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LUNGELO MKAMBA | Twenty years on: How Sassa changed and supported vulnerable South Africans
Twenty years ago, South Africa made a quiet but profound promise to its most vulnerable citizens
SATURDAY, 02 MAY 2026, 09:43

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Twenty years ago, South Africa made a quiet but profound promise to its most vulnerable citizens

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England pace bowler Mark Wood says he is hoping to bowl later in the summer as he looks to come back from the knee injury that ruined his Ashes.

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LeBron James scores 28 points as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Houston Rockets to set up a Western Conference semi-final play-off against reigning NBA champions Oklahoma City Thunder.

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As Arsenal travel to Lyon in the Champions League semi-final second leg, BBC Sport assesses the importance of unsung striker Stina Blackstenius.

South Africa
The call comes after two crime intelligence officers were ambushed by armed suspects in Durban.
South Africa
Lenacapavir: a game changer in SA’s fight against HIV
While Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, is still to announce the date for the launch of the game changing HIV prevention medication Lenacapavir, the injectable will help the country in its fight against HIV, while also benefiting South Africans.
Lenacapavir is administered via injection twice a year, offering six months of...

South Africa
Mathunjwa used the symbolic site of the 2012 massacre to declare that SA’s democracy is fake

South Africa
Vosloorus residents protest after the disappearance of spaza shop owner, Mazwi Kubheka

World
The U.S. Air Force has finished modifying and testing a Boeing 747 jet donated by Qatar for temporary use as Air Force One and expects to have it ready for President Trump to use this summer.

World
The United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany, the Pentagon said Friday, fulfilling President Donald Trump’s threat as he clashes with the German leader over the U.S. war with Iran.

World
Oral history traces a family’s roots to a tree planted in the 13th Century in a Ghanaian fishing town.

World
The court decision curbs access to the drug used in medication abortions, which is currently the most common method for the procedure in the US.

Africa
Christopher Okello Onyum had pleaded insanity but this was dismissed by the judge.

Africa
The unusually forceful intervention highlights concerns about governance in the management of public retirement savings

Africa
The blockade comes days after Mali’s defence minister was assassinated in a series of nationwide attacks.

Africa
Malagasy prosecuters used a Whatsapp group as evidence for the detained individuals alleged crimes.

Business
The airline had been in talks with the Trump administration about a $500m bailout.

Business
Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Saturday, 2 May 2026.

Business
South Africans are being warned of a new hijacking tactic being used to target motorists.

Business
The US military has agreed eight new contracts with big tech firms as it expands its artificial intelligence capabilities.

Politics
ANC’s Nomvula Mokonyane was speaking at Cosatu’s Workers Day celebrations in Durban.

Politics
Khumbudzo Ntshavheni addressed COSATU-affiliated members at a Workers Day rally in Brakpan.

Politics
Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe has committed to presenting a full account to Parliament

Politics
The MK party alleges that the IEC interfered with a live Election Results System

Sport
Hardly anyone was talking about Charlton being WSL 2 title contenders before the season began – but they go into the final day top.

Sport
Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson praises Thomas Tuchel for helping him develop in a deeper midfield role.

Sport
Orlando Pirates are set to part ways with two experienced defenders at the end of the season. Which players should they go for?

Sport
Filo Tiatia’s improved side travel to face Montpellier in the Challenge Cup semi-finals on Sunday looking to make the final for the first time.
Education
The average wait for a test in England and Scotland has hit 22 weeks, up from five weeks before the pandemic, leading to frustration and attempts to jump the line.
Education
After a debate over the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians, students say the university president hit them with his vehicle. He says he was the victim in the incident.
Education
The president, Leon Botstein, who had run Bard for 50 years, faced scrutiny after his connections to Jeffrey Epstein proved to be deeper than previously known.

Education
NAHT leader says schools watchdog for England does not raise standards, amid opposition to ‘Nando’s-style’ scoring
School leaders are being pressurised “to the point of destruction”, the head of a teaching union has said, as he put the education establishment “on notice”.
During a speech to the union’s annual conference in Belfast, Paul Whiteman, the general secretary of the National...

Lifestyle
Rihanna has always been a sex symbol, and she does it with absolute ease even after birthing three children.

Lifestyle
Colour us intrigued! The most popular car colours in South Africa for the year 2026 have been revealed. Find out which ones…

Lifestyle
Fans of Rachel Kolisi have playfully roasted her over a clip of cooking a home-cooked meal. Take a look…

Lifestyle
Taking it too far? Rocomamas has responded to public concern over its extreme Fire Wings Challenge that has taken social media by storm…

Entertainment
A busy year for GWM will also include the roll-out of the revised Ora range and its new 3.0-litre turbodiesel engine.

Entertainment
Sports minister Gayton McKenzie stated that some fans complained about technical difficulties while uploading their 30 second video entries.

Entertainment
The Lions have their best ever chance of reaching the URC playoffs, but may need a little help with a tough end to their pool campaign.

Entertainment
In terms of real-world numbers, HEV sips almost four litres of petrol less for every 100km.
Science/Tech
NASA engineers have tested a next-generation lithium-plasma electric propulsion system that reached 120 kilowatts, a new U.S. record and about 25 times the power of the electric thrusters on NASA’s Psyche spacecraft. “Designing and building these thrusters over the last couple of years has been a long lead-up to this first test,” said James Polk, who is a senior research scientist at NASA Jet...

Science/Tech
In North Carolina, where growing cities, expanding highways, and active communities shape daily life, accidents and injuries can happen when least expected. From busy urban centers to quieter suburban roads, individuals facing unexpected harm often find themselves navigating not just recovery but a complex legal landscape. In such moments, the strength and approach of a […]

Science/Tech
In Dallas, where bustling commercial centers, busy sidewalks, and high-traffic public spaces are part of everyday life, unexpected accidents can occur when property is not properly maintained. A simple outing can quickly turn into a serious situation, leaving individuals dealing with injuries, uncertainty, and questions about what comes next. In a fast-paced environment like this, […]

Science/Tech
In Cobb County, a growing community known for its busy roadways, suburban neighborhoods, and steady commuter traffic, motorcyclists share the streets with an ever-increasing number of vehicles. While riding offers freedom and efficiency, it also comes with heightened risks—especially in areas with congestion and rapidly changing traffic conditions. When a motorcycle crash occurs, the...

Motoring
Poor tyre maintenance could be increasing your monthly fuel spend.
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Motoring
These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week.
Health
Jenna Norton had filed a whistle-blower complaint claiming that the agency leadership had retaliated against her.

Health
Vicky Pattison talks about trying to get help for pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder.
Health
Patients with one of the deadliest cancers have been pleading for an unapproved treatment that may prolong their lives.

Health
Bryony Gordon talks about her struggles with her mental health.