https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews https://www.iol.co.za/assets/images/newspapers/daily-news.png https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews RSS for Node Tue, 26 May 2026 10:04:26 GMT Tue, 26 May 2026 10:04:26 GMT https://www.iol.co.za/rss 60 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/march-and-march-demands-mass-deportation-of-illegal-immigrants-as-jacinta-ngobese-zuma-announces-nationwide-protest-action-08e72d76-f101-472b-841b-d62141094207 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/march-and-march-demands-mass-deportation-of-illegal-immigrants-as-jacinta-ngobese-zuma-announces-nationwide-protest-action-08e72d76-f101-472b-841b-d62141094207 Tue, 26 May 2026 08:45:17 GMT Tue, 26 May 2026 08:45:17 GMT IOL Ngobese-Zuma, leader of the March and March movement, addresses journalists in Umhlanga, calling for urgent government action on illegal immigration and social justice as the movement plans a significant protest for 2026. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/top-sa-jockey-smanga-khumalo-found-guilty-for-race-fixing-37037722-9745-4d21-ad85-00284a13d00b https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/top-sa-jockey-smanga-khumalo-found-guilty-for-race-fixing-37037722-9745-4d21-ad85-00284a13d00b Tue, 26 May 2026 07:33:17 GMT Tue, 26 May 2026 07:33:17 GMT IOL Recent corruption and race-fixing allegations have rocked South African horse racing, with champion jockey S’manga Khumalo found guilty of serious breaches of integrity rules. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/saps-mourns-the-loss-of-sergeant-mandla-khuzwayo-after-ambush-in-durban-e30507b4-2afa-41a5-9ea5-2449e161e2fd https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/saps-mourns-the-loss-of-sergeant-mandla-khuzwayo-after-ambush-in-durban-e30507b4-2afa-41a5-9ea5-2449e161e2fd Tue, 26 May 2026 04:53:33 GMT Tue, 26 May 2026 04:53:33 GMT IOL The South African Police Service mourns Sergeant Mandla Khuzwayo, who succumbed to injuries from a recent ambush in Durban, highlighting the ongoing dangers faced by police officers. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/on-this-day-in-history-from-dunkirk-and-everest-triumphs-to-tragedy-in-gaza-5545405d-85bd-40cf-b968-7fa067fcbbf9 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/on-this-day-in-history-from-dunkirk-and-everest-triumphs-to-tragedy-in-gaza-5545405d-85bd-40cf-b968-7fa067fcbbf9 Mon, 25 May 2026 19:57:49 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 19:57:49 GMT IOL On this day in history https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/letters-durban-decay-xenophobia-fears-and-ebola-crisis-spark-alarm-2a5aa809-74eb-4652-873f-a85f986dc440 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/letters-durban-decay-xenophobia-fears-and-ebola-crisis-spark-alarm-2a5aa809-74eb-4652-873f-a85f986dc440 Mon, 25 May 2026 19:55:37 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 19:55:37 GMT IOL Letters to the editor https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/trending-sundowns-caf-final-sparks-outrage-over-refereeing-crowd-trouble-and-south-african-football-rivalry-13f26d1b-16ce-4b99-bf32-2e3a57274d4b https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/trending-sundowns-caf-final-sparks-outrage-over-refereeing-crowd-trouble-and-south-african-football-rivalry-13f26d1b-16ce-4b99-bf32-2e3a57274d4b Mon, 25 May 2026 19:54:06 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 19:54:06 GMT IOL What's trending on X https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/breaking-top-sa-jockey-smanga-khumalo-latest-star-found-guilty-in-explosive-race-fixing-scandal-28aa86f1-4bdf-4b6b-855e-26b88d1b1133 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/breaking-top-sa-jockey-smanga-khumalo-latest-star-found-guilty-in-explosive-race-fixing-scandal-28aa86f1-4bdf-4b6b-855e-26b88d1b1133 Mon, 25 May 2026 19:52:40 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 19:52:40 GMT IOL " Recent corruption and race-fixing scandals have shaken the South African horse racing community, with champion jockey S’manga Khumalo found guilty of serious breaches of integrity rules. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/kwazulu-natal-premier-calls-for-unity-amid-immigration-concerns-02ce7715-8c20-4edd-84be-98639ad03653 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/kwazulu-natal-premier-calls-for-unity-amid-immigration-concerns-02ce7715-8c20-4edd-84be-98639ad03653 Mon, 25 May 2026 17:14:26 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 17:14:26 GMT IOL KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli advocates for unity and lawful coexistence during Africa Day celebrations, addressing the challenges posed by undocumented immigration and societal tensions https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/the-balance-of-power-shifts-how-orlando-pirates-treble-shattered-mamelodi-sundowns-monopoly-2c1ee9bb-30b7-4260-8cd7-cd2885610dd2 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/the-balance-of-power-shifts-how-orlando-pirates-treble-shattered-mamelodi-sundowns-monopoly-2c1ee9bb-30b7-4260-8cd7-cd2885610dd2 Mon, 25 May 2026 16:10:17 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 16:10:17 GMT IOL Orlando Pirates didn't just end a 14-year league drought by clinching the Betway Premiership; their historic domestic treble under Abdeslam Ouaddou has blown South African football wide open again. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/urc-quarter-final-why-danger-lurks-for-favourites-bulls-against-resilient-munster-at-loftus-08bd0ef2-6edd-4b06-b0f5-1bb078af734b https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/urc-quarter-final-why-danger-lurks-for-favourites-bulls-against-resilient-munster-at-loftus-08bd0ef2-6edd-4b06-b0f5-1bb078af734b Mon, 25 May 2026 16:09:36 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 16:09:36 GMT IOL The Bulls are heavy favourites to secure a United Rugby Championship semi-final spot against Munster, but history proves the Irish province always find a way to make life uncomfortable at Loftus Versfeld. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/bafana-bafanas-world-cup-blueprint-how-sundowns-champions-league-heroes-form-south-africas-backbone-c38d393c-1502-4282-a7b1-78670a130ca6 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/bafana-bafanas-world-cup-blueprint-how-sundowns-champions-league-heroes-form-south-africas-backbone-c38d393c-1502-4282-a7b1-78670a130ca6 Mon, 25 May 2026 16:08:49 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 16:08:49 GMT IOL Mamelodi Sundowns' historic CAF Champions League triumph did more than add silverware to their cabinet; it solidified the core group of stars set to drive Bafana Bafana towards the 2026 FIFA World Cup. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/no-4g-excuses-for-stormers-ahead-of-crucial-cardiff-revenge-urc-quarter-final-clash-0520161a-ccdd-4a07-bcb4-f10ad02c70e6 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/no-4g-excuses-for-stormers-ahead-of-crucial-cardiff-revenge-urc-quarter-final-clash-0520161a-ccdd-4a07-bcb4-f10ad02c70e6 Mon, 25 May 2026 16:08:14 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 16:08:14 GMT IOL The Stormers are refusing to rely on the comfort of Cape Town Stadium's grass pitch as they look to avenge their recent defeat against a street-smart Cardiff Rugby side. