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Champions League return confirmed: Is Michael Carrick finally the permanent Man United solution?
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Watch VideoChampions League return confirmed: Is Michael Carrick finally the permanent Man United ...

Gauteng High Court to hear landmark challenge on BEE Legal Sector Code

Zelda Venter|Published

As South Africa's top legal minds gather to tackle critical questions of transformation and empowerment in the legal industry, the outcomes of this landmark case ...

NSFAS to be administered following governance and operational failures

Hope Ntanzi|Published

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme faces a monumental shift as it's placed under administration due to significant governance and operational issues.

Time for municipalities to reclaim their role in enforcing the law

Funzi Ngobeni|Published

The conversation around undocumented immigration and law enforcement continues to evolve. With elections on the horizon, how will political leaders respond to calls ...

Fuel prices set to soar as South Africa braces for hikes this May

Jason Woosey|Published

Fuel prices are set to spike sharply in May, with significant petrol and diesel increases confirmed and further pressure expected in June as tax relief is phased ...

Tembeka Ngcukaitobi SC's appointment to the JSC: A beacon of hope for South Africa's pursuit of excellence

Nyaniso Qwesha|Published

As South Africa grapples with a transformative judicial landscape, Adv. Tembeka Ngcukaitobi SC's appointment reignites hope for accountability and excellence within ...

Health authorities on high alert as MV Hondius cruise ship passengers suffer severe respiratory illnesses

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Health authorities are investigating a cluster of severe respiratory illness cases linked to passengers aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius, after multiple deaths ...

Swift police action leads to recovery of stolen vehicle in Mpumalanga

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Police in Mpumalanga recovered a stolen Toyota Fortuner within hours of it being taken from a Nelspruit hospital, tracing it through coordinated tracking operations ...

Taste of Cape Town set to turn Green Point into a feast for all five senses

Staff Reporter|Published

Get ready for the Taste of Cape Town 2026, Africa's most ambitious food and lifestyle festival!

ActionSA names mayoral candidates in Limpopo for high-stakes elections

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

ActionSA has unveiled its mayoral candidates in Limpopo ahead of the November 4 local government elections, as party leader Herman Mashaba positions the party to ...

Stormers back newly acquired 4G smarts ahead of Belfast test against Ulster

Rowan Callaghan|Published

The Stormers have overhauled their preparation for Friday's trip to Belfast, using past lessons on artificial surfaces to fine-tune their strategy for the top-of-the-table ...

Soldiers seize fake designer goods (sneakers, handbags, etc) worth R2 million near Ficksburg

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

South African soldiers have intercepted a suspected smuggling operation near Ficksburg, recovering counterfeit designer goods worth almost R2 million after suspects ...

Watch VideoJunior Springboks title hunt goes to the wire after Australian demolition

Rowan Callaghan|Published

The Junior Springboks have secured the U20 Rugby Championship title with a game to spare after a dominant win over Australia, but focus now shifts to New Zealand ...

Make this Mother’s Day unforgettable at the Sunset Music Series

Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Spoil mom this Mother’s Day with Jeremy Loops live at Walter Sisulu Gardens. Enjoy picnics, sunshine and world-class local music.

Emfuleni municipality refutes pollution claims as municipal manager prepares for court

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

Emfuleni Local Municipality has rejected claims of worsening environmental pollution and defended its sewer infrastructure interventions, as Municipal Manager April ...

Parliament to receive crucial update on R2 billion National Lotteries Commission corruption probe

Manyane Manyane|Published

The South African Police Service and the Hawks are set to present their findings to Parliament regarding the extensive corruption allegations surrounding the National ...

Nigeria prepares to repatriate citizens as anti-migrant sentiments rise in South Africa

Pule Makgale and Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

Nigeria has begun facilitating the voluntary return of its citizens from South Africa, offering free flights amid rising anti-migrant protests, violent unrest and ...

Mazwi Kubheka found alive after 30 days, walks into Vosloorus police station

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

After nearly 30 days missing, Vosloorus businessman Mazwi Kubheka has been found alive after presenting himself at a police station. His disappearance, which sparked ...

SA men’s relay teams claim silver as record and qualification mark strong World Relays showing

Rowan Callaghan|Published

African record for 4x100m quartet and Beijing qualification secured, but USA and Botswana deny South Africa gold in Gaborone.

The forgotten humanitarian crisis in Sudan: violence, displacement, and the plight of women

Kenneth Kgwadi|Published

In the shadows of global crises, Sudan endures a catastrophic humanitarian disaster. Women and families bear the brunt of conflict, sexual violence, and food insecurity, ...