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The Patriotic Alliance strengthened its grip on a key Swartland ward in Malmesbury in the Western Cape with an increased majority over the DA in the final Western Cape by-election before the local government elections in November. The PA has further established itself in a municipality which was once the safest DA municipality in the country.
Patrick Mahomes is called a “generational talent and elite human being” by Kansas City Chiefs boss Clark Hunt.
Ja’Kobe Tharp breaks the 110m hurdles world record during heats at the American college championships on Wednesday.
[Vanguard] In an effort to strengthen education and expand access to learning opportunities, the Sokoto State Government has commenced the construction and upgrading of 56 secondary schools across the state under the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project, a landmark intervention aimed at improving educational infrastructure and increasing school enrolment,...
SAPS celebrates its young police officers
As South Africa observes Youth Month, the South African Police Service (SAPS) embarked on a national campaign, ‘SAPS Youth – Leading the Reset Agenda’, to celebrate the dedication, resilience and positive impact of its young members.
Under the banner, ‘My Blood is Blue’, the campaign showcases young police officers, who have embraced the...
Moving, tragic, surprising, inspiring, terrifying, shocking… This is a selection of images from our planet, over the past seven days.
The Madlanga Commission into crime, political interference and corruption continues hearing witness.
Cape Town Marathon earns historic World Major status for Africa
Africa has secured a historic place on marathon running’s biggest stage, with the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon officially confirmed as the first Abbott World Marathon Major to be hosted on the continent.
Following the successful staging of the 2026 race on 24 May, the event passed the second and final phase of the Abbott...
‘The reality is Mexico is the best team in the group,’ says coach Hugo Broos ahead of opening match
Kaizer Chiefs are expected to remain active in the transfer market as preparations continue for the 2026/27 season.
Gauteng Traffic Chief Samuel Mashaba will return to the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria
The US military had attacked the Palau-flagged tanker on Wednesday after accusing it of not complying with directions.
The murder case involving seven men accused of killing rapper Kiernan “AKA” Forbes and his friend Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane is set to continue in the High Court in Durban on Thursday.
One Park, a popular, multi-purpose eatery in Cape Town, is set to shutter its doors. Here’s everything you need to know about its closure…
During his visit, the Pope will appeal for a humane approach and respectful welcome for migrants seeking a better life.
Tributes continue for King Makhosonke II
Tributes continue to pour in for His Majesty King Makhosonke II, King of the amaNdebele nation, who passed away on Tuesday.The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Velenkosini Hlabisa, conveyed his condolences following the passing of the king at the age of 65.“Minister Hlabisa extends his heartfelt condolences to Her...
fjo3 shares a report from The Guardian: Tests reveal that when people are ambling about, they have a natural tendency to turn to the left and walk in an anticlockwise direction. “If you simply ask someone to start walking, whether they are wandering around a museum, a supermarket, or even an empty room, it is surprisingly likely that they will drift counterclockwise,” said Dr Inaki Echeverria...
The chancellor of the city’s schools, Kamar Samuels, is being investigated over a $180,000 no-bid deal dating to his previous role.
Sowetan’s choice of the top three reads you should not miss today
Rising stars Luyanda Zwane, Noluthando Shabalala, Lwazie Keith Tsebesha and Wonder Ndlovu lighting up Netflix’s new supernovela, The Polygamist, front SMag’s latest digital cover.