President Cyril Ramaphosa says the Government of National Unity remains intact despite tensions with the DA over the reinstatement of 181 ANC candidates for the 4 November local government elections.

Failing to register a shot on target for the first 70 minutes, Arsenal ultimately found a way past Nottingham Forest as Noni Madueke’s late intervention maintained their winning momentum.

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 Sunday, 18 October 2026: Daily Lotto: R400 000 Daily Lotto results for 18 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

Mamelodi Sundowns were held to a goalless draw by Wiliete SC in the first leg of their second preliminary round tie in the CAF Champions League at the Estádio Nacional da Tundavala. Miguel Cardoso will be disappointed that his side failed to secure an away goal after a disjointed performance in Angola. The two teams will meet again at Loftus Versfeld next Friday for the return leg, with a place in the group stage at stake. Brayan León came agonisingly close to opening the scoring just five minutes into the match after beating the offside trap to latch on to a ball over the Wiliete defence from Nuno Santos. The Colombian striker rounded the goalkeeper, only for his effort to be cleared off the line. That early opportunity proved to be the standout moment of a largely uneventful first half, with neither side creating any clear-cut chances thereafter. Playing on what appeared to be an uneven surface in Lubango, Sundowns struggled to impose themselves on the game. Kick-off was delayed by 30 minutes, with Sundowns confirming on their X account that the delay was due to adverse weather conditions and the risk of lightning. Ricardo Goss was handed a rare start in goal in the absence of regular captain and goalkeeper Ronwen Williams. Aubrey Modiba also missed a second consecutive match through injury, with Fawaaz Basadien continuing at left-back. Long-term absentees Keanu Cupido and Khuliso Mudau remain sidelined, while Grant Kekana is yet to feature since the conclusion of the FIFA international break. Sundowns suffered another setback when influential midfielder Teboho Mokoena was stretchered off in the 40th minute. Bathusi Aubaas replaced him as Sundowns endured a frustrating opening 45 minutes. Tashreeq Matthews tested Wiliete goalkeeper Elber Delgado in the 66th minute, shooting straight at him after a promising move down the left. Mabululu forced a good save from Goss a minute later as the hosts looked to capitalise on the counter-attack. Former Orlando Pirates winger Gilberto, who now plays for Wiliete, blazed over the bar as the hosts threatened again on the break. Despite introducing Iqraam Rayners, Siyanda Ndlovu, Thabo Cele and Divine Lunga in the second half, the defending champions could not find a breakthrough, leaving the tie finely poised ahead of the return leg in Tshwane.

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 R400 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. SUNDAY’S DAILY LOTTO NUMBERS 00, 00, 00, 00, 00 Draw date: 18 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.

Charlize Theron and her two daughters turned heads at the Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles on Saturday, 17  October. The South-African born actress adopted Jackson (who now identifies as a girl) and August in 2012 and 2015, respectively. CHARLIZE THERON AND TWO DAUGHTERS TURN HEADS AT EVENT On Saturday, Charlize made an appearance at the Sixth Annual Academy Museum Gala in LA, where she received the Icon Award in celebration of her cinematic career. While the blonde Benoni-born star walked the red carpet alone, she shared a sweet moment with her daughters, Jackson, 14,  and August, 12. Charlize and her model-like kids shared a warm embrace in a video captured by People magazine. Both girls had their hair styled in long braids and wore black minidresses and strappy heels. While they aren’t biologically related, it’s clear the girls inherited their style and grace from their South African mom. View this post on Instagram A post shared by People Magazine (@people) WHY SHE CHOSE TO ADOPT Over the years, Charlize Theron has spoken openly and honestly about her unconventional path to parenthood. In an interview with Elle Magazine in 2018, the South African-born star revealed that she was intrigued with adoption from a young age.  She shared: “South Africa, orphanages were everywhere, and I wanted a brother or sister. I was always aware that there are so many children in this world who don’t have families. Adoption is a very personal thing – I know people whom I love dearly who don’t feel that they could raise another child as their own. I respect that.  “But for me -and I can’t be the only person out there- I never saw a difference in raising an adopted child versus my own biological child. I don’t feel like I’m missing out on something.  “This was always my first choice, even when I was in a relationship. I was very honest with my partners that I was open to having my own biological kids but that adoption had to be a part of my life. I felt that strongly about it”.

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

Apple's first foldable iPhone carries a steeper local premium than its new HomeView, HomePod mini 2 and Apple TV 4K.