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/premier-league/why-arsenal-and-manchester-united-are-primed-to-reignite-english-footballs-grand-reboot-183b161b-7991-475e-9a0f-1abe275a01e8 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/premier-league/why-arsenal-and-manchester-united-are-primed-to-reignite-english-footballs-grand-reboot-183b161b-7991-475e-9a0f-1abe275a01e8 Mon, 25 May 2026 16:07:47 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 16:07:47 GMT IOL With Mikel Arteta guiding Arsenal to long-awaited glory and Michael Carrick restoring seriousness to Manchester United, the Premier League's most iconic rivalry is officially loading its next chapter. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/watch-legacy-v-leverage-how-sundowns-african-windfall-overshadows-pirates-historic-treble-66838ecc-b4b3-4939-8642-8e7242c5fa3c https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/watch-legacy-v-leverage-how-sundowns-african-windfall-overshadows-pirates-historic-treble-66838ecc-b4b3-4939-8642-8e7242c5fa3c Mon, 25 May 2026 16:06:44 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 16:06:44 GMT IOL Explore the contrasting successes of Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns in South African football this season, highlighting their domestic dominance and continental achievements. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/brown-mogotsi-bail-investigating-officer-claims-the-political-fixer-tried-to-bribe-him-264ae272-451e-428b-bdcb-b524340cdaed https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/brown-mogotsi-bail-investigating-officer-claims-the-political-fixer-tried-to-bribe-him-264ae272-451e-428b-bdcb-b524340cdaed Mon, 25 May 2026 15:30:48 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 15:30:48 GMT IOL Political fixer Brown Mogotsi remains behind bars as the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court postpones his bail hearing, raising serious questions about his credibility and residential address. https://www.iol.co.za/saturday-star/a-giant-of-journalism-south-africa-mourns-veteran-reporter-baldwin-ndaba-7049a839-dccf-40fa-999f-c95635c6f274 https://www.iol.co.za/saturday-star/a-giant-of-journalism-south-africa-mourns-veteran-reporter-baldwin-ndaba-7049a839-dccf-40fa-999f-c95635c6f274 Mon, 25 May 2026 15:24:30 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 15:24:30 GMT IOL Veteran journalist Ndaba, known for his fearless dedication to truth and accountability, has passed away, leaving a lasting legacy in South African journalism. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/cape-town-city-and-milford-fc-face-off-in-critical-psl-promotionrelegation-play-off-opener-63e56f14-8fe7-49e7-aeaf-eac210136859 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/cape-town-city-and-milford-fc-face-off-in-critical-psl-promotionrelegation-play-off-opener-63e56f14-8fe7-49e7-aeaf-eac210136859 Mon, 25 May 2026 15:11:16 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 15:11:16 GMT IOL Cape Town City and Milford begin their PSL promotion/relegation playoff campaign on Tuesday with both clubs desperate to take early control in the battle for top-flight football next season. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/pressure-mounts-on-justice-minister-to-probe-magistrate-who-struck-joe-ferrari-sibanyoni-case-off-the-roll-e3d41178-e536-49c8-ae0e-700ef97d3804 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/pressure-mounts-on-justice-minister-to-probe-magistrate-who-struck-joe-ferrari-sibanyoni-case-off-the-roll-e3d41178-e536-49c8-ae0e-700ef97d3804 Mon, 25 May 2026 14:43:06 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 14:43:06 GMT IOL Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi faces calls to investigate Chief Magistrate Tuletu Tonjeni's controversial decision to release taxi boss Joe 'Ferrari' Sibanyoni. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/change-must-come-sundowns-boss-cardoso-demands-psl-schedule-overhaul-after-champions-league-glory-45f3afaa-399a-415f-b986-0afae8b744aa https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/change-must-come-sundowns-boss-cardoso-demands-psl-schedule-overhaul-after-champions-league-glory-45f3afaa-399a-415f-b986-0afae8b744aa Mon, 25 May 2026 14:35:21 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 14:35:21 GMT IOL Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has urged South African football bosses to better protect clubs competing in Africa after an exhausting fixture pile-up took a heavy toll on his squad. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/not-a-galactico-deal-why-financial-sacrifice-proves-kolbe-is-joining-stormers-to-win-trophies-411556a2-0640-48ab-92e9-add1d85eed1d https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/not-a-galactico-deal-why-financial-sacrifice-proves-kolbe-is-joining-stormers-to-win-trophies-411556a2-0640-48ab-92e9-add1d85eed1d Mon, 25 May 2026 14:23:26 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 14:23:26 GMT IOL Stormers director of rugby John Dobson reveals that Cheslin Kolbe made massive financial sacrifices and rejected far more lucrative global offers to secure his fairytale return to Cape Town. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/umkhanyakude-mayors-commitment-to-community-upliftment-and-water-access-e4b11009-d61c-42dd-b023-69ac9198a388 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/umkhanyakude-mayors-commitment-to-community-upliftment-and-water-access-e4b11009-d61c-42dd-b023-69ac9198a388 Mon, 25 May 2026 14:02:15 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 14:02:15 GMT IOL Discover how the Mayor of Umkhanyakude District Municipality is transforming the community through improved water access, agricultural advancements, and enhanced safety measures. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/sars-dismisses-data-breach-claims-says-no-evidence-of-system-compromise-2c15f13d-4ce7-4069-95b7-c31e88216ca6 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/sars-dismisses-data-breach-claims-says-no-evidence-of-system-compromise-2c15f13d-4ce7-4069-95b7-c31e88216ca6 Mon, 25 May 2026 13:24:16 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 13:24:16 GMT IOL The South African Revenue Service has dismissed claims of a data breach, assuring the public of its commitment to system security and urging caution against misinformation. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/passing-the-torch-itumeleng-khune-celebrates-teenage-star-surpassing-his-historic-kaizer-chiefs-record-a2fb339f-cf0d-4326-80e2-6fa568bef108 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/passing-the-torch-itumeleng-khune-celebrates-teenage-star-surpassing-his-historic-kaizer-chiefs-record-a2fb339f-cf0d-4326-80e2-6fa568bef108 Mon, 25 May 2026 13:16:28 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 13:16:28 GMT IOL Kaizer Chiefs legend Itumeleng Khune has congratulated teenage sensation Takalani Mazhamba after the youngster became the youngest goalkeeper to debut for the Amakhosi in the PSL era. https://www.iol.co.za/news/education/umlazi-graduate-powers-into-engineering-career-at-eskom-c51c1938-e70e-4ded-b549-ff0bd2e81c58 https://www.iol.co.za/news/education/umlazi-graduate-powers-into-engineering-career-at-eskom-c51c1938-e70e-4ded-b549-ff0bd2e81c58 Mon, 25 May 2026 11:40:13 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 11:40:13 GMT IOL The inspiring journey of 22-year-old Ntando Madiba, who overcame childhood loss to graduate in Electrical Engineering and embark on a promising career at Eskom, embodying resilience and purpose. