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Kruger United within touching distance of R50m PSL promised land
Mihlali Baleka|Published

Watch VideoKruger United within touching distance of R50m PSL promised land

Watch VideoFrom statistics class to the Soweto Derby: Would a win on Sunday earn Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef a permanent stay? ...

Malibongwe Mdletshe|Published

Heading into the rare Sunday Soweto derby, one question lingers above them all: considering all that has happened this season, would a win on Sunday against arch-rivals ...

Watch VideoLevel-headed Chris Smith the steady hand as Lions zone in on first-ever URC Top 8 finish

Leighton Koopman|Published

Chris Smith, an unsung hero among South African flyhalves, plays a pivotal role in the Lions' quest for a Top 4 spot in the United Rugby Championship as they prepare ...

Watch VideoHow Proteas Women's star Laura Wolvaardt mastered the balance between elegance and force

John Goliath|Published

Laura Wolvaardt produced a performance for the ages at the Wanderers, combining her trademark technical perfection with a newfound power-hitting prowess to lead ...

Watch VideoHow Abdeslam Ouaddou combines fashion with football at Orlando Pirates

Smiso Msomi|Published

Orlando Pirates' head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is not just focused on the game; he’s making a statement with his impeccable style. Discover how his fashion choices ...

Eskom faces potential losses of millions as corruption report remains under wraps

Barry Bateman|Published

South Africa’s state-owned power utility, finds itself in a precarious financial situation, possibly losing hundreds of millions of rand every month.

Are we truly free? Reflecting on 32 years of democracy this Freedom Day

Thabile Mange|Published

In a nation still grappling with the legacies of its past, Freedom Day compels us to question: what does freedom truly mean?

Madlanga Commission turns its attention to Johannesburg security tenders

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has expanded its probe to the City of Johannesburg, demanding full records of Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department security ...

Political freedom without accountability: Lesufi’s government fails to protect Gauteng residents from corrupt officials

Ruhan Robinson|Published

Corruption steals directly from funds set aside to improve residents' lives. In Tembisa, the Special Investigative Unit (SIU) found that spending on medical supplies ...

Watch VideoTHE BIG DEBATE | Orlando Pirates' statistical dominance vs Kaizer Chiefs' 'crunch time' mastery

Mihlali Baleka and Smiso Msomi|Published

Senior journalists Smiso Msomi and Mihlali Baleka pick the team who will come out on top in the Soweto derby on Sunday.

Watch VideoComposed Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef radiates confidence ahead of Soweto derby rematch

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef, exuding confidence in semi-formal wear, attributes the team's improved form to squad consistency and is ready for the ...

Watch VideoAndre De Jong confident Orlando Pirates won’t falter in crunch Soweto Derby moment

Smiso Msomi|Published

Andre de Jong says Orlando Pirates are embracing pressure ahead of the Soweto Derby, with the title race tightening and senior figures rallying the squad for a decisive ...

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef insists derby is 'only three points,' won't change season target

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef downplayed the Soweto derby against Pirates, saying the match is " only three points" and won't change their season targets. ...

Joburg calling! Ultra SA leads the pack of unmissable long weekend events

Karishma Dipa|Published

Get ready for an electrifying weekend at the Ultra Music Festival South Africa 2026 in Joburg, featuring a stellar line-up of international EDM stars and local talent. ...

Electricity theft in Alexandra: 384 households in same street tampered with or bypassed meters

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

City Power has since moved to enforce penalties. Households are required to pay R14 408, while pensioners face a reduced fine of R4 605 before electricity can be ...

Watch VideoStricter policing to prevent overcrowding as Orlando Pirates host Kaizer Chiefs

Malibongwe Mdletshe|Published

The Premier Soccer League and its stakeholders were lucky to avoid disaster in the previous Soweto derby; as a result, the South African Police Service (SAPS) will ...

Watch VideoPresidential power play: Gayton McKenzie to haul out Cyril Ramaphosa in bid to bring F1 to South Africa

John Goliath|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa set to join Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie on a dedicated " working visit" to a Grand Prix later this year.

How Gulf capital is transforming South Africa's economic landscape

Valentino Chigwedere|Published

The synopsis effectively summarises the article's main points, highlighting the historical context of South Africa's economic partnerships and the emerging influence ...

Watch VideoFlight mode and chill: Blitzbok Tristan Leyds eyes reset after Hong Kong heroics

Leighton Koopman|Published

Player of the Final Tristan Leyds reflects on the Springbok Sevens' historic first-ever Hong Kong title. As the Blitzboks prepare for the next leg in Spain, Leyds ...

New children’s publisher launches with three essential books on self-worth

Lutho Pasiya|Published

Join Thabisile Sambo, founder of For Little People, as she unveils three new children's books that celebrate identity, self-worth and belonging.