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ActionSA has suspended its Tshwane candidate, Malesela Teffo, a disbarred advocate. The suspension highlights the party's strict internal disciplinary measures in a key metropolitan battleground.
A public Afrikaans-medium school has reportedly clinched the top spot in South Africa's school rankings, beating out expensive private institutions. Charging just R5,600 per month, the school highlights the high value of top-tier public education amid rising living costs.
The Western Cape provincial government has demonstrated its commitment to the local clothing and textile industry during a visit to apparel manufacturer Ciovita. The engagement highlights ongoing efforts to bolster regional manufacturing amid global economic challenges.
An opinion piece from The Citizen highlights the impressive dominance of South African golfers on the DP World Tour. Analysts suggest this strong international showing bodes well for the future of the nation's golf pipeline.
A North West court has sentenced an attacker to life imprisonment plus an additional 15 years for raping and robbing a jogger. The heavy sentence highlights ongoing efforts to combat gender-based violence and improve public safety.
South African weather authorities have issued high-level Orange Level 5 and 6 warnings for disruptive rain in KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape on Friday, 18 September 2026. Residents are urged to prepare for potential localized flooding and travel disruptions.
The R14 million fraud case involving the suspended KwaZulu-Natal correctional services boss has been postponed. The case links the suspended official to allegations involving the controversial company Bosasa.
South Africa has reclaimed its place in the international creative arena with its featured presence at the BRICS Fashion Summit. While specific designer lineups remain unconfirmed, the event offers crucial global market access for the local fashion industry.
The third victim of the tragic Kempton Park killings has been officially identified as Dineo Motapane. As Gauteng police continue their investigation, the local community is calling for urgent answers and increased safety measures.
Prominent South African figures Steve Hofmeyr and Kallie Kriel have welcomed reported US visa restrictions, describing them as 'long overdue'. The developments, which involve US political figure Marco Rubio, have sparked intense diplomatic and public debate in South Africa.
A major search and rescue operation has been launched on Cape Town's Table Mountain for a missing hiker. Authorities and rescue teams are working urgently, though specific details regarding the hiker's identity and route remain unconfirmed.
A former prosecutor from the Northern Cape has been handed a prison sentence for sexually assaulting their partner. The conviction highlights the ongoing struggle against intimate partner violence and demonstrates that legal officials are not exempt from justice.
