Gauteng Education opens late applications for 2026 Grade 1 and 8 admissions

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

The Gauteng Department of Education will open late applications for Grade 1 and 8 admissions on 17 December 2025, as more than 10,000 learners remain unplaced. Parents ...

DJ Warras murder: political figures decry South Africa's rising violent crime

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

South African political leaders have condemned the daylight murder of media personality DJ Warras in Johannesburg, calling it symptomatic of the country's crime ...

Watch VideoSundowns prepare for crucial run-in after AFCON pause

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Mamelodi Sundowns find themselves in an unfamiliar and uneasy position this season, though it is not yet cause for alarm. With much still to unfold, the Brazilians ...

Watch VideoAFCON 2025 | Top five defenders ready to shine in Morocco

Obakeng Meletse|Published

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in less than a week, and the following five defenders are among those to watch closely during the tournament.

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 ...

Supreme Court blocks Free State judge's attempt to halt RAF prosecution

Zelda Venter|Published

A Free State judge's request for a permanent stay of prosecution in a theft and money laundering trial was denied by the Supreme Court of Appeal.

Zimbabwe prioritises locals over foreigners in taxi, salon and Bakery sectors

Jonisayi Maromo|Published

New indigenisation laws have been gazetted in Zimbabwe, prohibiting foreign participation in common businesses like bakeries, hair salons, and taxis and requiring ...

Short man with dreadlocks wanted as DJ Warras shot dead near Joburg's Carlton Centre

Verna van Diemen|Updated

Video footage shows a short man with dreadlocks approaching Warrick Warras as he was leaving Zambesi House in Johannesburg’s CBD and opening fire on Tuesday, December ...

DJ Warras shot dead in Johannesburg, opposite the Carlton Centre

Brandon Nel|Published

DJ Warras, a beloved South African radio and TV presenter, was tragically shot dead in Johannesburg Central, leaving fans and colleagues in shock as police investigate ...

If no one is above the law -do to Shamilla Batohi what Khampepe did to Zuma, writes Sifiso Mahlangu

Published

Yet Zuma’s refusal to appear before it was transformed into a constitutional emergency.

Safe holidays: How to keep kids secure during festivities

Staff Reporter|Published

In addition, parents urged to dress kids in bright clothes, use safety armbands, teach them safety rules (like meeting spots and passwords), and report missing children ...

Authorities pledge swift action following fatal Soweto street bash shooting

Staff Reporter|Published

Residents of Soweto have grown increasingly concerned about the problem of illegal street bashes in recent years because these incidents frequently coincide with ...

South Africans trapped in war zone: Talks ongoing to secure their release

Kamogelo Moichela|Published

This comes after reports surfaced that at least 17 South African men had been recruited for what they believed to be bodyguard training associated with the MK Party, ...

Injury in KZN Legislature amid fierce political dispute over no-confidence vote

Simon Majadibodu|Published

On Monday, an MK Party MPL was injured and taken to the hospital after a motion of no confidence against Premier Thami Ntuli failed, sparking clashes between opposition ...

Four in ten festive road deaths were pedestrians – South Africa’s streets are failing its people

Themba Mangane|Published

South Africa’s roads and intersections are built for speed and volume, not pedestrian safety. Road planning in South Africa prioritises traffic-related factors, ...

Watch VideoBroos addresses backlash: Denies racism and sexism charges against Mbokazi

Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

Hugo Broos, the head coach of Bafana Bafana, apologised in public after remarks regarding Mbekezeli Mbokazi caused a stir. He insisted that his remarks were misinterpreted ...

Madlanga report: Withholding even preliminary truth reshapes loyalty

Nyaniso Qwesha|Published

When preliminary findings are withheld, those incentives linger. The umbrella may no longer shield anyone from the rain, but it casts a shadow. Some are spared scrutiny, ...

Watch VideoNdah’s timely return gives Orlando Pirates depth for crucial run

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Orlando Pirates defender Olisa Ndah has returned to fitness at a crucial stage of the campaign after a prolonged injury absence, and with the season moving into ...

Watch VideoEXCLUSIVE I Continental experience key as Bafana gear Up for AFCON, says Nthethe

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Former Bafana Bafana defender Thabo Nthete feels that the national team’s exposure to CAF Champions League football could play a decisive role as they begin their ...