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 ...

SA Reserve Bank holds fire, leaves key interest rates unchanged

Ashley Lechman|Published

Sarb Governor Lesetja Kganyago delivered the news during his address on Thursday citing the inflationary environment in the country.

The proud heritage of SA's motor industry and its evolution into a major exporter

Jason Woosey|Published

From small-scale protected sector to major manufacturing hub: This Heritage Month, we celebrate South Africa's vehicle export heroes of 2025.

Zuma and MK Party lose court bid to stop Madlanga Commission

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Former president Jacob Zuma and the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) have lost their urgent court bid to stop the newly formed Madlanga Commission, with the Gauteng ...

Zimbabwe ditches South Africa, chooses Botswana venue for Bafana Bafana clash

Herman Gibbs|Published

The Zimbabwe Football Association announces a venue change for the World Cup qualifier against South Africa's Bafana Bafana, moving the match to Botswana to enhance ...

Fitch affirms SA outlook as Cabinet unveils youth jobs and reforms push

Thabo Makwakwa|Published

Minister Ntshavheni reports that South Africa's economy grew by 0. 8% in Q2 2025, with Cabinet welcoming progress in youth employment initiatives that have created ...

Parents win court battle to claim damages after child killed by leopard in Kruger National Park

Zelda Venter|Updated

The parents of a 2-year-old boy, killed in a leopard attack at Kruger National Park, have been granted court permission to pursue a damages claim against the park, ...

Trio found guilty of killing Douglas woman for R80k insurance payout

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

Three accused were found guilty of murdering a 28-year-old woman in Douglas in order to cash in on life insurance policies totalling R80,000.

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs coach Nassredine Nabi departs as mistrust mounts amid licensing crisis

Herman Gibbs|Published

Kaizer Chiefs' unexpected split with coach Nassredine Nabi raises questions about trust and licensing issues, leaving fans anxious about the club's future in the ...

Watch VideoBafana Bafana face Fifa sanction for fielding ineligible player in World Cup qualifier

Mihlali Baleka|Published

FIFA is investigating Bafana Bafana for fielding suspended player Teboho Mokoena in a World Cup qualifier against Lesotho. They face a possible points deduction ...

Kimberley pupil suspended after alleged sexual assault at hostel

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

An 18-year-old Kimberley pupil was arrested and suspended after an alleged sexual assault on a fellow pupil at a high school hostel.

Motshekga confirms no disciplinary action for SANDF chief for Iran comments

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Defence Minister Angie Motshekga has announced that Chief of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), General Rudzani Maphwanya, will not face disciplinary ...

Second youth killed in Postmasburg mining truck incident

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

An 18-year-old pedestrian was killed in Postmasburg after being struck by a mining truck, sparking outrage from the EFF over repeated fatalities and calls for stricter ...

Rape survivor questions justice as convicted cops freed on bail

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

A rape survivor from Upington says she has lost faith in the justice system after two police officers convicted of raping her were sentenced to seven years’ imprisonment ...

India health alert after 'brain-eating' amoeba rise

AFP|Published

Officials reported 19 deaths and 72 infections of the Naegleria fowleri amoeba this year, including nine deaths and 24 cases in September alone.

Why Charlie Kirk’s video spread unchecked across social platforms

AFP|Published

Traditional news outlets were cautious not to broadcast the moment Charlie Kirk was assassinated, but it mattered little in the age of declining media influence. ...

Gunman kills three police officers, injures two in US domestic violence call

AFP|Published

The officers had gone to an address as part of a domestic violence investigation when they came under fire.