Public barred as heavily guarded Sol Plaatje special council meeting collapses

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

A heavily guarded Sol Plaatje special council meeting to appoint an acting municipal manager collapsed after opposition parties walked out, with councillors and ...

Kimberley Diamonds Social League results: Big wins, comebacks, and top checkouts

Danie van der Lith|Published

Week four of the Kimberley Diamonds Social Darts League delivered dominant victories, dramatic comebacks and standout individual performances as the competition ...

Braai prices on fire: How inflation is burning a hole in your pocket!

Thobeka Ngema|Published

Rising braai costs, tracked by Stats SA over three years, are impacting South Africa’s festive braai tradition.

Unemployment decline shows economic plan working, says ANC

Wendy Dondolo|Published

ANC spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu says the recent 0.5 percentage point drop in South Africa’s unemployment rate shows that government-led economic interventions are ...

State Attorney rejects Malusi Gigaba’s plea for state-funded defence in Transnet corruption case

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

Former minister Malusi Gigaba appeared in the Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg alongside former Transnet executives, where the court heard that the State Attorney ...

Cyril Ramaphosa faces tough questions as he defends SONA amid fierce criticism

Simon Majadibodu|Published

After two days of sharp criticism in Parliament, President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to defend his State of the Nation Address amid opposition claims that his ...

Doja Cat can't contain her excitement for 'finally going to SA' as headliner of Global Citizen concert

Kamogelo Makhura|Published

Doja Cat has officially announced her upcoming performance in South Africa for the Global Citizen concert, expressing excitement about connecting with fans and highlighting ...

Several dead after Zimbabwe-bound bus crashes on N1 near Makhado

Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Several people have reportedly died after a Zimbabwe-bound bus veered off the N1 near Ingwe Lodge outside Makhado, forcing authorities to close the road in both ...

Watch VideoJoshlin Smith Two Years Later: Where is she and will we ever find her?

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Two years after the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith, the small town of Saldanha remains haunted by her absence, as the community grapples with unanswered ...

What's on in Kimberley from February 18 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.

South Africa to launch six-month HIV prevention injection across six provinces

Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Starting between April and June this year, Lenacapavir a six-month HIV prevention injection will become available at over 300 healthcare facilities, marking a significant ...

Watch VideoGAME DAY | The Big debate: Orlando Pirates, Mamelodi Sundowns, or a draw? Our writers on Wednesday’s showdown

Obakeng Meletse, Mihlali Baleka and Herman Gibbs|Published

Our scribes, Mihlali Baleka, Herman Gibbs and Obakeng Meletse predict the outcome of Wednesday’s top-of-the-table clash: will Orlando Pirates keep the points, Mamelodi ...

SAHRC final report details serious rights violations at NC mental health hospital, calls for urgent reform

Danie van der Lith|Published

The South African Human Rights Commission has released a final investigative report exposing severe systemic failures at the Northern Cape Mental Health Hospital ...

Port Nolloth police intercept truck, seize illicit cigarettes worth nearly R260,000

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Port Nolloth police intercepted a delivery truck and seized 912 cartons of illicit cigarettes worth nearly R260,000 during a routine stop on Tuesday.

Riders push limits at Swords Series Pretoria East 2026

Danie van der Lith|Published

More than 300 riders competed at Swords Series Pretoria East 2026, with standout endurance performances in both men’s and women’s races. The weekend also highlighted ...

Ritchie community unites to support Rietvale High School

Danie van der Lith|Published

The Ritchie Community Education and Attendance Development Committee has been launched to support Rietvale High School by addressing absenteeism, safety, and academic ...

Search continues for five Ekapa mineworkers as Kimberley prays for a miracle

Danie van der Lith|Published

Ekapa Minerals confirmed on Wednesday morning that intensive search and rescue operations are continuing for five mineworkers trapped 890 metres underground following ...

Kimberley Mental Health Hospital trial transferred to Northern Cape High Court

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

The fraud and corruption trial linked to the R1 billion Kimberley Mental Health Hospital will be transferred to the Northern Cape High Court in April, after the ...

Rachel Kolisi and Melissa Nayimuli to join the 2026 Forbes Woman Africa Leading Women Summit panel

Kamogelo Makhura|Published

The 2026 Forbes Woman Africa Leading Women Summit will feature inspiring speakers like Rachel Kolisi and Melissa Nayimuli, focusing on women's empowerment and economic ...