thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:46:44

NEW evidence emerges in sardine mortality investigation

Laboratory testing has confirmed the presence of pilchard herpesvirus (PHV) genetic material in sardines linked to the recent mass mortality event along South Africa's West Coast.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:07

Joe Jonas's steamy Sardinia summer at Costa Smeralda (Pics)

Joe Jonas was spotted enjoying a Sardinia getaway with girlfriend Tatiana Gabriela, and by all accounts, he's never looked happier.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:00

Chiefs' Velebayi delighted for 'brother' Baartman ahead of Sundowns clash

'Baartman getting his first goal ... was inspiring for me,' said Velebayi on Thursday

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:00

Kia Tasman hits back at critics by being a daringly impressive bakkie

Underneath its polarising exterior resides a more than competent first bakkie attempt.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:09:18

Zille warns DA councillor candidates not to steal from the public

Zille says DA councillors should embody values of servanthood.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:12:46

'I was hoping this wouldn't make it online': Lasizwe as his Bryanston home gets listed for R3.8 million

Lasizwe also responded to claims that his siblings had taken him to court over ownership of the property.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:15:07

The life insurance mistakes costing South Africans their claims

Here's how to avoid them .

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techcentral.co.za

@techcentral Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:13:48

TCS | Herotel CEO Van Zyl Botha on beating Starlink to South Africa

Van Zyl Botha explains how Herotel is bringing Amazon Leo to South Africa ahead of its bigger rival, Starlink.

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africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:50:26

Colombia earthquake: Dog rescued alive as 72-hour window closes

Colombia rescuers treated a dog pulled alive from earthquake rubble in Cali on Thursday, as emergency teams made a final push to find survivors before the critical 72-hour window closed.

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africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:56:15

Vietnam police seize nearly 1.2 tonnes of ivory hidden in timber logs

Vietnamese police have seized nearly 1.2 tonnes of ivory at Quy Nhon port, in Gia Lai province.

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africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:06:43

Turkey urges Egypt to join its defence pact with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan

The trilateral deal signed last week stipulates that an attack on any of the three states will be treated as an attack on all.

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africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:11:52

In quake-hit Cali, â hugs hereâ station brings comfort amid rubble

In quake-hit Cali, residents find comfort at a â hugs hereâ station, as Andres Solomon and volunteers share solidarity while rescuers clear rubble.

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africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:37:28

From Research to the Field: Transforming Africaâ s Seed Systems

On the occasion of its 20th anniversary, AGRA looks back on a transformation that starts with a seed, but goes far beyond it.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:26:40

Kaizer Chiefs without EIGHT top stars for Sundowns clash

Kaizer Chiefs may have had a promising start to the season but they are struggling with depth as eight of their players are sidelined.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:29:38

Three players who could decide the Kaizer Chiefs vs Sundowns showdown

Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns renew their rivalry at FNB Stadium on Saturday. With plenty at stake, no team wants to lose.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:40:39

Kaizer Chiefs thank God for this surprise star

Baartman has been a bright spot.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:26:19

MEC urges road users to prioritise safety as Gauteng tackles road fatalities

The department said it is in the process of upgrading ageing bridges to improve safety, structural integrity and traffic flow.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:34:11

Expresso, Afternoon Express presenter Ayanda G. Thabethe to represent SA at Miss Cosmo 2026

Ayanda G. Thabethe has been named Miss Cosmo South Africa 2026, marking her pageantry comeback with two new empowerment initiatives ahead of her trip to Vietnam.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:37:39

Jozi FM board denies CEO suspension claims

The board issued a statement addressing reports about the station's executive leadership and the cancellation of presenter and service provider contracts.

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techcentral.co.za

@techcentral Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:48:37

Blu Label's earnings just fell off a cliff – on paper

The damage is in the accounting rather than at the trading level, but shareholders face a big swing from profit to loss.