Visionaries of 2026: Meet Metropolitan’s 20 innovators changing our urban future

The Star Reporter|Updated

Now in its fourth year, the Metropolitan Collective Shapers programme has established itself as a launchpad for South African entrepreneurs creating sustainable ...

Where There’s Smoke, There’s CHAR Grill House

Published

Opened in October ‘25, CHAR has quietly established itself as a serious player in Bedfordview’s restaurant scene by doing one thing exceptionally well: cooking over ...

Watch VideoNedbank Cup: Tinkler demands sharpness as Sekhukhune United eye cup and league glory

Obakeng Meletse|Published

A slender win over University of Pretoria keeps Sekhukhune United in the running for Nedbank Cup glory. While the result boosts confidence, Eric Tinkler emphasised ...

Watch VideoProteas Women v Pakistan: Suné Luus eyes frontline spinner role after inspiring ODI opening win

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Suné Luus starred with both bat and ball as the Proteas Women secured a 37-run victory over Pakistan in Bloemfontein. After an unbeaten 93 and two vital wickets, ...

74% of working parents would job-hop to avoid 5-day commute

Staff Reporter|Updated

New research by International Workplace Group - Regus’ parent company - reveals that 74% of parents would look for a new job if a long daily commute was required ...

Limpopo police crackdown on organised crime nets R1 million worth of dagga

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Limpopo police scored major wins over the weekend, seizing R1 million worth of dagga in Leboeng and arresting two men, while also dismantling a vehicle theft syndicate ...

That ID looks real – but is it? A fraud expert’s guide to spotting the fakes that FICA checks miss

The Star Reporter|Published

For lawyers, estate agents, and financial advisors, the massive scale of identity fraud represents a direct threat to the gatekeeping role they play in the economy. ...

Election showdown looms over Johannesburg as service delivery crisis mount

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

As Johannesburg approaches its local government elections, the city faces worsening service delivery, a critical water crisis, and rising political tension. Four ...

Watch VideoNo margin for error in SA Shield dogfight as title remains up for grabs

Leighton Koopman|Published

As the United Rugby Championship approaches its climax, can the Sharks secure back-to-back SA Shield titles, or will the Lions and Stormers rise to the challenge? ...

Doctors warn public over surge in illegal injectors and stem cell scams

Staff Reporter|Updated

Legitimate practitioners say the country has developed some of the worlds leading aesthetic injectors, with highly trained doctors delivering safe, regulated treatments. ...

Suné Luus, Sinalo Jafta shine as Proteas Women beat Pakistan in rain-hit ODI opener

Rowan Callaghan|Published

A late 89-run stand between Luus and Jafta propelled the Proteas Women to 260/6 before the bowlers restricted Pakistan to 223, giving South Africa a 37-run victory. ...

Political parties clash over Gauteng's crime statistics

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

Gauteng remains South Africa’s crime hotspot despite national declines in murder and violent crime, according to the latest third-quarter statistics from the South ...

SACP slams Ramaphosa for halting National Health Insurance implementation

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

Two years after the NHI Act was signed into law, the ambitious healthcare reform remains in limbo, stalled by sustained legal and political opposition, including ...

Age is just a number: 78-Year-Old hockey legend Basil Evans still shines at Masters IPT

Rowan Callaghan|Published

KZN stalwart Basil Evans, the oldest player in his provincial side, discusses five decades of hockey, World Cup memories, and why he has no plans to retire at 78. ...

Limpopo man receives 11-year jail sentence for brutal rape of teenager

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Makibelo approached the young woman armed with a broken bottle and forcefully dragged her from the vehicle. He later returned with a knife, again pulling her out ...

Watch VideoManqoba Mngqithi praises Golden Arrows’ resilience after edging Gavin Hunt’s Stellenbosch in Nedbank Cup

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Arrows coach highlights fitness and patience after 1-0 Nedbank Cup win secures last-eight spot, as Stellies rue missed chances and controversial handball call.

Watch VideoOff-field changes at Shark Tank will only count if they help JP Pietersen win matches

Mike Greenaway|Published

The " Shark Tank" has a new blueprint. From Scott Mathie’s attacking guile to Neil Powell’s move to the juniors, the Sharks have overhauled their high-performance ...

Watch VideoEXCLUSIVE | Sharks star Jordan Hendrikse refocused on Springboks dream after ‘broken down’ season

Leighton Koopman|Published

After a challenging season filled with injuries, Sharks flyhalf Jordan Hendrikse reflects on his journey back to form and his aspirations for a Springboks return. ...

Watch VideoBulls and Stormers rejoin the URC action as teams face crucial weekend in SA Shield race

Leighton Koopman|Published

As the Bulls and Stormers gear up for a crucial weekend in the United Rugby Championship, the stakes have never been higher in the race for the SA Shield title.