{"count":100,"exported_at":"2026-10-27T03:30:42Z","filters":{"cat":"","country":"","lang":"","since":"","source":"iol.co.za"},"items":[{"ai_summary":"Desmond Nair, a suspended chief magistrate in Pretoria, pleaded not guilty to corruption charges. The case involves security upgrades at his home in Gauteng. These upgrades were allegedly funded by Bosasa and are valued at approximately R200,000.","category":"world","id":824990,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/ce825d2b1ecebc0822dbdd0aa27c6260733998be","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/2026-10-26-suspended-chief-magistrate-desmond-nair-pleads-not-guilty-in-r200000-bosasa-corruption-trial/","published_at":"2026-10-26T18:53:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Suspended Pretoria Chief Magistrate Desmond Nair has pleaded not guilty to corruption charges linked to alleged Bosasa-funded security upgrades at his Gauteng home, valued at about R200,000.","title":"Suspended chief magistrate Desmond Nair pleads not guilty in R200,000 Bosasa corruption case"},{"ai_summary":"Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa addressed the 9.01% municipal tariff increase by Eskom. He stated this rate for bulk purchasers does not automatically lead to the same increase for households in Cape Town. The City is exploring independent power supplies. It is also expanding support for consumers who are vulnerable.","category":"economy","id":825164,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/0076fd5bf95568b12929bb99231b7991da85733f","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capeargus/news/2026-10-26-minister-explains-impact-of-eskoms-901-municipal-tariff-increase/","published_at":"2026-10-26T18:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says Eskom’s 9.01% increase for municipal bulk purchasers does not automatically translate into the same increase for Cape Town households, while the City expands support for vulnerable consumers and explores independent power supplies.","title":"Minister explains impact of Eskom’s 9.01% municipal tariff increase"},{"ai_summary":"Abdulkader Elyas is fighting to keep his seat as a proportional-representation councillor. He is seeking an interim order to restore his membership in the DA. This legal move comes while he challenges the decision to terminate his membership. The effort takes place ahead of elections in Cape Town.","category":"politics","id":825319,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/132a3ab8032febc2380b5512791f93ca89fff3c3","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capeargus/news/2026-10-26-expelled-da-councillor-fights-to-keep-cape-town-council-seat-ahead-of-elections/","published_at":"2026-10-26T18:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Abdulkader “AK” Elyas is seeking an interim order restoring his DA membership and proportional-representation councillor seat while he challenges the decision to terminate his membership.","title":"Expelled DA councillor fights to keep Cape Town council seat ahead of elections"},{"ai_summary":"A police commander testified in the Durban High Court regarding the July 2021 unrest. He stated that investigators did not find conclusive financial evidence linking Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla to the events. Cellphone records also failed to show a direct connection. This testimony indicates a lack of direct evidence tying the individual to the disturbances.","category":"economy","id":824041,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/421793d0cea0dd581e66b0cc4909437c474d8940","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/2026-10-26-court-hears-no-direct-phone-or-bank-link-tying-zuma-sambudla-to-2021-unrest/","published_at":"2026-10-26T17:32:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"A police commander told the Durban High Court that investigators found no conclusive cellphone or financial evidence directly linking Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla to the July 2021 unrest.","title":"Court hears no direct phone or bank link tying Zuma-Sambudla to 2021 unrest"},{"ai_summary":"Australia returns to the site of the 2018 Sandpapergate scandal for a red-ball cricket match on Tuesday. They will face the Proteas in the third Test to decide the series. Cummins stated the focus is on the match rather than the past scandal.","category":"world","id":823818,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/f179812b65538263ffa2c28a584041593199cbae","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sport/cricket/proteas/2026-10-26-no-talk-of-2018--cummins-insists-focus-is-on-newlands-series-decider-and-not-sandpapergate/","published_at":"2026-10-26T17:20:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Australia return to the scene of their 2018 Sandpapergate scandal for the first time in red-ball cricket on Tuesday, when they meet the Proteas in the series-deciding third Test.","title":"‘No talk of 2018’ — Cummins insists focus is on Newlands series decider and not Sandpapergate"},{"ai_summary":"The FSCA fined investment adviser Johannes Lodewicus Du Plessis R4.1 million. The penalty follows allegations that he traded client funds without authorization. He is also banned from the industry for 25 years. The regulator noted documents that allegedly misrepresented his relationship with Sanlam Private Wealth.","category":"economy","id":823651,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/b5af3635ba3607b23715c62bd66de968c7793a17","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/2026-10-26-fsca-fines-investment-adviser-r41-million-after-trading-clients-funds-without-authorisation/","published_at":"2026-10-26T17:02:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"The FSCA has imposed a R4.1 million administrative penalty and a 25-year debarment on Johannes Lodewicus Du Plessis over unauthorised share trading and documents that allegedly misrepresented his relationship with Sanlam Private Wealth.","title":"FSCA fines investment adviser R4.1 million after trading clients' funds without authorisation"},{"ai_summary":"Orlando Pirates are entering a demanding week with three important matches. Their schedule begins with a game against Milford FC in the Carling Knockout. They will then compete in the Soweto Derby. This match is a major part of their domestic commitments.","category":"world","id":823695,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/c65314094d798a65ce0258eee9b2ae60fa63b0ba","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/2026-10-26-from-milford-test-to-soweto-derby-orlando-pirates-brace-for-defining-week/","published_at":"2026-10-26T17:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Orlando Pirates face three consequential matches in a demanding run, starting with Milford FC in the Carling Knockout before the Soweto Derby headlines their domestic commitments.","title":"From Milford test to Soweto Derby: Orlando Pirates brace for defining week"},{"ai_summary":"A 20-year-old student from Bellville is fighting colon cancer. The illness is linked to Lynch syndrome. The student's family is seeking R1 million in donations. These funds will cover specialist care, immunotherapy, and other treatment costs.","category":"health","id":824849,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/12f2e3fb63099a158afb5db2881504e9f638ae4b","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capeargus/news/2026-10-26-family-appeals-for-r1-million-to-help-bellville-student-fight-cancer/","published_at":"2026-10-26T17:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"A 20-year-old Bellville student with colon cancer linked to Lynch syndrome is appealing for R1 million to help cover immunotherapy, specialist care and other treatment costs.","title":"Family appeals for R1 million to help Bellville student fight cancer"},{"ai_summary":"Fatima Arendse, a 38-year-old woman from Cape Town, is missing after an alleged abduction. She was last seen at an Engen petrol station in Surrey Estate during the early hours of Monday, October 26, 2026. Police had not provided a case number or official confirmation at the time of the report.","category":"world","id":825068,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/5236bc9c39fdbad8bc11adec8bfc860bd1114161","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capeargus/news/2026-10-26-cape-town-woman-missing-after-alleged-abduction-from-surrey-estate-petrol-station2/","published_at":"2026-10-26T16:30:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Fatima Arendse, 38, was reportedly last seen at an Engen petrol station in Surrey Estate in the early hours of Monday, 26 October 2026. Police confirmation and a case number were not available when the article was prepared.","title":"Cape Town woman missing after alleged abduction from Surrey Estate petrol station"},{"ai_summary":"Thomas van Tonder set a record by completing 600 suspended monkey bars under the Bloukrans Bridge. He struggled to keep his grip during the attempt. The challenge lasted longer than he had anticipated. Despite these difficulties, he managed to finish the feat.","category":"world","id":823297,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/e6b5589dc6d90df27bb36403bcaa0b1c15cd66b5","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sport/2026-10-26-i-doubted-if-i-was-going-to-make-it-thomas-van-tonder-conquers-600-bar-bloukrans-bridge-challenge/","published_at":"2026-10-26T16:29:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"With his hands struggling to maintain their grip and the challenge taking longer than expected, Thomas van Tonder battled through 600 suspended monkey bars to make history beneath Bloukrans Bridge.","title":"‘I doubted if I was going to make it’: Thomas van Tonder conquers 600-bar Bloukrans Bridge challenge"},{"ai_summary":"The Durban High Court reviewed CCTV footage related to the deaths of Kiernan Forbes, known as AKA, and Tebello Motsoane. The evidence shows a white Mercedes-Benz and the movements of two suspected gunmen. The shooting occurred in February 2023. During the playback of the footage, the accused appeared to fall asleep.","category":"world","id":823325,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/12991a78ceeb80908b17a8b85847e85b037051bc","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/mercury/news/2026-10-26-accused-appears-to-fall-asleep-as-state-plays-aka-murder-footage/","published_at":"2026-10-26T16:27:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"The Durban High Court heard CCTV evidence about a white Mercedes-Benz and the movements of two alleged gunmen shortly before Kiernan “AKA” Forbes and Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane were shot dead in February 2023.","title":"Accused appears to fall asleep as State plays AKA murder footage"},{"ai_summary":"Defender Reeve Frosler believes Kaizer Chiefs must move past their exit from the CAF Confederation Cup. He urges the club to shift its focus toward the Carling Knockout. The team's next objective is to defeat TS Galaxy.","category":"culture","id":823152,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/70830927f3e2d49b04d5b28c079fdc54e9697954","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/2026-10-26-frosler-urges-chiefs-to-move-on-from-african-heartbreak-and-chase-carling-cup/","published_at":"2026-10-26T16:18:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Kaizer Chiefs defender Reeve Frosler says the club must quickly move on from their CAF Confederation Cup exit and focus on beating TS Galaxy in the Carling Knockout.","title":"Frosler urges Chiefs to move on from African heartbreak and chase Carling