citizen.co.za

@citizen Sat, 15 Aug 2026 18:00:00

In case you missed it: Ferrari linked to Maumela to be sold | PHV detected in sardines | Man arrested after mother's death

Catch up on the biggest stories this Saturday, 15 August 2026, in our simple daily news update.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 15 Aug 2026 17:52:19

Zimbabwean boat accident death toll rises to 68

Investigations suggested the boat ⁠was overloaded when it went over during heavy winds.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 15 Aug 2026 17:05:09

Godi calls on voters to elect councillors who'll deliver services

The APC president says corruption remains a major problem in many municipalities.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 15 Aug 2026 17:21:40

16 motorists arrested for alleged drunk driving in Newcastle

The arrests were made during the first-ever End-of-Snow party.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sat, 15 Aug 2026 17:15:41

Weather: Morning fog and fresh coastal winds to affect parts of SA

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

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Sat, 15 Aug 2026 17:10:07

Currie Cup result: Pumas outclass error-ridden Stormers

The Pumas next host defending champions Griquas on Friday afternoon while the Stormers XXIII travel to Pretoria to face the struggling Vodacom Bulls XV.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Sat, 15 Aug 2026 17:13:38

Special Tribunal grants order for sale of Ferrari linked to 'Maumela syndicate', buyers already lined up

It is said to have been bought for just over R11 million in April 2022.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sat, 15 Aug 2026 16:41:32

Two mistakes which cost Kaizer Chiefs a win over Sundowns

Kaizer Chiefs took the lead against Mamelodi Sundowns but could not hold on. Here are two reasons why they failed to win.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 15 Aug 2026 16:04:54

5th man arrested over murder of Umngeni Municipality DA councillor

Nhlalayenza Ndlovu was murdered at his home in 2023 in front of his wife and children.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 15 Aug 2026 16:17:17

Sundowns deny Kaizer Chiefs third straight Betway Premiership win

The opening stages were evenly contested as both teams looked to settle into the match.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 15 Aug 2026 15:36:15

Bangladesh bowled out for 426 in first innings, lead by 228 runs

Bangladesh are playing their first test series ⁠in Australia in 23 years.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sat, 15 Aug 2026 15:49:45

Five big talking points from Kaizer Chiefs' 1-1 draw with Sundowns

Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns shared the spoils at FNB Stadium, but the 1-1 draw raised plenty of questions.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Sat, 15 Aug 2026 15:55:59

LATEST | Death toll in Zimbabwe ferry tragedy jumps to 68

The death toll after a ferry capsized on Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba this week has risen to 68 after more bodies were recovered on Saturday.

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techcentral.co.za

@techcentral Sat, 15 Aug 2026 15:30:59

Anthropic eyes $200-billion in revenue by 2028

Anthropic projects revenue of up to $200-billion by 2028, against a $47-billion run rate today, as it prepares for a mega-listing.

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africanews.com

@africanews Sat, 15 Aug 2026 14:41:40

Senegal hikes fuel prices amid surge in global oil markets

Senegal has raised fuel prices in a move the government says is necessary because of the sharp rise in global oil costs.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Sat, 15 Aug 2026 15:33:23

Meshoe urges South Africans to vote ACDP for change

The event was also used to unveil to people the ACDP Deputy President, Wayne Thring.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Sat, 15 Aug 2026 15:11:52

Phili strikes for Chiefs but Sundowns rally to earn draw

A draw was just about a fair result, as neither side really did enough to earn all three points.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Sat, 15 Aug 2026 15:14:24

Weather update: Here's what to expect on Sunday

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 16 August 2026.

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techcentral.co.za

@techcentral Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:42:42

Silver Lake said to be in talks to buy Workday

Silver Lake is said to be in talks to acquire Workday in a deal that would rank among the largest software buyouts in history.

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africanews.com

@africanews Sat, 15 Aug 2026 06:21:25

UN calls for negotiations to end the conflict in Mozambique

A military victory over jihadist insurgents in Mozambique's Cabo Delgado province does not appear imminent, according to a report by a United Nations special rapporteur released Friday.