Three young men aged 17, 20 and 22 were found shot dead in bushes in Peace Village, KwaNobuhle, on Monday morning, prompting police to launch a triple murder investigation as suspects remain on the run.

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With the tax filing deadline fast approaching, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are being urged to get their tax affairs in order, as leaving submissions until the last minute continues to create unnecessary pressure for many businesses. Non-provisional taxpayers have until 23 October 2026 to file returns, while provisional taxpayers have until 22 January 2027. While tax compliance is a critical function of running a business, many SMEs still treat it as a reactive exercise, scrambling to meet deadlines instead of maintaining year-round compliance, a habit that can lead to costly mistakes, penalties and avoidable stress. For SMEs navigating complex obligations and an uncertain economic environment, building sound financial habits throughout the year can make tax time more manageable and turn compliance into a source of stronger business insight. Making tax preparation a regular exercise The opportunity, says Xero, is for small business owners to move tax preparation from a once-a-year compliance exercise to a regular financial management discipline. Setting tax funds aside each month, including VAT and payroll-related taxes, is another important safeguard. “Tax penalties and interest can be punitive on a business’s cash flow,” says Colin Timmis, regional director for EMEA at Xero. “Separating tax money from working capital can help businesses avoid an unexpected liability becoming a wider cash-flow problem.” He highlights that technology can also support better habits ahead of the filing season. “Real-time financial data gives owners a clearer picture of what is coming in and going out of the business,” he says. Tax compliance Hendrik Wessels, partner at accounting firm Risen Advisory, says being compliant is not only about meeting the requirements of the South African Revenue Service (Sars). “A business that is tax-ready throughout the year has better records, reporting and visibility over cash flow. That enables owners to identify issues earlier, plan with confidence and make better decisions.” 4 tips for SMEs By treating tax preparation as a continuous business discipline rather than an annual deadline, small businesses can reduce stress, protect cash flow and create more time to focus on growth. Understand the basics: Know which taxes apply to your business, key compliance and payment dates, and any relevant allowances or incentives you qualify for. Set tax funds aside monthly: Keep the funds in a separate account from working capital so an unexpected bill doesn’t disrupt cash flow. Keep records organised to reduce the admin burden: Capture and store financial records as you go, using smart tools that read the data and organise it for you in your accounting software. Digital records make it faster to retrieve historical information for Sars or service providers. Review financials regularly: Monitor profit and loss, reconcile balance-sheet items such as loans, credit cards and debtors, and check cash flow and forecasts frequently.

The UK’s Prince George, second in line to the throne, turned 13 on Wednesday as he readied to follow in his father Prince William’s footsteps and start at the prestigious Eton College. Kensington Palace shared a picture of the prince. Meanwhile, his grandfather King Charles III and his wife Queen Camilla wished him “happy birthday”. As the eldest child of the heir to the British throne, Prince William, and Princess Catherine, George is set to succeed his father as king one day. But first, he will face another daunting challenge: the terrible teens and starting at Eton boarding school in September. The UK’s Prince George, second in line to the throne, turned 13 on 22 July 2026, as he readied to follow in his father Prince William’s footsteps and start at the prestigious Eton College. Picture: Kirill KUDRYAVTSEV / AFP According to royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams, the young prince was being “inducted into things very gradually”. As he grows older, he will increase his public appearances. The prince was born on 22 July 2013, at St Mary’s Hospital in London to a global media frenzy and public celebrations. His full name is George Alexander Louis. He was quickly whisked away on his first royal tour in April 2014, when his parents visited New Zealand and Australia. During the tour, the eight-month-old was seen excitedly interacting with the wildlife. William, Kate and George initially lived in a rented farmhouse in rural Anglesey off the coast of northwest Wales. Shielded from cameras from an early age, the prince’s rare public appearances as a toddler were exhaustively reported in the British media. The British media called him “Gorgeous George”. Since then, his birthday celebrations have been kept private as well, with the family occasionally sharing official photographs. “William and Catherine have done extremely well in trying to bring him up in a simple way, sort of, as normally as possible,” Fitzwilliams told AFP. In 2017, the family moved to an apartment in London’s Kensington Palace. Additionally, George had his first day of school at a private school in south London. They later moved to their long-term home on the Windsor estate, southwest of London. Since 2022, George has attended the private Lambrook school alongside his siblings, Charlotte, 11, and Louis, the youngest at eight. Football and helicopters He has already been part of high-profile events, appearing alongside his family on the balcony of Buckingham Palace for the Trooping of the Colour ceremony. Additionally, he helped carry the train of his grandfather’s robes during Charles’s coronation in 2023. Unlike Louis, who has been pictured comically pulling faces at events, George has appeared to be more serious and composed in public engagements. “He was a bit shy in early years”, said Fitzwilliams, pointing out he has been seen being “helpful to Charlotte and Louis on occasions”. “If you look at him in the formal occasions, I think you can see him assuming a role reasonably easily,” said the royal pundit. Beyond the royal title, William has also passed onto George his love for football and his team Aston Villa. The prince often accompanies William to Villa games, and his mother to the Wimbledon tennis tournament. He is also said to have an interest in helicopters and could follow in the steps of William, who has worked as an air ambulance pilot. In September, George will begin boarding at Eton, but his family will be close by in Windsor. “This is where he’ll be, as it were, inducted into statecraft, history,” said Fitzwilliams. Like his father and uncle Harry, George will have security at the famous secondary school. The school charges more than £63 000 ($85 000) in annual fees. “Now he’s a teenager, Eton beckons,” said Fitzwilliams. “Eton is the big step towards maturity.”