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/urc-quarter-final-the-key-lions-players-who-could-fuel-miracle-in-dublin-against-leinster-bd5547b2-31ac-4108-915a-a099399a5fb8 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/urc-quarter-final-the-key-lions-players-who-could-fuel-miracle-in-dublin-against-leinster-bd5547b2-31ac-4108-915a-a099399a5fb8 Mon, 25 May 2026 11:27:08 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 11:27:08 GMT IOL The Lions head to Dublin as massive underdogs for Saturday's URC quarter-final against a wounded Leinster side, but these key players have the fire power to script an historic upset. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/the-r360m-goal-how-mamelodi-sundowns-continental-triumph-dwarfs-orlando-pirates-domestic-treble-c764a4e0-4e9f-415a-85b4-a781240350b7 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/the-r360m-goal-how-mamelodi-sundowns-continental-triumph-dwarfs-orlando-pirates-domestic-treble-c764a4e0-4e9f-415a-85b4-a781240350b7 Mon, 25 May 2026 11:07:42 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 11:07:42 GMT IOL Teboho Mokoena’s historic strike in Rabat didn't just win Mamelodi Sundowns the CAF Champions League — it unlocked a financial windfall worth up to R360m, highlighting the staggering revenue gap between domestic and continental success.. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/cheslin-kolbes-return-the-crown-jewel-in-stormers-ambitious-project-2029-1c4e85c0-5f62-45bd-825a-1924576670ad https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/cheslin-kolbes-return-the-crown-jewel-in-stormers-ambitious-project-2029-1c4e85c0-5f62-45bd-825a-1924576670ad Mon, 25 May 2026 11:00:27 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 11:00:27 GMT IOL Cheslin Kolbe is heading home. The double World Cup-winning Springbok superstar has signed with the Stormers, joining Siya Kolisi in Cape Town for next season as part of the ambitious Project 2029. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/kruger-park-killings-shock-sa-as-ministers-condemn-tourist-murders-and-security-tightens-7912a8b4-a572-4aba-9824-f96f6d29fc01 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/kruger-park-killings-shock-sa-as-ministers-condemn-tourist-murders-and-security-tightens-7912a8b4-a572-4aba-9824-f96f6d29fc01 Mon, 25 May 2026 10:48:55 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 10:48:55 GMT IOL Following the tragic discovery of two tourists' bodies in Kruger National Park, South African authorities are taking steps to ensure visitor safety and support the ongoing police investigation. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/who-are-the-mps-investigating-ramaphosas-phala-phala-scandal-9d34ba67-e177-41ba-8c84-996216bbc177 https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/who-are-the-mps-investigating-ramaphosas-phala-phala-scandal-9d34ba67-e177-41ba-8c84-996216bbc177 Mon, 25 May 2026 09:44:25 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 09:44:25 GMT IOL Several parties, including the DA, MK Party, BOSA and ActionSA, have confirmed their representatives for the Phala Phala impeachment committee as Parliament moves to finalise nominations. https://www.iol.co.za/travel/south-africa/golden-hour-magic-kwazulu-natals-most-beautiful-sunrise-destinations-0c3e7d55-1b5f-4187-9c10-11aaaa91779d https://www.iol.co.za/travel/south-africa/golden-hour-magic-kwazulu-natals-most-beautiful-sunrise-destinations-0c3e7d55-1b5f-4187-9c10-11aaaa91779d Mon, 25 May 2026 07:05:19 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 07:05:19 GMT IOL Explore the enchanting sunrise spots in KwaZulu-Natal, where the golden hour transforms landscapes into breathtaking vistas. From iconic piers to tranquil beaches, discover the best locations to witness nature's morning spectacle. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/on-this-day-in-history-south-africans-conquer-everest-racist-murdered-gets-life-x-8-heroic-war-hero-and-deadly-plague-comes-ashore-d1ba89ff-bd0f-495a-a768-4cf5fb1842dd https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/on-this-day-in-history-south-africans-conquer-everest-racist-murdered-gets-life-x-8-heroic-war-hero-and-deadly-plague-comes-ashore-d1ba89ff-bd0f-495a-a768-4cf5fb1842dd Mon, 25 May 2026 04:06:33 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 04:06:33 GMT IOL On this day in history https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/letters-durbans-sewage-crisis-sparks-outrage-over-pollution-and-neglect-5c394e3b-f892-4d2b-bf89-d8b5bf95933a https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/letters-durbans-sewage-crisis-sparks-outrage-over-pollution-and-neglect-5c394e3b-f892-4d2b-bf89-d8b5bf95933a Mon, 25 May 2026 04:03:30 GMT Mon, 25 May 2026 04:03:30 GMT IOL Letters to the editor https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/teboho-mokoenas-thunderous-strike-silences-rabat-to-secure-mamelodi-sundowns-continental-glory-e86a6304-df7a-4a75-8eae-098c20c9f0ba https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/teboho-mokoenas-thunderous-strike-silences-rabat-to-secure-mamelodi-sundowns-continental-glory-e86a6304-df7a-4a75-8eae-098c20c9f0ba Sun, 24 May 2026 21:58:31 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 21:58:31 GMT IOL Teboho Mokoena proved once again why he is the man for the big occasion, unleashing a ferocious half-volley that completely shifted the momentum of the CAF Champions League final. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/five-defining-matches-that-forged-orlando-pirates-into-betway-premiership-champions-0b295638-327c-4142-8636-c19cdf71edd5 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/five-defining-matches-that-forged-orlando-pirates-into-betway-premiership-champions-0b295638-327c-4142-8636-c19cdf71edd5 Sun, 24 May 2026 21:47:43 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 21:47:43 GMT IOL From Soweto Derby dominance to final-day composure against Orbit College, we track the five pivotal fixtures that brought the league title back to Orlando Pirates. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/mamelodi-sundowns-crowned-champions-of-africa-with-tense-draw-in-rabat-e0591d07-5d08-41e0-96ab-de18a8063513 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/mamelodi-sundowns-crowned-champions-of-africa-with-tense-draw-in-rabat-e0591d07-5d08-41e0-96ab-de18a8063513 Sun, 24 May 2026 21:10:28 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 21:10:28 GMT IOL Mamelodi Sundowns overcame fierce pressure in Morocco to defeat AS FAR Rabat 2-1 on aggregate and reclaim the CAF Champions League crown for the first time since 2016. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/athletics/mohamed-esa-hails-record-breaking-cape-town-marathon-win-as-triumph-for-african-running-e13285e1-33dc-4ede-b26d-e565a7e08473 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/athletics/mohamed-esa-hails-record-breaking-cape-town-marathon-win-as-triumph-for-african-running-e13285e1-33dc-4ede-b26d-e565a7e08473 Sun, 24 May 2026 16:13:17 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 16:13:17 GMT IOL Ethiopia's Mohamed Esa celebrated his historic 2:04:55 victory at the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, calling it a major milestone for the sport on the African continent. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/orbit-college-boss-pogiso-makhoye-calm-in-relegation-after-title-deciding-defeat-e2e2154d-8c37-4961-a119-fd787d485849 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/orbit-college-boss-pogiso-makhoye-calm-in-relegation-after-title-deciding-defeat-e2e2154d-8c37-4961-a119-fd787d485849 Sun, 24 May 2026 15:42:24 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 15:42:24 GMT IOL Orbit College head coach Pogiso Makhoye admits the club had mentally prepared for relegation before their final-day loss against champions Orlando Pirates. