The City of Tshwane is investigating up to 160 cases of diarrhoea and stomach-related illnesses in Bronkhorstspruit, with water contamination among the possible causes yet to be confirmed.

Missing Durban woman Torell Abrahams has been found safe after an extensive overnight search by community members, days after she disappeared while travelling home from work in an e-hailing vehicle.

Get the Daily Lotto results as soon as they are drawn on The Citizen, so you can rest easy and check your tickets with confidence. Estimated Daily Lotto jackpot for Thursday, 15 October 2026: Daily Lotto: R500 000 Daily Lotto results for 15 October 2026: The winning Daily Lotto numbers will appear below after the draw. Usually, within 10 minutes of the draw. You might need to refresh the page to see the updated results. Daily Lotto: 00, 00, 00, 00, 00. For more details and to verify the Daily Lotto results, visit the National Lottery website. How to play Daily Lotto in SA? If you are buying a ticket in-store: Pick up a betslip in any lottery store. Choose five numbers between 1 and 36 or ask for a Quick Pick. Entries cost R3 each. You can play a max of R150, but you are allowed to play multiple boards. Select how many consecutive draws you wish to enter, up to a maximum of 10. Leave blank for a single draw. Take your betslip to the teller to pay for your ticket. Write your details on the back of your ticket in case you need to claim a prize. If you do not sign your ticket and you lose it, anyone can use it to claim the prize. If you are playing online: Set up a lottery account here and make a deposit to pay for tickets. Choose five numbers from 1 to 36 or select ‘Quick Pick’ to generate a random set. Repeat this on as many boards as you want to play. Decide whether to enter a single draw or multiple draws. Confirm and pay for your entry. What time is the Daily Lotto draw? The Daily Lotto draws take place shortly after 9pm every evening, and tickets can be bought until 8:30pm.

News today includes the Constitutional Court has ruled that the ANC will be allowed to appear on the ballot in the six municipalities where its candidate list submission was disputed. Meanwhile, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and police in KwaZulu-Natal rejected March and March Movement claims of imminent arrests on 15 October 2026. Furthermore, the police have confirmed that the lion, sighted roaming freely in the Vaal, has been found and arrangements are being finalised to safely relocate it to a secure environment. Weather tomorrow: 16 October, 2026 Persistently high temperatures and uncomfortable conditions are expected in several provinces on Friday, 16 October, as a heatwave envelops parts of the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga. Full weather forecast here. Stay up to date with The Citizen – More News, Your Way. ConCourt rules in favour of ANC’s ‘final button’ argument against IEC Picture: Michel Bega / The Citizen The Constitutional Court has ruled that the ANC will be allowed to appear on the ballot in the six municipalities where its candidate list submission was disputed. The party was successful in convincing the ConCourt justices that even though it did not click the final submission button, its lists loaded onto the IEC’s database should still be accepted. ANC legal counsel Advocate Daniel Berger had argued on Monday that the final button on the submissions portal was not a legally binding requirement for acceptance, as the data was loaded on the system prior to the stipulated deadline. CONTINUE READING: ConCourt rules in favour of ANC’s ‘final button’ argument against IEC R6m spent on toilets with no plumbing at ‘state-of-the-art’ sports facility (VIDEO) The R6-million bathroom at the Delareyville Sports Facility in Tswaing Municipality, North West, on 16 September 2026. The building had no roof, plumbing, doors or windows. Picture: Shaun Holland The DA in the North West is demanding answers after the Tswaing Local Municipality spent R6 million on bathrooms at a sports facility. Despite the millions spent, the bathrooms have no plumbing or roofing. The bathrooms are part of the Delareyville Sports Facility, which is currently under renovation. Last year, the municipality decided to add two netball courts and a grass court to the existing facility at a cost of R10 million. But a few months later, the council also decided it needed an additional R6 million to build a new ablution block. CONTINUE READING: R6m spent on toilets with no plumbing at ‘state-of-the-art’ sports facility (VIDEO) NPA and police deny arrest warrants were issued for March and March leaders March and March leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, during a march against immigrants camped outside the Home Affairs Refugee Reception Centre in Durban on 10 September 2026. Picture: Gallo Images/Darren Stewart The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and police in KwaZulu-Natal rejected March and March Movement claims of imminent arrests on 15 October 2026. The denials come approximately two weeks before the 4 November local government elections. The NPA said no arrest warrant had been issued for movement leader Jacinta MaNgobese Zuma or SA First Forum acting chief executive Xolani Zuma. The South African Police Service (Saps) dismissed the claims as rumours. CONTINUE READING: NPA and police deny arrest warrants were issued for March and March leaders ‘He aimed for the head’: ANCYL slams ‘trigger-happy’ suspect, alleges political motive in Katlehong shooting Fani Sibeko appears at Palm Ridge Court on 15 October 2026. Picture: Picture: Nigel Sibanda/The Citizen The alleged killing of four ANC Youth League (ANCYL) members in Katlehong has raised questions about a possible political motive, with the organisation’s Ekurhuleni leadership calling for close scrutiny of the incident. Fani John Sibeko made a brief appearance at the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, 15 October 2026. The case was postponed to next week Thursday, 22 October, for a formal bail application. CONTINUE READING: ‘He aimed for the head’: ANCYL slams ‘trigger-happy’ suspect, alleges political motive in Katlehong shooting Saps confirm lion roaming in Vaal areas has been found and will be safely relocated On Thursday, pictures of the lion’s alleged sighting roaming through a community were also posted on social media. Picture: X The police have confirmed that the lion sighted roaming freely in the Vaal has been found and arrangements are being finalised to safely relocate it to a secure environment. A lion was spotted in the early hours of Wednesday in the Redan area, located between Meyerton and Vereeniging, after a security guard allegedly encountered it. The security guard reportedly spotted the lion after he initially mistook it for a smaller animal, but after turning on his phone’s torch, he realised the animal was larger; he took a picture and then fled. CONTINUE READING: Saps confirm lion roaming in Vaal areas has been found and will be safely relocated Yesterday’s News recap READ HERE: Sibiya ‘will find me dead’ | Zuma drops appeals | Tyla unveils That Girl Music Scholarship