Cup"},{"ai_summary":"The new Mercedes CLA features a hybrid powertrain. Its cabin uses AI technology. The interior includes an ultra-wide screen called the Superscreen.","category":"world","id":822878,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/8ad26a4eac4a53e819f7c8fcf64fa9143f87a32c","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/motoring/industry-news/2026-10-26-driven-new-mercedes-cla-impresses-with-its-tech-driving-manners/","published_at":"2026-10-26T16:07:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"The bold new Mercedes CLA features a brand new hybrid powertrain and an advanced, AI-powered cabin, boasting an ultra-wide 'Superscreen'.","title":"DRIVEN | New Mercedes CLA impresses with its tech, driving manners"},{"ai_summary":"Sibusisiwe Gugu Manqele has died at the age of 35. She suffered from a cardiac condition. The deceased was a screenwriter, actress, and the CEO of ContentWood. She was recognized as an academic and a promoter of isiZulu storytelling.","category":"world","id":822965,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/5fa4877d8f09b794693b2932c75f71a8cb112e57","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sunday-tribune/news/2026-10-26-south-african-creative-industry-mourns-sibusisiwe-gugu-manqele/","published_at":"2026-10-26T16:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Renowned South African screenwriter, actress, and CEO of ContentWood, Sibusisiwe Gugu Manqele, has passed away at 35 following a cardiac condition. She leaves behind a rich legacy as a champion of isiZulu storytelling and a accomplished academic.","title":"South African creative industry mourns Sibusisiwe Gugu Manqele"},{"ai_summary":"The Proteas are preparing to face Australia in a series decider at Newlands. A victory could secure them the No 1 Test ranking. Temba Bavuma and his team are motivated by history and pride. However, they consider beating the Australian side on home soil the most significant achievement of the series.","category":"world","id":822989,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/41ca23f82ccd62b27ca730444ab40ba3f08942dc","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sport/cricket/proteas/2026-10-26-world-no-1-ranking-beckons-but-beating-aussies-remains-the-prize-for-bavumas-proteas/","published_at":"2026-10-26T16:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"The Proteas have history, pride and the No 1 Test ranking on the line as they face Australia in a series decider at Newlands. But for Temba Bavuma’s men, beating the Aussies on home soil remains the biggest prize of all.","title":"World No 1 ranking beckons, but beating Aussies remains the prize for Bavuma's Proteas"},{"ai_summary":"The murder trial of community activist Loyiso Nkohla-Mabandla has been delayed. A legal representative for one of the accused did not show up at the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court. The proceedings are now postponed until 2 November. The widow of the activist is calling for justice.","category":"world","id":824765,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/5cbb8a379e36718d2a65870a678d70ac77ca3bb5","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capeargus/news/2026-10-26-loyiso-nkohla-mabandla-murder-trial-postponed-again-as-widow-calls-for-justice/","published_at":"2026-10-26T16:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"The murder trial of community activist Loyiso Nkohla-Mabandla was postponed to 2 November after an accused’s legal representative failed to appear at the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court.","title":"Loyiso Nkohla-Mabandla murder trial postponed again as widow calls for justice"},{"ai_summary":"A couple in Phoenix and a pensioner have been left traumatized following separate hijackings in October. The pensioner reported the loss of his vehicle. He also lost a stock of spices during the incident. The couple described experiencing sleepless nights after their ordeal.","category":"world","id":822705,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/1fb226a190cf053cae22a1ac4dff41c389ebbf10","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/thepost/news/2026-10-26-two-phoenix-hijackings-leave-couple-pensioner-traumatised/","published_at":"2026-10-26T15:38:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"A pensioner lost his vehicle and spice stock, while a Phoenix couple described suffering sleepless nights after separate hijackings in October.","title":"Two Phoenix hijackings leave couple, pensioner traumatised"},{"ai_summary":"Andre Esterhuizen must undergo ankle surgery after being injured in a game against Cardiff. This procedure rules the Sharks captain out for the remainder of 2026. As a result, his ambitions to tour with the Springboks are ruined.","category":"world","id":822563,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/99c154fa2f50511a86b5eafcc5e50c776412cc53","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/2026-10-26-esterhuizen-blow-rocks-springboks-ahead-of-november-tests/","published_at":"2026-10-26T15:30:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Andre Esterhuizen requires ankle surgery following his injury against Cardiff, ruling the Sharks captain out for the rest of 2026 and wrecking his Springbok tour ambitions.","title":"Esterhuizen blow rocks Springboks ahead of November Tests"},{"ai_summary":"The Johannesburg High Court overturned the attachment of a man's FNB account. This legal action was part of a divorce maintenance dispute involving more than R2.5 million. The court found the sheriff failed to provide the man with written notice before restricting his funds.","category":"politics","id":822339,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/db18fdd124105c72ffa01490b2493d30e83a5d70","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/2026-10-26-high-court-sets-aside-attachment-of-fnb-account-in-r25m-divorce-maintenance-dispute/","published_at":"2026-10-26T15:15:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"The Johannesburg High Court has set aside the attachment of a man’s rights against his FNB account in a divorce-maintenance dispute exceeding R2.5 million, finding that the sheriff had failed to give him written notice before restricting the account.","title":"High Court sets aside attachment of FNB account in R2.5m divorce maintenance dispute"},{"ai_summary":"Authorities are searching for 38-year-old Fatima Arendse. She disappeared early Monday morning from a petrol station in Surrey Estate. An unknown driver took her away in a white Nissan Almera.","category":"world","id":822105,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/7d668fd4b55811a17f0402e12ab529fc363729e2","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/south-africa/2026-10-26-search-under-way-for-fatima-arendse-last-seen-in-surrey-estate/","published_at":"2026-10-26T15:06:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"A search is under way for 38-year-old Fatima Arendse, who went missing early Monday morning after an unknown driver fled with her from a Surrey Estate petrol station in a white Nissan Almera.","title":"Search under way for Fatima Arendse, last seen in Surrey Estate"},{"ai_summary":"A proposed amusement park in Durban is moving closer to becoming a reality. The project for the beachfront area has secured development funding. The total cost of the entertainment park is R980 million.","category":"world","id":822167,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/fcece4cbe5b1644f08116d68c22173d6ea9b5141","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/travel/2026-10-26-unpacked-durbans-r980-million-amusement-park-edges-closer-to-reality/","published_at":"2026-10-26T15:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Durban's beachfront is set for a major entertainment revival as the proposed R980 million Durban Amusement Park secures development funding.","title":"UNPACKED: Durban's R980 million amusement park edges closer to reality"},{"ai_summary":"Rapper Big Zulu and weather forecaster Dicksy Mdlalose will compete in an exhibition boxing match. The event is scheduled for November 15 in Sandton. Both participants express confidence in their ability to win.","category":"sports","id":822252,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/f6b4ef4883dbdb5599d80efc1b83a6df7300169a","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sunday-tribune/news/2026-10-26-big-zulu-to-face-weather-presenter-dicksy-mdlalose-in-exhibition-boxing-match/","published_at":"2026-10-26T15:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Rapper Big Zulu and TV weather forecaster Dicksy Mdlalose are preparing for an exhibition boxing match in Sandton on November 15, with both confident of victory.","title":"Big Zulu to face weather presenter Dicksy Mdlalose in exhibition boxing match"},{"ai_summary":"The Green Squad from Mission for Inner City CT has mobilized 140 volunteers. They have planted 35 trees and more than 2,100 plants across the Cape Town CBD. This effort aims to turn urban spaces into greener public areas.","category":"science","id":822263,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/dcacbdc10375809dea99b6d1634653e6433fe8d8","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capetimes/news/2026-10-26-how-cape-town-volunteers-are-turning-cbd-spaces-into-urban-oases/","published_at":"2026-10-26T15:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Mission for Inner City CT says its Green Squad has mobilised 140 volunteers, planted 35 trees and added more than 2,100 plants across Cape Town’s CBD as it works to create greener public spaces.","title":"How Cape Town volunteers are turning CBD spaces into urban oases"},{"ai_summary":"A security supervisor from Palm Springs testified during a trial regarding the theft of a BMW from a Milnerton complex. The supervisor identified Ralph Stanfield, Nicole Johnson, and Johannes Abrahams in video footage. He admitted during the trial that he never checked the ownership of the vehicle.","category":"world","id":822427,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/8567399a32b246e20135ef582506fa47341a54c7","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capeargus/news/2026-10-26-milnerton-cop-admits-he-never-checked-bmw-ownership-in-stanfield-trial/","published_at":"2026-10-26T15:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"A Palm Springs security supervisor identified Ralph Stanfield, Nicole Johnson and Johannes “Bal” Abrahams in video footage during the trial over the alleged theft of a BMW from the Milnerton complex.","title":"Milnerton cop admits he never checked BMW ownership in Stanfield trial"},{"ai_summary":"Mental fitness educator Zuraida Jardine discusses the difference between functioning under pressure and being emotionally well. She explains how taking pauses can assist women in responding to overwhelming life situations with more clarity.","category":"world","id":822274,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/230999c273fb862a7e3fc095b769146eedecbd50","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/lifestyle/health/2026-10-26-zuraida-jardine-on-the-power-of-pausing-when-life-feels-overwhelming/","published_at":"2026-10-26T14:57:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Mental fitness educator Zuraida Jardine explains why functioning under pressure is not the same as being emotionally well, and how pausing can help women respond with greater clarity.","title":"Zuraida Jardine on the power of pausing when life feels overwhelming"},{"ai_summary":"Cooking rice can be difficult for beginners. Achieving fluffy and evenly cooked grains requires the correct