The Citizen 4h
Brazil warns SA to boost defence to avoid invasions: Lula explicitly urged deeper defence cooperation, warning that both countries risked vulnerability to ...
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/brazils-lula-warns-ramaphosa-boost-defence-avoid-invasion-risk/
Key FactsBrazil and South Africa Forge Stronger Defense Ties
3 hours ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: citizen.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: citizen.co.za
- Brazilian President Lula called for enhanced defense collaboration with South Africa during a meeting in Brasília on March 9, 2026.
- He cautioned that without stronger military capabilities, both nations remained vulnerable to foreign invasions.
- Defense ministers from both countries are scheduled to negotiate a cooperation agreement soon.
- Ramaphosa acknowledged Brazil’s advanced defense sector and stressed the importance of shared industrial growth.
I don’t know if comrade Ramaphosa realises that if we don’t prepare ourselves in terms of defence, one day someone will invade us.— Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Brazilian President, at a joint press appearance at the Planalto Palace in Brasília on 9 March 2026.
The Citizen 3h
SPONSORED: The budget speech is live. The speech outlines the Gauteng government’s financial plan to fund priority programmes and support residents across the ... Show more
The Citizen 7h
Body of one miner retrieved at Ekapa mine as search for others continue: The body of one of the five miners who were trapped following the devastating ...
citizen.co.za/news/body-miner-retrieved-ekapa-mine-search-others-continue/
The Citizen 21h
Two suspects killed in shootout with police in Inanda, KZN: One of the suspects is believed to have been wanted for ten murder cases, including a recent incident ...
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/crime/two-suspects-killed-shootout-police-inanda-kzn/
The Citizen 7h
WARNING: Another baby formula pulled from shelves, this is what you need to know: Parents in South Africa have been warned of another baby formula product that ...
citizen.co.za/news/baby-formula-pulled-from-shelves-what-you-need-to-know/
The Citizen 16h
Bathu teams up with Boity Thulo on a new sneaker range: Boity Thulo has been announced as the official ambassador for South African sneaker brand Bathu’s latest ...
citizen.co.za/lifestyle/entertainment/celebrity-news/bathu-teams-up-with-boity-thulo-on-a-new-sneaker-range/
The Citizen 17h
📰 In The Citizen newspaper 🗞️ tomorrow: Bowling: A dying skill in #T20 ?
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The Citizen 15h
📰 In The Citizen newspaper 🗞️ tomorrow: Road body fails to can CEO
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The Citizen 20h
R8.9m paid out for one rape claim: DCS spends over R50m on legal fees per year, R24m still owed
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/correctional-services-r50-million-legal-fees-per-year-24-million-owed/
The Citizen 16h
Mpumalanga man arrested for alleged rape and murder of 7-year-old: The victim's clothes were found near a field before police located the suspect
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/crime/mpumalanga-man-arrested-rape-murder-7/
The Citizen Mar 09
The Citizen 21h
Nearly 12 000 suspects arrested in one month during KZN’s Operation Shanela: The suspects were handcuffed during Operation Shanela and routine daily police ...
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/crime/kzn-police-arrest-nearly-12-000-suspects-various-crimes/
The Citizen Mar 09
Five killed, 60 foreign nationals injured in Eastern Cape head-on crash: The main cause of the crash will be subjected to further investigation by various law ...
citizen.co.za/news/five-killed-60-foreign-nationals-injured-eastern-cape-head-on-crash/
The Citizen 15h
Gauteng load reduction: These areas will be in the dark this week: Eskom follows a seven-day rotational schedule, with outages affecting different areas each day ...
citizen.co.za/news/gauteng-load-reduction-these-areas-will-be-in-the-dark-this-week/
The Citizen 17h
Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results: Monday, 9 March 2026: A total of R450 000 in jackpots is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto and ...
citizen.co.za/lotto/daily-lotto-and-daily-lotto-plus-results-monday-9-march-2026/
The Citizen 18h
📰 In The Citizen newspaper 🗞️ tomorrow: #Chiefs fans protest
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The Citizen Mar 09
GBV board recommended, but when will Ramaphosa give it the green light?: 10 candidates have been recommended by the women, youth and persons with disabilities ...
citizen.co.za/news/gbv-board-recommended-but-when-will-ramaphosa-give-it-the-green-light/
Key FactsRamaphosa’s Approval Pending for GBV Board Appointment
1 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: citizen.co.za
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: citizen.co.za
- The portfolio committee recommended ten candidates for the National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide board after extensive vetting.
- The selection process complied with the 2024 NCGBVF Act, ensuring representation from civil society and the private sector.
- Candidates come from diverse backgrounds reflecting the country's demographics and have shown commitment to addressing GBV and femicide.
- The board’s formation depends on President Ramaphosa’s confirmation following parliamentary discussion of the nominations.
