Wednesday, 16 September 2026

The Electoral Court dismissed the ANC’s appeal over late candidate-list submissions, excluding its nominees from contesting six municipalities; the party said it would pursue further legal options.

Nigerian wildlife vet Dr Mark Ofua described how television, school clubs and rescues are shifting attitudes towards pangolins and other wildlife, including a growing public willingness to report animals needing help.

First National Bank’s eBucks won seven of 24 South African Loyalty Awards categories, while Shoprite’s Extra Savings won best retail and subscription programme awards.

Loyalty programmes have become a cost-of-living tool: 85% of economically active South Africans use them, and the average member belongs to 10.4 programmes, up from 4.6 in 2015.

Motoring advice included considering demo vehicles for lower prices, while avoiding performance-car demonstrators and checking mileage, usage and dealer history before buying.