water ratio. Gentle heat and a few simple techniques also help prevent the rice from burning or becoming mushy.","category":"world","id":822282,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/0d89186e84ffe425a405dff510eaeefc1e462568","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/lifestyle/food-drink/2026-10-26-how-to-cook-rice-without-burning-it-or-making-it-mushy/","published_at":"2026-10-26T14:52:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Cooking rice can be tricky for beginners, but the right water ratio, gentle heat and a few simple techniques can help you achieve fluffy, evenly cooked grains.","title":"How to cook rice without burning it or making it mushy"},{"ai_summary":"American singer Chris Brown avoided prison time following a UK court sentencing on Monday. He pleaded guilty to a public order offence. The charge stemmed from a brawl at a London nightclub in 2023.","category":"world","id":822287,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/6977ed99f92c203dae3d2f3e5535be095928aea8","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/entertainment/celebrity-news/2026-10-26-chris-brown-avoids-jail-over-london-nightclub-brawl/","published_at":"2026-10-26T14:52:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"American singer Chris Brown avoided jail when sentenced by a UK court on Monday after pleading guilty to a public order offence during a 2023 brawl at a London nightclub.","title":"Chris Brown avoids jail over London nightclub brawl"},{"ai_summary":"Motorists in Johannesburg experienced severe peak-hour delays. SAMWU members blocked the M1 Freeway in both directions at Smit Street in Braamfontein. The disruption was caused by a wage dispute. JMPD responded by closing the highway and issuing urgent traffic diversions.","category":"world","id":822292,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/26b16d58bf41f6fd75cd3129bd9439ab222dc109","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/south-africa/2026-10-26-johannesburg-traffic-alert-severe-delays-after-samwu-workers-block-m1-highway/","published_at":"2026-10-26T14:51:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Johannesburg motorists face severe peak-hour delays after SAMWU members blocked the M1 Freeway in both directions at Smit Street in Braamfontein over a wage dispute, prompting the JMPD to close the highway and issue urgent traffic diversions.","title":"Johannesburg traffic alert: Severe delays after SAMWU workers block M1 highway"},{"ai_summary":"The Mayor of Tshwane, Dr Nasiphi Moya, is requiring private water tanker operators to get municipal verification. This move aims to ensure safety standards during the Bronkhorstspruit water crisis. The crisis has caused gastrointestinal illnesses for 833 residents who used untreated water.","category":"world","id":821888,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/ccc195b1a028196e4f4c45a2c3f446d3db64e272","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/south-africa/2026-10-26-tshwane-cracks-down-on-private-water-tankers-amid-crisis/","published_at":"2026-10-26T14:37:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"City of Tshwane Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya has urged private water tanker operators to obtain municipal verification to ensure safety standards, as the Bronkhorstspruit water crisis has left 833 residents with gastrointestinal illnesses due to untreated water.","title":"Tshwane cracks down on private water tankers amid crisis"},{"ai_summary":"BlindSA has filed a case in the Gauteng High Court regarding South Africa's delay in joining the Marrakesh Treaty. This treaty allows for the exchange of books in accessible formats across borders. The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities stated that urgent action is required. This move aims to remove obstacles for blind and visually impaired students.","category":"politics","id":821675,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/f5989175985f8f427139b10f5cce0d3c1200194a","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capetimes/news/2026-10-26-blindsa-takes-government-to-court-over-delayed-marrakesh-treaty-accession/","published_at":"2026-10-26T14:30:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"BlindSA has approached the Gauteng High Court over South Africa’s delayed accession to the Marrakesh Treaty, which facilitates the cross-border exchange of books in accessible formats. The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities says urgent action is needed to remove barriers facing blind and visually impaired students.","title":"BlindSA takes government to court over delayed Marrakesh Treaty accession"},{"ai_summary":"A proposal for a wall costing 115 million has faced strong opposition, with 94 percent of participants against it. Around 17,265 people took part in the process. These participants identified housing, jobs, and education as their primary concerns. However, the findings do not represent the entire population of Cape Town.","category":"world","id":821502,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/17bdaf37bdee049e7377906e027e8d4481402203","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capeargus/news/2026-10-26-r115m-wall-hits-a-wall-94-oppose-cape-town-proposal/","published_at":"2026-10-26T14:18:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Education, jobs and housing emerge as leading priorities among 17,265 participants, but findings are not representative of Cape Town’s population","title":"R115m wall hits a wall: 94% oppose Cape Town proposal"},{"ai_summary":"A crime-scene photographer appeared as the fourth witness in a legal proceeding. The witness gave testimony regarding photographs taken during an inspection. This inspection took place at the Fleurhof apartment complex. This is where Jayden-Lee Meek lived.","category":"world","id":821218,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/6db28ba8152a867b588a757c4165fda486c8887a","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/2026-10-26-jayden-lee-meek-fourth-witness-takes-the-stand/","published_at":"2026-10-26T14:04:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"A crime-scene photographer testified about photographs taken during an inspection of the Fleurhof apartment complex where Jayden-Lee Meek lived.","title":"Jayden-Lee Meek: Fourth witness takes the stand"},{"ai_summary":"Students at Dr A. D. Lazarus Secondary School completed their Mathematics Paper 2 exam. They described the test as fair and found it easier than their trial paper. Despite this, some pupils struggled with difficult questions. Many students reported that time pressure affected their performance.","category":"world","id":821262,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/2178711095056e8f9a513c929d1dd46b708f8910","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/thepost/news/2026-10-26-dr-ad-lazarus-pupils-struggle-with-time-in-mathematics-paper-2/","published_at":"2026-10-26T14:04:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Pupils at Dr A. D. Lazarus Secondary School described the Mathematics Paper 2 exam as fair and easier than their trial paper, but said difficult questions and time pressure affected them.","title":"Dr AD Lazarus pupils struggle with time in Mathematics Paper 2"},{"ai_summary":"Councillor Caroline Lungile Mthembu has been removed from her office in Mandeni. The decision was made by KwaZulu-Natal Cogta MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi. An investigation revealed that the councillor committed multiple breaches of the councillors' Code of Conduct. She was linked to a leaked recording involving a payment. This payment was allegedly connected to a municipal tender for road-tarring.","category":"world","id":821349,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/231732c38c7a0deb8759fc4f778b491871d0ee62","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sunday-tribune/news/2026-10-26-mandeni-councillor-removed-from-office-after-misconduct-investigation/","published_at":"2026-10-26T14:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"KwaZulu-Natal Cogta MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi has removed Mandeni councillor Caroline Lungile Mthembu following an investigation that found multiple breaches of the councillors’ Code of Conduct. The decision comes after she was implicated in a leaked recording involving an alleged payment linked to a municipal road-tarring tender.","title":"Mandeni councillor removed from office after misconduct investigation"},{"ai_summary":"A mother from Hanover Park claims that police officers assaulted her 17-year-old son while he was in custody. She alleges the incident resulted in her son suffering a broken arm. The Independent Police Investigative Directorate has confirmed it received a complaint regarding the matter. The agency is currently waiting for a report from its office in the Western Cape.","category":"world","id":821985,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/a9972377058c899f5381301d2c76a62a3a10e996","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capeargus/news/2026-10-26-ipid-confirms-complaint-over-alleged-assault-of-teen-at-philippi-station/","published_at":"2026-10-26T14:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"A Hanover Park mother alleges that police officers assaulted her 17-year-old son in custody, leaving him with a broken arm. IPID has confirmed receiving a complaint and says it is awaiting a report from its Western Cape office.","title":"IPID confirms complaint over alleged assault of teen at Philippi station"},{"ai_summary":"Iddah Asin, the executive director of ICBA Africa, discussed the beverage industry's perspective on sweeteners with low or no calories. These discussions followed roundtable meetings held in Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania, and South Africa. The goal is to advance evidence-based dialogue on these sweeteners across Africa.","category":"world","id":820999,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/54c7f5c37379546298f5e73ac1c52a35ce7a432f","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/the-star/partnered/2026-10-26-icba-africa-on-advancing-evidence-based-dialogue-on-low-and-no-calorie-sweeteners-across-africa/","published_at":"2026-10-26T13:45:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"ICBA Africa executive director Iddah Asin discusses the beverage industry’s position on low- and no-calorie sweeteners after roundtable discussions in South Africa, Tanzania, Ghana and Nigeria.","title":"ICBA Africa on advancing evidence-based dialogue on low and no-calorie sweeteners across Africa"},{"ai_summary":"The Menglian Avocado brand reached a value of 1.75 billion yuan in 2025. Local residents now view the fruit as a source of increased income. The bumper harvest in this region is expected to replace 15 percent of imports.","category":"world","id":820848,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/bc442d61d9357d0c524ecccc9a932cbdd58adeef","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/business/window-on-china/2026-10-26-bumper-avocado-harvest-in-yunnans-menglian-expected-to-replace-15-percent-of-imports/","published_at":"2026-10-26T13:31:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"In 2025, the Menglian Avocado brand was valued at 1.75 billion yuan. For people in the county, each avocado has become a \" golden fruit\" that boosts their incomes.","title":"Bumper avocado harvest in Yunnan's Menglian expected to replace 15 percent of imports"},{"ai_summary":"Police arrested six men in Hanover Park who were wanted for murder and attempted murder. Four