Sunday, 15 November 2026

Heavy rainfall triggered flooding in Parys in the Free State, with strong flood currents reported in parts of the town and water levels rising rapidly, creating dangerous conditions for residents.

A former president of the South African Society of Psychiatrists warned that shortages of essential psychiatric medication could seriously harm patients, with public hospitals in several provinces affected, including Gauteng and the Western Cape.

The Gauteng Education Department says about 267,000 learners have been placed for 2027 from more than 346,000 online applications for grade 1 and grade 8, with placements still under way.

The inaugural Swiss Derby Day will be held in Cape Town on 27 February 2027, offering R10 million in prize money across seven races, with show jumping and dressage added to the racing programme.