The Star Early Edition - July 17, 2026

COURT CONSIDERS RAMAPHOSA’S CASE

Joburg mayor presses ahead with Marble Towers cleanup despite legal setbacks

Compassion shines through as JMPD officers save abandoned newborn

‘CLEAN’ AUDIT? TIME TO DEMYSTIFY SOUTH AFRICA’S AUDIT TERMINOLOGY

Gift of the Givers mourns the loss of Allauddin Sayed, a pioneer of its Johannesburg legacy

IDAC probes Khumalo dockets despite SAPS calling evidence scanty

Gauteng High Court judge faces disciplinary action over ruling delay

Charges withdrawn against businessman in R14.9 million precious stones theft case

Veteran ‘Generations’ actor Seputla Sebogodi has died

Raging veld fires plunge Midrand and parts of Johannesburg into darkness

Oskido’s heartfelt tribute to Black Coffee after lavish Ibiza and Mykonos trip

Refugee’s struggle for justice

Fifi Cooper pauses national tour over GBV matter: How to get ticket refunds

Raven-Symoné takes on Cape Town for ‘Cheetah Girls’ sequel

Lorraine Moropa launches foundation to restore hope

‘Clean’ audit? Time to demystify South Africa’s audit terminology

The June 30 protest phenomenon was a failure of the state

Court challenge should not stop Parliament’s work

Soviet Lekganyane defends Ad Hoc Committee’s report amid criticism

Longyuan South Africa Renewables: Bridging Cultures Through Language, Painting a New Vision for the Silk Road

Taste of Cape Town promises gourmet experiences

Passing the Torch: Youthful Energy Writes a New Chapter of Silk Road Civilization

Nelson Mandela’s most painful day in court laid bare

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England boss hammered by media after World Cup exit

Fifa World Cup’s ‘Heart of Darkness’: Brilliant on screen, troubling behind the scenes

Scheffler makes fast start to defence of British Open

Chiefs, Pirates showcase promising performances in Spain

King Markram and Queen Wolvaardt reign supreme at CSA Awards

From baby in Messi’s arms to rival: The Lamine Yamal story

Bakkies backs Rassie’s genius to solve Springboks’ lock ‘crisis’

Gabriela targets Wafcon redemption after injury heartbreaks

Leaner: I simply couldn’t say no to Chiefs

Chery's investment in South Africa: Local production of Tiggo 4 Cross set for 2027

Ramaphosa hails Toyota’s R10.4bn investment as a huge boost for SA

Prosus to sell remaining stake in Delivery Hero to Uber for around R41 billion

CONSUMER TRUST LIFTS WOOLWORTHS FOOD TO TOP OF SOUTH AFRICA’S MOST RECOMMENDED BRANDS LIST

Inside Personal Finance this week

BMF leadership battle: when governance turns on itself

The benefit of trust: South Africa's most valuable economic asset

African Trade is growing despite the obstacles

BHP Group reports record copper and iron ore output

Exxaro presses ahead with solar even as Eskom's grid continues to stabilise

Karooooo reports 18% growth in Cartrack subscribers during its 2027 first quarter

Understanding the SARS Traveller Declaration: What business travellers need to know

Supermarket Income REIT plans £100 million rights issue to expand portfolio |

How Nelson Mandela’s teachings can empower financial advisers today

Beyond savings month, resilience must come before wealth building

Families can build lasting savings habits this month

AKA’s WhatsApps, Oskido’s tribute and Bellingham on mental health

‘I was happier poor’ – Somizi opens up about the dark side of wealth

Experience the magic of Mandela Day in Joburg

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