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An 11-year-old girl was killed during a carjacking at a McDonald’s in Malvern, Durban, after hiding under her family’s vehicle. (Gallo Images/Sharon Seretlo) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we’re about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan is back to face South Africa. (Robert Cianflone/Getty Images) Ace spinner Rashid Khan has been included in the Afghanistan squad for the three-match one-day series against South Africa this month, selectors said on Thursday.The 25-year-old leg-spinner missed the one-off Test against New Zealand in India, which is likely to be washed out after four days of rain delays, because of medical advice to rest his back.Rashid underwent back surgery in November after the ODI World Cup in India.READ | Proteas rest key players to build squad depth ahead of Afghanistan, Ireland seriesThe Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB)…

The DA won 16 wards across five provinces during by-elections on 11 September 2024. (Darren Stewart/Gallo Images) The DA won 16 wards in by-elections across five provinces. The ANC won four wards in two provinces and the IFP retained a single ward in former president Jacob Zuma’s stomping yard, in Nkandla.MK Party organiser Floyd Shivambu led the party’s campaign in the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, where the party snatched one ward from its arch-nemesis, the ANC.The DA dominated the by-elections on Wednesday, garnering 32 592 votes or 55.96% of the support in five provinces and ultimately winning 16 out of…

The Tea Merchant and author Jackie Phamotse (Supplied) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we’re about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

Stanley Shuma, John Michels and Jenni Mckenzie. (Theewaterskloof Municipality) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we’re about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

Springbok star Mannie Libbok’s fiancée Verna-Lee Arries had her bridal shower over the weekend. (Verna_arries/Instagram) Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok proposed to his high school sweetheart Verna-Lee Arries in 2023.This year, the pair hosted a few celebratory events in the lead-up to their wedding day.Arries celebrated her bridal shower at the weekend with a beautiful gathering of friends and family.South African rugby star Manie Libbok put a ring on his long-term girlfriend Verna-Lee Arries’ finger in July 2023 during a picturesque picnic at Klein Roosboom Boutique Winery in Cape Town. And ever since then, the pair have been preparing for…

National police commissioner General Fannie Masemola, together with Hawks head Lieutenant-General Godfrey Lebeya, addressed the media on Thursday. (Iavan Pijoos/News24) South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we’re about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a world of news aimed to inform, empower, and inspire.

Carol Bouwer (PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES/GALLO IMAGES) The 2024 Miss World South Africa pageant is set for 5 October at Sun City, with 10 finalists vying for the chance to represent the country. The Miss World 2025 finals will take place in February, with the venue yet to be announced by the London-based organisation.   Carol Bouwer, the president and license holder of Miss World SA, praised the finalists and their potential as future leaders.The 2024 Miss World South Africa pageant is set to take place at the iconic Sun City Resort in Pilanesberg on 5 October, where 10 finalists…

The City of Cape Town spends millions on manhole covers. (Duncan Alfreds/News24) Vandalism and theft of manhole covers have cost the City of Cape Town a whopping R12 million in the past year.Cape Town Water and Sanitation MMC Zahid Badroodien said 6 590 sewer drain covers were stolen or vandalised across Cape Town between July 2023 and June 2024. This resulted in the City’s water and sanitation directorate spending over R12 million to replace and repair the covers.”This vital infrastructure needs to be in place to ensure the safety of the public and to safeguard sewer network operations,” said…

Philip Snyman is now the permanent head coach of the Blitzboks. (Roger Sedres/Gallo Images) SA Rugby mas made Philip Snyman the permanent head coach of the Blitzboks.The 37-year old, who has been interim coach for the past six months, signed a deal until the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.Snyman coached the Blitzboks to bronze at this year’s Paris Games.For more sevens rugby news, visit our dedicated section.Philip Snyman has been confirmed as permanent head coach of the Springbok Sevens side.The former Blitzboks captain had been acting as interim head coach for the past six months after taking over…