Manchester City fended off Ipswich despite a late penalty scare, Liverpool came from behind against 10-man Brentford, and Pedro Neto inspired Chelsea to victory at Everton.

Jacob Zuma is fit, well and in a jolly mood, his party said on Saturday night, in the same breath as admitting that doctors had kept the 84-year-old in hospital for more than a week simply because he was exhausted.

The Film and Publications Board (FPB) has urged South Africans to strengthen their online security, warning that simple habits such as reusing passwords and clicking suspicious links could leave their personal information vulnerable to cyber threats. The call comes as South Africa joins the international community in observing Cybersecurity Awareness Month in October under the theme “Don’t Make It Easy for Them”. The campaign focuses on promoting digital safety and protecting personal data, with the FPB highlighting four practical steps the public can take to reduce their exposure to cyberattacks. “While that sounds like a technical topic for IT professionals, the truth is that staying safe online is now a basic life skill for all of us – just like looking both ways before crossing the street,” the board said. “You don’t need to be a computer genius to protect yourself. You just need to build a few good habits.” Why reusing passwords is a risk The FPB warned people against using the same password for multiple accounts, including email, banking and social media platforms. If hackers obtain one password, they may attempt to use it to access other accounts belonging to the same person. The board advised the public to create a unique password for every account and consider using a password manager app to store passwords securely. It compared password protection to personal hygiene, advising people to treat their passwords like toothbrushes rather than sharing them with others. The FPB also encouraged people to activate two-factor authentication (2FA), which adds another layer of security when logging into online accounts. The process may require users to enter a verification code sent to their phones after providing their passwords. “This means that even if a hacker steals your password, they will still need the verification code sent to your phone to access your account,” the board explained. It recommended enabling the feature on email and banking applications. Suspicious links could expose personal information The board also warned against clicking on suspicious links, as online scams become increasingly sophisticated. Fraudulent messages may claim that a parcel has been delayed or that an account has been locked, prompting recipients to click on a link or provide personal information. Although these messages may appear legitimate, the links could be designed to steal sensitive information. The FPB advised people to check the sender’s email address before responding to suspicious messages. “If the address looks suspicious, delete the message. When in doubt, visit the official website directly instead of clicking on the link,” it said. It encouraged users to verify messages independently rather than relying on links contained in unsolicited communications. Ignoring software updates can leave devices vulnerable The FPB further urged the public to install software updates promptly, warning that postponing them could leave phones and laptops exposed to cyber threats. Software updates frequently include security fixes designed to protect devices against cyberattacks. The board said people should install updates when prompted instead of repeatedly delaying them. It emphasised that online security does not require advanced technical knowledge, but rather consistent precautions when using digital platforms. “Cybersecurity is not about being paranoid but about being prepared,” the FPB said. The board encouraged individuals to adopt the recommended habits to protect their personal information and contribute to a safer online environment for others.

March and March leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma has accused South Africa’s government of having similarities to the apartheid regime. In a social media post on Friday, Ngobese-Zuma claimed the government is using the legal system against people it considers a threat. Reports of Ngobese-Zuma’s imminent arrest It comes after reports that Ngobese-Zuma and her husband face arrest. The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and police in KwaZulu-Natal, however, this week said no arrest warrant had been issued for either of them. She has become a prominent figure in South Africa since her organisation led calls for tighter immigration controls. Apartheid comparisons “I was born during apartheid but I did not experience it long enough to fully grasp the cruelty of it, but today, on this 16th day of October 2026, I, Jacinta Zinhle Zuma, understand fully now why apartheid had to be law, it had to be legislated so that anyone who dares fight the state or the system is seen as breaking the law and the very people who are custodians of the law use it against people they deem a threat…” she said. Ngobese-Zuma referenced unfulfilled promises that were made by the government after apartheid and the way some South Africans are treated when they speak out. “The government of South Africa is against people raising their dissatisfaction at them bringing in even more people to burden them further in their communities and their country, compromising their safety and making their socio-economic issues even worse… the same people that fought a government under the disguise of ‘freeing’ them is now a replica of the former system…” She also accused the government of hypocrisy in the way it deals with illegal immigration. “They claim to not have the means and resources to solve the problem which the people are complaining about, which is illegal immigration and foreigners committing crimes in the country, but when they want to silence the citizens, terrorise them and instil fear in them, stop them from protesting, they will use any means necessary and hide behind ‘law enforcement’,” she said. Protests after ConCourt ruling Ngobese-Zuma’s rant comes after tensions were heightened following a Constitutional Court ruling that declared some sections of the Refugees Act of 1998 invalid. The ConCourt ruled that immigration status should not be a consideration when Home Affairs processes an asylum application. It led to anti-illegal immigration demonstrations in Durban, Soweto and the Johannesburg CBD. Police arrested several March and March supporters during the protests.

