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Government needs to invest in career guidance as something every child deserves, writes Zikhona Dlaza

Rising star Nsikelelo Mthiyane is on top of her game as the lead in Amalanga Awafani, but she had to overcome frequent rejection and delays on her journey.

Following a day of record breaking bank holiday heat, heatwave conditions continue for many. Simon King looks at how many more days of heat you can expect.

The campaign will outline the IEC’s readiness to hold the elections and raise awareness on processes

Phase one Rand Water maintenance from May 29 to June 2 may leave some areas with low or no water.

DJ Warras was shot dead in the Johannesburg CBD in December last year.

Kenny Morolong says the murder of Molosankwe is a major loss to SA at large.

The country has recorded more than 60,000 suspected cases of measles in just over two months.

Workers were seen assembling domed arches and a staging area on the South Lawn in preparation for next month’s event.

Ten people were injured and an unknown number are missing after a tank ruptured at a paper mill in Longview, Washington.

Nasa plans to send hopping drones and roving vehicles to the Moon as part of plans for a permanent Moon base.

Eswatini has signed a $300 million agreement with Taiwan to build a massive strategic oil reserve but the project is raising difficult questions in a country battling deepening poverty, soaring unemployment and allegations of elite enrichment

Cyril Ramaphosa argues that the authors of the report “misconceived” their mandate.

The United Arab Emirates has denied any involvement in the civil war and says it investigates alleged links.

DR Congo fans hoping to watch their side’s return to the World Cup face a major hurdle as the US imposes travel restrictions following the latest Ebola outbreak.

Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Wednesday, 27 May 2026.

KANU Commercial Body Construction has officially opened its new manufacturing facility in Gqeberha. 

More than half of parents of disabled children and young people are skipping meals to pay their bills.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has filed court papers to review the Section 89 Independent Panel Report.

Secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has warned senior ANC veterans, including Thabo Mbeki, against publicly criticising the party, while defending the ANC’s record during Jacob Zuma’s presidency and asserting his authority at Luthuli House

ANC has instructed former Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe to resign.

Tensions are rising in several parts of the country over the influx of undocumented foreigners.

Not an ideal distraction for the player.

Cardiff to chase an upset when travelling to Stormers for their first United Rugby Championship play-off quarter-final.

The search for the next Kaizer Chiefs head coach is well and truly on. The latest report says Amakhosi shortlisted Sven Vandenbroeck.

Tottenham will launch a review focusing on the “unusual” spate of anterior cruciate ligament injuries recently suffered by key players.

Layla Kolbe: ‘While leaving Japan is emotional for us, we know this decision was made from love and truly being obedient to God’s calling.’

SASSA has confirmed June 2026 payment dates for older persons, disability and children’s grants. Here is exactly when to expect your money.

A Sea Point apartment the size of a single garage – listed for R2,4 million – has shocked social media users…

‘Turd’ 2.0? Gareth Cliff had this to say about Naledi Pandor becoming a victim of a traumatic home invasion…

Because small-scale farmers don’t hold title to their land, banks will not advance them loans… so they have few options.

Pretoria High Court rules farmers may procure FMD vaccines lawfully. Saai calls judgment victory.

Initiative brings MiDesks to paediatric wards after doctor saw girl studying. Teachers use wheeled desks for bedside lessons during long stays.

Global health figures estimate that between five and 10 per cent of people infected with TB bacteria will eventually develop active tuberculosis.

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