Kaizer Chiefs have completed their fifth signing of the transfer window after officially announcing the arrival of winger Langelihle Phili from Stellenbosch FC. After weeks of speculation linking the 23-year-old with a move to Naturena, Amakhosi confirmed the deal on Monday afternoon through their official social media channels. “Kaizer Chiefs is delighted to announce the signing of exciting and highly sought-after young winger Langelihle Phili from Stellenbosch FC,” the club posted. “We warmly welcome Langelihle to the Gold & Black family and look forward to a positive and successful career with Amakhosi.” Phili becomes the latest addition to a busy transfer window for the Soweto giants as head coach Fernando Da Cruz continues to reshape his squad ahead of the new campaign. Kaizer Chiefs announce Phili Chiefs began their recruitment drive by signing experienced centre-back Thabo Moloisane on a free transfer following the expiry of his contract with Stellenbosch FC. The defender is expected to add leadership, composure and stability to the backline. The club then strengthened its goalkeeping department with the signing of Renaldo Leaner before announcing the arrival of midfielder Adolf Mtasingwa Bitegeko. Khanyisa Mayo, who spent last season on loan from CR Belouizdad, also completed a permanent move to Naturena after impressing during his loan spell. The arrival of Phili takes Kaizer Chiefs’ tally to five new signings as they look to build on a positive start to the season. Here are the new signings; Moloisane, Leaner, Mayo, Bitegeko and Phili Amakhosi kicked off their 2026/27 Betway Premiership campaign with an impressive 3-1 victory over Kruger United at Mbombela Stadium and will now turn their attention to this weekend’s MTN8 quarter-final against Golden Arrows. Which signing impressed you?

Bread is one of the few staples every household budget for, and this week’s specials show just how much the price can swing depending on where you shop. For SASSA pensioners and other grant recipients trying to make a payment stretch, the gap between the cheapest and priciest loaf on shelves right now is worth knowing before you head to the till. This week’s bread specials, ranked Boxer – Brown Bread (Unsliced), R10.99. The cheapest loaf was found across all five retailers this week. Valid 23 July to 10 August 2026. Gauteng stores only. Pick n Pay – Blue Ribbon Classic Sliced Brown Bread 700g, R14.49. Valid 24 July to 6 August 2026 (Hypermarket catalogue). Shoprite – Sasko Premium Slices Brown Bread 700g, R14.99. Valid 23 July to 10 August 2026. Checkers – Albany Superior/Thick Slice White Bread, R16.99. Valid 20 July to 10 August 2026. Shoprite – Sunbake Everyday/Farmstyle White Bread 700g, R16.99. Same catalogue window as above. Pick n Pay – Sasko Premium Slices White Bread 700g, R17.49. Same Hypermarket catalogue window as above. Boxer’s catalogue also lists a White Bread (Unsliced) two for R24.00, a Raisin Bread (Unsliced) two for R28.00, a Mbakho White Bread 350g bundled with Mama’s Polony 250g for R18.00, and an Albany Superior Sliced Brown Bread multipack three for R42.00, useful if you’re feeding a bigger household and want to compare cost per loaf rather than just the cheapest single option. What pensioners should know before shopping Boxer’s R10.99 loaf is unsliced, which may matter if convenience is a priority. The next-cheapest options at Pick n Pay and Shoprite are just under R15 for a standard sliced 700g loaf, a difference of nearly R6 compared to the priciest 700g options at Checkers and Pick n Pay. As always, specials can vary by province and store format, so it’s worth confirming the price on the price board or on each retailer’s app before travelling to a specific branch. Win R2 000 in the South African SASSA grant survey If you receive a SASSA grant and want to share your story, we want to hear from you. Take part in our survey and stand a chance to win R2 000. Your responses help us tell the stories that matter.

The SABC's streaming platform has passed three million registered users, though hasn't said how many are active viewers.

The Post Office has received an unqualified audit opinion for the first time in six years but it's survival remains in doubt.