additional arrests were made during separate operations in Delft and Bonteheuwel.","category":"world","id":820890,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/0f5243b83f9fed0d1033ac4143367285e1961e90","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capetimes/2026-10-26-six-wanted-murder-suspects-among-10-arrested-in-cape-town-operations/","published_at":"2026-10-26T13:30:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Police say six men wanted in murder and attempted-murder cases were arrested in Hanover Park, while separate operations in Bonteheuwel and Delft resulted in four more arrests.","title":"Six wanted murder suspects among 10 arrested in Cape Town operations"},{"ai_summary":"President Cyril Ramaphosa called the City of Tshwane's management of the Bronkhorstspruit water contamination crisis unacceptable. The situation has led to a rise in reported gastrointestinal illness cases. There are now 833 reported cases linked to the contaminated water.","category":"world","id":820926,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/3ce3b0eba98797553c2131f4dfa4f16f545e5701","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/politics/2026-10-26-ramaphosa-condemns-tshwane-water-crisis-as-gastrointestinal-illness-cases-rise-to-833/","published_at":"2026-10-26T13:30:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"President Cyril Ramaphosa has condemned the City of Tshwane’s handling of the Bronkhorstspruit water contamination crisis as “unacceptable”, as the number of reported gastrointestinal illness cases linked to the contaminated water has risen to 833.","title":"Ramaphosa condemns Tshwane water crisis as gastrointestinal illness cases rise to 833"},{"ai_summary":"Donald Trump criticized Norway during a campaign rally. He stated that citizens of the country are not welcome to immigrate to the United States. This reaction follows a decision by an independent committee to deny him the Nobel Peace Prize.","category":"world","id":820944,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/80685d17ba77161cb473391191caf81a51fa76ce","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/world/2026-10-26-trump-says-norwegian-immigrants-not-welcome-in-us-following-nobel-prize-snub/","published_at":"2026-10-26T13:26:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"US President Donald Trump attacked Norway during a campaign rally, stating that its citizens are not welcome to immigrate to the US after its independent committee snubbed him for the Nobel Peace Prize.","title":"Trump says Norwegian immigrants not welcome in US following Nobel Prize snub"},{"ai_summary":"China's zero-tariff policy is creating new trade and investment opportunities for businesses in South Africa. Discussions held in Pretoria focused on moving beyond simple trade figures. The two nations want a partnership that supports industrial development and employment. The goal is to ensure zero tariffs provide practical benefits for communities and businesses in both countries.","category":"economy","id":820570,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/d01008c94c8fd3d25d79ece41873f54c1df934d9","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/business/window-on-china/2026-10-26-chinas-zero-tariff-policy-opens-new-trade-and-investment-opportunities-for-south-african-businesses/","published_at":"2026-10-26T13:18:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"The discussions in Pretoria underscored a shared ambition to move beyond increased trade figures towards a partnership that supports investment, industrial development and employment, ensuring that the opportunities created by zero tariffs deliver practical benefits for businesses and communities in both countries.","title":"China's zero-tariff policy opens new trade and investment opportunities for South African businesses"},{"ai_summary":"Andre is a qualified spray painter who is currently seeking a second chance at employment. He spent two years living under a bridge near the Hibberdene offramp after losing his belongings. During this time, he also suffered a serious hip injury. He is now receiving assistance from The Elders Voice KZN. His goal is to find work and regain his independence.","category":"health","id":820658,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/4b48afc3bcbf1ced39dc2ab87e1c09038d7f6c98","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/south-africa/2026-10-26-from-hospital-to-the-streets-qualified-spray-painter-begs-for-a-second-chance/","published_at":"2026-10-26T13:16:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Andre lost his belongings, suffered a serious hip injury and spent two years living under a bridge near the Hibberdene offramp. Now, with help from The Elders Voice KZN, he is seeking employment and a chance to regain his independence.","title":"From hospital to the streets: Qualified spray painter begs for a second chance"},{"ai_summary":"The Rockefeller Hotel is offering a special deal for guests visiting Cape Town during the summer and festive seasons. The City Lights, More Nights promotion provides a 20% discount on qualifying stays. To get the discount, guests must book a stay of three nights or more. Options include room-only or bed-and-breakfast packages. This offer is available from 27 November to 20 December 2026.","category":"world","id":820704,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/0234fd8ddab938643f3c7ddc484788673d9d203b","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/travel/partnered/2026-10-26-stay-longer-experience-more-at-the-rockefeller-hotel/","published_at":"2026-10-26T13:15:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Planning a Cape Town summer or festive-season escape? The Rockefeller Hotel’s City Lights, More Nights offer gives guests 20% off qualifying stays of three nights or more, with room-only and bed-and-breakfast options available from 27 November to 20 December 2026.","title":"Stay longer, experience more at The Rockefeller Hotel"},{"ai_summary":"The Innovator Trust is organizing the Women in Tech Awards 2026. This event recognizes female entrepreneurs and leaders within the tech industry. It focuses on those driving digital growth and AI innovation in Africa. The awards specifically highlight market influence within the ICT sector of South Africa.","category":"world","id":820406,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/f50f068914eb7f74b7412d45236c33cb981a73f0","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/technology/2026-10-26-tech-believers-women-shaping-who-builds-buys-and-benefits/","published_at":"2026-10-26T13:06:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"The Women in Tech Awards 2026 by the Innovator Trust celebrates female tech leaders and entrepreneurs driving Africa’s digital growth, AI innovation, and market influence in South Africa’s ICT sector.","title":"Tech believers: Women shaping who builds, buys and benefits"},{"ai_summary":"Cyril Ramaphosa stated that the ANC is moving toward an outright victory in local government elections. He dismissed polling data that shows the DA leading in several metros. On Monday, he conducted door-to-door campaigning in Mamelodi. This area is located north-east of Pretoria.","category":"politics","id":820498,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/069dfcba77f5724e6a1867a58bb27ac69e617b7a","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/politics/2026-10-26-ramaphosa-dismisses-da-polling-insists-anc-will-win-local-government-elections/","published_at":"2026-10-26T13:03:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa has insisted that the party is heading for an outright victory in the upcoming local government elections, brushing aside polling that places the DA ahead in several metros as he campaigned door-to-door in Mamelodi, north-east of Pretoria, on Monday.","title":"Ramaphosa dismisses DA polling, insists ANC will win local government elections"},{"ai_summary":"Authorities from SAPS and Cederberg Municipality are investigating an alleged blue-light escort. The probe concerns festival MC Enrico Hartzenberg in Clanwilliam.","category":"world","id":820519,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/4517166e21e7acac7a123191b1e532eb2730d9b0","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capeargus/news/2026-10-26-influencers-alleged-blue-light-escort-sparks-probe-in-clanwilliam/","published_at":"2026-10-26T13:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"SAPS and Cederberg Municipality are investigating an alleged blue-light escort for festival MC Enrico Hartzenberg in Clanwilliam.","title":"Influencer’s alleged blue-light escort sparks probe in Clanwilliam"},{"ai_summary":"Maskandi artist Khuzani Mpungose has accused podcaster Ngizwe Mchunu of assaulting the mother of his child. Mpungose released a video showing the woman's alleged injuries. This accusation comes amid a public fallout between the two men.","category":"world","id":820523,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/0352fbf036b75831593645580adf9c84c36d508d","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sunday-tribune/news/2026-10-26-maskandi-star-accuses-ngizwe-mchunu-of-assaulting-his-childs-mother/","published_at":"2026-10-26T13:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Maskandi star Khuzani Mpungose has accused podcaster Ngizwe Mchunu of assaulting his baby’s mother, releasing a video of her alleged injuries amid their public fallout.","title":"Maskandi star accuses Ngizwe Mchunu of assaulting his child’s mother"},{"ai_summary":"The SAHRC is calling for changes to five South African laws. These legal updates aim to protect children online. The proposed changes address cyberbullying and the collection of children's data. They also target harmful content and overall online safety.","category":"world","id":820529,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/d91f67112e924c6091fde56a112c2dcfe1cb65c1","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capetimes/news/2026-10-26-sahrc-urges-sweeping-legal-changes-to-protect-children-online/","published_at":"2026-10-26T13:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"The SAHRC wants changes to five South African laws to address cyberbullying, children’s data collection, harmful content and online safety.","title":"SAHRC urges sweeping legal changes to protect children online"},{"ai_summary":"","category":"politics","id":820253,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/ff2994605054bf187d96b38ff82fb4bdeb10320e","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/thepost/news/2026-10-26-watch-vets-warning-for-indian-aunties-feeding-their-dogs-biryani-samoosas-and-butter-chicken/","published_at":"2026-10-26T12:50:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"South African veterinarian Dr Amir Anwary has warned ‘Indian aunties’ who feed their dogs breyani, samoosas, and burfee that their animals could face weight-related health problems.","title":"WATCH: Vet’s warning for ‘Indian aunties’ feeding their dogs biryani, samoosas and butter chicken"},{"ai_summary":"South African coaches Rulani Mokwena and Steve Barker have led their respective teams to the CAF Champions League group stages. Mokwena guided Pyramids FC and Barker guided Simba SC. Both teams secured their spots through commanding aggregate victories.","category":"culture","id":820535,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/bec4b48e9878cf0de6564c3d6500fdc2f58a8bb5","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sport/soccer/africa/2026-10-26-mokwena-and-barker-fly-sa-flag-as-african-giants-book-champions-league-spots/","published_at":"2026-10-26T12:45:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"South