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Two SANDF soldiers die in abandoned mine shaft during anti-illegal mining operation

17th July 2026

Two South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members have died after falling into an abandoned mine shaft while pursuing suspected illegal miners...

News

Two SANDF members plunge into abandoned mine shaft while gunning for zama zamas

17th July 2026

Rescue teams are racing against time to reach two South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members who fell into an abandoned mine...

Big Reads

African Bank plans to axe 1 200 workers, close 90 branches

16th July 2026

African Bank has begun consultations under Section 189A of the Labour Relations Act, a move that could result in the loss of...

Joy of Jazz

Jazz festival sparks youth intervention in Johannesburg

16th July 2026

Youth creativity in South Africa takes center stage this July through a dynamic programme of jazz, learning and community involvement. The Standard...

World

America’s decision to bomb Iran again will cause a new economic crisis in South Africa

15th July 2026

The US knew military action against Iran carried the risk of disrupting one of the world’s most important shipping routes. Analysts warned...

Lotto

Lotto results for Wednesday, July 15 2026

15th July 2026

Lotto results for Wednesday, July 15 2026 Lotto:                 23 | 39 | 47 | 48...

Politics

Ramaphosa’s office rejects SA isolation claims over illegal migration protests

15th July 2026

The presidency has strongly rejected claims that South Africa is becoming isolated from the rest of the African continent, describing reports to...

Business

PIC board breaks silence after FSCA launches probe

15th July 2026

The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) board has reaffirmed its commitment to sound governance, transparency and accountability, while welcoming ongoing oversight by the...

Powerball

Powerball results for Tuesday, July 14 2026

14th July 2026

Powerball results for Tuesday, July 14 2026 Powerball numbers: 09| 13 | 21 |36| 40  Powerball: 04 Powerball Xtra numbers: 10 |...

Big Reads

SAPS assembles team to probe murder of March and March Gauteng leader

14th July 2026

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has appointed a multidisciplinary team of detectives and crime intelligence officers to investigate the murder of...