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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander overcomes a slow start to score 32 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the San Antonio Spurs 127-114 to move within one win of a second consecutive NBA Finals appearance.

Government seems uncertain about how to respond to rising public expectations

Crystal Palace are in Wednesday’s Conference League final and are one match away from their first ever European trophy.

The campaign will outline the IEC’s readiness to hold the elections and raise awareness on processes

Phase one Rand Water maintenance from May 29 to June 2 may leave some areas with low or no water.

DJ Warras was shot dead in the Johannesburg CBD in December last year.

Kenny Morolong says the murder of Molosankwe is a major loss to SA at large.

President Trump will meet with his Cabinet on Wednesday at a precarious moment for talks aimed at ending the war with Iran. The emerging deal has already exposed the president to fierce criticism.

It follows recent protests against illegal immigration that have led to fears there could be a resurgence in xenophobic violence.

The country has recorded more than 60,000 suspected cases of measles in just over two months.

Workers were seen assembling domed arches and a staging area on the South Lawn in preparation for next month’s event.

Eswatini has signed a $300 million agreement with Taiwan to build a massive strategic oil reserve but the project is raising difficult questions in a country battling deepening poverty, soaring unemployment and allegations of elite enrichment

Cyril Ramaphosa argues that the authors of the report “misconceived” their mandate.

The United Arab Emirates has denied any involvement in the civil war and says it investigates alleged links.

DR Congo fans hoping to watch their side’s return to the World Cup face a major hurdle as the US imposes travel restrictions following the latest Ebola outbreak.

Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Wednesday, 27 May 2026.

A charity selling over supplies and damaged stock say they want to cut waste and help people live.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has filed court papers to review the Section 89 Independent Panel Report.

Secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has warned senior ANC veterans, including Thabo Mbeki, against publicly criticising the party, while defending the ANC’s record during Jacob Zuma’s presidency and asserting his authority at Luthuli House

ANC has instructed former Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe to resign.

Tensions are rising in several parts of the country over the influx of undocumented foreigners.

The Bulls are the first South African team in URC quarter-final action on Saturday, and here is the kick off time to note.

Not an ideal distraction for the player.

Cardiff to chase an upset when travelling to Stormers for their first United Rugby Championship play-off quarter-final.

The search for the next Kaizer Chiefs head coach is well and truly on. The latest report says Amakhosi shortlisted Sven Vandenbroeck.

Layla Kolbe: ‘While leaving Japan is emotional for us, we know this decision was made from love and truly being obedient to God’s calling.’

SASSA has confirmed June 2026 payment dates for older persons, disability and children’s grants. Here is exactly when to expect your money.

A Sea Point apartment the size of a single garage – listed for R2,4 million – has shocked social media users…

‘Turd’ 2.0? Gareth Cliff had this to say about Naledi Pandor becoming a victim of a traumatic home invasion…

There are lawful and effective ways to address the concerns around illegal immigration without resorting to violence.

Whistleblower says department paid R10 million for livestreaming without tender.

Barrett had taken a sabbatical and had planned to return to rugby last month but has been frustrated by a back injury.

Women’s defending champion Coco Gauff made short work of fellow American Taylor Townsend.

Mustek minorities will get R15.41 a share, 18.5% more than originally offered, after the regulatory settlement.

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Mental health patients say nobody listened to their concerns about a north-east England trust.