African coaches Rulani Mokwena and Steve Barker have guided Pyramids FC and Simba SC into the CAF Champions League group stages after commanding aggregate victories.","title":"Mokwena and Barker fly SA flag as African giants book Champions League spots"},{"ai_summary":"Four new music releases from South Africa are available. These include a three-track EP by Maali and a debut album from FKA Mash. The works also feature Jabulile Majola. The music explores themes of identity and creative freedom. Other topics include growth and toxic relationships.","category":"world","id":820291,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/4e441715daff482f7f4276a0abdf8351f95d9368","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/entertainment/music/2026-10-26-maali-jabulile-majola-and-fka-mash-among-four-south-african-releases-to-hear/","published_at":"2026-10-26T12:40:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"From Maali’s three-track EP to FKA Mash’s debut album, these four South African releases explore toxic relationships, growth, identity and creative freedom.","title":"Maali, Jabulile Majola and FKA Mash among four South African releases to hear"},{"ai_summary":"Michael Carrick decided to keep Bruno Fernandes on the bench during a 3-0 loss to Bournemouth. This move has raised questions about whether managers can survive conflicts with the most prominent personalities in the dressing room.","category":"world","id":819913,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/354da3327485183125ef8dc52056ff8918facf04","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sport/soccer/premier-league/2026-10-26-the-bruno-standoff-why-managers-who-bench-club-icons-rarely-survive-to-tell-the-tale/","published_at":"2026-10-26T12:31:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Michael Carrick’s decision to leave Bruno Fernandes on the bench in Manchester United’s 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth has revived football’s oldest power struggle: can a manager survive a confrontation with the dressing room’s biggest personality?","title":"The Bruno standoff: Why managers who bench club icons rarely survive to tell the tale"},{"ai_summary":"A proposal for a wall on the N2 in Cape Town has faced strong opposition. Out of 17,265 people who participated in the consultation, 94% opposed the plan. The project is estimated to cost R115 million. Participants identified housing, jobs, and education as their primary priorities. However, the findings are not considered representative of the entire population of Cape Town.","category":"world","id":819992,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/15a36cf7c0be3c378f45f524a2bd18e11b92d2ba","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capetimes/2026-10-26-cape-town-n2-wall-94-of-consultation-respondents-oppose-r115m-proposal/","published_at":"2026-10-26T12:30:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Education, jobs and housing emerge as leading priorities among 17,265 participants, but findings are not representative of Cape Town’s population","title":"Cape Town N2 wall: 94% of consultation respondents oppose R115m proposal"},{"ai_summary":"Tshwane Flying Squad members recovered a stolen black Nissan Navara. The vehicle was found abandoned at the Leeuwfontein informal settlement in Kameeldrift. The recovery happened during crime prevention patrols.","category":"world","id":819776,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/5477d9f00297f976cb747bf0d67ee8922739c5b1","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/2026-10-26-stolen-nissan-navara-recovered-at-tshwane-informal-settlement/","published_at":"2026-10-26T12:18:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"A stolen black Nissan Navara was recovered at Leeuwfontein informal settlement in Kameeldrift after Tshwane Flying Squad members discovered the abandoned vehicle during crime prevention patrols.","title":"Stolen Nissan Navara recovered at Tshwane informal settlement"},{"ai_summary":"The owner of Mustang Sally’s Pub \u0026 Diner in Montana spoke out after two men were filmed using fire extinguishers inside the Pretoria restaurant. She stated that she does not wish to ruin the lives of the individuals involved. The owner suggested that the men had simply had a few drinks before the incident occurred.","category":"culture","id":819826,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/dfd55d557f2a47d6554359e74156020b804ad020","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/lifestyle/food-drink/2026-10-26-they-just-had-a-few-drinks-owner-speaks-after-men-filmed-spraying-extinguishers/","published_at":"2026-10-26T12:14:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"The owner of Mustang Sally’s Pub \u0026 Diner Montana says she does not want to ruin two men’s lives after they were filmed spraying fire extinguishers inside the Pretoria restaurant.","title":"‘They just had a few drinks’: Owner speaks after men filmed spraying extinguishers"},{"ai_summary":"The trial of Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla resumed in the Durban High Court on Monday. The case relates to social media posts she made about freeing Jacob Zuma during the unrest in July 2021. Her lawyer, Advocate Dali Mpofu SC, questioned the state's decision to call a witness. The witness is a retired SAPS IsiZulu translator. The lawyer asked why this specific person was needed to testify.","category":"world","id":819843,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/84024619be76d9a9f1d19890b080af3f0812e115","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/2026-10-26-duduzile-zuma-sambudla-trial-dali-mpofu-asks-why-state-called-retired-saps-translator-to-testify-in-july-unrest-case/","published_at":"2026-10-26T12:11:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla's July 2021 unrest trial resumed in the Durban High Court on Monday as her lawyer, Advocate Dali Mpofu SC, questioned why the State called a retired SAPS IsiZulu translator to testify about her \" Free Jacob Zuma\" social media post.","title":"Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla trial: Dali Mpofu asks why State called retired SAPS translator to testify in July unrest case"},{"ai_summary":"Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso is seeking a quick recovery from his team. This comes after a surprising elimination from the CAF Champions League. The team will face Marumo Gallants in their next match. Cardoso wants his players to respond to the previous humiliation. He noted that the team still has several trophies they can compete for this season.","category":"world","id":819458,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/23bd5607efa037e9a4b74d6c05b73acf5090085a","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/2026-10-26-cardoso-challenges-sundowns-to-respond-after-champions-league-humiliation/","published_at":"2026-10-26T12:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso wants an immediate response against Marumo Gallants after their shock CAF Champions League exit, with several trophies still available this season.","title":"Cardoso challenges Sundowns to respond after Champions League humiliation"},{"ai_summary":"Transport Minister Barbara Creecy announced a review of the Road Accident Fund legislation. The goal of this review is to make sure the Fund remains financially sustainable. As part of these changes, the department will remove the phrase any person from the law. This move follows a court ruling regarding claims made by foreign nationals.","category":"politics","id":819500,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/a4ec74b7d973795916a736b6406810566dbd1780","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/the-star/news/2026-10-26-creecy-plans-raf-law-changes-after-court-ruling-on-foreign-nationals-claims/","published_at":"2026-10-26T12:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Transport Minister Barbara Creecy says her department is reviewing the Road Accident Fund (RAF) legislative dispensation to ensure the financial sustainability of the Fund. The review will also remove reference to the phrase “any person” from the RAF law.","title":"Creecy plans RAF law changes after court ruling on foreign nationals’ claims"},{"ai_summary":"Authorities in KwaZulu-Natal stopped 226 vehicles during a multi-disciplinary road-safety operation. This activity took place on the N11 near Chelmsford. Officials recorded 23 traffic offences during the process. They plan to intensify road-law enforcement as the festive season approaches.","category":"world","id":819572,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/3d5f23d8a605323d99c5f71a77cf329df91ca34d","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sunday-tribune/news/2026-10-26-kzn-to-intensify-road-safety-operations-ahead-of-festive-season/","published_at":"2026-10-26T12:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"A multi-disciplinary road-safety operation stopped 226 vehicles and recorded 23 traffic offences on the N11 near Chelmsford in KwaZulu-Natal. Authorities said road-law enforcement would be intensified ahead of the festive season.","title":"KZN to intensify road safety operations ahead of festive season"},{"ai_summary":"A 35-year-old suspect was arrested following a hijacking in Pinetown. Dashcam footage went viral showing a father firing at the hijackers. One person was killed during the incident.","category":"world","id":819626,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/9eb66f7c60230e516b04410e799a16eba2427aab","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/thepost/news/2026-10-26-suspect-arrested-after-alleged-pinetown-hijacking-caught-on-dashcam/","published_at":"2026-10-26T12:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"A 35-year-old suspect has been arrested after viral dashcam footage showed a Pinetown father opening fire on alleged hijackers, killing one.","title":"Suspect arrested after alleged Pinetown hijacking caught on dashcam"},{"ai_summary":"A 13-year-old student is expected to appear in the Somerset West Magistrate’s Court. The youth allegedly stabbed two 14-year-old pupils at Helderberg High School.","category":"politics","id":819634,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/075d3234ec6f0cab1babe99d7a2a79b0b581dddb","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capeargus/news/2026-10-26-school-stabbing-lands-13-year-old-in-somerset-west-court/","published_at":"2026-10-26T12:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"A 13-year-old learner is expected to appear in the Somerset West Magistrate’s Court after allegedly stabbing two 14-year-old pupils at Helderberg High School.","title":"School stabbing lands 13-year-old in Somerset West court"},{"ai_summary":"Dotsure, a prominent pet insurance provider in South Africa, has received two prestigious awards. The company was recognized for its commitment to pet welfare. The awards also acknowledge its service to the communities it supports.","category":"culture","id":819655,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/fca76967bb9c4f3867c00cd43dea8793c0fba681","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/pretoria-news/partnered/dotsure-celebrates-recognition-for-wholehearted-pet-insurance/","published_at":"2026-10-26T11:58:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"One of South Africa's leading pet insurance provider, Dotsure, is being recognised for its dedication to the welfare of pets and the communities it serves with two recent prestigious awards.","title":"Dotsure celebrates recognition