It’s time for today’s Daily Lotto draw! Could tonight be your lucky night? The Daily Lotto jackpot is once again up for grabs – and it stands at an estimated R500 000. Remember: The Daily Lotto jackpot prize money is guaranteed to be given away even if no one matches all five numbers. All it takes is a ticket to turn your dreams into reality because, as the saying goes, you’ve got to be in it to win it! The winning numbers will be updated below as soon as they’re drawn. THURSDAY’S DAILY LOTTO NUMBERS 00, 00, 00, 00, 00 Draw date: 15 October 2026 Did you miss a draw and wonder if you won? Click here to view every past Daily Lotto result since Sizekhaya took over as National Lottery operators on 1 June 2026. For more details and to verify the winning numbers, visit the National Lottery website. You must always confirm the official winning numbers on the National Lottery website.

Botswana is one of the Southern African countries with wildlife-rich national parks, waterways and vast wilderness areas, which travellers can explore within a single safari holiday. For visitors planning a seven-day trip, choosing destinations carefully is essential because some camps and reserves require long road transfers or light aircraft flights. Here are the top places to consider when planning a one-week Botswana safari. Botswana safari: Exploring the Okavango Delta The Okavango Delta is one of Botswana’s best-known tourist attractions, offering a combination of wetlands, lagoons and islands that support diverse wildlife. According to the Botswana Tourism Organisation, the destination offers big-game viewing alongside opportunities to explore its waterways. Visitors can enjoy guided game drives, birdwatching and traditional mokoro canoe excursions, depending on the location and water conditions. Travellers should consider spending two or three nights in the Delta to experience its different safari activities. What to see in Moremi Game Reserve Located in the eastern and central parts of the Okavango region, Moremi Game Reserve is another destination to consider. The reserve covers approximately 3 900 square kilometres and includes floodplains, lagoons, grasslands and forests. Its varied habitats support numerous animal species, including predators and herbivores, making it attractive to wildlife enthusiasts and photographers. Moremi can be combined with the Okavango Delta as part of a northern Botswana safari. Travellers should check accommodation locations and transfer arrangements before booking. Botswana safari: Wildlife encounters in Chobe National Park Chobe National Park is renowned for its elephants and wildlife along the Chobe River. The park offers game drives and river cruises, allowing visitors to observe animals from land and water. Kasane, a town in northeastern Botswana, serves as a convenient base for exploring the park. A seven-day itinerary combining the Okavango Delta, Moremi and Chobe is offered by safari operators, including Go2Africa. Travellers could allocate two nights to Chobe before departing from Kasane. Discovering Savuti Savuti, within Chobe National Park, offers another option for visitors interested in wildlife viewing. The region is known for its open landscapes and opportunities to spot predators and other animals during game drives. However, adding Savuti to a trip that already includes the Delta, Moremi and Chobe’s riverfront may require additional transfers. Travellers should consider whether the extra journey is worthwhile within a seven-day schedule. What makes the Makgadikgadi Pans special The Makgadikgadi Pans offer a different experience from Botswana’s wetlands and traditional safari destinations. The vast salt flats provide striking landscapes, while seasonal conditions influence wildlife activity and opportunities to see flamingos. Although the pans are worth considering, travellers with only seven days may find it more practical to save them for another visit. Planning a one-week Botswana safari For a first visit, prioritising the Okavango Delta, Moremi and Chobe provides a varied safari experience without attempting to cover too much ground. The final itinerary will depend on the budget, accommodation availability and transport arrangements. Travellers should confirm transfer times and seasonal activity options before booking.

Private wheeling projects have no regulated compensation if the grid operator curtails them because of oversupply.

South Africa will phase out support for semi-knocked-down vehicle assembly, trade minister Parks Tau has said.