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February 20, 2026

Rudolph Lekay's journey from hustle to opportunity

RUDOLPH Lekay from Mitchell's Plain began selling sweets and snacks at a local taxi rank to fund his matric dance, determined not to place additional financial strain on his mother.

1 mins

MEN IN RUSSIA-UKRAINE WAR NOW SAFE

Returned South Africans give statements to police as families speak of trauma

3 mins

The British monarchy in crisis

BRITAIN'S royal family was in crisis yesterday as former prince Andrew was in police custody after being arrested on suspicion of misconduct for his links to late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

2 mins

Sibiya implicates top cop in Matlala's sponsored BBL

SUSPENDED Deputy National Commissioner for crime intelligence Shadrack Sibiya has placed Acting Deputy Commissioner for crime intelligence Hilda Senthumule at the centre of allegations that she was the beneficiary of a medical procedure paid for by suspected underworld kingpin Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala.

2 mins

AfriForum wants courts to force government to abandon NHI Act

PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa along with Health Minister Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi and Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana have about 20 days to file their notices of intention to defend the National Health Insurance (NHI) against AfriForum's court challenge.

2 mins

Ramaphosa banks on more social workers at police stations in GBV fight

IN WHAT he described as a “game changer” in the fight against gender-based violence (GBV), President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the government will deploy more social workers to police stations.

1 mins

Inside info could have enabled theft of firearms in KZN police strong room

THE suspects behind the brazen theft of multiple high-powered firearms and hundreds of rounds of ammunition from a KwaZulu-Natal police strong room appear to have advanced knowledge of the layout, according to security experts.

2 mins

Funeral policy dispute leads to corpse being brought to Capitec bank, two women charged

POLICE have confirmed the arrest of two women in connection with an incident related to a funeral cover dispute, which saw the body of a deceased relative being left at the Capitec Bank branch in the Stanger CBD on Wednesday.

1 mins

Joshlin Smith: two years later, a community haunted by unanswered questions

“THINGS will never be the same in the community.

2 mins

Antarctic visitor: rare crabeater seal spotted on Cape's coastline

AN UNUSUAL visitor from Antarctica was spotted along the Cape's coastline this week.

2 mins

Adjudicator orders fund to pay pensioner after months without income

THE Pension Funds Adjudicator (PFA) has described the Motor Industry Provident Fund’s behaviour as “reprehensible” for failing to pay a pensioner for seven months, blaming it on a bank technical error.

1 mins

FROM CONGO TO CAPE TOWN: TRIATHLETE COMPLETES GRUELING VOYAGE FOR PEACE

The Cape Times' Big Friday Read is a series of feature articles focusing on the forgotten issues that often disappear in the blur of fast news cycles.

3 mins

Cutting-edge techniques for enhancing memory, focus, learning speed

LIMITLESS by Jim Kwik, released earlier this month, is an upgraded version of the bestselling book that has been a game-changer for high achievers around the world.

1 mins

Someone is breaking the rules of book club

WHEN you think of a book club, you probably picture cosy, wine-filled chats about the latest bestsellers.

2 mins

Treat South Africa like 'a company in crisis'

FINANCE Minister Enoch Godongwana will have to pull a rabbit out of his hat when he delivers the 2026 budget later this month.

2 mins

This thriller explores how virtual worlds collide with deadly reality

WHEN the romantic village of Gretna Green is hit by a sniper’s bullet, killing a bride as she took her vows, shock ripples through the UK and Scotland.

2 mins

A haunting portrait of childhood loneliness, complex relationships

WHEN the novelist Stefan Merrill Block moved from Indianapolis to Texas, at age 8, he struggled to fit in.

2 mins

Why social justice remains a pipe dream

ON FEBRUARY 20. every year since 2009, we celebrate World Day of Social Justice, a day initiated by the General Assembly of the UN.

3 mins

TIME FOR PROTEAS TO BEAT INDIA

AIDEN Markram’s Proteas enter the ultimate cauldron when they face India in their T20 World Cup Super Eights opener at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday.

1 mins

Ukraine ‘operation’ is forced self-defence

Ukraine was merely chosen by the West as an arena of proxy war

6 mins

Mayor seeks White House aid on giant sewage spill

WASHINGTON’S mayor declared a public emergency this week over a major sewage leak, seeking aid from the White House after the Trump administration criticized local leaders for their response.

1 mins

Words are not water: The president's SONA and the promises that still ring hollow

A WEEK has passed since the lights dimmed in Parliament and the applause rose on cue at the end of the State of the Nation Address.