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/after-league-triumph-mofokeng-appollis-and-chaine-headline-orlando-pirates-presence-in-bafana-setup-65a2100c-35de-4bc2-9984-d403d1d3c2be https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/after-league-triumph-mofokeng-appollis-and-chaine-headline-orlando-pirates-presence-in-bafana-setup-65a2100c-35de-4bc2-9984-d403d1d3c2be Sun, 24 May 2026 14:24:08 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 14:24:08 GMT IOL Nine Orlando Pirates players have been named in Hugo Broos’ 32-man preliminary Bafana Bafana World Cup squad and will report for camp on 25 May before the final 26-man selection. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/western-cape-couple-identified-in-shocking-kruger-national-park-murder-incident-eb478b83-06b2-460b-8e07-f85b834fe957 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/western-cape-couple-identified-in-shocking-kruger-national-park-murder-incident-eb478b83-06b2-460b-8e07-f85b834fe957 Sun, 24 May 2026 14:21:33 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 14:21:33 GMT IOL The couple killed in Kruger National Park have been identified as Dina Marais,73, and Ernst Marais, 71 from Mossel Bay in the Western Cape. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/musa-mbheles-vision-for-transforming-ethekwini-into-a-vibrant-city-0887ed26-f96d-4eda-9c09-2af70f584ee4 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/musa-mbheles-vision-for-transforming-ethekwini-into-a-vibrant-city-0887ed26-f96d-4eda-9c09-2af70f584ee4 Sun, 24 May 2026 14:04:43 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 14:04:43 GMT IOL City manager Musa Mbhele shares his insights on eThekwini's transformation, highlighting improvements in service delivery, investment climate, and community engagement, while addressing challenges faced during his tenure. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/exhausted-abdeslam-ouaddou-undecided-on-orlando-pirates-future-after-historic-treble-8731cb14-a10e-4b10-8ae7-bd5dd00361a0 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/exhausted-abdeslam-ouaddou-undecided-on-orlando-pirates-future-after-historic-treble-8731cb14-a10e-4b10-8ae7-bd5dd00361a0 Sun, 24 May 2026 13:39:18 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 13:39:18 GMT IOL Abdeslam Ouaddou says exhaustion may force him to reconsider his Orlando Pirates future after delivering a historic domestic treble. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/kaizer-chiefs-co-coach-cedric-kaze-submitting-technical-report-as-board-review-loom-6d8571c4-f9ce-4632-8eac-cdcba882f6f4 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/kaizer-chiefs-co-coach-cedric-kaze-submitting-technical-report-as-board-review-loom-6d8571c4-f9ce-4632-8eac-cdcba882f6f4 Sun, 24 May 2026 13:31:58 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 13:31:58 GMT IOL Cedric Kaze says Kaizer Chiefs built a strong foundation after finishing third in the Betway Premiership, but their long-term coaching future will be decided by management after season review talks. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/saps-captain-due-in-court-as-madlanga-commission-probe-deepens-into-murder-case-interference-6338fe5a-32b4-45f0-8cf4-0c1146b5aadf https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/saps-captain-due-in-court-as-madlanga-commission-probe-deepens-into-murder-case-interference-6338fe5a-32b4-45f0-8cf4-0c1146b5aadf Sun, 24 May 2026 12:52:10 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 12:52:10 GMT IOL A SAPS captain has been arrested for allegedly manipulating evidence in high-profile murder cases, raising concerns about misconduct within law enforcement. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/sexwale-disputes-ramaphosas-account-of-phala-phala-farm-scandal-c0b0be0e-6679-436f-bc16-32aa201aa911 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/sexwale-disputes-ramaphosas-account-of-phala-phala-farm-scandal-c0b0be0e-6679-436f-bc16-32aa201aa911 Sun, 24 May 2026 11:43:24 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 11:43:24 GMT IOL Tokyo Sexwale has publicly challenged President Cyril Ramaphosa's account of the Phala Phala farm scandal. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/springbok-women-look-to-fix-disciplinary-flaws-despite-10-try-thumping-of-madagascar-45fdb085-7158-485b-b15f-7a1c91caa93b https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/springbok-women-look-to-fix-disciplinary-flaws-despite-10-try-thumping-of-madagascar-45fdb085-7158-485b-b15f-7a1c91caa93b Sun, 24 May 2026 11:19:40 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 11:19:40 GMT IOL September praised the team's character and effort after 64-5 win over Madagascar, but warned discipline and unforced errors must improve ahead of Wednesday’s clash against Uganda. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/ghanaians-in-south-africa-prepare-to-leave-amid-xenophobic-fears-287504a9-a6dd-44ea-a4f4-bd900659beb0 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/ghanaians-in-south-africa-prepare-to-leave-amid-xenophobic-fears-287504a9-a6dd-44ea-a4f4-bd900659beb0 Sun, 24 May 2026 11:11:53 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 11:11:53 GMT IOL Sunday was a busy day for scores of Ghanaian nationals, who presented themselves to the Ghanaian embassy in Pretoria, eager to participate in a screening and verification process set to facilitate their evacuation from South Africa. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/athletics/kipchoge-upstaged-as-esa-smashes-african-marathon-record-in-cape-town-9a3acc56-d30e-41eb-a4ea-4d2c4e3d462f https://www.iol.co.za/sport/athletics/kipchoge-upstaged-as-esa-smashes-african-marathon-record-in-cape-town-9a3acc56-d30e-41eb-a4ea-4d2c4e3d462f Sun, 24 May 2026 10:33:05 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 10:33:05 GMT IOL Ethiopia dominated a historic day at the Cape Town Marathon as Mohamed Esa produced the fastest marathon ever run on African soil while Eliud Kipchoge finished outside the top 15. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/gunmen-storm-ex-minister-naledi-pandors-home-flee-with-valuables-82649c4b-832e-43c8-a60b-2b1219bbf6c8 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/gunmen-storm-ex-minister-naledi-pandors-home-flee-with-valuables-82649c4b-832e-43c8-a60b-2b1219bbf6c8 Sun, 24 May 2026 09:34:53 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 09:34:53 GMT IOL Armed suspects stormed Naledi Pandor’s home, held occupants at gunpoint and fled with valuables, police said. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/two-tourists-stabbed-and-killed-in-kruger-park-ford-ranger-still-missing-6f74ac81-db8d-4720-9d57-748a6b964318 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/two-tourists-stabbed-and-killed-in-kruger-park-ford-ranger-still-missing-6f74ac81-db8d-4720-9d57-748a6b964318 Sun, 24 May 2026 09:28:17 GMT Sun, 24 May 2026 09:28:17 GMT IOL Limpopo police have launched a manhunt for suspects following the brutal killing of two tourists. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/politicians-son-in-222kmh-speeding-drama-as-rti-stands-firm-56d5ca2b-6606-47f9-9208-d30c7c71fec8 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/politicians-son-in-222kmh-speeding-drama-as-rti-stands-firm-56d5ca2b-6606-47f9-9208-d30c7c71fec8 Sat, 23 May 2026 19:44:06 GMT Sat, 23 May 2026 19:44:06 GMT IOL KwaZulu-Natal’s Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI) has arrested a motorist allegedly clocked at 222km/h in a 120km/h zone during the #NenzaniLaEzweni operation. