Watch VideoKeshav Maharaj: Proteas back themselves to topple giants in T20 World Cup Super Eights

Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Unbeaten in the group stage and undeterred by the competition, Keshav Maharaj insists South Africa wouldn't want it any other way as they begin their hunt for a ...

Watch VideoGAME DAY I Little to choose between Lions and Sharks in URC showdown at Ellis Park

Mike Greenaway|Published

The Lions and Sharks play a rescheduled United Rugby Championship match at Ellis Park on Saturday, and picking a winner is anybody's guess.

Watch VideoGAME DAY | After Pirates conquest, Sundowns set sights on Nedbank Cup glory

Herman Gibbs|Published

Despite a run of poor league form, TS Galaxy host Mamelodi Sundowns on Saturday with a chance to reset their season. Adnan Beganovic insists his side will take it ...

Watch VideoUpington City's Ruben Cloete eyes historic breakthrough in Nedbank Cup clash against Durban City

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Upington City are daring to dream ahead of their Nedbank Cup clash against Durban City, with General Manager Ruben Cloete expressing confidence that his side can ...

Watch VideoSomething borrowed, something new: The making of JP Pietersen the coach

Mike Greenaway|Published

The newly appointed Sharks coach JP Pietersen has revealed how he soaked up wisdom from the coaches he played under.

Proteas vs India: Four match-ups to watch in Ahmedabad on Sunday

Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Independent Media's Senior Contributor Ongama Gcwabe highlights Four Match-Ups to keep an eye on during the contest.

Watch VideoAdnan Beganovic banks on fatigue as Galaxy prepare for Mamelodi Sundowns clash

Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

Sundowns’ strength in depth notwithstanding, Beganovic is hoping that playing high-intensity matches back-to-back has taken a toll on their opponents.

Watch VideoMamelodi Sundowns’ spending power delivers relief for Miguel Cardoso amid mounting pressure

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Beset by tactical criticism and the shadow of Rulani Mokwena, Miguel Cardoso has found salvation through Mamelodi Sundowns’ massive transfer spend as the Brazilians ...

Watch VideoJP Duminy warns Proteas: Play the ball, not the man, ahead of crucial India T20 World Cup clash

Zaahier Adams|Published

With the T20 World Cup heating up, JP Duminy stresses the importance of mental fortitude for the Proteas ahead of their all-important Super Eights clash against ...

Proteas ignore the 'cupcake' bait

Zaahier Adams|Published

“I need to get off the cupcakes,” he said on yesterday. “It was quite hilarious. Someone showed me the ad last night. And yeah, adds to what's going to be a special ...

Are our crime fighting groups protection or misinformation?

Wendy Jasson Da Costa|Published

Couch surfers, keyboard warriors or crime fighters? The blurred line inside South Africa’s neighbourhood WhatsApp groups.

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates on high alert: dodging upsets in Nedbank Cup showdown against Casric Stars

Herman Gibbs|Published

Casric Stars are buoyed by the return of Lelethu Skelem, who played a crucial role in their progression to this stage by assisting in their 3-0 victory over the ...

US Supreme Court rules against Trump’s tariffs on global trade

AFP|Updated

The US Supreme Court's recent ruling has significant implications for global trade, as it blocks Donald Trump's authority to impose tariffs under the International ...

Shukri Conrad calls on Proteas to land first blow against India in high-pressure T20 WC clash

Zaahier Adams|Published

Proteas coach Shukri Conrad is hoping his team can seize the initiative early on to help settle the nerves.

Watch VideoSpringbok-less Sharks versus wounded Lions adds up to juicy URC clash at Ellis Park

Mike Greenaway|Published

The SA Derby between the Lions and the Sharks at Ellis Park is shaping up to be a classic, with a winner difficult to pick.

Ramaphosa halts NHI Act implementation pending Constitutional Court ruling

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

President Cyril Ramaphosa has committed to pausing the implementation of the contentious National Health Insurance (NHI) Act, awaiting a crucial ruling from the ...

Zuma's family demands answers over recruits sent to Ukraine

Bongani Hans|Published

Jacob Zuma's family seeks urgent answers from Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla about the recruitment of relatives for a war in Ukraine.

Will Cyril Ramaphosa's R54bn water plan sink or swim?

Gcwalisile Khanyile|Published

Experts caution that without significant leadership changes and accountability, President Cyril Ramaphosa's ambitious R54 billion incentive to reform South Africa's ...

Sibiya forced to come clean, admits to interference in SAPS | Madlanga Commission

Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Evidence Leader Adv. Adila Hassim SC confronted Sibiya with evidence that a February 2025 letter which he had instructed SAPS acting Deputy Commissioner Lt-Gen. ...