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March 24, 2026 Helene Mocke How would you like to share the article? Sable, die pointer. (Foto: JP Smith/Facebook) A two-and-a-half-year-old Pointer, Sable, was rescued from the Hillcrest quarry after an hours-long rescue operation on Saturday, after he was trapped on a cliff ledge about 25 m above the ground. Sable went for a walk with his owner when he was chasing a badger and ended up on the ledge where he couldn’t get back down. His owner called the fire brigade and rescue services around 20:45, after which several rescue teams were deployed. Teams from Durbanville fire brigade, technical…
A radio station that speaks directly to young people, iY has launched its transformation as it enters a new era that is powerful and invigorating in everything that is important to young people. The channel, known for highlighting new talent and doing something different in broadcasting, is ready to unveil its 2026 schedule, which is a clear indication of where we are headed.Over the past year, Y has continued to grow its audience and transform its sound and solidify its position as a leader in youth-driven communications. As an ever-growing platform that goes beyond radio, Y is committed to amplifying…
A sudden illness may hamper the chances of Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Brandon Petersen to join the Bafana Bafana squad for the World Cup. Petersen, who started the season until the break of the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) in December, fighting against prominent goalkeepers, was admitted to the hospital before the home game against Orlando Pirates last month.Although the Chiefs did not extend Petersen’s admission to the hospital, it turned out that he had to undergo surgery.Since the historic home game that the Chiefs defeated 3-0, Petersen has never been seen on the field since the jersey has fallen to…
Fikile Mbalula, secretary general of the ANC. (Photo: X) Fikile Mbalula, the ANC’s secretary-general, is threatening urgent legal action to prevent AfriForum’s planned media conference on a dossier with allegations of corruption, money laundering and fraud. In a lawyer’s letter sent to AfriForum on Tuesday, its legal representatives warn that the planned publication of the dossier could be defamatory and could damage its reputation. AfriForum plans to publish a comprehensive dossier on Wednesday detailing alleged fraud, money laundering, corruption and other reckless actions of Mbalula. Adv. Gerrie Nel, head of AfriForum’s private prosecution unit, will discuss the allegations and possible…
THE CHAIRMAN of the Genius Athletic Club who are the organizers of the Harry Gwala District Marathon, Themba Gumede, is not concerned about the increase in the number of Kenyan runners who eventually won the race yesterday morning.The race started from Highflats and ended at Mzimkhulu TVET College, Mzimkhulu. In the distance of 42.2km, the winner was Peter Muindi from Kenya, from Maxed Elite Club at 2:16:54, second was Jobo Khatoane from Lesotho, also from Maxed Elite at 2:19:00, third was Simon Mwangi from Kenya, from Maxed Elite at 2:20:07. Among the women, the winner was Kenyan Rolex Kogo, of…
Bafana Bafana COACH, Hugo Broos, is tight-lipped about the importance of Siwelele FC’s goalkeeper, Ricardo Goss, to the national team making final preparations before the start of the World Cup against Mexico on June 11, at the Azteca Stadium, Mexico.Bafana, included in Group A which includes Mexico, South Korea and one European country that will be clear at the top, will meet Panama on Friday at 7pm at Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban. These teams will meet again in Cape Town, on March 31.When Broos announced the squad to face Panama, he surprised South African football lovers by leaving out the…
Mamelodi Sundowns and their coach, Miguel Cardoso, have the same illness, since the team from Chloorkop, and the coach from Portugal, have turned away from the door of the Caf Champions League title many times separately in previous seasons.Sundowns secured a place in the semi-finals of the Champions League despite being defeated by Stade Malien of Mali 2-0 in the second leg of the Champions League quarter-final on Sunday in Bamako.Sundowns ended up winning 3-2 when the results of both legs were calculated, since the Brazilians won the first leg 3-0. Although that is the case, Cardoso told me about…
Ehben Muller was in severe pain but remained calm throughout. His attitude impressed the medical team so much that they honored him with a special medal. (Photo: Provided)A twelve-year-old boy received a medal for bravery at the Netcare Olivedale Hospital in Johannesburg, after he showed extraordinary courage during treatment for a knee injury in the emergency department.Ehben Muller’s mother, Adri Muller, says the incident started early in the morning when Ehben woke everyone in the house because of the immense pain he was in.”Ehben woke us up at 05:00 on Monday in severe pain and very anxious because his knee…
Orlando Pirates coach, Abdeslam Ouaddou, has reminded his players of the importance of not giving up as they look to Maliyethe, who are in the race for the Betway Premiership title that is hot against Mamelodi Sundowns.The Blacks beat TS Galaxy 6-0 in the Premiership on Sunday, at Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit.Pirates’ victory returned them to the top of the Premiership log with 51 points, followed by Mamelodi Sundowns with 50. The Blacks are leading the way in terms of goals as they have scored 40 in 22 games. Sundowns scored 37 times in 21 games. This makes this team from…
THE ORGANIZATION that pays the grants is the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa), stated that it does not pay allowances on weekends, Mondays or holidays. The organization said it does not pay the allowances even on the first day of the month.He said this after releasing the list of grant payment dates until the end of this year, following an agreement with the Treasury Department. Sassa said it always pays grants on separate days.”The allowance for the elderly is paid first, followed by those living with disabilities, and then child support. If the day of payment of the allowance…