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/netball/champions-fireballs-reignite-title-defence-with-commanding-revenge-victory-over-flames-1efcf159-2eb5-4b26-babb-436801c886dd https://www.iol.co.za/sport/netball/champions-fireballs-reignite-title-defence-with-commanding-revenge-victory-over-flames-1efcf159-2eb5-4b26-babb-436801c886dd Sat, 23 May 2026 18:15:19 GMT Sat, 23 May 2026 18:15:19 GMT IOL Producing a ruthless defensive masterclass, the Gauteng Golden Fireballs avenged their Power Week 1 heartbreak by hammering the North West Flames 58–28. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/exhausted-abdeslam-ouaddou-drops-tense-future-bombshell-after-orlando-pirates-historic-triumph-62777ac1-2444-49cc-8dbd-8d4e90ab3e4d https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/exhausted-abdeslam-ouaddou-drops-tense-future-bombshell-after-orlando-pirates-historic-triumph-62777ac1-2444-49cc-8dbd-8d4e90ab3e4d Sat, 23 May 2026 17:57:42 GMT Sat, 23 May 2026 17:57:42 GMT IOL Despite securing a dramatic 2–0 final-day victory to end a 14-year league drought, an emotional Abdeslam Ouaddou admits his future at Orlando Pirates remains highly uncertain. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/mpumi-khoza-hails-youth-system-after-orlando-pirates-seal-sensational-domestic-treble-f4fdc415-1a98-4e1d-95d2-7d597aa3becd https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/mpumi-khoza-hails-youth-system-after-orlando-pirates-seal-sensational-domestic-treble-f4fdc415-1a98-4e1d-95d2-7d597aa3becd Sat, 23 May 2026 16:31:18 GMT Sat, 23 May 2026 16:31:18 GMT IOL Reflecting on an extraordinary 2–0 final-day victory, director of football Mpumi Khoza says investing in youth structures broke the club's 14-year title hoodoo. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/orlando-pirates-complete-fairytale-title-triumph-in-dramatic-fashion-656f1b72-0d13-48c3-a790-a65ac0208233 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/orlando-pirates-complete-fairytale-title-triumph-in-dramatic-fashion-656f1b72-0d13-48c3-a790-a65ac0208233 Sat, 23 May 2026 16:06:53 GMT Sat, 23 May 2026 16:06:53 GMT IOL Orlando Pirates completed a domestic treble after two dramatic own goals from Orbit College sealed the Betway Premiership title. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/connacht-hold-the-key-to-south-africas-ambitions-beyond-the-urc-quarter-finals-4157a6a3-4bae-49e7-80e7-88590a56c44f https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/connacht-hold-the-key-to-south-africas-ambitions-beyond-the-urc-quarter-finals-4157a6a3-4bae-49e7-80e7-88590a56c44f Sat, 23 May 2026 15:54:33 GMT Sat, 23 May 2026 15:54:33 GMT IOL Following a disappointing continental campaign, the pressure shifts heavily to the Bulls, Stormers, and Lions to conquer a treacherous away-draw matrix in the URC play-offs. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/debut-delight-as-logan-welman-helps-springbok-women-open-african-title-defence-in-style-e2c77da4-2778-4e6f-b134-76ac18fd7dce https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/debut-delight-as-logan-welman-helps-springbok-women-open-african-title-defence-in-style-e2c77da4-2778-4e6f-b134-76ac18fd7dce Sat, 23 May 2026 14:34:26 GMT Sat, 23 May 2026 14:34:26 GMT IOL Debutant No 8 Logan Welman starred with a brilliant long-range try as the South African women overwhelmed Madagascar 64-5 to begin their Rugby Africa Women’s Cup title defence in dominant fashion. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/morne-steyn-lions-no-10-chris-smith-is-the-best-flyhalf-in-sa-right-now-c382a5a5-12ca-47ee-9037-336be9a36712 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/morne-steyn-lions-no-10-chris-smith-is-the-best-flyhalf-in-sa-right-now-c382a5a5-12ca-47ee-9037-336be9a36712 Sat, 23 May 2026 12:09:55 GMT Sat, 23 May 2026 12:09:55 GMT IOL Legendary Springbok pivot Morné Steyn has questioned the national selectors after Lions playmaker Chris Smith was left out of the latest alignment camp. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/unraveling-the-r50-billion-software-heist-did-saps-get-played-ff1e18ed-e861-4647-bb4b-f07775adc3c9 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/unraveling-the-r50-billion-software-heist-did-saps-get-played-ff1e18ed-e861-4647-bb4b-f07775adc3c9 Sat, 23 May 2026 11:50:49 GMT Sat, 23 May 2026 11:50:49 GMT IOL New allegations presented to the Madlanga Commission reveal that the South African Police Service may have been defrauded of R50 billion by private companies over software ownership, as detailed in a whistle-blower's affidavit. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/game-day-orlando-pirates-eye-historic-treble-and-end-to-14-year-league-drought-in-mbombela-71a7f68a-3d65-42e7-a9cd-33d99a1088aa https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/game-day-orlando-pirates-eye-historic-treble-and-end-to-14-year-league-drought-in-mbombela-71a7f68a-3d65-42e7-a9cd-33d99a1088aa Sat, 23 May 2026 11:46:50 GMT Sat, 23 May 2026 11:46:50 GMT IOL Orlando Pirates are one win away from identically matching their 2011/12 domestic treble achievements by clinching the Betway Premiership title. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/spain-1982-political-tension-global-shocks-and-ultimate-italian-redemption-at-fifa-world-cup-c2e84cfb-9173-4fcc-8736-277b23ea2eb9 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/spain-1982-political-tension-global-shocks-and-ultimate-italian-redemption-at-fifa-world-cup-c2e84cfb-9173-4fcc-8736-277b23ea2eb9 Sat, 23 May 2026 11:17:30 GMT Sat, 23 May 2026 11:17:30 GMT IOL Played against the volatile backdrop of the Falklands War and martial law, the expanded 1982 Fifa World Cup in Spain delivered unmatched political drama and historic sporting controversy. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/how-saps-allegedly-lost-control-of-its-own-software-in-a-r50-billion-deal-122b938b-2aea-441b-ba46-eb0832882ea9 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/how-saps-allegedly-lost-control-of-its-own-software-in-a-r50-billion-deal-122b938b-2aea-441b-ba46-eb0832882ea9 Sat, 23 May 2026 06:54:13 GMT Sat, 23 May 2026 06:54:13 GMT IOL New allegations presented to the Madlanga Commission reveal that the South African Police Service may have been defrauded of R50 billion by private companies over software ownership, as detailed in a whistle-blower's affidavit. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/thanduyise-khuboni-urges-support-for-hugo-broos-despite-bafana-bafana-wc-squad-debate-76f03af0-a346-4197-9e3f-0b1d977ebb89 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/thanduyise-khuboni-urges-support-for-hugo-broos-despite-bafana-bafana-wc-squad-debate-76f03af0-a346-4197-9e3f-0b1d977ebb89 Fri, 22 May 2026 17:20:36 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 17:20:36 GMT IOL Thanduyise Khuboni believes South Africans must back Hugo Broos and Bafana Bafana despite debate surrounding the provisional World Cup squad. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/mandla-ncikazi-urges-orlando-pirates-focus-ahead-of-betway-premiership-title-decider-2519844c-fa30-4b55-9db8-23e7ffdd827d https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/mandla-ncikazi-urges-orlando-pirates-focus-ahead-of-betway-premiership-title-decider-2519844c-fa30-4b55-9db8-23e7ffdd827d Fri, 22 May 2026 17:10:49 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 17:10:49 GMT IOL Assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi says Orlando Pirates understand the pressure and importance of beating Orbit College to win the Betway Premiership league title. