Catch up on the biggest stories of Friday, 20 February 2026 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.

Convicted child rapist and murderer Amber-Lee Hughes takes the stand for raping and killing four-year-old Nada-Jane Challita, ...

The South African Weather Service has confirmed a striking dust devil, initially mistaken for a tornado, filmed at an Arnot ...

Polokwane municipality urges caution after Seshego tap water turns discoloured, highlighting the strain as demand far exceeds ...

A Toyota Corolla Cross believed to have been involved in a recent cash-in-transit heist, as well as a previous hijacking, was ...

More than 25 000 young adults have been diagnosed with high blood pressure in Gauteng amid worsening lifestyle habits.

South African Police Service (Saps) crime registrar Major-General Thulare Sekhukhune says the majority of the reported rape ...

Paralympian Collen Mahlalela from Nkomazi prepares for three more events ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games after winning ...

“This is indeed a clear demonstration that we are turning the tide, intentionally and aggressively by heightening police ...

In a six-three decision, the Supreme Court found Trump exceeded legal limits by using emergency powers for tariffs.

Mediclinic Highveld and Ampath held a pregnancy awareness campaign at Secunda Mall today (February 20). This is in ...

Building on a slight improvement in crime stats over the last two years, the police ministry is now launching new plans to ...