The 21-year-old Mofokeng earned an impressive 8.0/10 match rating against Hapoel Be’er Sheva. Mofokeng was the fourth-highest ranked performer on the pitch before his 79th minute substitution. Using his technical quality, intelligence and vision, Mofokeng created numerous opportunities for his teammates. RELEBOHILE MOFOKENG SHINES IN THE EUROPA LEAGUE The former School of Excellence star enjoyed 53 […] More
The four South African United Rugby Championship (URC) teams face another big weekend of action as they look to retain their places in the top eight as the cross-hemisphere showpiece strikes round four. The Sharks and Lions are in action from 20:45 (SA time) on Friday night as the Durbanites take on Cardiff in Wales, while […] More
Australia captain Pat Cummins admits it is hard to “paper over the cracks” after a thumping second Test defeat to South Africa, with the fate of at least three players hanging in the balance. The visitors crashed by an innings and 31 runs at St George’s Park in Gqeberha on Thursday to leave the three-Test […] More
It’s another busy weekend on the domestic and international sporting calendar. Soccer, rugby, and motorsport – here’s the latest on what to watch from 23-25 October. Weekend watch guide Carling Knockout Cup The Premier Soccer League confirmed the Carling Knockout Cup fixtures on 20 October. The Round of 16 fixtures for this weekend are as […] More
Korea has roughly 11 million registered crypto investors in a country of 51 million people. The top 10% of accounts generate more than 91% of all volume. And when a survey asked active holders in May whether they were abandoning the market, 94.9% said they would add back to crypto positions the moment conditions improved. […] More
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed the payment dates for the COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant for October 2026. The agency released the schedule in an official notice shared across its social media platforms, giving millions of grant recipients clarity on when to expect their money this month. SRD payments […] More
Janine Lochrenberg was wearing a shark-repellent device when she was killed in a shark attack in KuGompo. The 65-year-old was a passionate open-water swimmer. She and her fellow swimmers wore magnetic shark repellents on their feet. But it wasn’t enough to save her, and scientists say the research raises serious questions about these devices. On Tuesday, […] More
A retired pensioner in Gauteng holds a university degree. Even so, she now depends on her SASSA Older Person’s Grant to help support a household of up to five people. The woman asked to remain anonymous. She shared her experience in The South African’s SASSA grant survey. Her story mirrors that of many older South […] More
Pensioners have voiced their frustration over the tax burden they carry in retirement. The reactions came in the form of comments on The South African’s Facebook page. Many older South Africans live on fixed incomes, such as a SASSA Older Person’s Grant or a private pension. They say everyday costs leave little room for paying […] More
If there’s any indication South Africa’s seniors are searching for safety, it’s the sales data from two small towns. In both towns, where crime is trending downward, pensioners make up 100% of buyers. Safe South African towns loved by a senior community In Hattingspruit, on the banks of the Tom Worthington Dam, and Hekpoort, at […] More
Government has reprioritised R3.8 billion over the 2027 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) period to appoint 3 552 social workers as South Africa steps up its response to gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF). Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced the funding during his Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) address to the National Assembly on Wednesday, 21 October. […] More
South Africa’s motorists are set for temporary fuel price relief after Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced cuts to the general fuel levy during his Medium Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) in Parliament on Wednesday, 21 October. LIVE MTBPS 2026 | Fuel price relief, tax and spending in focus The measures will reduce the levy on […] More
Kaizer Chiefs will be desperate to keep their continental campaign alive when they face Zambia’s Red Arrows in the second leg of their CAF Confederation Cup second preliminary round tie in Durban on Friday, 23 October. Kick-off at the Moses Mabhida Stadium is 18:00. Amakhosi head into the encounter trailing 1-0 on aggregate after suffering […] More
Orlando Pirates have officially announced the departure of Abdeslam Ouaddou‘s assistant Mandla Ncikazi. Ncikazi had been linked with a possible exit following his absence from the bench for a number of games now. Ouaddou had attributed Ncikazi’s absence to a surgery that the coach recently had, but the writing was always on the wall. Subsequent […] More
Orlando Pirates chairman Dr Irvin Khoza has reacted following the departure of long-serving assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi. After days of speculation, the Buccaneers confirmed that the 57-year-old will be leaving the club to take up the Head Coach position at a team in the Premier Soccer League. “The move follows discussions with management this morning […] More
The Proteas have drawn level in their Test series against Australia. South Africa bowled the Baggy Greens out on day 5 to win by an innings and 31 runs. This leaves everything to play for in the final Test at Newlands later this month. Rain washes out opening days of second Test Day 1 Only […] More
