Eskom to tackle illegal connections after Philippi businesses meet deputy minister

South Africa secures R7.4 billion loan for new Limpopo hospital and water infrastructure

Black Coffee's R7.7 million legal WIN over missing supercar

Black Coffee has scored a legal win in the Johannesburg High Court over an undelivered R7.7-million supercar. Here's what went down …

WEATHER: Cloudy skies and strong winds expected across parts of SA

Planning a Saturday outing? Here is what to expect from the weather across KZN, Free State and North West this weekend.

Norwegians mourn King Harald as son succeeds to throne

King Haakon VIII has succeeded his late father, His Majesty King Harald V, as the 65th monarch of the Kingdom of Norway.

Currie Cup result: Lions beat Stormers to keep semi hopes alive

The Lions scored five tries to the two by the Stormers.

Kolisi credits coaches for improving Springbok longevity as 100 club grows

The Springboks had six centurions before 2022 and have welcomed a further five players to the club since.

GWM's 3.0-litre P500 and Tank 500 priced at Kyalami Festival of Motoring

Both models will officially be launched in the middle of September.

MK party names Bongani Baloyi as Joburg mayoral candidate ahead of polls

MK party unveiled six metro mayoral candidates, including Baloyi for Johannesburg

In case you missed it: Morero's sh*tty moment | Masemola asks NPA to withdraw charges | Mkhwanazi remains in custody

Catch up on the biggest stories of Friday, 28 August 2026, that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.

Six months into Iran War there is no end in sight to the conflict

As life continues in Iran despite economic hardship, the war has settled into a stalemate with mediated talks failing to produce a peace deal.

Ferry breakdown leaves Robben Island visitors stranded before return to Cape Town

Why these 5 cars dominate Zimbabwean roads but are rarely seen in South Africa

Discover why certain cars dominate Zimbabwean roads but are rarely seen in South Africa, from Japanese imports to fuel-efficient models.

â We only tried to save our livesâ : Algerians survey wildfire devastation

Authorities recorded nearly 2,000 fires across Algeria in July alone, underscoring the growing challenge facing communities already vulnerable to extreme heat and dry conditions.

Israeli strikes hit Gaza shelters, killing four amid deteriorating camp conditions

Israeli strikes killed at least four people in Gaza, hitting a tent shelter and worsening conditions in overcrowded camps plagued by pests and poor sanitation.

Israeli activists urge EU in Jerusalem protest: â silence is complicityâ on Gaza

Around a dozen Israeli activists gathered outside European Union representative offices in east Jerusalem on 28 August, calling on the bloc to take a stronger position on the war in Gaza.

Brevis heroics fall short as Namibia stun Proteas – again

Namibia earned their second successive T20 victory over the higher-ranked Proteas.

UN and partners strengthen Ebola preparedness in South Sudan border town

Humanitarian organisations warn there is a significant risk of a spillover due to extensive cross-border trade and travel between the two countries.

Sudan lifts two-year curfew in Khartoum amid ongoing war

Sudan has lifted a two-year-old night-time curfew and a state of emergency in the capital, Khartoum, in a move authorities say will allow residents to move and work around the clock.

Getting ready for a hotter summer? Don't forget your pet needs a plan too

With forecasters warning of a hotter-than-normal summer ahead, animal welfare experts have some timely advice worth taking seriously this year especially.