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A new 2,000 m² coastal-inspired retail and lifestyle centre, Garden Walk, has opened in Hartenbos, offering 51 stores, dining, and community spaces.

Why would Orlando Pirates fans not be excited about the prospect of becoming the first side in nine years to stop Mamelodi Sundowns from winning the league? Ouaddou’s appeal is simple: help the team get over the line.

Sowetan’s choice of the top three reads you should not miss today

South Africa’s largest distance learning university is taking a bold step into aviation, aiming to blend theory with real world experience.

Isaac Mangena says technicians are on site to investigate the cause of the disruption.

Two suspects arrested for possession and distribution of drug facilitated sexual abuse videos

National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola has been summoned to appear in court next month.

Khumalo is accused of assaulting complainant Bongani Radebe and pointing a firearm at him.

Fadiah Nadwa Fikri urged some in Singapore to “adopt her brand of radical advocacy”, authorities say.

Southeast Asia is among the areas hardest hit by Iran’s cutoff of oil and gas through the Strait of Hormuz, with many nations almost entirely dependent on foreign energy — and quickly running out.

Fecofoot president Jean-Guy Mayolas remains on the run after being sentenced to life imprisonment earlier this month for embezzling $1.1m in Fifa funds.

The disruption in oil supplies has caused shortages and concerns in several African countries.

Zimbabwe says it is engaging the Russian government to repatriate bodies and bring home those still alive.

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas) says it will rule on Senegal’s appeal against being stripped of the Africa Cup of Nations title “as swiftly as possible”.

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South Africa has walked back its claim that US pressure led to its disinvitation from an upcoming Group of Seven summit in France.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 27 March 2026.

Paratlane Motloung of MAP16 Civic Movement elected as new Maluti-A-Phofung Mayor.

A source said the ministers viewed deployment in government as their new life and they are too comfortable with the benefits

Gauteng chair Bonginkosi Dhlamini says that challenging the founder’s choice for president would erode his legacy, sparking debate in the IFP

If his camp put a serious campaign behind the numbers, no other ANC candidate would stand a chance, says the Social Research Foundation

England were the only European country to reach the World Cup with a 100% record – so friendly opponents Uruguay could be the level of challenge they need.

The origin story of Manchester United and England’s Jess Park, from her grassroots in Brough to being scouted by Steph Houghton.

It’s another busy round of URC action this weekend, and here are all the kick off times to note for the SA teams playing at home.

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The National Sea Rescue Institute has issued a safety warning amid concerns over potential rabies infections among Cape fur seals.

The organisers stated the decision was not taken lightly.

Will anyone be able to protect us from what may happen at the pumps when the major fuel price tsunami starts to hit?

Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero said City Power could save roughly R250 million per year on vehicle-related costs over five years.

Aviation analysts warn that SAA’s 2025 report is inconsistent, with errors in passenger numbers, cargo, and operational metrics throughout.

Absa CTIO Johnson Idesoh says the speed at which software is changing influenced its recent R2.4-billion write-down.

Medi Diary is an AI-powered, offline-first health platform designed to consolidate patient data in one accessible space, says Janice Naidoo, founder of Medi Diary.

International SMS addresses operates outside the data layer, working on every handset and supporting compliance across jurisdictions.

The Iran war has led to a significant jump in demand for electric cars.

There is one electric car in South Africa that can be bought for less than R350,000.

Ford and the National Consumer Commission have issued a recall for 582 vehicles sold in South Africa.

Jersey’s wellbeing score is below UK and France in survey of data from 41 countries.