citizen.co.za

@citizen Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:01:00

Springboks warned about All Blacks' brutal breakdown tricks

The Boks' management team have been in contact with the URC teams to get info on the tourists' game.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:20:00

Lotto and Lotto Plus results: Wednesday, 19 August 2026 [WATCH]

A total of R21 million in jackpots is up for grabs tonight. Here are your Lotto and Lotto Plus results for 19 August 2026.

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africanews.com

@africanews Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:35:52

Inflation and security top voter concerns as Nigeria election campaign kicks off

Campaigning for Nigeriaâ s general election got underway on Wednesday and voters are already making one thing clear: they want straight answers from the candidates about how theyâ ll improve the lives of citizens.

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africanews.com

@africanews Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:37:55

Sudan war: 318 RSF fighters defect to army in latest blow to paramilitary

Sudanâ s army says 318 Rapid Support Forces fighters, including four commanders, have defected and joined its ranks in the latest apparent surrender by paramilitary personnel. The move comes as defections increase and fighting continues to devastate the country more than three years into the war.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:47:54

Reiger Park murder accused was on out bail during latest killings

Collis' case has raised concerns about bail being granted to accused persons facing serious charges.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:36:56

CPUT students stage sit-in over residence evacuation

CPUT management had given the students a deadline of 4pm to vacate residences.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:39:59

Zambia's opposition leader to challenge election result in court

The election commission declared Hichilema the winner with about 60% of valid votes.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:06:43

Central African Republic gold mine collapse kills over 100

The mine collapse happened on Tuesday in the village of Zamboye, near the border with Cameroon.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:32:23

Former Sundowns and Bafana Bafana star set for shock move to India

Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder Bongani Zungu looks set for another overseas adventure.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:34:43

WEATHER: Morning fogs and RAIN expected in parts of KwaZulu-Natal

Take a detailed look at what the weather has in store for South Africa's nine provinces this Thursday, 20 August 2026.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:51:50

Cape Town dam levels 13% lower than last year, still no rain in sight

Cape Town's dams are holding 77.4% of their combined capacity, but levels remain well below those recorded at the same time last year.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:40:23

Man suspected of ex's murder killed in shootout with Free State cops

Circumstances surrounding the suspect's death will be investigated by the Independent Police Investigative Directorate.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:11:23

24 hours in pictures, 19 August 2026

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

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africanews.com

@africanews Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:19:41

Chad welcomes back French military less than two years ending defence agreement

Less than two years after France handed back its last military base in Chad, the two countries appear to be rebuilding their military ties.

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africanews.com

@africanews Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:20:10

Kenya helicopter crash kills seven in Samburu, including six tourists

Seven people, including six tourists and the pilot, have died after a helicopter came down near Mount Ololokwe in central Kenya, according to air accident officials.

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africanews.com

@africanews Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:27:30

South Africa: Consumer inflation rate eases in July for first time in five months

Statistics SA attributes the slowdown to softer food inflation, slower municipal tariff increases, and lower fuel prices.

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africanews.com

@africanews Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:32:41

Wembanyama named France captain as star returns to Les Bleus

Victor Wembanyama has been named captain of France for four games in August, marking a new leadership role for the NBA star as he returns to the national team. The 22-year-old will lead a squad featuring veterans Rudy Gobert and Evan Fournier in World Cup qualifying.

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