Blazing heat in Kimberley could put your pets at risk

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Kimberley is sweltering under a blazing 38°C heat today, putting dogs at high risk of heat-related illness.

Transforming Warrenton: How an art project is revitalising the N12/N18 junction

Marlene Minopetros|Published

The Colour My Kasi project is transforming the N12/N18 junction in Warrenton into a vibrant art hub, showcasing local talent and fostering community engagement, ...

Mofokeng brace lifts Pirates back to the top as Ouaddou backs central role

Lance Fredericks|Published

Relebohile Mofokeng scored twice as Orlando Pirates beat AmaZulu 2-0 to reclaim top spot, with coach Abdeslam Ouaddou explaining the attacker’s growing influence ...

School placement crisis pushes parents to rethink early education options

Danie van der Lith|Published

School placement delays are pushing South African parents to explore homeschooling as a stable alternative, especially for younger learners. Structured support and ...

Watch VideoThe ultimate Mzansi Valentine's watchlist: Five local romance movies to stream now

Gerry Cupido|Published

Set the romantic mood this Valentine's Day with these five must-watch South African films that beautifully capture the magic of love in Mzansi.

Pietermaritzburg High Court rejects Jacob Zuma and Thales' appeal in arms deal case

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

In a significant ruling, the Pietermaritzburg High Court has dismissed Jacob Zuma and Thales' appeal, paving the way for the long-awaited arms deal corruption trial ...

Lengthy sentences for brutal murder of elderly Upington businesswoman

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

Life sentences were handed down to two of the accused convicted for the robbery and brutal murder of retired Upington businesswoman Judith Redelinghuys. Her hands ...

South Africa's National Minimum Wage to rise to R30.23 an hour from March

Philippa Larkin|Published

South Africa's National Minimum Wage will rise to R30.23 per hour from 1 March 2026, providing essential relief to millions of low-paid workers while challenging ...

'I loved leading the DA': Steenhuisen bows out, calls tenure ‘mission accomplished’

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

DA leader John Steenhuisen has pulled out of the party’s leadership contest.

Northern Cape High Court dismisses appeal over Judge Mokogoro’s electronic will

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

The last will and testament of the late Constitutional Court Judge Yvonne Mokgoro has become the centre of several legal battles involving her life partner and children. ...

Kimberley loses Proteas Women vs Pakistan T20 match after Diamond Oval ruled non-compliant

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

Kimberley has lost the right to host the third T20 International between the Proteas Women and Pakistan Women after Cricket South Africa ruled the Diamond Oval non-compliant ...

Political parties criticised for using Tyla's Grammy win for their agendas

Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Tyla’s second Grammy win sparked online backlash after political parties used their branding in their congratulatory message.

Watch VideoWATCH | Witness F returns to the hot seat at Madlanga Commission

Kamogelo Moichela|Published

On Tuesday, the commission was presented with WhatsApp messages, screenshots and voice notes that appear to place a serving police officer at the centre of possible ...

ANC Youth League supports EFF's initiative for automatic voter registration for 18-year-olds

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The ANC Youth League has thrown its weight behind the EFF's groundbreaking proposal to automatically register young South Africans as voters upon turning 18, aiming ...

Virgin Active's membership fees go up, but Mzansi says 'not today!'

Bernelee Vollmer|Published

South African gym-goers are fuming after Virgin Active raised membership fees by over 30%, promising 'upgrades' that many say don’t exist.

Former intelligence officer claims deputy police commissioner Sindile Mfazi was poisoned, not killed by Covid-19

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

A former Crime Intelligence officer has testified before Parliament, alleging that Deputy National Commissioner Sindile Mfazi was poisoned and that his death was ...

US sliding towards 'authoritarianism', Human Rights Watch warns

AFP|Published

Human Rights Watch has issued a grave warning that President Donald Trump's leadership is pushing the United States towards authoritarianism, as global democracy ...

US fighter jet shoots down Iranian drone amid rising tensions

AFP|Published

A US fighter jet shot down an Iranian drone near an American aircraft carrier, intensifying tensions in the Middle East as diplomatic talks are still on the agenda. ...

R100 to R300 just to apply: Thousands compete for limited spots as universities collect millions in application fees

Simon Majadibodu|Published

With hundreds of thousands applying for just tens of thousands of spots — generating millions in fees — critics say the system disproportionately affects learners ...