WATCH LIVE | Arrested Ekurhuleni officials Linda Gxasheka and Imogen Mashazi apply for bail
Suspended Ekurhuleni HR head Linda Gxasheka and former municipal manager Imogen Mashazi to appear before the Germiston magistrate’s court on Friday
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Masuku leads race for Joburg mayor
The interviews are part of a process where mayoral candidates for metropolitan municipalities are grilled by the ANC’s highest sitting officials
WATCH LIVE | Madlanga commission continues
The Madlanga commission of inquiry investigating allegations of criminality, political interference and corruption in the criminal justice system is hearing more witness testimony on Friday.
Ann Widdecombe: Brexit-backing, animal-loving Strictly star
A leading figure on the right of British politics who reinvented herself as a reality TV star.
CAPE CLASSICS REVISITED: La Perla shines like the Sea Point sun on a balmy day
We’re returning to the Mother City’s old haunts, to see if they’re still holding their own in the rat race that the local restaurant scene has become. Let’s spend a sunny afternoon at La Perla.
WATCH LIVE | Lekompo musician Lehlogonolo ‘Shebeshxt’ Chauke back in court
Controversial Lekompo artist Lehlogonolo “Shebeshxt” Chauke is appearing before the Polokwane regional court on Friday.
Venezuela earthquake survivors face health risks in crowded shelters
Overcrowded shelters and poor sanitation in Venezuela pose serious health risks for 18,000 displaced people
Broos confirms he is leaving Bafana job, says Safa advisory role on the cards
However, in an interview with a Belgian publication he does not rule out taking on another role
OBITUARY: Goolam Hoosen Mahomed Kolia: The teenager from the printing room who ran the Sunday Times
Hoosen Kolia, a veteran journalist who rose from the printing room to lead the Sunday Times, leaves a legacy of integrity, passion, relentless work ethic and a love for journalism that inspired many throughout South Africa. Here, some of those former colleagues recall his inspiring impact on them and their careers.
SPOTLIGHT | Epic adventures, chilling scares and world-class ballet light up the week
Spotlight is our bite-size entertainment snapshot featuring new releases in South Africa, exclusive film trailers and more
The AM Check-in | Your top 3 reads today
Sowetan’s choice of the top three reads you should not miss today
Defender Vertex trim upgrades launched in SA
JLR SA has released the new Defender Vertex models and introduced more upgrades for the range in South Africa.
Trump faces new roadblocks to ending Iran war
Flare-up, about three weeks after the signing of a MOU to begin truce between US and Iran, highlights difficulties Donald Trump faces in forging peace deal and face-saving exit from war
Cranes are disappearing: How our sightings can help a census
Join the national crane census from 24 to 27 July 2026 to spot and help protect one of South Africa’s threatened species.
How De la Fuente’s Spain are closing in on greatness
Before Spain’s World Cup quarter-final against Belgium, Guillem Balague talks to Spain boss Luis de la Fuente about their identity and Lamine Yamal.
GAME PLAN: This winter, give me the wild taste of fynvleis
This was a quest. First came the hunt, the seminal day that would stay with me forever. A year later came the fynvleis and the end of a mission.
EasyJet agrees in principle to rival £5.7bn takeover bid
The airline says a bid from US firm Apollo has trumped a previous potential takeover offer from Castlelake.
Police investigate Reform donations, the Times reports
The investigation is looking into donations made to Reform UK by the mother of the convicted fraudster George Cottrell, according to the Times.
Iran’s Ali Khamenei finally buried as successor — his son — remains hidden
Calls for revenge against the US echo as Iranians mourn and demand justice for slain leader
WATCH | Ecovado factory exploiting the potential of avocado
Ecovado is hitting retail shelves as the only virgin avocado oil brand in SA.