National Recycling Day: Most know how to recycle paper, but do they?

Marlene Minopetros|Published

This week is South African National Clean-Up and Recycle Week, with National Recycling Day taking place on Friday, 19 September. While most South Africans know what ...

From market stall to runway: why Africa is side-eyeing Louis Vuitton’s 'Ghana Must Go' bag

Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

The journey of a humble bag into the realm of luxury fashion

Madonna announces new dance album for 2026

Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Madonna's fans are eagerly waiting to hit the dance floor once again after she revealed that a new dance album is in the works.

Hawks nab four in alleged R1. 8m youth entrepreneurs scam

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

Three business owners and an employee of the Department of Economic Development and Tourism have been granted bail of R10,000 after they were arrested by the Hawks ...

Ernst Roets faces backlash for plans to report South Africans to their employers over negative Charlie Kirk posts

Xolile Mtembu|Published

South African think tank Lex Libertas, led by Dr Ernst Roets, has launched a controversial study into online incitement and the celebration of murder, vowing to ...

Defence shifts blame in 'ghost' youth festival trial

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

The defence in the Umsobomvu “ghost” youth festival case has sought to shift responsibility onto the former NCACC acting CEO, as senior DSAC officials and a service ...

Junaid Jacobs plays the game with heart

Danie van der Lith|Published

Kimberley-born cricketer Junaid Jacobs, a resilient and determined player, prides himself on always giving 100% for his team and community while growing both on ...

Rethabile Koekoe always goes after what she wants

Danie van der Lith|Published

Born in Kimberley, Rethabile Koekoe started playing cricket in primary school and has never looked back. Her proudest moment came in 2023 when the Northern Cape ...

Archery festival set to crown stellar year for Northern Cape archers

Danie van der Lith|Published

Northern Cape 3Di is celebrating a year of outstanding achievements, with multiple national champions, top national rankings, and an upcoming landmark archery festival ...

Lions and Griquas set for high-stakes Currie Cup final showdown

Lance Fredericks|Published

The Currie Cup reaches its climax this weekend as the Lions and Griquas clash at Ellis Park, with both sides haunted by recent near-misses and desperate to turn ...

High Court seizes R4million tied to diamond dealer Louis Liebenberg’s alleged fraudulent investment scheme

IOL Reporter|Published

The High Court in Pretoria has ordered the forfeiture of R4 million linked to a fraudulent investment scheme.

DA and PA branded 'sellouts' for failing to back Matlala suspension

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

Community members and civic groups have condemned the DA and PA for abstaining from a vote on the precautionary suspension of Sol Plaatje municipal manager Thapelo ...

MPs Dianne Kohler Barnard and Fadiel Adams hit back at Mkhwanazi's serious misconduct accusations

Sinenhlanhla Masilela and Yasmine Jacobs|Updated

Dianne Kohler Barnard and Fadiel Adams respond strongly to KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's allegations of misconduct and misuse of classified ...

Barney proved that greed causes extinction

Lance Fredericks|Published

From Barney the Dinosaur’s faux pax to fake online shopping sites posing as trusted brands, the lesson is the same: don’t be fooled. With the festive rush already ...

Mkhwanazi accuses DA's Dianne Kohler Barnard of fueling attacks against Crime Intelligence

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

KZN top cop Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has accused DA Member of Parliament Dianne Kohler Barnard of breaking the law and inciting attacks against the Crime Intelligence ...

What's on in Kimberley

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Find out what's happening in the Diamond City over the next few days and weeks.

Arts and culture sector vows to challenge minister over funding cuts

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The South African arts and culture sector erupts in outrage as Minister Gayton McKenzie faces fierce backlash over drastic funding cuts and the controversial diversion ...

Kimberley’s Gofaone shines at GolfRSA Qalisa Camp

Lance Fredericks|Published

Seven-year-old Kimberley golfer Gofaone Mohurutshe impressed coaches at the GolfRSA Qalisa Camp at Sishen Golf Club, where she gained new skills, received praise ...

Citizen science could hold the key to solving South Africa’s water crisis

Danie van der Lith|Published

South Africa’s water crisis, worsened by ageing infrastructure, leaks, pollution, and poor monitoring, was the focus of the recent Citizen Science Water Symposium ...