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From diamonds to dance: Top theatre shows in Joburg this week
Karishma Dipa|Published

From diamonds to dance: Top theatre shows in Joburg this week

Watch VideoLions focused on taking chances in Dublin URC quarter-final showdown with Leinster

Leighton Koopman|Published

The Lions are gearing up for their first-ever URC knockout match against Leinster, knowing they must make every scoring opportunity count. With crucial training ...

Watch VideoStormers transfer analysis: Why Cheslin Kolbe signing cannot be the last for Cape side

Leighton Koopman|Published

While Cheslin Kolbe’s arrival boosts the wings, the Stormers’ defensive frailty during Ruhan Nel's absence proves John Dobson urgently needs a long-term number 13. ...

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates, Arsenal, Mamelodi Sundowns: The giants who refused to panic finally strike gold

John Goliath|Published

Breaking a chronic title drought requires a volatile cocktail of unyielding patience, elite recruitment, and a vital slice of luck — a blueprint executed to perfection ...

Watch VideoHow Kaizer Chiefs stole the headlines as Pitso Mosimane, Benni McCarthy are linked to vacant post

Malibongwe Mdletshe|Published

Kaizer Chiefs have parted ways with co-coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalile Ben Youssef, sparking instant rumors linking Pitso Mosimane, Benni McCarthy, and Manqoba Mngqithi ...

Ramaphosa battles Phala Phala findings as BOSA warns against taxpayer-funded legal fees

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

BOSA has called for taxpayers not to fund President Cyril Ramaphosa’s legal costs in the Phala Phala matter as he moves to challenge a panel report that found prima ...

Watch VideoMamelodi Sundowns set for major talks with Miguel Cardoso and Themba Zwane after African triumph

Smiso Msomi|Published

Mamelodi Sundowns are preparing crucial discussions with coach Miguel Cardoso and captain Themba Zwane following their CAF Champions League triumph and an emotionally ...

Watch VideoLions hopeful over key trio ahead of historic URC quarter-final against Leinster

Leighton Koopman|Published

The Lions are gearing up for a pivotal URC quarter-final against Leinster, with hopes high that captain Francke Horn and key players Henco van Wyk and Quan Horn ...

Watch VideoBulls hope to give Ruan Nortje big present for 150th match and postpone his Japan trip

John Goliath|Published

From celebrating lock Ruan Nortje’s monumental 150th match to brushing off Munster’s injury reshuffles, the Bulls are focused entirely on their own knockout structures. ...

Watch VideoURC quarter-finals: Five areas the Stormers must nail against Cardiff to power into semis

Leighton Koopman|Published

The Stormers seek revenge against Cardiff in the URC quarter-finals, but they must address key shortcomings to secure a semi-final spot.

Vehicle smuggling poses grave concerns

Published

As the investigation into the tragic deaths of the Mossel Bay tourists unfolds, this chilling reminder of the significant challenges surrounding cross-border vehicle ...

Watch VideoTreble winners and African kings form the golden core of Bafana Bafana’s World Cup charge

Malibongwe Mdletshe|Published

Following historic domestic and continental triumphs for Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns, national team mentor Hugo Broos looks set to inherit a Bafana Bafana ...

DA slams Gauteng Health for failing to vet staff working with children

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

The Democratic Alliance has called for urgent action after Gauteng Health MEC Faith Mazibuko confirmed that while thousands of healthcare workers are screened during ...

Suspect arrested on a bus fleeing Limpopo with allegedly stolen copper

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

A coordinated Limpopo police operation led to the arrest of a 27-year-old man accused of house robbery and assault after officers intercepted a bus travelling to ...

Home Affairs launches digital verification system to combat ghost workers

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Government will begin rolling out a new biometric employee verification platform from June 15 as part of a nationwide effort to eliminate ghost workers and strengthen ...

Authenticity transforms leadership for women in South Africa's public sector

Pumla Molope|Published

For women leaders in South Africa’s public sector, discovering and embracing this alignment is not just an empowering pursuit; it is a transformational one.

Watch VideoURC quarter-final: Why danger lurks for favourites Bulls against resilient Munster at Loftus

Rowan Callaghan|Published

The Bulls are heavy favourites to secure a United Rugby Championship semi-final spot against Munster, but history proves the Irish province always find a way to ...

Watch VideoURC quarter-final: The key Lions players who could fuel 'Miracle in Dublin' against Leinster

Rowan Callaghan|Published

The Lions head to Dublin as massive underdogs for Saturday's URC quarter-final against a wounded Leinster side, but these key players have the fire power to script ...

Watch VideoNo 4G excuses for Stormers ahead of crucial Cardiff revenge URC quarter-final clash

Rowan Callaghan|Published

The Stormers are refusing to rely on the comfort of Cape Town Stadium's grass pitch as they look to avenge their recent defeat against a street-smart Cardiff Rugby ...

Why Arsenal and Manchester United are primed to reignite English football’s 'Grand Reboot'

Rowan Callaghan|Published

With Mikel Arteta guiding Arsenal to long-awaited glory and Michael Carrick restoring seriousness to Manchester United, the Premier League's most iconic rivalry ...