WEDNESDAY, 04 FEBRUARY 2026, 08:27
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Newsday visited the Plastic View informal settlement on the outskirts of the crumbling Krugersdorp CBD, where residents seek to be self-reliant but remain marred by violence, unsafe mines, and scarce government support.
Some meteorologists have already declared the end of the latest La Niña, which typically brings plenty of rain to much of southern Africa. And its polar opposite El Niño – which often brings drought to this region – looks like it may return to heat things up next spring and summer.
American elections are primarily run by state law, and voting is administered by local officials across the country.
The artist has denied modelling the fresco on the prime minister.
Kaizer Chiefs legends and Orlando Pirates legends were scheduled to face off in a Soweto Derby at Ellis Park Stadium on 7 February.
Williams team principal James Vowles says he is “not concerned at all” about missing the first pre-season test last week.
Lawyers for the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk will urge a judge on Tuesday to dismiss the prosecution team due to an alleged conflict of interest because the lead prosecutor’s daughter witnessed the killing.
Astron Energy is investing billions to upgrade its Cape Town refinery as part of Glencore’s broader expansion in South Africa, strengthening local fuel production, jobs, and private-sector investment.
Pressure is mounting on President Cyril Ramaphosa to provide direct testimony before the Parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee, but ANC Chief Whip Mdumiseni Ntuli said that a sitting president should not be treated like “any other witness.”
Harvey Elliott is one of England’s most gifted young players – but neither Aston Villa or Liverpool appear to rate the midfielder.
Pierre Schoeman has seen his fair share of disappointment in a Scotland jersey but is maintaining his belief in what the side are capable of.
The national minimum wage increases by 5% on 1 March.
The US pop star drew attention for her breast-baring chiffon Mugler dress at Sunday’s ceremony.
The DA has confirmed Steenhuisen, who is also minister of agriculture, will address the media “concerning matters of national importance and public interest”, on Wednesday.
Austin Applebee recounts his ‘superhuman’ swim which saved the lives of his mother and siblings in Australia.
WhatsApp chats from witness F’s phone reveal conversations about firearm dealings with a contact listed as ‘Comrade DD Mabuza deputy president’, discussing the sale of 750 shotguns with matching ammo
Fund managers warn that South Africa’s equity rally, driven by precious metals, is near its peak, and that, historically, miners have not rewarded shareholders during such rallies.
Johannesburg’s summer weather creates perfect breeding conditions for flies. In warm and wet conditions the fly problem is largely linked to waste management and infrastructure.