4 mins

Türkiye fires up coal pollution

KADDAFI

3 mins

Budget 2026 seen marking fiscal turning point as deficit narrows and borrowing needs fall

SOUTH Africa's 2026 Budget is expected to reinforce signs of fiscal stabilisation, with analysts forecasting continued deficit reduction, easing funding pressures, and no major tax increases.

3 mins

Oil surges above $71 on US-Iran tensions, raising inflation risks for South Africa

Sharp move reflects growing geopolitical tensions, with markets fearing possible US military action

3 mins

New trade agreement opens Chinese market for South African stone fruit

MINISTER of Agriculture John Steenhuisen, accompanied by Ambassador Wu Peng of the People’s Republic of China, visited the Freshness First Packhouse in Franschhoek on Wednesday, where the first shipment of stone fruit was prepared for export to China.

2 mins

10 000 labour inspectors signal a new era for immigration and labour law enforcement

THE 2026 State of the Nation Address has set the stage for a significant tightening of immigration and labour law enforcement, with President Cyril Ramaphosa outlining a more aggressive compliance posture aimed at curbing the employment of undocumented foreign nationals.

3 mins

How the Tongaat Hulett crisis could devastate South Africa's rural sugar economy

THE application to place Tongaat Hulett into provisional liquidation has crystallised a reality many in the sector have feared for some time: the financial distress of a cornerstone miller now threatens to cascade through the entire sugar value chain.

4 mins

January sees food inflation hold at 4.4%: Insights from experts

IRON ORE

3 mins

Kumba Iron Ore reports 2% revenue growth in spite of rail challenges

KUMBA Iron Ore's revenue increased by 2% to R70.08 billion for the year to December 31 following higher prices and relatively stable ore rail operations, in spite of four train derailments, CEO Mpumi Zikalala said.

3 mins

Mondi cuts dividend as paper prices fall, CEO remains optimistic

MONDI'S management say they are confident in being able to manage industry headwinds, including falling paper prices, by increasing volumes and better management of margins, CEO Andrew King said Thursday.

2 mins

Growthpoint Properties begins construction on Tecoma Park logistics park in Durban

GROWTHPOINT

2 mins

Gold Fields declares bumper dividends after strong 2025 performance

GOLD Fields declared a bumper 164% higher final dividend, and a special payout after it benefited from strong operations and a high gold price in 2025.

3 mins

Why execution trumps strategy

SOUTH Africa has entered 2026 with something it has not achieved for years: sustained macroeconomic momentum.

2 mins

Wealth planning isn't only for the wealthy

GENERATIONAL wealth is built with intention and purpose not fear or uncertainty.

2 mins

Saving starts at home: why stronger household finances are essential for long-term economic stability and sustainable growth

IN personal finance, there are a few rules that are not negotiable: don't spend more than you earn, don't live permanently on credit, and don't assume tomorrow's income will fix today’s shortfall.

3 mins

Abdeslam Ouaddou backs Orlando Pirates to achieve legendary status with ‘Operation Vat Alles’

ORLANDO Pirates’ coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has backed his troops to succeed in Operation Vat Alles (Operation Take Everything) this season, and earn legendary status at the club at the end of their respective stints.

2 mins

Ellis Park run must power Lions’ playoff charge

SIX consecutive home games, no European distractions and a squad at near full strength just in time for a decisive push.

2 mins

Breaking down the tighthead anchors for Human’s scrum

THE Springboks’ scrum ploughed its way through allcomers in 2025, leaving a path of destruction and scrum penalties in its wake.

2 mins

Morkel vs Morkel: A family divided as India take on Proteas

IN the green corner is Albie Morkel.

1 mins

Stellies face defining week in Nedbank Cup and Betway Premiership

AFTER a warm welcome back to their home ground, Stellenbosch FC are looking ahead to a critical stretch in both the Nedbank Cup and the Betway Premiership.

2 mins

Arsenal title fears resurface after Wolves draw ... but is this really a meltdown?

FOR Arsenal supporters, it felt like a painfully familiar script.

2 mins

Can Proteas’ golden arm continue India’s horror 120 World Cup run?

PROTEAS coach Shukri Conrad may call on the golden arms of captain Aiden Markram and Tristan Stubbs in the Powerplay for the blockbuster ICC T20 World Cup Super Eights clash against India at Ahmedabad on Sunday.

3 mins

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