification than the erstwhile Chana Star range.