AFCON 2025: Ex-FIFA referee on VAR controversy in Bafana Bafana loss
Bafana Bafana lost 1-0 to Egypt but that encounter was marred by a controversial VAR decision that went against Hugo Broos’ side.
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News24 | Thailand and Cambodia agree to ‘immediate’ ceasefire
Thailand and Cambodia agreed to an “immediate” ceasefire on Saturday, the two countries said in a joint statement, pledging to end border clashes that killed dozens of people.
Mbokazi calls for calm heads as Bafana prepare for must-win game against Zimbabwe
Emerging Bafana Bafana defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi has urged his teammates to focus on sealing a place in the knockout stages of the 2025 Afcon in their last group match against Zimbabwe in Marrakesh.
Families of 14 South Africans being ‘held against their will’ in Thailand call for Dirco intervention
The families of the stranded workers have called for the department of international relations and co-operation (Dirco) to intervene and assist in securing their safe return to South Africa.
Furious Bafana coach Broos confident they will qualify for the knockout stage
Bafana was left fuming by officiating decisions during their 1-0 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) loss to Egypt on Friday that has left their qualification for the next round in danger.
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Severe storm wreaks havoc on Amajuba health facilities, disrupting patient care
The KwaZulu-Natal health department said teams are still assessing the full extent of the damage, warning that the scale of destruction is likely to disrupt normal health services at the affected facilities.
Sama criticises proposed 4.1% pay hike for public office bearers amid health budget strain
The South African Medical Association says a 4.1% salary increase for public office bearers for the 2025/2026 financial year is not in synch with austerity measures affecting public health care.
News24 | US, Nigeria diverge in details over strikes on militants
Following surprise US strikes targeting militants in Nigeria, it remains unclear who or what was actually hit as Washington and Abuja tell slightly different stories.
Policeman, firefighter, paramedic and 2 teachers among 102 arrested in KZN Day of Goodwill road blocks
KwaZulu-Natal MEC for transport and human settlements Siboniso Duma said more than 100 people were arrested during road blocks in three areas in KwaZulu-Natal on the Day of Goodwill.
WATCH | Hunt on for motorist and ‘tough’ tour guide after clash over littering in Cape Town CBD
Under the city’s integrated waste management by-law, it is illegal for any person to drop, throw, discard or deposit litter in a public place, including roads, pavements and open spaces.
SANDF member dead and one missing after being swept away by flooded river
Two South African National Defence Force members were swept away while on patrol during Operation Corona after a military vehicle attempted to cross a flooded river in Macadamia, Mpumalanga.
Seven dead in N4 head-on crash
Seven people died in a head-on collision on N4 toll road between Machadodorp and Belfast in Mpumalanga at about 1am on Saturday. One person was taken to hospital.
About 125 homes destroyed after heavy storms strike parts of KZN
About 125 homes were destroyed by heavy thunderstorms in Amajuba and Umzinyathi on Friday
WATCH | One soldier dead, another missing after vehicle is swept away in flooded Mpumalanga river on Christmas day
A search is under way for a South African National Defence Force member whose vehicle was swept away by floodwaters in Mpumalanga.
Morocco held to a draw by Mali to end record winning run, Zambia held by Comoros in goalless draw
Hosts Morocco were held to a 1-1 draw by Mali at the Africa Cup of Nations on Friday, ending their world record run of wins and leaving them still to make sure of progress to the next stage.
South African investors shoot themselves in the foot
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Meet the possible contenders for the DA’s top job
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DISPUTED LOSS: Bafana Bafana succumb to controversial refereeing decisions in Afcon clash against Egypt
A Mohamed Salah penalty gave Egypt a 1-0 win over Bafana Bafana in their crucial Afcon 2025 Group B clash. South Africa (SA) now faces a stern test against Zimbabwe to qualify for the knockout stage.