India seize control as Bumrah destroys South Africa on opening day
Lance Fredericks|Published

India seize control as Bumrah destroys South Africa on opening day

NPA faces scrutiny over plea bargain granted to Stuart Scharnick

Willem Phungula|Published

The NPA is facing criticism for granting businessman Stuart Scharnick a lenient plea deal, sparking concerns over the integrity of the justice system.

Don't let debt ruin your festive season

Marlene Minopetros|Published

The pressure to keep up with the Joneses (or in-laws) can be overwhelming, but remember, debt is like a grinch – it can ruin the holiday cheer! Take control, set ...

Northern Cape youth cricket showcases talent at Wildeklawer 2025 tournament

Lance Fredericks|Published

The 2025 Wildeklawer Primary Schools Cricket Tournament concluded with Laerskool Kathu and Oranje-Noord winning Cups. Standout performers included Willem Adriaan ...

NSFAS under fire: Godongwana slams mismanagement, CEO salary, and inefficiency

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana has strongly criticised the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)

Colesberg police seize dagga worth millions

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Colesberg police arrested a 39-year-old foreign national and seized dagga with an estimated street value of R12,3 million on the N1 towards the Eastern Cape.

Garage pie showdown: Sarah Flowers and Joy Nxumalo exit The Taste Master Junior

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Sarah Flowers and Joy Nxumalo were eliminated from The Taste Master Junior season 2 after failing to impress judges with their garage pies, with Joy's pie being ...

Springboks shuffle XV for Turin – Kolisi leads fresh-look side against in-form Italy

Lance Fredericks|Published

Rassie Erasmus makes 11 changes for the Springboks’ Test in Turin, retaining Siya Kolisi as captain while freshening the pack and backs to build squad depth ahead ...

Positive and pragmatic MTBPS reveals improved fiscal stability

Hugh Hacking|Published

The 2025 MTBPS signals a transformative shift in South Africa's fiscal policy, emphasising sustainability and growth. With a commitment to stabilising government ...

Highway robbery on N7: Businessman targeted for ‘substantial’ cash haul

Marlene Minopetros|Published

A 49-year-old foreign businessman was allegedly robbed of a substantial amount of cash on the N7 road near Okiep.

Japan to enlist retired cops, soldiers to cull bears

AFP|Published

Japan is trying to enlist retired police officers to fight bears as the nation battles a record wave of deadly attacks this year, a top official said Friday.

What we know about deadly Delhi car blast

AFP|Published

India has vowed to bring to justice the " perpetrators, their collaborators, and their sponsors" behind the deadliest explosion in the nation's capital for more ...

Proteas reshuffle for Eden Gardens Test after Rabada injury — but selection signals balance, not panic

Staff Reporter|Published

Kagiso Rabada’s rib injury forced South Africa into a last-minute reshuffle for the Eden Gardens Test. Corbin Bosch replaces him, adding batting depth while Jansen ...

Nkabinde admits using 'thumb sucked' dates over Mchunu-Mogotsi meeting

Hope Ntanzi|Published

Cedric Nkabinde, Chief of Staff, faced scrutiny in Parliament after admitting confusion over meeting dates with Minister Senzo Mchunu and Brown Mogotsi, describing ...

Women For Change's petition: Over one million demand GBV be declared national disaster

Xolile Mtembu|Published

A national petition by Women For Change demanding that gender-based violence and femicide be declared a national disaster has surged past one million signatures. ...

China confirms Premier Li Qiang — not President Xi — to attend G20 Summit in Joburg

Jonisayi Maromo|Published

China has confirmed that Premier Li Qiang will attend the G20 Summit in Johannesburg later this month on behalf of President Xi Jinping, who will not travel to South ...

It's all about the relentless pursuit of excellence for Thulani Oliphant

Danie van der Lith|Published

Sol Plaatje University cricketer Thulani Loyiso Oliphant, known as " Thulz," is a reliable and hardworking player whose dedication and talent continue to make him ...

Thato Moholeng always strives to make the game fun to watch

Danie van der Lith|Published

Kuruman-born Thato Moholeng, a kind and extroverted cricketer, continues to impress with his skill and passion at Sol Plaatje University, making cricket exciting ...

Hopetown teen overcomes stroke to shine as multi-sport para-athlete

Danie van der Lith|Published

Fifteen-year-old Willene Wiid from Hopetown has turned trial into triumph after suffering a stroke at the age of five.

Ex-husband awaits verdict in Mandy Bailey murder trial

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

Judgment will be delivered next week in the murder trial of Alberto Matthews, who is accused of fatally shooting his ex-wife, Mandy Bailey.