The reopened inquest into the death of anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko has been temporarily halted after his family secured an urgent order from the Gqeberha High Court. Also see: Man behind bars for stealing bronze fists from Steve Biko Tombstone The ruling was handed down on Wednesday, 9 September 2026, following an urgent application by […]
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President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared 4 November 2026 a public holiday to allow South Africans to vote in the local government elections. Also see: IEC reports sharp rise in candidates for November local elections The declaration, made under the Public Holidays Act, formally completes the legal process for the election day to be recognised as a nationwide public […]
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Getting a child to brush their teeth can feel like a battle you have to fight twice a day. But making oral hygiene part of their routine from an early age can help protect their teeth and build habits that last. Also see: Teething troubles: Tips to soothe your baby Baby teeth may eventually fall out, […]
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On Tuesday, 8 September 2026, a light aircraft crashed at the intersection of the R101, New Road, and Old Pretoria Main Road in Glen Austin, Midrand, causing severe traffic disruptions. Also see: Family Mourns Zwelethu Tekete: Tragic Death During JMPD Training Officials head to the scene The Johannesburg Metro Police said that the Emergency Management […]
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Civil rights groups, business bodies, and ordinary consumers across South Africa are uniting in fierce opposition against Eskom’s latest tariff proposals. Also see: Eskom reports R30.3 billion profit for year ended March 2026 The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) recently opened public consultations on Eskom’s 2027/28 Retail Tariff Structural Adjustment (ERTSA), which outlines […]
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The 53-year-old man accused of fatally stabbing 21-year-old Tshepang Nyathi during Spring Day celebrations in Refilwe, Cullinan, has abandoned his bail application. Also see: 53-Year-old man to appear in court over Spring Day water-splash murder The accused appeared briefly at the Cullinan Magistrate’s Court outside Pretoria on Tuesday, 8 September 2026, where he faces a […]
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Indulge in the comforting delight of these flaky English pork & leek sausage rolls infused with aromatic sage and butter-fried leeks. Also see: Stir-fried pork with peanut and chilli Homemade pork & leek sausage rolls Makes approx. 32 rolls Prep Time: 20 minutes – Cooking Time: 25 to 35 minutes INGREDIENTS Sausage Rolls 1 leek, cleaned […]
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National Book Week is a timely reminder that reading can be more than entertainment. In South Africa, the annual initiative encourages people to make reading part of everyday life, with the 2026 theme ‘The Books of Our Lives’ highlighting the role books can play throughout our lives. Also see: How to cultivate a reading habit in […]
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The summer has not been kind in France. As of 2026, French wine production dropped by 6% from 2025 due to unprecedented heatwaves and droughts, which ultimately affected the crops. This was reported by the French agricultural ministry yesterday, the 07th of September 2026. Also see: National Red Wine Day: Choosing the right red wine for […]
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The Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) is preparing to welcome students back to its campuses on Monday, 14 September 2026, as the institution resumes academic activities following weeks of disruption caused by student protests. Also see: South African autumn graduation shows pride and style Academic activities were suspended on 18 August after protests at a […]
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In an era of relentless connectivity, South Africans are increasingly finding themselves caught in a cycle of digital fatigue. Between instant push notifications, high-pressure career demands, and the constant urge to stay updated on social media feeds, mental health experts warn that constant online exposure is quietly pushing urban professionals toward chronic exhaustion. Also see: […]
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Advocate Sandile Khumalo SC, one of the commissioners serving on the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, has allegedly been subjected to a sustained campaign of threats and intimidation, according to Advocates for Transformation (AFT). Also see: Feroz Khan dismissed from SAPS as Madlanga Inquiry and criminal case continue Sandile Khumalo receives alleged threats AFT, which represents […]
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