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‘Family voting’ concerns raised by election observers in Gorton and Denton
The officer responsible for running the by-election said no reports of family voting were made by polling station staff.
FRIDAY, 27 FEBRUARY 2026, 09:34

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The officer responsible for running the by-election said no reports of family voting were made by polling station staff.

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While Ramadan is primarily a time of spiritual growth, many of the principles it reinforces also reflect the mindset necessary for long-term success in the financial markets.

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Political analyst Prince Mashele said people who are scared of the MK Party are scared of the dead lion.

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Six planets – Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus and Neptune – will all be visible in the night sky.

South Africa
He was intercepted at the airport before he could board a flight to Singapore earlier this week.

South Africa
Maria Makgato and Kudzai Ndlovu, were shot and killed at a dumping site at Onverwacht farm.

South Africa
More than 260 000 animals have been affected by the outbreak.

South Africa
The court heard that the minor was sexually abused by the man since the age of three.
World
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Friday his country’s armed forces can “crush” aggressors, following air strikes on neighbouring Afghanistan.
World
Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton told a congressional committee that she did not remember ever meeting the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and had no information to share about his criminal activities.

World
Pakistan carried out airstrikes hours after Afghanistan launched a cross-border attack in the latest escalation of violence between the neighboring countries. The clashes are making a Qatar-mediated ceasefire appear increasingly shaky.

World
Pakistan’s defense minister said that his country ran out of “patience” and considers that there is now an “open war” with Afghanistan, after both countries launched strikes following an Afghan cross-border attack.

Africa
A total of 1,000 Kenyans have reportedly been recruited to fight for Russia in its war against Ukraine.

Africa
Violence has plagued South Africa’s highly competitive and lucrative taxi industry for decades.

Africa
The internationally acclaimed writer has accused Nigerian hospital Euracare of negligence, which it denies.

Africa
Many people are again leaving the region of Tigray just over three years after the civil war there ended.
Business
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Business
The management of major diamond mining group, Ekapa Mining, has announced that the company has applied for liquidation.

Business
OUTsurance’s core South African operations are expected to see a strong rise in normalised earnings, while other parts of the group struggle.

Politics
The commission is probing corruption, political interference in criminal justice system.

Politics
Paul O’Sullivan walked out during proceedings, claiming that he needed to catch a flight

Politics
Suspended Ekurhuleni HR Head Linda Gxasheka is accused of protecting Julius Mkhwanazi.

Politics
Private investigator Paul O’Sullivan walked out of Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee in Cape Town.

Sport
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Sport
Orlando Pirates come into the Soweto Derby having beaten Kaizer Chiefs four consecutive times in the Betway Premiership.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs will lock horns with arch-rivals Orlando Pirates in a sold-out clash at the iconic FNB Stadium on Saturday, 28 February.
Sport
The highly anticipated Soweto derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates takes place on Saturday, 28 February at FNB Stadium.
Education
[Premium Times] Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to the President, gave the assurance on Thursday during a meeting with committee members at the State House in Abuja.
Education
[Leadership] The Niger State government has announced the reopening of tertiary institutions in Niger North senatorial district after three-month closure following the spate of kidnappings in the State.
Education
[GroundUp] Vice-chancellor agrees to meet with unions within 48 hours
Education
President Trump’s approach is a revival of the mission of empire — acquiring the territories and resources of sovereign peoples.

Lifestyle
There’s hope for the critically endangered African penguin yet after SANCCOB revealed its record-making hatching milestone.

Lifestyle
No more hiding! Springbok Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has finally confirmed his romance with model and influencer, Sarah Langa…

Lifestyle
Cape Town transgender content creator Meghan Saulse is celebrating a milestone – receiving her gender-affirming identity document…

Lifestyle
An Afrikaner refugee has disputed claims he is living on US welfare after posting pictures of a food hamper…

Entertainment
AFP Sport looks at three talking points ahead of this weekend’s action.

Entertainment
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Entertainment
The Mugabe’s still have a hold on SA politicians. Let’s see if they can pull another get out of jail free card.

Entertainment
Former monitors describe collecting patients without verifying court documents, trusting assurances process was legal.

Science/Tech
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Science/Tech
Longtime Slashdot reader ArchieBunker shares a report from NBC News: NASA revealed that astronaut Mike Fincke was the crew member who suffered a medical incident at the International Space Station in January, which prompted the agency to carry out the first evacuation due to a medical issue in the space station’s 25-year history. The rare decision to cut a mission short and bring Fincke and...

Science/Tech
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Science/Tech
Delaying repairs or opting for replacement without understanding the full landscape can lead to unforeseen costs, safety concerns and unnecessary environmental waste.

Motoring
Following the quiet exit of the Suzuki Ciaz, only a handful of affordable sedans remain in South Africa.

Motoring
Nissan’s factory in Gauteng, which has been around since 1966, will soon be sold to a Chinese car brand.
Motoring

Motoring
South Africa’s car market is witnessing the rise of a new class of vehicle.
Health
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who was appointed to the role last week, has offered to publicly endorse vaccination, in particular the measles vaccine, winning over some agency employees.

Health
Aria’s parents say their daughter suffered brain damage after NHS staff failed to treat an infection.
Health
Subtle signs of mental distress often emerge before severe symptoms.
Health
The Trump administration is proposing Obamacare plans that it says will lower health insurance premiums. But critics warn they would make care unaffordable.