“Our relationship with adidas transcends that of a traditional sponsor,” said Pirates chairman Dr Irvin Khoza.

AFP Sport looks at three of the talking points ahead of fourth round weekend.

From intimate portraits and intriguing glimpses of cultures across the world, the winning images from the Travel Photographer of the Year Awards have been revealed.

“We didn’t play well in the first half as a team, we didn’t play like a team,” Flick told reporters.

“This is a rollercoaster of a season. You can’t be naive to think this is going to be easy,” said England international Rice.

The threats follow a video widely circulated on social media platforms showing a man attempting to enter the NPA offices and intimidate officials.

Water frustrations spill over, turning deadly and splitting communities apart, while officials just shrug and point fingers.

Experts argue Gauteng’s water shortages stem from structural decay rather than excessive household consumption.

White South Africans risked comfort and security in 1992, voting yes to reform and choosing hope over entrenched fear.

‘Illegal mining undermines the rule of law, endangers communities, destroys critical infrastructure, and damages Gauteng’s economy.’

SANDF to enter Cape Flats and Gauteng within days as Ramaphosa labels organised crime a threat to democracy nationwide stability.

Wiaan Mulder picked up amazing match figures of 12/45 with the ball and scored 115 with the bat in their innings win over the Tuskers.

Boyz II Men return to South Africa for long-awaited tour

Mind doctor Steve Harris said the Springboks personify a ‘get ahead of the game’ approach.

The government will forge on with a centralised plan to vaccinate 14 million animals over the space of the coming 12 months.

Political analysts warn casual remarks during service delivery crises erode trust, amplify inequality perceptions and fuel voter disengagement across Gauteng.

During his Sona, Ramaphosa mentioned technology in several contexts.

Lesufi apologised, but his hotel bath comment reinforces perceptions of ANC elites being out of touch with struggling citizens.

Aside from a reworked interior and subtle revisions outside, the Evo also boasts more power and the first time option of all-wheel drive.

Rassie Erasmus’s innovative tactics and player management underline why the Springboks thrive and why South Africa should learn from this.

The perfect date does not have to be flowers or chocolates, said romance author Shameez Patel. It can be simple and romantic.