WATCH: Ex‑girlfriend Tebogo Thobejane welcomes justice as Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala trial opens
Proceedings formally began in the high-profile case against Matlala and four co-accused.
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Political football overshadows Spain victory over Argentina
From visa bans to ticket scalping and near brawls, author recalls 2010 joy while Spain outclassed cautious Argentina including Messi.
Brics warns new security threats are outpacing old defences
Brics meeting highlights how cybercrime funds terror weak governance fuels migration and climate change deepens inequality across member states.
Mandela Day shows South Africans still answer the call
From pretend painting classrooms to summiting Africa’s peak, South Africans turn charity into action despite tough Saturday ask.
Limpopo man jailed for life twice for raping two young boys
The court also declared the accused unfit to possess a firearm and ordered that his name be included in the National Register for Sex Offenders.
JMPD arrests 182 drunk drivers in city-wide Joburg blitz
The JMPD said the operations highlight its ongoing drive to safeguard both Johannesburg’s roads and essential city services.
High court orders seizure of R325m empire of Tembisa Hospital tender tycoon Hangwani Maumela
It marks a significant step in the State’s effort to claw back proceeds allegedly derived from the sprawling R2.3 billion Tembisa Hospital corruption scheme.
Daily Lotto results: Monday, 20 July 2026
A R400 000 jackpot is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto results for 20 July 2026.
‘Avengers: Doomsday’ trailer: 5 biggest moments and what they mean for 2026’s MCU mega-crossover
Marvel dropped the first full Avengers: Doomsday trailer, teasing RDJ’s Doctor Doom, an X-Men crossover and Chris Evans’ emotional return.
WATCH: Nonku Williams reveals cosmetic surgery, MAFS Mzansi trends and Jay-Z’s star-studded celebration
Catch the latest Weekly Lifestyle Wrap, featuring reality TV transformations and trending entertainment stories that fans are buzzing about.
In case you missed it: Matlala pleads not guilty | Joburg on financial tightrope | Tyla becomes a Bratz doll
Catch up on the biggest stories this Monday, 21 July 2026, in our simple daily news update.
Zee Nxumalo and Mörda light up Fifa World Cup final watch party
Spain was crowned 2026 Fifa World Cup champions after defeating Argentina 1-0 in the final.
24 hours in pictures, 20 July 2026
Through the lens: The Citizen’s Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.
Julius Mkhwanazi claims ’emotionally distraught’ Witness K fabricated case after break-up
The EMPD officer admitted that the pair had previously been involved in a romantic relationship.
Sharks confident ahead of Cheetahs clash, but Vowles believes improvement is needed
The Durban union are top of the table after the opening weekend of Currie Cup action.
TGRSA Ready for a long battle in their Toyota GR Hilux IMT EVOs
The GR Stella 1000 Marathon is the toughest and longest event on the South African Rally Raid Championship calendar this year.
Weather alert: Fine and cool Tuesday expected with cold in KZN southwest
Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for Tuesday, 21 July 2026.
Mzansi TV captivates the world: ‘The Polygamist’ and ‘180’ drive SA’s biggest Netflix half-year
Netflix’s latest viewership report shows South African stories are having a moment, with supernovela ‘The Polygamist’ and film ‘180’ anchoring.
Iran says fighting ‘full-scale war’ with US
US struck Bushehr Monday, home to Iran’s only civilian nuclear plant. Iran reimposed Hormuz blockade, oil surged one-month high.
Meet Bajabulise Thela: Mpumalanga stunner set to represent SA at Miss Universe 2026
Mpumalanga’s Bajabulise Thela has been crowned Miss Universe South Africa 2026. Here’s everything to know about her.