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Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results: Thursday, 26 March 2026
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In case you missed it: Masemola’s day in court | Boks tickets go on sale | Police probe fresh leads in Joshlin Smith case
Catch up on the biggest stories of Thursday, 26 March 2026 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.
‘I had internal bleeding’: ActionSA’s Xolani Khumalo pleads not guilty as victim details assault
The complainant recounted the events of the police raid at his home.
24 hours in pictures, 26 March 2026
Through the lens: The Citizen's Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.
Friday’s weather: Severe storms expected across four provinces
Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for 27 March 2026.
Police probe fresh leads in Joshlin Smith case
Police have returned to Saldanha Bay to investigate fresh claims in the Joshlin Smith case, but no evidence has yet been found.
Ford recalling Transit and Transit/Tourneo Custom over battery fault
Recall notice for 582 vehicles involves the battery releasing an unpleasant odour or 'hissing' sound into the cabin.
Union march to disrupt refuse collection, warns Pikitup and Johannesburg councillor
Samwu marched outside the Johannesburg High Court on Thursday in protest against an interdict brought by the DA to halt a pending wage settlement.
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Reserve Bank keeps repo rate unchanged, warns the future remains uncertain
Governor Lesetja Kganyago warned the ongoing Middle East war could interrupt the country's growth recovery.
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Why South Africa should distrust US talks
South Africa must approach US negotiations cautiously as diplomacy often runs alongside coercion, force and shifting political agendas globally today.
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Why Mbokazi will not play for Bafana on Friday
'It's just a question of the trip they made from America to here, and also the jet lag,' said the Bafana head coach.
Sport
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IPL 2026: All 17 South Africans set to compete
A total of 17 South Africans will play this year, most of whom need better performances after disappointment last year.
Entertainment
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‘A great loss for the music industry’: Tributes pour in for Durban DJ Boonu
Kwaito star and original Big Nuz member Sfiso Mshengu, also known as Bhar, told The Citizen they were saddened by Boonu's sudden passing.
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Ford recalling Transit and Transit/Tourneo Custom over battery fault
Recall notice for 582 vehicles involves the battery releasing an unpleasant odour or 'hissing' sound into the cabin.