The final decision follows a thorough and rigorous selection process, which is aligned with the provisions of the NCGBVF Act (No. 9 of 2024).— Committee chair Liezl van der Merwe said the final decision follows a thorough and rigorous selection process, which is aligned with the provisions of the NCGBVF Act (No. 9 of 2024).
The Citizen Mar 08
No bail for ‘Bubbles’: Court rules Cape Town gang leader’s release could lead to more violence
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/courts/gang-leader-moegamat-bubbles-brown-denied-bail/
The Citizen 20h
Weather alert: Heatwave in the three Capes: Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 10 March 2026.
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/weather/weather-forecast-10-march-2026/
The Citizen Mar 09
SPONSORED : A Midrand resident is the proud new owner of a brand-new Kia Sonet after Jacaranda FM’s exciting “Kia Or The Cash” campaign with Kia South Africa ... Show more
The Citizen Mar 07
‘Where’s the army?’ – Cachalia confronted over SANDF deployment after Westbury shooting
citizen.co.za/news/cachalia-sandf-deployment-westbury-shooting/
The Citizen Mar 08
Four people shot dead at informal settlement in Western Cape: Police spokesperson Brigadier Novela Potelwa they have police have opened murder and attempted ...
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/crime/four-people-shot-dead-informal-settlement-western-cape/
The Citizen Mar 08
OpinionHere’s why you shouldn’t care that Showmax is gone: The way people are panicking about Showmax, one would think that all the best content is going to be deleted
citizen.co.za/news/opinion/heres-why-you-shouldnt-care-that-showmax-is-gone/
The Citizen Mar 07
ActionSA to challenge ANC MP’s election as Presidency committee chairperson: ActionSA is seeking to have the election of the parliamentary oversight committee on ...
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/politics/actionsa-parliament-presidency-committee-chair-election/
The Citizen Mar 06
Key FactsUS Oil Boom Softens Impact of Iran Conflict
5 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- The United States produces more oil than any country ever, helping to cushion recent price shocks.
- The conflict with Iran has pushed US gasoline prices up by 20 cents per gallon within days.
- Oil prices are set by the global market since the US exports about one-third of its production and imports a similar share.
- The blockage of the key Strait of Hormuz is disrupting supplies and may cause further price increases.
If you can't put oil in storage, what are you going to do with it?— Andy Lipow, president of Lipow Oil Associates, speaking to CNN about oil storage and market conditions amid the Iran conflict
The Citizen Mar 08
Black couple demand DNA test to show if Indian mom received their embryo : The dispute began when a receptionist alerted the couple that one of their embryos may ...
citizen.co.za/news/black-couple-demand-dna-test-show-if-indian-mom-received-their-embryo/
The Citizen Mar 08
Saps stands with Interpol to honour fallen police officers: Flags were flying at half-mast on Saturday, while police vehicles have switched on their blue lights ...
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/saps-stands-interpol-honor-fallen-police-officers/
The Citizen Mar 07
Zille slams ANC over Joburg collapse, unveils five priority rescue plan [VIDEO]: Johannesburg, South Africa’s economic powerhouse and self-styled “World-class ...
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/politics/zille-slams-anc-joburg-collapse-unveils-five-priority-rescue-plan/
The Citizen Mar 08
In case you missed it: Zille guns for Joburg | Motsepe snubs politics | Cachalia in Westbury
citizen.co.za/news/in-case-you-missed-it-7-march-2026/
The Citizen Mar 07
Giyani water project still incomplete after 16 years and R4.5bn: The water department said the second phase of the Giyani water project will take several years ...
citizen.co.za/news/giyani-water-project-still-incomplete-after-16-years-and-r4-5bn/
The Citizen Mar 08
‘Tragedy on top of a tragedy’: Northern Cape government steps in amid Ekapa mine liquidation
citizen.co.za/news/northern-cape-government-ekapa-mine-liquidation/
The Citizen Mar 07
Woman in court for 19 097 charges over R500m illicit financial scheme: The woman through her travel company made bookings on behalf of travellers by utilising ...
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/courts/woman-court-19-097-charges-over-r500m-illicit-financial-scheme/
The Citizen Mar 07
Several shops affected and destroyed after fire guts China Mall in Durban: A fire has destroyed about fourteen shops, and twelve were completely destroyed at a ...
citizen.co.za/news/several-shops-affected-destroyed-fire-guts-china-mall-durban/
The Citizen Mar 07
SA needs 28 million vaccines at no cost to famer to stop FMD, Steenhuisen says: Steenhuisen added that 80% of vaccination is the "critical point for the ...
citizen.co.za/news/sa-28-million-vaccines-no-cost-famer-stop-fmd-steenhuisen/
The Citizen Mar 06
Flag at half-mast as Ramaphosa honours Lekota with special official category 2 funeral
citizen.co.za/news/flag-at-half-mast-as-ramaphosa-honours-lekota-with-special-official-category-2-funeral/
The Citizen Mar 07
You’ve been warned: Severe thunderstorms to slam Gauteng: Flood warnings as Joburg EMS on high alert
citizen.co.za/news/severe-thunderstorms-slam-gauteng-flood-warnings-joburg-ems-high-alert/
The Citizen Mar 07
Russell leads Mercedes 1-2 for Australian GP as Verstappen crashes: George Russell claimed pole position for the opening race of the new Formula One season ...
citizen.co.za/sport/russell-leads-mercedes-1-2-australian-gp/
The Citizen Mar 07
‘False and ‘unfounded’, Motsepe denies ANC presidential ambitions: A “PM27” website was launched, urging South Africans to support Motsepe and CAF football ...
