Ithuba denies lottery conspiracy claims after a R124 million PowerBall win, saying draws are independently audited and winners are chosen by chance. The operator cites diverse winners across banks and retail, urging the public to rely on verified information.
Perrie Edwards has called her past Zayn romance “toxic” and revealed he messaged her years after their split, a moment that left her panicked and shocked.
Israel will call up 60,000 reservists for a Gaza City offensive approved by Defence Minister Israel Katz. Troops are already operating around the city as evacuations south are prepared. Aid agencies warn of a severe humanitarian toll, while truce and hostage negotiations
South Africa’s top banks face the Constitutional Court in the rand manipulation case, accused of cartel-like conduct that threatens economic sovereignty.
Three DA MPs attacked in Nyanga during an oversight visit survived a violent smash-and-grab when bricks smashed their vehicle. Ian Cameron and Nicholas Gotsell sustained injuries, while police quickly arrested suspects linked to the assault.
Kremlin cools Putin-Zelensky peace talks as Trump urges direct meeting and warns Putin may not want a deal, while Europe pushes security guarantees for Ukraine.
Police have intensified Muizenberg operations with roadblocks, raids, and cordon-and-search tactics after deadly shootings. Authorities say the crackdown will continue until stability returns.
The Mitchells Plain stepfather life sentence comes with an extra 40 years for rape and sexual assault over nearly two decades. The survivor, 24, details lasting trauma as the court orders sex-offender and child-protection register listings.