for wholehearted pet insurance"},{"ai_summary":"The South African Weather Service has released weather warnings for multiple regions. A Yellow Level 2 warning is in place for severe thunderstorms. These storms are expected to hit most of KwaZulu-Natal and northern parts of the Eastern Cape. Separate warnings have been issued for other areas. A Yellow Level 1 warning warns of damaging winds in parts of the Free State and Northern Cape.","category":"world","id":819301,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/2be7d48b966a02739c6a9bdeae9e94f4cf4fa356","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/south-africa/2026-10-26-weather-update-severe-thunderstorms-hit-kzn-and-eastern-cape-damaging-winds-threaten-other-regions/","published_at":"2026-10-26T11:35:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"The South African Weather Service has issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms over most of KwaZulu-Natal and the extreme northern parts of the Eastern Cape, alongside a Yellow Level 1 warning for damaging winds in parts of the Free State and Northern Cape.","title":"Weather update: Severe thunderstorms hit KZN and Eastern Cape, damaging winds threaten other regions"},{"ai_summary":"Battery degradation data for the iPhone 16e shows a capacity of 94% after 310 cycles. This rate of decline exceeds industry standards. Such results suggest the device will maintain reliable longevity over several years.","category":"health","id":818787,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/ff3f3a9d9531d2f236a1d458bb11af887111ac3a","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/technology/gadgets/2026-10-26-signs-your-new-phones-battery-health-is-declining-what-to-watch-for/","published_at":"2026-10-26T11:17:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"A real-world breakdown of iPhone 16e battery degradation reveals why hitting 94% capacity after 310 cycles outpaces industry standards and signals years of reliable longevity.","title":"Signs your new phone’s battery health is declining: What to watch for"},{"ai_summary":"Deputy President Paul Mashatile is visiting Bronkhorstspruit. This visit follows reports of 408 cases of gastrointestinal illness. Meanwhile, a separate boil-water advisory has been lifted in the central business district of Pretoria.","category":"world","id":818840,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/164635cef82fa47fcc529c04a86fdb3fd2353606","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/south-africa/gauteng/2026-10-26-mashatile-visits-tshwane-amid-bronkhorstspruit-water-illness-crisis/","published_at":"2026-10-26T11:16:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Deputy President Paul Mashatile is visiting Bronkhorstspruit after 408 gastrointestinal illness cases were reported, while Tshwane has lifted a separate boil-water advisory affecting Pretoria’s CBD.","title":"Mashatile visits Tshwane amid Bronkhorstspruit water illness crisis"},{"ai_summary":"Blind SA has initiated legal action against the government due to delays in joining the Marrakesh Treaty. This treaty would provide students who are blind or visually impaired with access to reading materials from other countries. The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has requested urgent steps to resolve these delays.","category":"world","id":818547,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/56afdad6c4977c685b96c0e856cad881608fc54a","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/the-star/news/2026-10-26-blind-and-visually-impaired-students-press-for-access-to-global-reading-materials-as-legal-delay-continues/","published_at":"2026-10-26T11:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Blind SA has taken the government to court over delays in joining the Marrakesh Treaty, which would give blind and visually impaired students access to books available overseas. The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has called for urgent action to address the delays.","title":"Blind and visually impaired students press for access to global reading materials as legal delay continues"},{"ai_summary":"Sinead Samputh is a Grade 9 learner who has found success in robotics. She is now using that experience to teach coding to children. This effort takes place in the Malacca Road community of Durban through her free BAYMIN LABS initiative.","category":"tech","id":818664,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/96ea5affb6e664b8ebf1242cd697db84270fb7a1","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/thepost/news/2026-10-26-sinead-samputh-turns-robotics-success-into-coding-lessons-for-durban-children/","published_at":"2026-10-26T11:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Supplied: “Grade 9 learner Sinead Samputh is using her robotics success to teach coding to children in Durban’s Malacca Road community through her free BAYMIN LABS initiative.”","title":"Sinead Samputh turns robotics success into coding lessons for Durban children"},{"ai_summary":"The SAHRC condemned the alleged killings of a foreign national in Durban and a police officer in Lichtenburg. The commission called for thorough investigations into these deaths. It warned that violence is not justified by immigration status or nationality.","category":"politics","id":818699,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/e67d4313c9b69ac22af24326e45476c29c77b8d9","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sunday-tribune/news/2026-10-26-human-rights-commission-warns-against-violence-after-two-reported-killings/","published_at":"2026-10-26T11:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"The SAHRC has condemned the alleged killings of a police officer in Lichtenburg and a foreign national in Durban, calling for thorough investigations and warning that nationality or immigration status cannot justify violence.","title":"Human rights commission warns against violence after two reported killings"},{"ai_summary":"NCC leader Fadiel Adams challenged JP Smith to take a public drug test. Smith is a mayoral committee member for safety and security in Cape Town. Smith dismissed the challenge made by Adams. Adams did not provide any evidence to support his claims.","category":"health","id":818881,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/ce5c16ef4a0621a8a2f9b7ad456cca53da8ad2d5","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capeargus/news/2026-10-26-come-clean-adams-dares-jp-smith-to-take-public-drug-test/","published_at":"2026-10-26T11:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"NCC leader Fadiel Adams has challenged Cape Town safety and security mayoral committee member JP Smith to take a public drug test. Smith dismissed the challenge, while Adams provided no evidence for his claims.","title":"‘Come clean’: Adams dares JP Smith to take public drug test"},{"ai_summary":"Gerald Coetzee has been brought back for the third Test match against Australia. The game will take place at Newlands. This match will decide the series.","category":"culture","id":818718,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/7fcb403f228c686441611d7d1f477fba57fbdc78","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sport/cricket/proteas/2026-10-26-breaking-news-proteas-turn-to-gerald-coetzees-x-factor-pace-for-newlands-decider/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:53:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Gerald Coetzee has been recalled from the Test wilderness for the third and deciding Test against Australia at Newlands.","title":"BREAKING NEWS: Proteas turn to Gerald Coetzee’s X-factor pace for Newlands decider"},{"ai_summary":"A man from Cape Town was convicted of taking 104 indigenous plants from the Bracken Nature Reserve. He received a fine of R80,000. This payment is suspended for a period of five years.","category":"world","id":818732,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/0de6edc062927bd69c6d7d040be119c00ea8e259","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/2026-10-26-r80000-fine-and-nature-reserve-ban-for-cape-town-indigenous-plant-thief/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:53:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"A Cape Town man has been fined R80,000, wholly suspended for five years, after being convicted of removing 104 indigenous plants from Bracken Nature Reserve in Brackenfell.","title":"R80,000 fine and nature reserve ban for Cape Town indigenous plant thief"},{"ai_summary":"China launched a batch of internet satellites into space on Sunday. The mission utilized a Long March-8A carrier rocket. The launch took place from the island province of Hainan in the south.","category":"world","id":818313,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/7ca81b54c5e87cf646ebfa7d338587673d411d13","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/business/window-on-china/2026-10-26-china-launches-new-internet-satellite-group-from-hainan/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:50:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"China launched a Long March-8A carrier rocket from the southern island province of Hainan on Sunday, sending a batch of internet satellites into space.","title":"China launches new internet satellite group from Hainan"},{"ai_summary":"Urban improvement precincts in Durban are working to bring back investor confidence. These efforts include cleaning streets, enhancing security, and improving the maintenance of public spaces. A planned beachfront amusement park costing 980 million rand demonstrates the city's potential for new investment.","category":"economy","id":818419,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/58990920c7b872bf1d83db4fa7f68734d51eacb8","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/business/economy/2026-10-26-how-durbans-urban-improvement-precincts-are-helping-attract-major-investment/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:47:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Durban's urban improvement precincts are helping restore investor confidence through improved security, cleaner streets and better-maintained public spaces, with a planned R980 million beachfront amusement park highlighting the city's potential for renewed investment.","title":"How Durban's urban improvement precincts are helping attract major investment"},{"ai_summary":"The North Hall of the Shenzhen Library in Guangdong Province, South China, demonstrates digital practices in urban public cultural services.","category":"culture","id":818439,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/8fb8ca286dfbfcc38884401e6fb04c742cd1fc68","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/business/window-on-china/2026-10-26-the-future-is-here-unlock-smart-book-borrowing-at-shenzhen-library-in-guangdong-south-china/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:46:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"The North Hall of Shenzhen Library in south China's Guangdong Province stands as a vivid example of China's digital practices in urban public cultural services.","title":"The future is here | Unlock smart book borrowing at Shenzhen Library in Guangdong, South China"},{"ai_summary":"AK Elyas is seeking intervention from the Western Cape High Court. The expelled DA councillor wants the court to restore his party membership. He is also asking the court to prevent other people from filling his current seat. This request includes protecting any future positions he holds in the Cape Town