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August 2026 fuel price splits petrol and diesel users
The August 2026 fuel price cuts petrol but pushes diesel and paraffin higher from 5 August. See the new prices and what a 60-litre tank now costs.
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South Africa diesel price to rise sharply in August
The South Africa diesel price is heading up by as much as R1.60 a litre in August, even as petrol drivers get a small cut at the pumps.
Technology
EU AI labelling rules take effect for synthetic media
New EU AI labelling rules now cover deepfakes, cloned voices and machine-written text, with fines reaching millions for providers that skip the marks.
Viral News
Junior Boks doctor saves passenger on Cape Town flight
A Junior Boks doctor saves a passenger in cardiac arrest mid-flight, performing CPR over Bloemfontein days after the team's world title win.
News
South Africa August 2026 fuel price relief shrinks
Brent crude's surge has slashed South Africa August 2026 fuel price relief, shrinking petrol cuts and tipping diesel towards an increase.
News
Houthi Red Sea blockade threatens global oil supply
A Houthi Red Sea blockade in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait threatens Saudi crude exports and could push about 7% of global oil supply out of reach.
News
Mapisa-Nqakula pleads not guilty in corruption trial
Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has pleaded not guilty as her corruption trial opens in the Pretoria High Court over R4.5 million in alleged kickbacks.
News
US worldwide caution issued as Iran conflict escalates
The US worldwide caution advisory warns Americans overseas of possible escalation with Iran and tells citizens inside the country to leave immediately.
News
Strait of Hormuz blockade reinstated by the US
The US reinstated its Strait of Hormuz blockade on Tuesday after its truce with Iran collapsed, disrupting global trade and lifting fuel prices.
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South Africa migration crackdown removes 53 000 foreigners
More than 53 000 foreign nationals have been removed in South Africa's migration crackdown since June 2026, with Malawians hardest hit.
News
SARS auto assessment 2026 dates and what taxpayers must do
The SARS auto assessment 2026 window ran 1 to 12 July, with refunds paid in 72 hours. Here are the dates, deadlines and what taxpayers must do.
Crime
Anele Tembe inquest opens five years after fatal fall
The Anele Tembe inquest opened in Cape Town on 13 July 2026, five years after her fatal fall, with six witnesses to testify. Here is what the court will examine.
Crime
Vusi Matlala withdraws plea deal in R228m SAPS case
Vusi Matlala withdrew from his plea deal on 13 July 2026 after the court proposed a 12-year term. The R228m SAPS tender case was postponed to September.
Health
Cyclospora outbreak spreads across 31 US states
A cyclospora outbreak has spread to 31 US states with more than 3,000 cases, as investigators race to find the contaminated food behind the parasite surge.
News
China test-fires ballistic missile into South Pacific
China test-fired a nuclear-capable ballistic missile into the South Pacific, drawing protests from the US, Australia and New Zealand.
Viral News
Macron safe after bomb blasts near Damascus hotel
French President Macron escaped unhurt after two bomb blasts near his Damascus hotel wounded 18 during a landmark visit to Syria.
Crime
Ntuthuko Mahlaba death: arrest made in fatal crash probe
Ntuthuko Mahlaba death: KZN police open a culpable homicide case and arrest the driver after the ANC leader was killed jogging in Newcastle.
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Mkhwanazi’s July 6 briefing marked one year on
A year on, Mkhwanazi's July 6 briefing still shapes South Africa's policing crisis as Madlanga commission referrals move toward prosecutors.
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Franchise market inquiry looms for South African franchisors
A franchise market inquiry is looming for South Africa's near R1 trillion franchise sector, with the Competition Commission probing ownership and fairness.
News
Nigeria seeks compensation from South Africa over assets
Nigeria will seek compensation from South Africa for returnees who abandoned businesses and homes during the anti-immigration protests.
News
July 2026 fuel price adjustments confirmed: Here’s everything you must know
The highly anticipated July 2026 fuel price adjustment South Africa brings massive financial relief, as petrol decreases and wholesale diesel drops following significant global market shifts.
News
30 June protest puts Cape Town police on high alert
Western Cape police are on high alert for the 30 June protest as anti-immigration groups push a nationwide day of action. Here is what you must know.
Crime
Feroz Khan shot in Houghton assassination attempt
Crime intelligence boss Feroz Khan shot in a Houghton assassination attempt, days before his expected Madlanga Commission testimony.
News
US strikes on Iran trigger fresh retaliation in the Gulf
Fresh US strikes on Iran sparked missile and drone retaliation on Kuwait and Bahrain, testing a 60-day ceasefire as Trump warned of further action.
News
July 2026 fuel price cut on the cards despite levy hike
A July 2026 fuel price cut is expected for South African motorists as oil falls, though a new levy of R1.50 a litre on petrol will soften the relief.
Sports
Bafana Bafana make World Cup history with knockout spot
Bafana Bafana reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time after beating South Korea 1-0, finishing second in Group A behind Mexico.
News
Edgar Lungu to be buried in South Africa after court ruling
Edgar Lungu will be buried in South Africa after the appeal court backed his family and Zambia said it will not challenge the ruling.
News
South Africa petrol price set for sharp July relief
The South Africa petrol price could fall around R2.65 a litre in July 2026, with diesel down more, even as the fuel levy returns on 1 July.
News
US and Iran agree 60-day roadmap to a final deal
The US Iran 60-day roadmap to a final deal was agreed at Bürgenstock, with working groups, a Hormuz reopening and a Lebanon truce now in play.
News
March and March confirms national shutdown for 30 June
The March and March Movement has confirmed a national shutdown for 30 June 2026, its deadline for undocumented immigrants to leave South Africa.
