Watch Video2025 was the year of women in sport - these wins prove it

Lutho Pasiya|Published

Explore the remarkable achievements of South African women in sports during 2025, highlighting their victories, records and contributions to gender equity in athletics. ...

Sol Plaatje University relaunches gender and safety desk

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

Sol Plaatje University will relaunch its gender and safety reporting desk to mark the end of the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children on ...

Six things to know about SA Rugby’s new tackle rules and why standardising the tackle age makes sense

Danie van der Lith|Published

SA Rugby has standardised the minimum tackle age, introducing full contact at Under-9 after a safety-focused prep programme. Non-contact formats remain for Under-5 ...

Adapt or perish: Ashwell Prince's call to Proteas ahead of second T20I against India

Zaahier Adams|Updated

Proteas batting coach Ashwell Prince has called on the visitors to be more “adaptable” in the second T20I against India on Thursday in New Chandigarh.

Moderate 4.3‑magnitude earthquake hits Northern Cape town of Springbok

Marlene Minopetros|Published

A magnitude-4.3 earthquake and a smaller aftershock shook the Northern Cape town of Springbok, with residents reporting light tremors but no injuries or damage, ...

South Africans facing R5.3 billion 'identity crisis' as criminals target digital banking

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

South Africa faces a burgeoning identity crisis as SIM-based fraud escalates into a multibillion-rand threat, costing the nation R5.3 billion in 2024 alone

What's on in Kimberley from December 10 and beyond

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Looking for something to do? Here’s what’s happening in and around the Diamond City over the coming days and weeks.

ANC Veterans League proposes new party leadership election model: Voting by all members

Thami Magubane|Published

Ordinary ANC members voice their scepticism regarding proposals for direct elections of party leaders, highlighting concerns about the implications for governance ...

Cyril Ramaphosa defends ANC's achievements on Freedom Charter amid criticism at NGC meeting

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa has recounted some of the key achievements the ANC-led government has achieved in an effort to achieve the objectives of the Freedom ...

Four red flags for Proteas as India power to 101 run win, with South Africa folding for record-low 74

Lance Fredericks|Published

India crushed South Africa by 101 runs after a ruthless bowling display and a 59-run blitz from Hardik Pandya, as the Proteas were skittled for their lowest-ever ...

Watch VideoFoot-and-mouth disease outbreak hobbles South African farmers

Staff Reporter|Published

The outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth Disease is wreaking havoc on farmers across South Africa, pushing them to the brink of economic collapse. Discover how this crisis ...

Revamped Renault Captur: French elegance meets compact SUV versatility

Willem van de Putte|Published

We take the top-spec Esprit Alpine model for a spin to see if these enhancements help it stand out in South Africa's competitive compact SUV segment.

Historic tech showdown as Australia's social media ban for under 16s kicks in

AFP|Published

Australia's bold move to ban under-16s from social media raises questions about child safety and tech responsibility. Will this world-first crackdown set a precedent ...

Watch VideoInside Cape-Town's Gang Wars | Children as young as nine pulled into rising gang violence

Brandon Nel and Wendy Dondolo|Published

Children barely tall enough to see over a car bonnet are being pulled into gang life in Delft — some as young as nine, sent to steal and surrender their loot to ...

Deck the halls with caution: AI scams are coming to town

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

With the festive season approaching, South Africans face a surge in cybercrime. Discover how AI is making holiday scams more personal and dangerous than ever.

Court dismisses MK Party's challenge to Mchunu's suspension and Madlanga Commission

Se-Anne Rall|Published

The Pretoria High Court has ruled against the MK Party, dismissing its application to contest Police Minister Senzo Mchunu's suspension and the establishment of ...

Over half a million flee their homes as Cambodia-Thailand border clashes intensify

AFP|Published

More than 500,000 people have fled their homes in Thailand and Cambodia due to a reignited border conflict, marking a significant escalation in violence. Both governments ...

Aztec Masters edge Young Pirates in historic Sol Plaatje Masters Football League final

Danie van der Lith|Published

Aztec Masters clinched the 2025 Sol Plaatje Masters Football League title in a nail-biting penalty shootout against Young Pirates, showcasing a thrilling match that ...

Corruption Unchecked: Government fails to blacklist 466 companies recommended by SIU

Daily News Reporter|Updated

Despite recommendations from the Special Investigating Unit to blacklist nearly 500 companies implicated in corruption, the South African government has failed to ...