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 ...

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 ...

Watch VideoLiverpool secure narrow win over Inter Milan in Champions League; Chelsea suffer defeat and Barcelona triumphs

AFP|Published

Liverpool secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Inter Milan in the Champions League, ending Inter’s 18-game unbeaten home run, while Chelsea suffered a 2-1 defeat to ...

Northern Cape teen jailed for stabbing 13-year-old to death over mielie meal

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

The Petrusville Regional Court has jailed a 19-year-old for 20 years after he admitted to murdering a 13-year-old boy who had taken mielie meal home for his hungry ...

Homeowners gain direct access to courts after landmark Supreme Court ruling

Zelda Venter|Published

A landmark ruling by the Supreme Court of Appeal has paved the way for homeowners to now bypass the Community Schemes and Ombud Service (CSOS) to resolve disputes ...

Christmas magic rolls into Vioolsdrift as SAPS ‘Mall on Wheels’ brings joy to schoolchildren

Morgan Morgan|Published

The SAPS “Christmas Kiddies Mall on Wheels” brought early festive joy to 90 Vioolsdrift schoolchildren, turning classrooms into a pop-up Christmas shopping experience ...

Debate on dual membership heats up at ANC's National General Council

Willem Phungula and Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The ANC in KwaZulu-Natal urges the National General Council to take a firm stance against dual membership, amidst tensions with the SACP and MKP.

Trust and affordability in crisis: The troubling state of South Africa's private healthcare

Sanjith Hannuman|Published

South Africa's private healthcare system faces a crisis of trust and affordability as patients grapple with exorbitant out-of-pocket expenses due to balance billing. ...

Samsung extends SOS+ provided by AURA to more Galaxy devices

Partnered Content|Published

More South Africans can now access 24/7 emergency support

Second-generation Mercedes GLB revealed with electric power, high-tech cabin

Jason Woosey|Published

The second-generation Mercedes GLB, is now fully electric and packed with high-tech features, including the innovative MBUX Superscreen.