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LETTER | No point to rename KZN
Provincial name changes are unlikely to reduce unemployment or the housing backlog, stop violence, or curtail teenage pregnancy and substance abuse.
News24 | Dream delivered: Doctor’s surprise for pupil with cerebral palsy goes viral
A heartwarming video posted by the Alta du Toit School of a boy with cerebral palsy being gifted his dream police uniform has gone viral, reminding many South Africans of the power of a simple act of kindness.
The beginning of the end of BEE in South Africa
Efficient Group Chief Economist Dawie Roodt said President Cyril Ramaphosa’s 2026 State of the Nation Address signalled the beginning of the end for BEE.
SELLO HATANG | Rev Jesse Jackson leaves a legacy of solidarity beyond borders
Some lives are so purposeful that even in their departure they leave instructions behind, writes Sello Hatang.
OPINION | SA’s economic design fails to boost job market
The country is facing an inclusion crisis produced by institutional design.
News24 | ‘I fought for freedom, and now I am going to die without water,’ says Mpumalanga pensioner
Pensioner Margaret* has lived without a reliable supply of running water for more than a decade, in Ward 5 of the Lekwa Local Municipality in Standerton, Mpumalanga.
What Guardiola’s old newspaper column reveals about Man City’s new tactics
Pep Guardiola is using new tactics this season. This is why Manchester City’s attack is now so narrow.
Is Buttler’s form a worry? England’s T20 World Cup so far analysed
Jos Buttler’s form is a concern but Will Jacks and Sam Curran have shown promise. What to make of England’s unconvincing start to the World Cup?
Bucs’ league title hopes remain alive with 13 games left
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou remains optimistic despite a 2-1 defeat to Mamelodi Sundowns, which narrowed the gap between the teams to three points.
Zingange tipped to break ‘jinxed’ belt curse
Manager Malinga confident boxer will overcome Malawian Phiri
Jacob Zuma accused of selling South Africans to Russia, and Ramaphosa gets dragged to court over NHI
These are the key developments happening in South Africa today, 19 February 2026.
SA focus on India after untroubled path to Super Eights
The Proteas maintained their unbeaten streak at the T20 World Cup, storming past an outgunned United Arab Emirates by six wickets
South African taxpayers finish paying for Eskom’s failures – R230 billion later
Three years and R230 billion later, Eskom is now well-positioned to survive without more government bailouts.
Six teams in Ke Yona last-16 a boost for KZN – Mngqithi
Arrows aim to pierce Stellies to secure quarterfinal berth
South African car empire under siege
South Africa’s largest car dealer is widening the range of brands it offers to ramp up revenues, as the country’s motor industry is reshaped by rising competition from Asia.
SOWETAN | Our exposé forces police’s hand
It was our reporting on the growing list of her alleged victims that finally forced the police’s hand.
“It was mind-blowing… I barely slept” – Bonko Khoza on his three SAFTAs nods
Bonko Khoza and his actress wife Lesego were buzzing with so much excitement that they couldn’t sleep following his three nominations for iThonga, Mabaso Family Reunion, and Heart of the Hunter at the 19th South African Film and Television Awards (Saftas)
PM says ‘nobody is above the law’ over Andrew allegations
Police are currently considering allegations against Andrew, who has consistently denied any wrongdoing.
British couple detained in Iran jailed for 10 years, family says
Lindsay and Craig Foreman were arrested in January 2025 and have allegedly been held in “dire” conditions.