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Gauteng to experience another power outage on Wednesday
Eskom continues maintenance on its distribution network in Gauteng, causing a power outage on Wednesday, 3 September.

South African asylum seekers in Ireland face deportation
South Africans in Ireland are resisting deportation after authorities rejected their asylum applications amid rising backlash against illegal immigrants.

Comrades Marathon names new race director
The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) has appointed Sue Forge as its new Race Director.

Payday weekends: Assault figures expose a grim reality in SA
In South Africa, payday weekends are increasingly characterised by a spike in assaults, reckless behaviour, and growing crime.

Checkers Sixty60 brings good news for South African shoppers
Shoprite is growing its popular Sixty60 service, offering new features, wider coverage, and an improved shopping experience for customers.

DA cautions Ramaphosa against emulating Zimbabwe following praise speech
The DA criticised Cyril Ramaphosa for lauding Zimbabwe’s land reform, describing it as a disaster and warning South Africa not to follow its example.
Ford Motor Company Southern Africa issues recall for these vehicle models
Hundreds of Ford Mustangs and several Ford Transit Custom models have defects that could pose risks in accidents.

Kaya FM dismisses Sol Phenduka just days after his suspension
Just days after suspending him, Kaya FM terminated Sol Phenduka’s contract with immediate effect. Here’s why.

Blood Moon or rainy skies in SA? Here’s what the weather forecast shows
South Africa’s Blood Moon on 7 September hinges on clear skies. Here’s which regions are most likely—or least likely—to get a good view.

Well-known Garden Route attraction temporarily closed – here’s the reason
Planning a trip to the Garden Route National Park? You won’t be able to visit one of its best-loved sights right now – here’s why.

How does SASSA conduct income reviews in 2025?
In 2025, the agency is intensifying its strict SASSA income review process. Here are the worst-case outcomes beneficiaries could face…

Johannesburg to gain new international route in November
Johannesburg will gain a new international connection later this year – here’s everything you should know.

What draws South African families to invest in Makhanda
People often talk about Makhanda in the Eastern Cape for its challenges, but residents know a different side of the story.

KZN cop killings: Organised crime is the enemy
According to an expert on violence prevention, SAPS must move resources from the VIP protection unit to organised crime prevention