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/politics/false-unfounded-motsepe-denies-anc-presidential-ambitions/
The Citizen Mar 06
Honor earns global recognition at MWC 2026 for Robot Phone innovation and Magic V6 foldable leadership
citizen.co.za/lifestyle/technology/honor-earns-global-recognition-at-mwc-2026-for-robot-phone-innovation-and-magic-v6-foldable-leadership/
The Citizen Mar 06
Off-duty Limpopo Saps marathon team save mother and baby in EC: The Saps Limpopo marathon team turned race-day endurance into life-saving action ...
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/crime/off-duty-limpopo-saps-marathon-team-save-mother-and-baby-in-ec/
The Citizen Mar 06
Leera Mthethwa recounts attempted robbery at gunpoint [VIDEO]: Former Gomora actress Leera Mthethwa says she was almost robbed at gunpoint while out jogging in ...
citizen.co.za/lifestyle/entertainment/celebrity-news/leera-mthethwa-recounts-attempted-robbery-at-gunpoint-video/
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The Citizen Mar 06
Army to blow up dams in the Kruger National Park – Here’s why: The Kruger Park's Kanniedood and Sirheni dams will be demolished with explosives next week
citizen.co.za/news/army-to-blow-up-dams-in-the-kruger-national-park-heres-why/
The Citizen Mar 07
OpinionOPINION: T20 is a thrilling format, but it’s just not cricket: The Proteas' loss to New Zealand at the T20 World Cup didn't expose the national squad ...
citizen.co.za/sport/cricket/opinion-t20-is-a-thrilling-format-but-its-just-not-cricket/
The Citizen Mar 06
#MultiChoice confirms it will retire #Showmax after reviewing financial performance amid stiff competition from global streaming platforms. #TheCitizenLifestyle .
Read more⬇️Showmax set to go off the air
The Citizen Mar 07
Launch of African Digital Transformation Centre ‘catalyst for Africa’s digital future’
citizen.co.za/lifestyle/technology/launch-african-digital-transformation-centre-catalyst-africas-digital-future/
The Citizen Mar 05
ANC and Cosatu slam Lesufi’s shower billboard, Zille says premier out of touch: 'The people of Gauteng need practical interventions, infrastructure ...
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/politics/anc-and-cosatu-slam-lesufis-shower-billboard-zille-says-premier-out-of-touch/
The Citizen Mar 07
Eskom warns of possible electricity supply interruption to Govan Mbeki Municipality over R6.5bn debt
citizen.co.za/business/eskom-warns-of-possible-electricity-supply-interruption-to-govan-mbeki-municipality-over-r6-5bn-debt/
The Citizen Mar 06
Arrest warrant for co-accused as corruption case against Judge Phahlane, IPHC leader postponed
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/courts/judge-phahlane-iphc-leader-corruption-case-postponed/
The Citizen Mar 06
Mayor urged to act after Westbury shooting leaves two dead, baby injured: Johannesburg mayor pressed to tackle gang violence after Westbury shooting leaves two ...
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/crime/mayor-urged-to-act-after-westbury-shooting-leaves-two-dead-baby-injured/
The Citizen Mar 06
EFF and DA elated by High Court VAT judgment: The EFF and the DA have described a decision by the Western Cape High Court on VAT as just.
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/politics/eff-and-da-elated-by-high-court-vat-judgment/
The Citizen Mar 06
Former law firm employee jailed for seven years over R13m fraud: The accounts secretary created fake beneficiaries and manipulated banking records to conceal ...
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/courts/law-firm-employee-jailed-7-years-r13m-fraud/
The Citizen Mar 06
Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results: Friday, 6 March 2026: A total of R850 000 in jackpots is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto and ...
citizen.co.za/lotto/daily-lotto-and-daily-lotto-plus-results-friday-6-march-2026/
The Citizen Mar 06
Kidnapping on the rise in Gauteng: Here’s how to keep yourself safe: The amount of reported kidnappings has grown by more than 2 100 in the last five years.
citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/crime/kidnapping-on-the-rise-in-gauteng-heres-how-to-keep-yourself-safe/
The Citizen Mar 06
The department of health's acting deputy director-general, Dr #MalixoleMahlathi , has stepped aside from his role as chairperson of the Strategic Dialogue Group ... Show more
The Citizen Mar 06