council.","category":"politics","id":818737,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/7348da04920ab17a3bbda5d0f0920e704f22925e","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capetimes/news/2026-10-26-expelled-da-councillor-asks-court-to-restore-membership-and-protect-cape-town-seat/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:45:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Expelled DA councillor AK Elyas wants the Western Cape High Court to restore his membership and prevent vacancies linked to his current and future Cape Town council positions from being filled.","title":"Expelled DA councillor asks court to restore membership and protect Cape Town seat"},{"ai_summary":"The Mahikeng High Court dismissed a case brought by a communal property association. The association had sought to stop individuals they accused of trespassing. The court found that several key facts were still in dispute. These disagreements included issues regarding grazing rights and the placement of fencing. Allegations of threats were also contested. Because of these uncertainties, the bid was unsuccessful.","category":"world","id":818477,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/fbd9b141a836292f4d05c8d3b76d1826f842d31d","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/business/2026-10-26-land-mix-up-sinks-north-west-farm-trespassing-case/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:42:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"The Mahikeng High Court dismissed a communal property association’s bid to stop alleged trespassers, finding that key facts about grazing rights, fencing and alleged threats remained disputed.","title":"Land mix-up sinks North West farm trespassing case"},{"ai_summary":"Parliament has called for investigations into thousands of high-risk government payroll cases. Specifically, 4,323 cases were flagged for potential fraud. These are known as ghost worker cases. The Treasury is expected to provide more findings in the 2027 Budget.","category":"world","id":818487,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/5fbe665cc40f5c4fc9b535a9febb3bc9a48b6856","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/business/2026-10-26-ghost-worker-scandal-4323-suspicious-cases-flagged-on-state-payroll/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:38:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Parliament has called for investigations into 4,323 high-risk government payroll cases flagged for possible fraud, with Treasury expected to report further findings in the 2027 Budget","title":"Ghost worker scandal: 4,323 suspicious cases flagged on state payroll"},{"ai_summary":"These naan khatai biscuits have a buttery flavor and are scented with cardamom. They are topped with almonds coated in chocolate. Gold leaf can be added as an optional garnish.","category":"tech","id":818084,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/2b95e091bb83e40f57426ce8117cd2eb779c41f7","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/thepost/features/2026-10-26-diwali-ghee-naan-khatai-biscuits-topped-with-chocolate-almonds/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:30:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"These buttery, cardamom-scented naan khatai biscuits are finished with chocolate-coated almonds and optional gold leaf.","title":"Diwali Ghee naan khatai biscuits topped with chocolate almonds"},{"ai_summary":"A man from Durban rescued a struggling swimmer at Brighton Beach. He stated that his primary goal was to save a life. The man downplayed the event and said he did not act to get recognition.","category":"world","id":818134,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/e67a4d17344eca21107ee0def1de918fb4d52121","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/south-africa/kwazulu-natal/2026-10-26-video-i-did-not-do-it-for-recognition-durban-man-plays-down-brighton-beach-rescue/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:24:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"A Durban man who pulled a struggling swimmer from the water at Brighton Beach says he acted to save a life, not to receive recognition.","title":"VIDEO | ‘I did not do it for recognition’: Durban man plays down Brighton Beach rescue"},{"ai_summary":"A Bahá’í perspective examines ways to live a life of purpose and nobility. This approach emphasizes the role of education and serving other people. It also focuses on the pursuit of unity. These elements are seen as ways for individuals to contribute to the progress of society.","category":"world","id":817894,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/770223a2b505ad346acdb603a0e962fb29f7c85d","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sunday-tribune/opinion/2026-10-26-living-a-purposeful-life-with-nobility/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:22:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"A Bahá’í perspective explores how education, service to others and the pursuit of unity can help individuals lead purposeful lives while contributing to the progress of society.","title":"Living a purposeful life with nobility"},{"ai_summary":"A 49-year-old police officer in Gqeberha allegedly shot his wife three times on Monday morning. The incident took place at their residence in Ikamvelihle. Following the attack on his wife, the officer shot himself. He died by suicide.","category":"world","id":817990,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/74b4893c75e8bf444c4ac896db34472a60a58ea6","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/2026-10-26-gqeberha-police-officer-shoots-wife-three-times-before-dying-by-suicide/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:19:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"A 49-year-old Eastern Cape police officer allegedly shot his wife three times before shooting himself at their home in Ikamvelihle, Gqeberha, on Monday morning.","title":"Gqeberha police officer shoots wife three times before dying by suicide"},{"ai_summary":"Authorities in the Western Cape are evaluating water restrictions. This comes as dam storage levels have dropped below the levels recorded last year. Cape Town has issued warnings to households with high water consumption. These residents must reduce their usage or they may face supply restrictions.","category":"world","id":818006,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/1eb03163272b5ebcd7d91d928a89e6ab4ffe0807","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capetimes/news/2026-10-26-cape-town-assesses-water-restrictions-as-western-cape-dam-levels-fall/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:17:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Water restrictions in the Western Cape are being assessed as dam storage falls below last year’s level, while Cape Town warns high-consuming households to cut usage or risk supply restrictions.","title":"Cape Town assesses water restrictions as Western Cape dam levels fall"},{"ai_summary":"These soji balls are a sweet treat made from toasted semolina. The recipe includes almonds, coconut, and condensed milk. Cardamom is added to give the dessert a fragrant flavor. The recipe produces 20 portions.","category":"world","id":818038,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/6c3be66c12086d62e3a156ff2490cc9c06db01fc","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/thepost/features/2026-10-26-diwali-soji-balls-recipe-with-almonds-coconut-and-condensed-milk/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:15:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"These easy soji balls combine toasted semolina, almonds, coconut, cardamom and condensed milk for a fragrant sweet treat ready in 20 portions.","title":"Diwali Soji balls recipe with almonds, coconut and condensed milk"},{"ai_summary":"Tooth discoloration happens because of ageing and dental issues. Certain foods and drinks can also cause stains. People can learn methods to prevent these stains and whiten their teeth safely. It is necessary to recognize specific signs that indicate a visit to a dentist is required.","category":"world","id":818045,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/38c8d88238b5a18f27add553c0e1695999f52fec","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/lifestyle/health/2026-10-26-yellow-teeth-what-causes-discolouration-and-how-to-fix/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:12:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Tooth discolouration can result from food, drinks, ageing and dental problems. Learn how to prevent stains, whiten teeth safely and recognise when to see a dentist.","title":"Yellow teeth: What causes discolouration and how to fix"},{"ai_summary":"Sibusisiwe Gugu Manqele has died at the age of 35. Her family shared the news of her passing. She was a scholar, actress, and screenwriter. She had previously won a SAFTA award.","category":"culture","id":817653,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/919e31d1ea31c2db38abaf7027d2ab7b7fd36737","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/entertainment/tv/2026-10-26-safta-winning-writer-and-actress-sibusisiwe-gugu-manqele-dies-at-35/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:04:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"SAFTA-winning screenwriter, actress and scholar Sibusisiwe Gugu Manqele has died at 35, her family said.","title":"SAFTA-winning writer and actress Sibusisiwe Gugu Manqele dies at 35"},{"ai_summary":"ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula urged Cape Town voters to support candidates from his party. He told voters not to waste their ballots on smaller parties he described as Mickey Mouse parties. Mbalula also criticized the record of the DA in Cape Town and encouraged supporters to vote in high numbers.","category":"culture","id":817689,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/6c9a28aac9d42a69b46be5e740be524953fd71d6","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capeargus/city-watch/2026-10-26-mbalula-tells-cape-town-voters-not-to-waste-votes-on-mickey-mouse-parties/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula urged voters to support ANC councillor candidates, criticised the DA’s record in Cape Town and called on supporters to vote in numbers.","title":"Mbalula tells Cape Town voters not to waste votes on ‘Mickey Mouse’ parties"},{"ai_summary":"The South African Human Rights Commission is calling for stronger legislation to protect children in digital spaces. Officials state that current laws are not keeping pace with modern risks. These concerns include the prevalence of cyberbullying and grooming. The commission also pointed to the dangers of harmful content. There is specific concern regarding how children's data is used for commercial purposes.","category":"politics","id":817760,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/d91f67112e924c6091fde56a112c2dcfe1cb65c1","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/the-star/news/2026-10-26-sahrc-calls-for-stronger-laws-to-protect-children-online/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"The commission says South Africa’s laws lag behind risks including cyberbullying, grooming, harmful content and the commercial use of children’s data.","title":"SAHRC calls for stronger laws to protect children online"},{"ai_summary":"These deep-fried poli pastries are made for Diwali. The filling consists of toasted coconut, sesame, semolina, and cardamom.","category":"world","id":817811,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/a9dbfc9d02de25ee53385d86fdc57fa331f4894d","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/thepost/features/2026-10-26-a-diwali-poli-recipe-with-coconut-sesame-and-cardamom/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Make