From intimate solo drama to legendary political satire and enchanting family fantasy, South Africa’s latest stage offerings have something for everyone. Catch Jessica Haines in 'Once Upon a Teacup', the iconic revival of 'Woza Albert!', or a magical live rendition of 'Aladdin'.

Usuthu head coach Arthur Zwane believes the arrival of former Kaizer Chiefs defender Siyabonga Ngezana brings crucial AFCON and continental experience to their squad.

Actor Athie Cwele will make his final appearance on Generations: The Legacy next month after nearly two years on the SABC1 soapie. Cwele joined the show at the start of season 32 in 2025, playing the role of Kamogelo Moroka. Speaking when he joined the production, Cwele said he was grateful for the opportunity. “There are no words to express how it feels to be on a show as big as Generations. Above all, it’s a blessing to me, and I am grateful for the opportunity.” His final episode is scheduled to air on 6 August 2026. ‘Generations: The Legacy’ moves to new timeslot Cwele’s departure comes as Generations: The Legacy prepares for a new broadcast time. Earlier this month, the SABC announced that Generations: The Legacy and Uzalo would swap timeslots from 27 July. The long-running soapie moved from its longstanding 8pm slot to 8.30pm, while Uzalo now airs at 8pm. SABC1 channel head Ofentse Thinane said both programmes would remain part of the channel’s prime-time schedule. “Uzalo and Generations built these evenings together, and both remain exactly where they belong, at the heart of SABC 1 prime time. From 27 July, they simply trade places. “Viewers will continue to enjoy both programmes back-to-back. Generations: The Legacy is not stepping out of prime time. It is closing it.”

The South African Weather Service (Saws) has warned of damaging winds and waves between KwaDukuza and Kosi Bay, while Gauteng will be partly cloudy and cool, Limpopo fine and cool to warm, Free State cloudy with fog, KwaZulu-Natal cloudy and cold with scattered showers north. Meanwhile, the weather service has released its latest weather forecast for Thursday, 30 July 2026. Here’s what you need to know. Weather forecast for today & tomorrow: 29 – 30 July 2026. Cloudy & cold conditions are expected over the eastern parts of the RSA, with isolated to scattered rain & showers possible. Snow is possible along the Drakensberg mountains. #saws #weatheroutlook #southafricanweather pic.twitter.com/rhFmZY46Tt— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) July 29, 2026 Weather warnings: Thursday, 30 July 2026 Impact-based warnings Saws has issued a yellow level 2 warning for damaging winds and waves, leading to difficulty in navigation, localised disruption of small harbours and/or ports for a short period, and small vessels at risk of taking on water and capsizing in the locality between KwaDukuza and Kosi Bay. Provincial weather forecast Here’s what to expect in your province on Thursday, 30 July 2026: Gauteng: Residents of Gauteng can expect partly cloudy and cool weather. Mpumalanga: Mpumalanga residents can expect morning frost in places; otherwise, the conditions will be fine and cool, becoming cloudy along the escarpment and Lowveld with isolated rain and showers in the afternoon. Limpopo: The day will be fine and cool to warm. It will become partly cloudy over the central and eastern parts in the late afternoon. North West: Partly cloudy weather awaits North West residents in the south at first; otherwise, it will be fine and cool. Free State: Residents of the Free State can expect a cloudy day with morning fog patches over the central parts; otherwise, it will be partly cloudy and cold to cool with isolated showers and thundershowers over the eastern parts in the morning. Northern Cape: The day will be partly cloudy in the south-eastern parts; otherwise, it will be fine and cold to cool. Western Cape: Western Cape residents can expect fine- to partly cloudy and cool- to warm conditions, but cold in places over the north-eastern parts. Eastern Cape (western half): The day will be cloudy with morning fog and frost in places over the interior; otherwise, it will be partly cloudy and cold, but fine and cool in places. Eastern Cape (eastern half): The day will be partly cloudy in places, otherwise cloudy and cold to very cold with morning fog and frost, with isolated showers and rain along the coast and adjacent interior. KwaZulu-Natal: Residents of KwaZulu-Natal can expect cloudy and cold to cool weather with scattered showers and rain in the north; otherwise, it will be isolated except in the south-west.

A 47-year-old man appeared in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court earlier this week for a bail hearing in his attempted murder case after he was accused of intentionally infecting his girlfriend of eight months with HIV. The National Prosecuting Authority said relationship started in October 2025, lasting until June 2026, when the man’s girlfriend (38) found antiretroviral (ARV) medication in his belongings. Upon confrontation, the man, who hails from Boschkop in Pretoria, admitted ownership of the ARV medication, and that he was, indeed, HIV-positive, despite previously saying he was HIV-negative, according to eNCA. @thabo_baloyi_ A 47-year-old man is accused of intentionally infecting his girlfriend with H.I.V… #southafrica #tiktoksouthafrica #tiktoksouthafrica🇿🇦 #southafricatiktok🇿🇦 #southafricatiktok ♬ original sound – Thabo Baloyi “The accused allegedly informed her that he had intentionally infected her because he did not want her to be with another person. The complainant underwent an HIV test at a medical facility and was informed that she had tested positive for HIV,” said NPA, as reported by joburgect.com. “The following day, she reported the matter to the police. The accused was subsequently arrested on the same day at their place of residence,” NPA Regional Spokesperson for the Gauteng Division in Pretoria, Lumka Mahanjana stated. The court hearing has been postponed until 3 August for the collection of bail information, reports SmileFM. He is remanded in custody until his next court appearance.

Kaizer Chiefs will begin their quest for Betway Premiership glory on Saturday, 1 August when they take on newly promoted Kruger United in their opening match of the 2026/27 season at Mbombela Stadium. Kick-off is at 20:15. The highly anticipated clash marks the start of a new league campaign for both sides, with Amakhosi looking to lay down an early marker while Kruger United prepare for their historic debut in South Africa’s top flight. Kaizer Chiefs head into the encounter buoyed by a successful pre-season, which included victory over Zimbabwean side Scottland FC in the Toyota Cup at the Royal Bafokeng Sports Palace last weekend. Under head coach Fernando Da Cruz, Amakhosi will be aiming to build on that momentum and avoid any early-season slip-up against an opponent eager to make an immediate impression in the Premiership. Experienced campaigners Kruger United may be newcomers to the division, but they boast several experienced campaigners, including Rwandan international goalkeeper Fiacre Ntwari, who is on loan from Kaizer Chiefs and could come up against his parent club. The Mpumalanga-based outfit will also enjoy home support, although a large travelling contingent of Kaizer Chiefs supporters is expected to fill Mbombela Stadium after once again turning out in huge numbers during the Toyota Cup. Tickets for the Betway Premiership season opener between Phefeni Glamour Boys and The Village Boys are available through Computicket, as well as Shoprite and Checkers stores nationwide, at R100 each. Will Kaizer Chiefs get their season off to a winning start? Let us know by clicking on the comment banner below …

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