theherald.co.za

@heraldlive Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:32:51

Reverse swing could return in Gqeberha, says Hazlewood

Josh Hazlewood believes pitch conditions at St Georgeâ s Park will dictate whether reverse swing again plays a decisive role in the second Test, while South Africa prepares to welcome back Kagiso Rabada.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:39:50

Pensioners get an early payday as SASSA rewrites the November schedule

Older Persons Grant recipients won't wait for November this time around, after SASSA confirmed a rare payment calendar shift.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:52:00

The asylum directive is gone, but the court ruling isn't. Here's what happens next

The Home Affairs asylum directive lasted less than two weeks. Here's why it was withdrawn, and what happens next in court.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:10:42

Three changes: Orlando Pirates' expected starting 11 vs African Stars

Orlando Pirates visit Namibia's African Stars in the CAF Champions League. Here is the expected starting line-up.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:41:46

Ethiopia appoints interim Tigray government

Ethiopian Prime Minister announced Friday the establishment of an interim administration in the northern Tigray region after recent clashes.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:44:58

Gauteng releases 300 000 school placement offers for 2027

The GDE acknowledged that demand for places at certain schools exceeds their available capacity

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:49:45

Is this why Remgro shares are trading at a discount of 36%?

'Capital allocation remains the Achilles' heel of this business' - fund manager

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:16:40

City scratches its head over 160 sick in Tshwane

The DA said it will open a criminal case over the water plant.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:00:00

LIVE: IEC briefing on Constitutional Court judgment

Electoral Commission of South Africa briefing on the outcome of the Constitutional Court judgment.

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dailydispatch.co.za

@dispatchlive Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:32:51

Reverse swing could return in Gqeberha, says Hazlewood

Josh Hazlewood believes pitch conditions at St Georgeâ s Park will dictate whether reverse swing again plays a decisive role in the second Test, while South Africa prepares to welcome back Kagiso Rabada.

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dailydispatch.co.za

@dispatchlive Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:59:36

Buffalo City Metro deploys R40m refuse fleet to clean up Mdantsane

Ten new refuse trucks are expected to roll out across Mdantsane soon after the Buffalo City Metro handed over the vehicles for use in the township's wards.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:24:10

The best areas of Kruger National Park for a self-drive safari

Not sure where to drive in Kruger National Park? These areas offer some of the park's best wildlife opportunities.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:25:00

PSL title race: Sundowns and Pirates' crunch fixtures

Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns are separated by just 1 point. Here are the matches that could make all the difference.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:33:03

Elon Musk unveils Tesla's 'flying' car

Tesla CEO Elon Musk unveiled a flying car equipped with thrusters during a livestreamed event at a SpaceX facility on Thursday.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:35:56

BREAKING NEWS: Lions rugby player found dead in hotel shower

The Lions were due to face La Rochelle in a Champions Cup rugby match on Saturday evening.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:39:17

SA's advertising boom raises questions over who benefits

Digital platforms and retail media are reshaping the market as traditional publishers and broadcasters face mounting pressure on advertising revenues

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techcentral.co.za

@techcentral Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:17:57

Africa's mobile operators pay more for less spectrum, GSMA says

South Africa fares better than most of the continent, according to the operators' lobby group.

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techcentral.co.za

@techcentral Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:46:36

South Africa's ATM network faces its biggest overhaul in decades

The Reserve Bank wants all of South Africa's ATMs white-labelled, with free transactions below a threshold, starting with a pilot in January.

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africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:07:12

Turkey: Worst rainfall in 80 years unleashes deadly floods near Istanbul

Torrential rain has turned streets into rivers near Istanbul, overturning vehicles and cutting off power. At least 3 people have died and 5 remain missing as emergency crews clear the wreckage.

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africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:01:50

IMF raises Africa growth outlook, warns of shrinking aid

The International Monetary Fund raisedÂ its growth forecast for sub-Saharan Africa to 4.5% this year and its Africa Director Zeine Zeidane praised the continent's resilience.