these golden, deep-fried poli pastries filled with toasted coconut, sesame, semolina and fragrant cardamom.","title":"A Diwali poli recipe with coconut, sesame and cardamom"},{"ai_summary":"Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina stated that her department analyzed potential water restriction options. This action follows a decline in dam levels across the Western Cape. The move comes as the City of Cape Town also proposed its own water restrictions.","category":"world","id":818509,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/dbc1fcc98eea69ece79c111716eab37987629423","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capeargus/news/2026-10-26-water-restrictions-being-assessed-as-wc-dam-levels-decline/","published_at":"2026-10-26T10:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina said her department has conducted analysis to assess possible water restrictions options amid the decline in dam levels in the Western Cape and the proposed water restrictions in the City of Cape Town.","title":"Water restrictions being assessed as WC dam levels decline"},{"ai_summary":"Ahmed Timol was arrested alongside Salim Essop in October 1971. He died while in police custody four days after the arrest. The account examines his final movements and the arrests that occurred. It also looks at conflicting findings regarding his death.","category":"world","id":817271,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/f853033e32f63df49a8087551462e4fd63b7fd46","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/opinion/2026-10-26-the-arrest-and-death-of-ahmed-timol-at-john-vorster-square/","published_at":"2026-10-26T09:31:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Ahmed Timol was arrested with Salim Essop in October 1971 and died in police custody four days later. This account traces his final movements, the arrests that followed and the conflicting findings about his death.","title":"The arrest and death of Ahmed Timol at John Vorster Square"},{"ai_summary":"Carey has criticized the fragile state of the Australian batting line-up. He urged the players to convert their starts into larger scores. This warning comes ahead of the final Test match. The goal is to find a solution for the team's batting struggles.","category":"politics","id":817301,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/693cbfa41b0371b38e44563bdc59a573139fa14b","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sport/cricket/2026-10-26-aussies-seek-batting-fix-as-carey-warns-against-solo-acts/","published_at":"2026-10-26T09:29:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"\" Convert those starts\": Carey calls out fragile Aussie batting line-up ahead of final Test","title":"Aussies seek batting fix as Carey warns against solo acts"},{"ai_summary":"Michael Sherman, the IOL Tech Editor, reviewed an indie browser game called Durban Heat. Local developers created the game to bring the chaos of Grand Theft Auto to the Golden Mile. It features a visual style inspired by Lego. The game is described as an authentic South African take on the genre.","category":"world","id":816918,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/5070f7de1ef7561fa4730ff9ec97adf71c9dba11","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/technology/esports/2026-10-26-i-was-sent-to-westville-prison-in-durban-heat-inside-south-africas-lego-style-indie-gta/","published_at":"2026-10-26T09:21:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"IOL Tech Editor Michael Sherman takes a look at Durban Heat, an authentic indie browser game built by local developers that brings classic Grand Theft Auto chaos to the Golden Mile with a charming, Lego-inspired South African twist.","title":"I was sent to Westville Prison in ‘Durban Heat’: Inside South Africa’s lego-style Indie GTA"},{"ai_summary":"Black Friday now extends across a large portion of November. Retailers, payment providers, and online gambling platforms are all competing for the attention of consumers. Shoppers in South Africa are given five ways to prepare for these deals. The suggestions focus on protecting budgets and avoiding the fine print.","category":"culture","id":817341,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/614e5c1b3b0bf653a2fc2b325eeec7dbc48684c6","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capetimes/partnered/2026-10-26-black-friday-is-coming-5-things-to-know-before-the-deals-start/","published_at":"2026-10-26T09:20:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Black Friday now stretches across much of November, with retailers, payment providers and online gambling platforms competing for consumers’ attention. Here are five ways South African shoppers can prepare, protect their budget and avoid missing the fine print.","title":"Black Friday is coming, 5 things to know before the deals start"},{"ai_summary":"Katiso Molefe and three other accused individuals appeared in the Johannesburg High Court on Monday. The court case relates to the 2022 murders of DJ Sumbody and two of his bodyguards. The trial has been delayed once again. It is now postponed until July 19, 2027.","category":"politics","id":817047,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/447e8aef149100196051a8c718fcdc4511022f26","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/2026-10-26-dj-sumbody-murder-trial-delayed-again-as-accused-appear-in-johannesburg-high-court/","published_at":"2026-10-26T09:19:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Businessman Katiso “KT” Molefe and three co-accused briefly appeared in the Johannesburg High Court on Monday, where their trial relating to the 2022 murders of DJ Sumbody and his two bodyguards was postponed to July 19, 2027.","title":"DJ Sumbody murder trial delayed again as accused appear in Johannesburg High Court"},{"ai_summary":"The Benoni Flying Squad arrested six suspects during separate operations in Gauteng. Police recovered a stolen Hyundai H100 vehicle during the raids. They also seized suspected stolen copper valued at R25,000. Additionally, officers recovered nyaope. These arrests were part of a wider crackdown by the squad.","category":"health","id":817079,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/5d10ae73e54f8c0174add83e0c7c8a4b90934883","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/2026-10-26-six-arrested-in-benoni-flying-squad-crackdown-as-stolen-copper-drugs-and-vehicle-recovered/","published_at":"2026-10-26T09:17:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Six suspects have been arrested by the Benoni Flying Squad in separate operations in Gauteng, with police recovering suspected stolen copper worth R25,000, nyaope and a stolen Hyundai H100.","title":"Six arrested in Benoni Flying Squad crackdown as stolen copper, drugs and vehicle recovered"},{"ai_summary":"The MK Party aims to gain control of eThekwini during the local government elections on November 4. The party wants to turn former strongholds of the ANC into a council majority. However, several factors create doubt about their ability to secure this goal. These include differences in polling data and internal tensions. Uncertainty regarding potential coalitions also plays a role in the challenge.","category":"culture","id":817099,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/4bbde5ce8cc3865919b246f3ac3c3be511f5813b","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/lge2026/2026-10-26-battle-for-ethekwini-can-mk-party-turn-former-anc-strongholds-into-a-council-majority-lge-2026/","published_at":"2026-10-26T09:10:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"The MK Party is seeking control of eThekwini in the November 4 local government elections, but polling differences, internal tensions and coalition uncertainty raise questions about whether it can secure a majority.","title":"Battle for eThekwini: Can MK Party turn former ANC strongholds into a council majority? | LGE 2026"},{"ai_summary":"Lawrence Maleka and Jo-Ann Strauss will serve as hosts for the Miss South Africa 2026 finale. The event takes place on November 14 at the Sandton Convention Centre. Thuli Madonsela will be part of the five-member judging panel.","category":"politics","id":817120,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/593a6ddcc7cdbf2e7267c090c7111d71142d92d8","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/entertainment/tv/2026-10-26-lawrence-maleka-and-jo-ann-strauss-to-host-miss-south-africa-2026-finale/","published_at":"2026-10-26T09:06:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Lawrence Maleka and Jo-Ann Strauss will host the Miss South Africa 2026 finale at Sandton Convention Centre on November 14, while Thuli Madonsela joins the five-member judging panel.","title":"Lawrence Maleka and Jo-Ann Strauss to host Miss South Africa 2026 finale"},{"ai_summary":"Relebohile Mofokeng recorded a goal and an assist during a recent match. His team, Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, overcame a two-goal deficit to defeat Cercle Brugge 5-2. This performance continues his strong start in Belgium.","category":"world","id":816754,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/5cc0a52c447c2cbf212ab77c7e6ef1d644622110","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/sport/soccer/2026-10-26-mofokengs-european-adventure-gathers-pace-after-latest-union-masterclass/","published_at":"2026-10-26T09:04:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Relebohile Mofokeng scored and assisted as Royale Union Saint-Gilloise fought back from two goals down to beat Cercle Brugge 5-2, continuing his impressive start in Belgium.","title":"Mofokeng’s European adventure gathers pace after latest Union masterclass"},{"ai_summary":"Residents and ratepayer groups in eThekwini are challenging the municipality over inflated water bills. They claim faulty smart meter readings and unresolved disputes have led to higher costs and threats of disconnection. The municipality responded that accounts under dispute should not face credit-control actions. They also stated that faulty meters will be replaced or repaired.","category":"culture","id":816799,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/25e7024113e2d7277b0f9f15e91a5f4d78a2c16e","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/thepost/news/2026-10-26-residents-challenge-ethekwini-over-inflated-bills-linked-to-smart-meters/","published_at":"2026-10-26T09:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Residents and ratepayer groups say faulty readings and unresolved billing disputes have led to sharply increased eThekwini water accounts and disconnection threats. The municipality says disputed accounts should not face credit-control action and that faulty meters will be repaired or replaced.","title":"Residents challenge eThekwini over inflated bills linked to smart meters"},{"ai_summary":"Police arrested ten suspects during separate crime operations in Cape Town. Six men were taken into custody in Hanover Park for murder and attempted murder. Four additional arrests were made during operations in Delft and Bonteheuwel.","category":"world","id":816834,"image_url":"https://iol-prod.appspot.com/image/132fb56c52a085708fbaa3c63e7fa8b4c7f7ed6a","lang":"en","link":"https://iol.co.za/capeargus/news/2026-10-26-ten-suspects-arrested-in-separate-cape-town-crime-operations/","published_at":"2026-10-26T09:00:00Z","source":"iol.co.za","summary":"Police say six men wanted in murder and attempted-murder cases were arrested in Hanover Park, while separate operations in Bonteheuwel and Delft resulted in four more arrests.","title":"Ten suspects arrested in separate Cape Town crime operations"}]}