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/1978-fifa-world-cup-the-dark-political-shadow-behind-argentinas-maiden-triumph-on-home-soil-924b6a8b-0a5f-4e4d-b971-9c2b0b4a11df https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/1978-fifa-world-cup-the-dark-political-shadow-behind-argentinas-maiden-triumph-on-home-soil-924b6a8b-0a5f-4e4d-b971-9c2b0b4a11df Fri, 22 May 2026 17:10:38 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 17:10:38 GMT IOL Played under the chilling shadow of General Videla’s military dictatorship, the 1978 Fifa World Cup in Argentina remains the most politically charged showpiece in football history. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/athletics/stephen-mokoka-ignores-eliud-kipchoge-circus-to-focus-on-historic-fourth-cape-town-marathon-crown-2eaf4bbd-ef5a-44d4-b5d6-57273c7cc928 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/athletics/stephen-mokoka-ignores-eliud-kipchoge-circus-to-focus-on-historic-fourth-cape-town-marathon-crown-2eaf4bbd-ef5a-44d4-b5d6-57273c7cc928 Fri, 22 May 2026 16:54:11 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 16:54:11 GMT IOL While global flashbulbs follow Kenyan icon Eliud Kipchoge, local marathon royalty Stephen Mokoka is quietly plotting a historic fourth Cape Town title. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/ageing-icons-force-rassie-erasmus-to-fast-track-the-next-generation-of-springbok-loosies-049bad63-d2b1-41eb-a26e-17ed9b23279b https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/ageing-icons-force-rassie-erasmus-to-fast-track-the-next-generation-of-springbok-loosies-049bad63-d2b1-41eb-a26e-17ed9b23279b Fri, 22 May 2026 16:36:25 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 16:36:25 GMT IOL South Africa's loose forward stocks are overflowing and Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus is managing it wisely. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/time-to-trust-hugo-broos-and-bafana-bafanas-world-cup-process-e05a8245-7f7e-45df-a594-18326e15a6b7 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/time-to-trust-hugo-broos-and-bafana-bafanas-world-cup-process-e05a8245-7f7e-45df-a594-18326e15a6b7 Fri, 22 May 2026 15:36:11 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 15:36:11 GMT IOL Hugo Broos has earned the trust to lead Bafana Bafana into the World Cup after rebuilding the national team successfully. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/bafana/will-we-see-full-house-fan-parks-during-the-2026-fifa-world-cup-65c0f6e3-c080-45fd-816d-c73f80668de2 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/bafana/will-we-see-full-house-fan-parks-during-the-2026-fifa-world-cup-65c0f6e3-c080-45fd-816d-c73f80668de2 Fri, 22 May 2026 13:53:30 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 13:53:30 GMT IOL After the thrill of experiencing the fan parks on the Durban beachfront during the 2010 Fifa World Cup, will we see more erected around the City this year? https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/luke-baartman-determined-to-climb-kaizer-chiefs-pecking-order-d90c4054-23ad-48eb-9552-c53b4f98b621 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/luke-baartman-determined-to-climb-kaizer-chiefs-pecking-order-d90c4054-23ad-48eb-9552-c53b4f98b621 Fri, 22 May 2026 13:20:04 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 13:20:04 GMT IOL Luke Baartman says hard work and a full pre-season can help him earn more opportunities at Kaizer Chiefs next season. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/africa/miguel-cardoso-welcomes-mosimane-support-in-caf-title-chase-8cc67f88-0dae-4e65-b7fb-88e797b249f1 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/africa/miguel-cardoso-welcomes-mosimane-support-in-caf-title-chase-8cc67f88-0dae-4e65-b7fb-88e797b249f1 Fri, 22 May 2026 12:53:52 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 12:53:52 GMT IOL Miguel Cardoso expresses gratitude for the support of former Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane as the team prepares for a pivotal CAF Champions League match against AS FAR, highlighting the importance of national backing in their quest for continental success https://www.iol.co.za/entertainment/music/nasty-c-opens-up-about-creating-big-timing-with-tellaman-2c95b358-cf4b-4f4d-9afe-1e377a104d5c https://www.iol.co.za/entertainment/music/nasty-c-opens-up-about-creating-big-timing-with-tellaman-2c95b358-cf4b-4f4d-9afe-1e377a104d5c Fri, 22 May 2026 12:50:24 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 12:50:24 GMT IOL Nasty C opens up about his latest single ‘Big Timing’, featuring Tellaman, reflecting on his journey as an independent artist and the themes of success, loyalty and growth. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/durban-city-looks-to-find-redemption-against-usuthu-in-durban-derby-return-leg-27278ecc-a805-4c7d-a796-a6668fb27a21 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/durban-city-looks-to-find-redemption-against-usuthu-in-durban-derby-return-leg-27278ecc-a805-4c7d-a796-a6668fb27a21 Fri, 22 May 2026 12:44:13 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 12:44:13 GMT IOL Durban City have a chance to even the score against KwaZulu-Natal rivals AmaZulu this Saturday at Chatsworth Stadium in the pair’s second meeting of the season. The last time these two sides met, AmaZulu walked away with a narrow 1-0 victory and, perhaps more importantly, the psychological advantage in the KZN derby. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/richards-bay-fc-look-for-final-points-of-the-betway-premiership-season-d6a9c4e0-b001-414a-b0d5-b186a883a070 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/richards-bay-fc-look-for-final-points-of-the-betway-premiership-season-d6a9c4e0-b001-414a-b0d5-b186a883a070 Fri, 22 May 2026 12:27:36 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 12:27:36 GMT IOL There may not be much pressure on Richards Bay heading into their final Betway Premiership fixture of the season, but the Natal Rich Boys still have every reason to finish strongly against relegation-threatened Magesi on Saturday. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/friday-challenge-test-your-south-african-general-knowledge-with-these-20-tricky-questions-and-answers-3e8c22c9-7fc3-4c71-9545-c775bae34cde https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/friday-challenge-test-your-south-african-general-knowledge-with-these-20-tricky-questions-and-answers-3e8c22c9-7fc3-4c71-9545-c775bae34cde Fri, 22 May 2026 11:41:46 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 11:41:46 GMT IOL Friday Challenge Q&A https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/kevin-foote-hails-junior-boks-ability-to-stay-on-task-during-runaway-victory-over-chile-42cdd18d-3091-4ac3-a88c-2c17f4d6b845 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/kevin-foote-hails-junior-boks-ability-to-stay-on-task-during-runaway-victory-over-chile-42cdd18d-3091-4ac3-a88c-2c17f4d6b845 Fri, 22 May 2026 11:28:38 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 11:28:38 GMT IOL On Thursday, the Junior Springboks began the U20 International Series with a massive defeat of Chile in Cape Town https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/letters-kfcs-fading-flavour-and-a-heartfelt-plea-for-empathy-in-the-israel-palestine-conflict-f4a74d3b-2119-4949-9a84-eec1ff586ac8 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/letters-kfcs-fading-flavour-and-a-heartfelt-plea-for-empathy-in-the-israel-palestine-conflict-f4a74d3b-2119-4949-9a84-eec1ff586ac8 Fri, 22 May 2026 11:18:48 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 11:18:48 GMT IOL Letters to the editor https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/trending-ghana-evacuation-flight-sparks-fierce-debate-over-migrants-staying-in-south-africa-9f566c1c-7412-4f9b-80ad-313901be15be https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/trending-ghana-evacuation-flight-sparks-fierce-debate-over-migrants-staying-in-south-africa-9f566c1c-7412-4f9b-80ad-313901be15be Fri, 22 May 2026 11:17:45 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 11:17:45 GMT IOL What's trending on X https://www.iol.co.za/sport/athletics/local-runners-eye-upset-against-marathon-giants-in-cape-town-e3c11139-95bd-403e-b2a5-8a9f179d7b6e https://www.iol.co.za/sport/athletics/local-runners-eye-upset-against-marathon-giants-in-cape-town-e3c11139-95bd-403e-b2a5-8a9f179d7b6e Fri, 22 May 2026 11:17:40 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 11:17:40 GMT IOL Inspired by Arthur Jantjies’ stunning Totalsports Two Oceans triumph, South Africa’s marathon hopefuls will believe they can challenge the sport’s global elite at Sunday’s Sanlam Cape Town Marathon. