October fuel price shock looms (opens on the publisher’s site)
A steep rise in international petroleum product prices means South African motorists should brace for noticeably higher fuel costs in October
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Bay-born chess maestro to represent Africa in tournament at South Pole (opens on the publisher’s site)
Gqeberha-born chess player Jesse February will represent Africa at the first FIDE-rated chess tournament in Antarctica.
Wind bands from five Gqeberha schools team up for Pearson concert (opens on the publisher’s site)
Pearson High School is hosting a Symphonic Winds Collaboration on Saturday evening, bringing together pupils from five Gqeberha schools in celebration of music.
Spot the plan: Public invited to comment on draft leopard strategy (opens on the publisher’s site)
The government has released a new draft strategy for the conservation and management of leopards for public comment.
Farmer blames ex-wife for ‘implicating’ him in sex crimes (opens on the publisher’s site)
An Eastern Cape farmer accused of having drugged and raped six women has blamed his ex-wife for allegedly orchestrating the charges against him. However, Makhanda high court judge Judith Roberson rejected Louis Lategan’s claims on Tuesday.
Factional battles still delaying start of Cosatu congress (opens on the publisher’s site)
The second day of Cosatu’s four-day national congress had not yet begun by late Tuesday due to procedural stalemates and factional disputes surrounding delegates’ credentials and leadership suspensions.
Gqeberha primary school pupils face sex-crime allegations (opens on the publisher’s site)
Two pupils at a Gqeberha primary school have been accused of conspiring in the alleged sexual assault of another schoolboy at the premises on several occasions.
Childbirth abuse is rife. So why don’t we see it? (opens on the publisher’s site)
Findings from a survey on obstetric violence show that an estimated 1.79-million women who gave birth in the past 10 years in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng were mistreated. We unpack the numbers to show what they really mean
Jansen brothers target rare international feat (opens on the publisher’s site)
For as long as they can remember, South African twins Duan and Marco Jansen have dreamt of playing alongside each other for the Proteas.
Provinces unite for renewable energy jobs on shared border (opens on the publisher’s site)
The Eastern and Northern Cape governments have joined forces to ensure billions of rand in renewable-energy investments along their shared border translate into jobs, local business opportunities and broader economic benefits for communities on both sides
Civic group calls for urgent Bay metro leadership overhaul (opens on the publisher’s site)
The Nelson Mandela Bay Civil Society Coalition has drawn a line in the sand ahead of the local government elections, calling for a fundamental overhaul of the metro’s leadership, governance and service delivery to restore public and investor confidence.
Hem, Busakwe SA title clash gets green light (opens on the publisher’s site)
The much-anticipated showdown between Duncan Village’s Siyabulela Hem and Khaya Busakwe will continue as planned next Saturday, with Busakwe’s SA lightweight title at stake.
Salsoneville teen excited for diplomacy forum in Paris (opens on the publisher’s site)
Gqeberha’s Kyle Gardner has been selected to be part of the Global Youth Diplomacy Forum which will be held in Paris from September 24-27.
Better decision-making in final third key for victory over TS Galaxy — Truter (opens on the publisher’s site)
Better decision-making in the final third will be key in Chippa United’s fight for three points in the Betway Premiership, says head coach Brandon Truter.
Iinyathi’s Copeland credits UK experience for record performance (opens on the publisher’s site)
Eastern Cape Iinyathi batter Michael Copeland, who scored a century, a fifty and took a five-wicket haul in their visit to the Limpopo Impalas last week, says playing in the United Kingdom during the pre-season has helped shape his overall game.
England’s Pollock could move abroad or switch sports amid contract stand-off (opens on the publisher’s site)
England No 8 Henry Pollock says he will consider playing abroad or changing sports altogether as negotiations over a new contract with Northampton drag on.
Sunderland embark on European adventure after decades in doldrums (opens on the publisher’s site)
Sunderland will walk out at the Stadium of Light on Wednesday for their first European match in 53 years - the latest milestone in a remarkable recovery for a club that spent decades in the doldrums.
Newlands return ‘just another game’, says Warriors quick Hendricks (opens on the publisher’s site)
Beuran Hendricks refused to let his emotional return to Newlands overshadow his first competitive outing for the Warriors, focusing instead on his role as the visitors adapted to a match heavily disrupted by weather.
Enter now for the most iconic cycle race in the Eastern Cape (opens on the publisher’s site)
The 41st edition of The Herald Cycle Tour, a major cycling event in the Eastern Cape, is open for entries and welcomes both competitive and recreational riders.
Rain fails to dampen EPA track and field season opener (opens on the publisher’s site)
Eastern Province Athletics opened its 2026-2027 track and field season at Westbourne Oval despite persistent rain, with some events cancelled for safety, but the majority proceeding across three venues.
Springbok women get to work in Wales (opens on the publisher’s site)
The Springbok Women began their WXV Global Series preparations in Cardiff with a productive training session, adapting to challenging weather after arriving from South Africa.
Sharks can build momentum in home games, says Pietersen (opens on the publisher’s site)
Having the luxury of back-to-back home games in Durban to kick-start their United Rugby Championship season will give the Sharks an ideal platform to build early momentum, coach JP Pietersen said.
Yet another SA title for Jack Moore (opens on the publisher’s site)
Gqeberha teenage karting sensation Jack Moore has added yet another national title to his growing list of achievements, securing the 2026 South African ROK Karting Championship dramatically at Killarney International Raceway in Cape Town.
Boks got better and better against All Blacks, says Willemse (opens on the publisher’s site)
Though they emerged emphatic 3-1 winners in Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series there were no easy games and the Springboks were forced to fight fire with fire against a New Zealand outfit who never took a backward step, fullback Damian Willemse said.