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South Africans Abroad: Lorch scores on debut for Al-Ittihad
Thembinkosi Lorch handed Al-Ittihad Tripoli a 1-0 win over Al Shamooa in the Libyan Cup in what was his first official match.
MONDAY, 16 FEBRUARY 2026, 15:30

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Thembinkosi Lorch handed Al-Ittihad Tripoli a 1-0 win over Al Shamooa in the Libyan Cup in what was his first official match.

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England given another major fright but hold off tournament debutants Italy by 24 runs to secure a place in the Super 8s of the T20 World Cup.

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More than a year after an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease began devastating South African herds, the country finally has the beginnings of a plan to tackle the disaster and stave off a food crisis.

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Sports editor Dan Roan analyses the potential fallout of Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s comments on immigration.

South Africa
Ekurhuleni officials Kemi Behari and Linda Qxasheka have been placed on suspension.

South Africa
The new fleet unveiled by Emfuleni includes fifteen pick-up trucks.

South Africa
At the heart of the feud are the two men’s polar opposite views on the conflict in Gaza.

South Africa
Hlologelo Mogotlane pleaded guilty to murder, conspiracy, and aggravated robbery charges in court.

World
On the second anniversary of his death, Lyudmila Navalnaya says her son did not “simply die in prison”.
World
The Democratic Party is willing to spend tens of millions on a Virginia redistricting effort that could gain the party four more seats in the US House of Representatives, the chamber’s top Democrat said.

World
An NGO says hundreds of people remain behind bars despite US pressure US to speed up their release.

World
Congress is out on recess as a partial shutdown at the Department of Homeland Security is underway. And, why some superstar athletes have been getting the “yips” at the Winter Olympics in Italy.

Africa
Authorities say they have put in place contingency measures as a labour dispute affects travel.

Africa
The authorities say a growing number of citizens are being illegally recruited to fight elsewhere.

Africa
Afcon 2027 will be held in June and July next year and reports the finals could be delayed are “totally unfounded”, says African football boss Patrice Motsepe.

Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the army will work with the police to fight organised crime and illegal mining.

Business
Standard Bank is forecasting some good news about interest rates for homeowners in South Africa in 2026.

Business
South Africa’s pet care market is set up for strong growth in the coming years, with local retailers all looking for a piece of the action.

Business
The truck is supporting those who can not afford meals outside of school term-time.

Business
PrimeXBT has rolled out a major upgrade to its crypto exchange offering in South Africa.

Politics
Lukanyo Calata blames Thabo Mbeki for justice delays in Cradock Four case involving Fort Calata.

Politics
The current deadline of the Ad Hoc Committee is 20 February.

Politics
Sibiya has been linked to murder accused Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala by witnesses including Witness F.

Politics
ActionSA has confirmed that its leader is among five shortlisted candidates to lead the party’s 2026 Johannesburg mayoral campaign, with a final decision expected on 21 February

Sport
When it mattered most, these five Pirates players stepped up and turned Soweto derby drama into lasting pain for Chiefs and its fans.
Sport
MC Alger coach Rulani Mokwena has lashed out at Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso for his ‘provocative’ behaviour.

Sport
Melie Kerr says it’s a “massive privilege’ to be named the new New Zealand captain with the all-rounder taking over across all formats from Sophie Devine.

Sport
Gregor Townsend celebrated his 100th Test in charge of Scotland in emphatic fashion, guiding his side to victory over England.

Education
It comes after University College London settled a claim from students there over lost learning in the pandemic.
Education
To open a series of essays about U.S. presidents, George W. Bush pays tribute to George Washington, who “ensured America wouldn’t become a monarchy, or worse.”
Education
Professors and presidents are often eager to raise outside cash. Some are now facing blowback after connecting with Jeffrey Epstein.
Education
A provincial governor seeks to honor villages that deployed many soldiers to the war in Ukraine with a prestigious title first bestowed on cities that were major World War II battlefields.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
An urban planner has questioned how Cape Town’s N2 wall project contributes towards a long-term strategy of rooting out crime…
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Collen Malathi says the ANCYL must lead the charge in renewing the ANC.

Entertainment
Ekurhuleni head of legal Kemi Behari and head of human resources Linda Qxasheka were placed on precautionary suspension in December.

Entertainment
Phuthu with mixed vegetables is a delicious way to kickstart your week with goodness.

Entertainment
Explosive SMWX interview trends as netizens drag controversial businessman online.

Science/Tech
Moon was a distraction and Mars the goal for billionaire SpaceX chief – could Trump have influenced his U-turn?
Barely a year ago, the moon was “a distraction” to Elon Musk, the billionaire chief executive of SpaceX then fixated on his ludicrously ambitious project to build a self-sustaining city on Mars within 20 years.
Why bother returning to the orbiting chunk of rock humanity conquered half...
Science/Tech
IT productivity researcher Erik Brynjolfsson writes in the Financial Times that he’s finally found evidence AI is impacting America’s economy. This week America’s Bureau of Labor Statistics showed a 403,000 drop in 2025’s payroll growth — while real GDP “remained robust, including a 3.7% growth rate in the fourth quarter.”This decoupling — maintaining high output with significantly lower...

Science/Tech
The Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid has been chosen for Olympians. Could it be the one for you, too?

Science/Tech
I review laptops for a living, and it kills me when I see the PCs that Amazon and other retailers filter to the top.

Motoring
Hijackers are looking for two discontinued cars in South Africa, including a small bakkie.

Motoring
Mitsubishi has launched a new model for the Outlander SUV in South Africa, which is being limited to just a handful of units.
Motoring
Motoring

Health
Women who experienced challenges during the menopause set up businesses to help others.

Health
Campaigners claimed the guidance for employers, such as hospitals, shops and restaurants, was “legally flawed” and “overly simplistic”.

Health
A high number of elderly people on wards and respiratory cases in A&E prompt warnings from staff.
Health
Proponents of vaccines warn that the efforts will further dismantle the immunization infrastructure and lead to more outbreaks of disease.