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/on-this-day-in-history-from-alexander-the-greats-victory-to-modern-geopolitical-turning-points-c9309640-ab5d-4028-a4d6-6bfd92684c0b https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/on-this-day-in-history-from-alexander-the-greats-victory-to-modern-geopolitical-turning-points-c9309640-ab5d-4028-a4d6-6bfd92684c0b Fri, 22 May 2026 11:15:00 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 11:15:00 GMT IOL On this day in history https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/good-and-bad-news-for-lions-on-the-injury-front-ahead-of-leinster-urc-quarter-final-b6c9935d-21bb-41f6-8311-ebd8fe50b38a https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/good-and-bad-news-for-lions-on-the-injury-front-ahead-of-leinster-urc-quarter-final-b6c9935d-21bb-41f6-8311-ebd8fe50b38a Fri, 22 May 2026 10:27:24 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 10:27:24 GMT IOL A torn biceps has ruled Morné van den Berg out for up to six months, leaving the Lions without their star scrumhalf for next weekend's historic URC quarter-final. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/gauteng/the-ghost-have-played-their-part-leaving-it-up-to-orlando-pirates-players-to-seal-a-historic-season-647c2f48-f403-4a3c-8b86-46a8e0847b86 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/gauteng/the-ghost-have-played-their-part-leaving-it-up-to-orlando-pirates-players-to-seal-a-historic-season-647c2f48-f403-4a3c-8b86-46a8e0847b86 Fri, 22 May 2026 08:03:02 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 08:03:02 GMT IOL Orlando Pirates are on the verge of their most successful Premier Soccer League campaign to date, needing just three points from their final two fixtures to secure the Betway Premiership. Currently sitting on 65 points, the Buccaneers have already eclipsed their previous 30-game record; however, victories over Durban City this Saturday and Orbit College on 23 May would see them reach an unprecedented 71-point milestone. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/family-devastated-after-reserved-gravesite-at-prominent-kzn-cemetery-allegedly-given-to-another-burial-8e83bd9b-8757-4ea5-8eb1-7d7839414265 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/family-devastated-after-reserved-gravesite-at-prominent-kzn-cemetery-allegedly-given-to-another-burial-8e83bd9b-8757-4ea5-8eb1-7d7839414265 Fri, 22 May 2026 05:06:24 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 05:06:24 GMT IOL A South African family is left devastated after discovering that their reserved grave site has been unlawfully allocated to another individual, raising critical questions about cultural respect and burial rights. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/africa/mamelodi-sundowns-keanu-cupido-should-focus-on-caf-champions-league-final-after-bafana-snub-71c71eac-8428-4d4b-9a54-b1868e6bf58b https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/africa/mamelodi-sundowns-keanu-cupido-should-focus-on-caf-champions-league-final-after-bafana-snub-71c71eac-8428-4d4b-9a54-b1868e6bf58b Fri, 22 May 2026 04:34:56 GMT Fri, 22 May 2026 04:34:56 GMT IOL Despite risking his fitness under heavy medication to anchor Mamelodi Sundowns' continental charge, Keanu Cupido was a shock omission from Hugo Broos' 32-member preliminary squad. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/bafana/hugo-broos-names-preliminary-bafana-bafana-squad-for-2026-fifa-world-cup-in-north-america-28bbb7ec-c5d7-4abc-9ccf-c0a0df2c0c17 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/bafana/hugo-broos-names-preliminary-bafana-bafana-squad-for-2026-fifa-world-cup-in-north-america-28bbb7ec-c5d7-4abc-9ccf-c0a0df2c0c17 Thu, 21 May 2026 21:24:01 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 21:24:01 GMT IOL Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns dominate Hugo Broos’ provisional Bafana Bafana squad ahead of the 2026 Fifa World Cup, while Kaizer Chiefs' quartet get the nod . https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/orlando-pirates-eye-historic-league-title-in-familiar-mbombela-cauldron-1eb5cd60-af73-4b8d-820e-21805e71f920 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/orlando-pirates-eye-historic-league-title-in-familiar-mbombela-cauldron-1eb5cd60-af73-4b8d-820e-21805e71f920 Thu, 21 May 2026 21:22:32 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 21:22:32 GMT IOL Having already tasted cup and league glory at the Mbombela Stadium twice this season, Orlando Pirates return to Nelspruit looking to end a painful 14-year title drought. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/stellenbosch-achievement-wont-be-the-mtn8-its-about-not-fading-away-357c839c-de06-4e3f-ae56-f09f59429725 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/stellenbosch-achievement-wont-be-the-mtn8-its-about-not-fading-away-357c839c-de06-4e3f-ae56-f09f59429725 Thu, 21 May 2026 18:39:38 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 18:39:38 GMT IOL Stellenbosch FC’s MTN8 hopes hang in the balance, but their season is better defined by resilience through transition, staying competitive despite setbacks, and remaining relevant in South African football’s elite conversation. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/durban-immigration-tensions-explode-as-violent-clashes-at-diakonia-deepen-calls-for-urgent-intervention-20878a54-103a-49d8-bd15-795d5674701a https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/durban-immigration-tensions-explode-as-violent-clashes-at-diakonia-deepen-calls-for-urgent-intervention-20878a54-103a-49d8-bd15-795d5674701a Thu, 21 May 2026 17:58:38 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 17:58:38 GMT IOL Tensions escalate at the Daikona Refugee Centre in Durban as protests against undocumented migrants intensify, leading to confrontations and police intervention. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/africa/mamelodi-sundowns-chasing-glory-redemption-and-lasting-legacies-in-caf-champions-league-final-75b8ff3c-e886-4d82-994c-98d7a0f7ce92 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/africa/mamelodi-sundowns-chasing-glory-redemption-and-lasting-legacies-in-caf-champions-league-final-75b8ff3c-e886-4d82-994c-98d7a0f7ce92 Thu, 21 May 2026 16:15:45 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 16:15:45 GMT IOL Holding a 1–0 advantage ahead of Sunday's second leg against AS FAR, Mamelodi Sundowns stand just 90 minutes away from ending a painful 10-year continental drought. