South Africa

'My house smells as if I'm staying in a toilet'

City of Cape Town’s janitorial programme has left Siyahlala and other informal settlements unserviced for over a year.

Africa

Five killed in torrential Tunisia rains

Flash floods in Tunisia's Cap Bon peninsula have killed at least five people, authorities say, as surging waters caused by heavy rains carried away homes, cars and chunks of road.

World

3D gun advocate accused of sex with minor is jailed in US

Authorities say the owner of a Texas company that sells plans to make untraceable 3-D printed guns is back in the US after being arrested in Taiwan.

Sport24

Solinas says Billiat is Chiefs' Messi

Kaizer Chiefs coach Giovanni Solinas believes forward Khama Billiat is as important to the club as Lionel Messi is to Barcelona.

Business

Oil traders say $100 coming as OPEC struggles to fill Iran gap

Major oil trading houses predict the return of $100 crude for the first time since 2014

Why Theresa May's Salzburg humiliation increases the chance of a no-deal Brexit

She admitted, for the first time, that talks were at an "impasse".

Entertainment

WATCH: Bumblebee’s first full trailer is here and it’s bursting with action

Hailee Steinfeld and John Cena star in this epic Transformers spin-off.

A cultural centre flowers in Alexandra after 20 years of efforts

It has taken 20 years of efforts, driven by an architect, a community researcher, a heritage expert and an academic, but the Alexandra Heritage Centre is finally open for business.

Tech

IPhone XS buyers undeterred by higher prices, few upgrades

The iPhone XS is as much as $200 more expensive than last year’s already pricey iPhone X. But that means little to the Apple faithful or those seeking to upgrade their older iPhone.

Green

Tiger population nearly doubles in Nepal

Nepal's wild tiger population has nearly doubled over the last nine years, officials said, in a victory for the impoverished country's drive to save the endangered big cats.

MyNews24

Cape Town pastor shares his story – 'My uncle sexually abused me since I was 9'

WARNING: This article contains themes of sexual abuse and may be triggering to some readers.

health24

Lactose intolerant? Here are a few alternatives to dairy

Are you lactose intolerant? Although you cannot consume dairy, you still need calcium. Here are some alternatives.

Wheels24

Porsche 911 + Mini Cooper? Take a look at how radically different the iconic Mini would look like if designed by other automakers

The legendary Mini brand remains an automotive icon but what would the classic Cooper look like if it were designed by different manufacturers?

W24

This shoe brand is selling R7597 taped-together sneakers - why it's a horrible idea

“There are people in the world wearing plastic bags as shoes because they can’t afford any.”

Travel

#BudgetTravel: Don't miss SA Travel Week to bag a shot left bargain or two

Special deals from Sho't Left between 24 and 30 September aims to make domestic travel more affordable for locals.

Parent24

Another set of identical twins with matching lives give birth to daughters just weeks apart!

Twin sisters, this time in Britain, have given birth to girls just weeks apart – after unintentionally getting pregnant at the same time!

Food24

Everyone's a winner: restaurants across SA for both vegetarians and meat lovers

We made a list of restaurants that offer great menus for the plant based eaters and the carnivores, so that everyone can enjoy a great night out.

Careers24

Should you ask for feedback after being rejected for a job?

You have gone to the interview and you are sure you aced it. But your optimism for the new role turns to disappointment when you receive the rejection letter. What now?

Property24

6 gorgeous SA homes for braai masters and those who love to entertain

Looking for a perfect property to share and enjoy life with family and friends? Take a peek at these homes with appealing indoor and outdoor spaces…

Gaming

78 Million Gamers Played Fortnite in August

As Season 6 draws ever closer, Epic announced that over 78 million gamers played Fortnite last month, making it the biggest month yet