The Big Squeeze: Why salary increases in South Africa aren’t keeping up with life’s rising costs

Opinion|Published

This opinion piece argues that South Africans are being pushed deeper into financial strain as salary increases fail to keep pace with the rising cost of living, ...

Purple pride on parade as Kimberley daredevils hit streets for men’s health

Danie van der Lith|Published

The 2025 Daredevil Run hit the streets of Kimberley early on Friday morning, with a spirited group of men donning purple Speedos to raise awareness for prostate ...

Kimberley man sentenced to life for rape and robbery

Marlene Minopetros|Published

A 22-year-old Kimberley man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for rape and robbery.

UB40, featuring Ali Campbell, announces electrifying 2026 South African tour across three cities

Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Catch UB40, featuring Ali Campbell, live in South Africa and get ready to sing along to classic reggae hits in a show that will be a musical journey through time. ...

Leon Schuster opens up about his struggle with depression and loneliness

Sarene Kloren|Published

South African comedy legend Leon Schuster shares his hidden struggles with depression and loneliness, challenging the stigma surrounding mental health.

Numsa heads to Labour Court over Ekapa Mine lay-offs

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

Numsa intends to challenge the lay-off of 387 Ekapa Mine workers since September, while the company says no one has been dismissed and that it is seeking temporary ...

WATCH: J’Something celebrates AKA’s legacy with emotional cover of 'Congratulate'

Lutho Pasiya|Published

J’Something pays a heartfelt tribute to the late AKA with a moving rendition of his hit single 'Congratulate', capturing the essence of friendship and legacy.

Pastors pray, march over church land dispute with Sol Plaatje

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

Pastors who have been struggling for the past 10 years to secure land for their churches marched with renewed hope to the Sol Plaatje Municipality to hand over a ...

Ntlabakanye called up to Springbok squad as Nche returns home injured

Danie van der Lith|Published

Asenathi Ntlabakanye has joined the Springbok squad as a replacement for Ox Nche, who was injured during South Africa’s 61-7 win over Japan at Wembley.

A$AP Rocky's 'loving husband' claim: Is he hinting at a secret marriage with Rihanna?

Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Fans believe Rihanna and A$AP Rocky may have secretly married after the rapper referred to himself as her husband in two recent interviews.

Prince Kaybee responds to Black Coffee feud as fans debate his global potential

Bernelee Vollmer|Published

The long-running tension between Prince Kaybee and Grammy-winning DJ Black Coffee has resurfaced on social media after a fan tweeted about Kaybee’s career.

Dirco lashes out at AfriForum for backing US policy favouring Afrikaners

Xolile Mtembu|Updated

Dirco has condemned AfriForum for applauding US President Donald Trump’s decision to prioritise white Afrikaners under America’s 2026 refugee programme.

First South African Walmart to open at Clearwater Mall, creating more than 80 new jobs

Staff Reporter|Published

The new megastore will focus on sourcing products locally, supporting South African suppliers while introducing the international retailer to the West Rand.

Petrol and diesel prices expected to drop in November: What motorists need to know

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Get ready for significant savings at the pump this November as petrol and diesel prices are set to drop, offering much-needed relief for motorists!

Parliament sets sights on probing allegations of " mega-looting" at PIC

Banele Ginindza|Published

Parliament is probing serious allegations of financial mismanagement at the Public Investment Corporation, as UDM leader Bantu Holomisa warns of potential risks ...

Watch VideoWATCH | Helicopter operator denies claims that Hawks interfered in Molefe's arrest

Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Last week, the commission heard testimony implicating the suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu in alleged associations with underworld kingpin, Vusimuzi “Cat” ...

Crumbling municipalities under spotlight during Cyril's secret GNU retreat

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Sources close to the discussions from within government, the ANC and opposition parties, revealed that a significant portion of the closed-door discussions revolved ...

The rails we lost: How South Africa squandered its continental mandate for rolling stock

Nomvula Zeldah Mabuza|Published

Discover how South Africa's failure to develop its rolling stock manufacturing has not only undermined its industrial credibility but also allowed other African ...

Mzansi’s Halloween: how celebrities slayed spooky season with iconic looks from Pinky Pinky to Beyoncé

Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Feast your eyes on these striking looks that redefined a spooky season into a celebration of style and identity.