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/ruan-nortjes-bulls-milestone-injects-emotional-fuel-into-munster-quarter-final-a3c5785f-1a46-459d-bed6-23c455ed7fe1 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/ruan-nortjes-bulls-milestone-injects-emotional-fuel-into-munster-quarter-final-a3c5785f-1a46-459d-bed6-23c455ed7fe1 Thu, 21 May 2026 15:49:12 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 15:49:12 GMT IOL With defending champions Munster heading to a roaring Loftus Versfeld, the Bulls have been handed the ultimate extra layer of motivation. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/shock-and-outrage-after-kzn-pharmacist-employee-and-security-guard-gunned-down-at-newly-opened-inchanga-pharmacy-694781cc-3f3a-4b32-beaf-b585a1202ae5 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/shock-and-outrage-after-kzn-pharmacist-employee-and-security-guard-gunned-down-at-newly-opened-inchanga-pharmacy-694781cc-3f3a-4b32-beaf-b585a1202ae5 Thu, 21 May 2026 15:21:53 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 15:21:53 GMT IOL Three lives were lost in a shocking shooting at Nomuzi Pharmacy in Inchanga, leaving the community in mourning and raising concerns about safety and crime prevention. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/unsung-leader-sibisi-anchors-orlando-pirates-betway-premiership-title-charge-ahead-of-orbit-test-c25dec16-7774-4f53-9cf7-54c1c995d9e3 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/unsung-leader-sibisi-anchors-orlando-pirates-betway-premiership-title-charge-ahead-of-orbit-test-c25dec16-7774-4f53-9cf7-54c1c995d9e3 Thu, 21 May 2026 15:10:19 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 15:10:19 GMT IOL Nkosinathi Sibisi has quietly anchored Orlando Pirates’ record-breaking defence, stepping up as captain alongside Lebone Seema ahead of a crucial Betway Premiership clash against Orbit College. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/ricardo-goss-dreaming-of-bafana-bafana-world-cup-spot-amid-strong-goalkeeper-competition-7e9dd982-339f-4f08-90e3-e610af47ec70 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/ricardo-goss-dreaming-of-bafana-bafana-world-cup-spot-amid-strong-goalkeeper-competition-7e9dd982-339f-4f08-90e3-e610af47ec70 Thu, 21 May 2026 14:57:06 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 14:57:06 GMT IOL Ricardo Goss says representing Bafana Bafana at the 2026 Fifa World Cup would fulfil a lifelong dream, but admits competition for a place in the squad remains intense among the country’s top goalkeepers. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/aden-mccarthy-embraces-pressure-at-kaizer-chiefs-with-help-from-clubs-mental-coach-917ebaa8-f85a-4a50-9347-3f7b5e8accb3 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/aden-mccarthy-embraces-pressure-at-kaizer-chiefs-with-help-from-clubs-mental-coach-917ebaa8-f85a-4a50-9347-3f7b5e8accb3 Thu, 21 May 2026 14:47:04 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 14:47:04 GMT IOL Aden McCarthy says he is mentally prepared for pressure and expectations at Kaizer Chiefs, including comparisons to his father, Fabian McCarthy. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/residents-of-phoenix-face-a-severe-water-crisis-due-to-persistent-leaks-604612f7-5953-423c-8f8e-68e5e51a7025 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/residents-of-phoenix-face-a-severe-water-crisis-due-to-persistent-leaks-604612f7-5953-423c-8f8e-68e5e51a7025 Thu, 21 May 2026 14:14:43 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 14:14:43 GMT IOL Residents in Ward 51 Phoenix are grappling with a critical water crisis, exacerbated by persistent leaks and municipal inaction, leading to deteriorating living conditions and health risks. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/lamontville-golden-arrows-sede-dion-on-the-verge-of-psl-golden-boot-history-c55bd148-bd2f-4bce-90b6-ebbdfd5a69c2 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/lamontville-golden-arrows-sede-dion-on-the-verge-of-psl-golden-boot-history-c55bd148-bd2f-4bce-90b6-ebbdfd5a69c2 Thu, 21 May 2026 14:02:07 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 14:02:07 GMT IOL As the 2025/2026 Betway Premiership season reaches its simultaneous 3pm conclusion this Saturday, Lamontville Golden Arrows striker Sede Dion stands on the brink of making Premier Soccer League (PSL) history. Currently leading the goalscoring charts with 14 goals, Dion could become the first player from the Ivory Coast, and only the second from West Africa, to claim the prestigious Lesley Manyathela Golden Boot. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/rassie-erasmus-happy-with-alignment-camp-outcome-but-how-we-play-is-what-counts-f705955b-f3e2-4943-9bdb-2a64c91ce0f5 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/rassie-erasmus-happy-with-alignment-camp-outcome-but-how-we-play-is-what-counts-f705955b-f3e2-4943-9bdb-2a64c91ce0f5 Thu, 21 May 2026 12:46:58 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 12:46:58 GMT IOL The three-day Springbok alignment camp in Cape Town concluded on Thursday. Coach Rassie Erasmus said boxes have been ticked. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/springbok-women-begin-african-title-defence-with-bigger-tests-on-the-horizon-506f4e3d-8ea9-4990-8804-d2607782a242 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/springbok-women-begin-african-title-defence-with-bigger-tests-on-the-horizon-506f4e3d-8ea9-4990-8804-d2607782a242 Thu, 21 May 2026 12:33:23 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 12:33:23 GMT IOL With clashes against the Black Ferns and USA looming later this year, the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup offers nine uncapped Bok Women players an opportunity to force their way into contention for the biggest international assignments. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/the-last-four-orlando-pirates-psl-title-triumphs-9714d4a2-e514-4672-9fda-62f2e660d01f https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/the-last-four-orlando-pirates-psl-title-triumphs-9714d4a2-e514-4672-9fda-62f2e660d01f Thu, 21 May 2026 12:30:14 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 12:30:14 GMT IOL Orlando Pirates head into another winner-takes-all final day knowing their previous PSL-era league triumphs were also built on nerve, drama and surviving enormous pressure. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/bafana/keanu-cupido-responds-to-growing-bafana-bafana-calls-ahead-of-world-cup-squad-announcement-fa734bba-905b-4d11-9a8e-7ee7f1a3c0b0 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/bafana/keanu-cupido-responds-to-growing-bafana-bafana-calls-ahead-of-world-cup-squad-announcement-fa734bba-905b-4d11-9a8e-7ee7f1a3c0b0 Thu, 21 May 2026 12:23:11 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 12:23:11 GMT IOL Mamelodi Sundowns defender Keanu Cupido says he would be honoured to represent Bafana Bafana at the FIFA World Cup after growing calls for his inclusion following an impressive season. https://www.iol.co.za/entertainment/whats-on/durban/fed-up-women-take-a-stand-against-township-violence-and-male-ego-in-lysistrata-in-the-hood-c9d9c0a4-a0ba-4538-bba9-82df154c2e99 https://www.iol.co.za/entertainment/whats-on/durban/fed-up-women-take-a-stand-against-township-violence-and-male-ego-in-lysistrata-in-the-hood-c9d9c0a4-a0ba-4538-bba9-82df154c2e99 Thu, 21 May 2026 08:43:25 GMT Thu, 21 May 2026 08:43:25 GMT IOL DUT’s 'Lysistrata in the Hood' reimagines Aristophanes’s comedy, as fed-up women withhold sex to battle township violence and male ego.