The call for a larger SASSA grant has reopened an old wound in South Africa: the feeling among working people that they already carry too much of the country’s financial burden. On The South African’s Facebook page, many commenters supported older persons in principle but questioned how the country could pay for a major increase. The cost question about the grants demand Simm Vuzi put it plainly. “No offence but who’s footing that bill, we’re already paying high taxes as it is,” he wrote. Franza von Horsten asked the same question in fewer words: “Where will all the money come from?” Their concern is not about pensioners themselves. It is about the pressure on salaries, fuel, food and electricity that working households already face. Any sharp increase to the older person’s grant, currently R2 400 per month would require billions more in government spending. Doubt over delivery Others doubted the idea would ever move beyond social media. Steve Benton wrote: “Carry on dreaming.” Fred Denysen added: “Wish upon a star.” These comments reveal deep distrust in government’s ability to manage public money, even among those who sympathise with pensioners. A different solution Jacques Burger offered an alternative that shifts the focus from grants to tax. “If you retire after paying tax your whole working life you should be exempted from any further taxes,” he wrote. His idea would help retirees living on private pensions and savings, who still pay tax on that income after decades of contributions. The debate shows a country caught in the middle. South Africans want older persons to live with dignity, but many fear the bill will land, once again, on those still working. 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.

Busa Sokhela, the ten-year-old son of esteemed South African DJ and music producer DJ Sox and his wife, Gloria Sokhela, has been laid to rest following a battle with pneumonia. The young boy was on life support for two months before his passing. Despite the devastating loss, DJ Sox remains proud of his son’s courage throughout his illness. DJ SOX MOURNS THE PASSING OF HIS SON BUSA SOKHELA DJ Sox penned a lengthy and deeply personal caption on Instagram in which he opened up about the pain of losing his beloved son. He also placed his faith in God and prayed that his son would rest peacefully among the angels. “No parent can ever be ready for the pain of losing a child so young. I miss you more than words can explain, and it hurts knowing I won’t get to hold you again,” he wrote. “Even through this heartbreak, I trust God and His will, though I may not understand it. I believe you are resting safely in His loving arms and that you will be one of His beautiful angels,” he added. The Uyozisholo Wena hitmaker also thanked their friends for the outpouring of love and support, including the doctors and nurses who cared for Busa and pulled out all the stops to save his life. “To all our friends who supported my wife and me through this difficult time, thank you. Your love, prayers and kindness have helped carry us through, and we are deeply grateful,” he wrote. “To all the doctors who did their best to save Busa’s life, and the nurses who cared for him throughout these two months, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We deeply appreciate your dedication, compassion, and every effort you made to save our boy,” he added. BUSA SOKHELA’S AUNT PENS TOUCHING TRIBUTE Siphelele Sokhela, Busa’s aunt found the strength to share moments from his funeral. In a lengthy Instagram post, she also shared how she is leaning on her faith in God as the family navigates life without Busa. “Busa, you were only here for a little while, but you gave us a lifetime of love. Our family will never be the same without you,” she wrote. “I pray that God carries us through the days when the grief feels unbearable and that, somehow, we learn to live with this emptiness,” she added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by SPHEMusic (@sphe_music) CELEBRITIES ATTEND BUSA SOKHELA’S FUNERAL DJ Cndo, Zakes Bantwini, Lindelani Mkhize, and Tbo Touch were among the notable industry peers who attended Busa’s funeral service on 15 October 2026. After the service, DJ Cndo shared the following message on Instagram: “We laid to rest our precious little nephew, Busa. To @djsoxsa and @mrsgee_sokhela, may God give you strength, comfort, and peace during this incredibly difficult time.”

The Reserve Bank wants all of South Africa's ATMs white-labelled, with free transactions below a threshold, starting with a pilot in January.

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