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Cape Argus
Sassa suspends 70000 grants
THE South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) has reviewed 240000 social grants, leading to the suspension of 70000 grants due to noncompliance.
1 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Murder witness gunned down
COP WOUNDED
1 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
'Washington Post' announces job cuts
The Washington Post, owned by billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, announced major job cuts this week, saying that “painful” restructuring was needed at the storied newspaper.
1 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Can anyone dethrone king Kriel at outside centre?
AS the Springboks look toward a marathon 2026 international season, headlined by the inaugural Nations Championship and a historic four-match series against the All Blacks, coach Rassie Erasmus faces a fascinating selection headache at outside centre.
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Succession battle calls DA's identity into question
JOHN Steenhuisen’s decision to step down as leader of the DA opens a new phase for the party, but it also places it under a spotlight at a delicate political moment, with the coalition government still settling and parties measuring their strength ahead of the next local elections.
1 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
ANC faces tough road to regain voters’ trust
LEKGOTLA OUTCOMES
4 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Ouaddou praises Mbuthuma and the value of modern strikers
ORLANDO Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says he is encouraged by the attacking depth in his squad, singling out young striker Yanela Mbuthuma for the positive influence he has made since joining from Richards Bay FC.
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
ANC faces tough road to regain voters' trust
LEKGOTLA OUTCOMES
4 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Flat opening schedule will leave 2027 World Cup stalling at gates
THE Rugby World Cup, over the last couple of editions, has established a tradition of matches that immediately set the tone and remind fans why the tournament is the pinnacle of the sport.
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
TRANSPORT UNIT IMPOUNDS TAXI CARRYING 49 CHILDREN
Scholar transport safety concerns mount
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Market volatility continues as Al fears disrupt tech stocks
STOCKS mostly fell yesterday to track more losses on Wall Street, where tech firms were again under pressure as fears over vast Al investments and extended valuations gained momentum.
3 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
SA bowling may be concern, but powerful batting line-up has ‘all bases covered’
HALF of the fast bowlers that South Africa have taken to the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup have only recently recovered from injuries, and it is now beginning to show on the field.
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Wonderboy was outstanding against Chiefs, says Hunt
STELLENBOSCH FC coach Gavin Hunt was full of praise for new striker Wonderboy Makhubu for his role in the 2-1 Nedbank Cup victory over Kaizer Chiefs.
1 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
How a pair of glasses changed girl’s life
FOR nine-year-old Mitchells Plain tween Xiniah Lewin, the world was once a frustrating blur.
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February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Rees-Zammit at fullback for Six Nations return
WALES star Louis Rees-Zammit has been moved to fullback from the wing for his Six Nations return against England at Twickenham tomorrow.
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
‘Washington Post’ announces job cuts
The Washington Post, owned by billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, announced major job cuts this week, saying that “painful” restructuring was needed at the storied newspaper.
1 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Ukraine, Russia enter second day of US-mediated talks
UKRAINE and Russia yesterday began a second day of US-mediated talks in Abu Dhabi aimed at ending a war sparked by Moscow's 2022 invasion of its pro-Western neighbour.
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Trio handed lengthy sentences for brutal murder of 71-year-old woman
THREE individuals have been sentenced for their roles in the robbery and brutal murder of Judith Redelinghuys, a 71-year-old retired businesswoman from Upington.
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Doctor wins R570 000 in Labour Court battle
THE Labour Court in Cape Town has dismissed an application by the Western Cape Department of Health to appeal a ruling that found the precautionary suspension of a senior doctor to be unfair.
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Celebrate queer culture, creativity and community
LOVE Pride Ball The Love Pride Ball is where Cape Town's Ballroom scene comes alive, loud, proud and unapologeticall queer.
1 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
'DA operating under shadow of a leadership vacuum'
POLITICAL analysts have warned that the DA’s looming leadership contest could prove a defining moment for the party, as it seeks to stabilise declining support while protecting its strongest governing base in the Western Cape, hinting mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis’s possible bid for the top job as a “natural progression”.
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Nation faces its challenges amid despair
WHAT a privilege to be tired from work you once begged the universe for.
3 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Parent disputes WCED deregistration claim
A PARENT has disputed the WCED’s account that they deregistered their child despite knowing that their application for a transfer for Grade 5 was unsuccessful.
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Grammy triumphs, Trump threats and new romance
THIS week’s celebrity news was shaped largely by the Grammys, from headline-making wins to onstage jokes that sparked backlash.
1 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Killings: Nigeria president deploys army
NIGERIA'S President Bola Ahmed Tinubu deployed an army batallion to a troubled state after gunmen killed as many as 162 people in one of the country’s deadliest attacks in recent months.
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Baby narrowly escapes abduction during hijacking
A DRAMATIC hijacking unfolded in Cape Town on Tuesday night, when the suspects nearly drove off with a baby in the vehicle.
1 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Crisis: Massive power outage plunges eastern Cuba into darkness
A POWER grid failure in eastern Cuba plunged three entire provinces into darkness this week, utility officials said, leaving hundreds of thousands of people without electricity.
1 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Anfield showdown could shape EPL run-in
LIVERPOOL welcome Manchester City to Anfield on Sunday and, while the fixture may not be the decisive title showdown of recent seasons, it still promises to be a defining moment in this season's title race — as well as the battle for Champions League football next term.
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
Bok Captain Kolisi ready to fight for his place
HE may be the Springbok captain, but Siya Kolisi knows there will be no resting on laurels as the world champions brace for a demanding 2026 season in their buildup to next year’s Rugby World Cup in Australia.
2 min |
February 06, 2026
Cape Argus
NSFAS funds 660 000, 190 000 underqualified
THE National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) says it has approved funding for more than 660000 students for the 2026 academic year, despite ongoing challenges with documentation.
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