WEATHER: Frost and fog patches set to blanket parts of SA

Take a detailed look at what the weather has in store for South Africa's nine provinces this Saturday, 15 August 2026.

South African lawmakers question effectiveness of army deployment against gang Violence

Officials have maintained that the military deployment is intended to supportâ not replaceâ long-term policing efforts, but lawmakers say urgent changes are needed if the operation is to have any meaningful impact.

Farming collaboration set to benefit Makgoba community

The Dept of Small Business Development partnered with farmers in multi-million rand project

The Daily Lotto results for Friday, 14 August 2026

Today's Daily Lotto jackpot stands at an estimated R450 000. If you want to win your share of the jackpot, you have to play!

Chiefs 0-2 Sundowns – Ex-Pirates and Amakhosi stars make bold prediction

Despite Chiefs' perfect start to the league season, Khanye and Tso believe Sundowns have too much quality for Amakhosi.

PowerBall and PowerBall Xtra results: Friday, 14 August 2026 [WATCH]

R92 million in jackpots are up for grabs! Here are your PowerBall and PowerBall Xtra results for 14 August 2026.

Daily Lotto results: Friday, 14 August 2026

A R450 000 jackpot is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto results for 13 August 2026.

The PowerBall and PowerBall XTRA results for Friday, 14 August 2026

Today's PowerBall jackpot stands at an estimated R80 million, while the PowerBall XTRA offers an estimated R12 million.

Currie Cup result: Griquas too good for Sharks in Kimberley

The home team scored eight tries and were also awarded a penalty try.

In case you missed it: Carrim no-show at Madlanga | SAA acting CEO on special leave | PODCAST: Baddie on a budget P2

Catch up on the biggest stories this Friday, 14 August 2026, in our simple daily news update.

Zambia resumes vote counting after election officials attacked

Zambia holds regular multi-party elections which are usually peaceful.

New Vhembe mayor 'ousts municipal manager'

The manager, Norman Kutama - often called "MM" by staff and friends - is reported to have resigned on Friday.

Northern Cape Premier Saul finally accepts MEC Makatong's resignation

The MEC resigned last month, citing improper interference by Saul in the work of the department.

UFH students continue protest over 'deteriorating' campus residences

Students complain of leaking roofs and unmanageable sanitation.

CPUT and BANKSETA partnership clears R11.6 million in student debt, unlocking qualifications for 141 graduates

'Homophobic' preacher on Cape Town mayor, 'LGBT free' vision

'Homophobic' preacher Oscar Bougardt has ruffled feathers with a Facebook post about his vision of running a 'LGBT -free' Cape Town.

'We need white football players' – Incoming Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane

Pitso Mosimane wants to see more white youngsters progress from school football into the professional game and playing for Bafana.

Bulls vs All Blacks: Final team line-ups, kick-off time, prediction

The All Blacks face their toughest assignment of their South African tour so far when they take on the Bulls at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.

Kaizer Chiefs face early season test of title credentials

Kaizer Chiefs will look to maintain their winning start to the Betway Premiership when they host Mamelodi Sundowns at FNB Stadium on Saturday.

China and Egypt launch second joint air force exercise

The exercises reflect growing defense ties between Beijing and Cairo as both countries expand military cooperation through joint training and strategic exchanges.