Minister Steenhuisen pushing for state of disaster over foot-and-mouth crisis

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen is set to request a national disaster declaration as he unveils a comprehensive 10-year plan to tackle the devastating foot-and-mouth ...

Sol Plaatje Municipality launches official WhatsApp channel for real-time updates

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Sol Plaatje Municipality has launched an official WhatsApp channel to deliver real‑time updates on water and electricity outages, planned upgrades, office and road ...

Watch VideoBattling Bulls need to cut their suit according to their cloth if they are to recover

Mike Greenaway|Published

As the ghosts of a legendary Lions era haunt Johan Ackermann’s expansive game plan, the question must be asked: did the " rebel" players discard Jake White’s Bulls ...

50 pupils accused of matric exam cheating in Limpopo, turn to court

Zelda Venter|Published

Fifty learners from Baphutheng Senior Secondary School in Limpopo are challenging accusations of cheating in court after their exam results were withheld for over ...

SAPS ordered to pay R764m to service providers for intellectual property

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

The Gauteng High Court, Pretoria has ordered the SA Police Service to pay R764 million to three companies for the sale of intellectual property related to key computer ...

Kagisho police appeal for help to trace missing mother, two young children

Marlene Minopetros|Published

The Kagisho police are urgently seeking the public's help to locate 33‑year‑old Lerato Moeti and her two young children, last seen boarding a Bloemfontein‑bound ...

February could see more fuel price relief, but oil prices remain a risk

Jason Woosey|Published

South African petrol and diesel prices fell to four-year lows in January, thanks to a strong rand, but rising international oil prices and supply risks could temper ...

EFF urges SA to reject AGOA extension, accuses US of geopolitical self-interest

Kamogelo Moichela|Published

As the US House of Representatives approves a three-year AGOA extension, the EFF warns South Africa of the risks tied to US geopolitical interests—should the government ...

Northern Cape top cop congratulates Class of 2025, urges school safety as 2026 term begins

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Northern Cape provincial commissioner Lt-Gen Koliswa Otola congratulated the 2025 matric class, urged a safe 2026 school year, and issued safety guidelines for learners, ...

Education crisis as more girls than boys complete matric in South Africa

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

South Africa's Basic Education Minister warns of a growing crisis as significantly more girls than boys complete matric, with many male students dropping out between ...

Five distinctions for teen lost at sea off Mozambique coast

Brandon Nel|Updated

Rikus Kylander bagged five distinctions in his matric exams. But the 18‑year‑old, of Krugersdorp, Gauteng, cannot celebrate his achievements as he disappeared while ...

Macpherson guns for parties, individuals behind obstructing reforms at IDT

Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Macpherson did not abuse his power or breach the Executive Ethics Code, the public protector found.

Urgent firefighting operations under way in Overstrand amid wildfire crisis

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

Amid escalating wildfires, Overstrand and Southern Cape face a critical crisis as firefighting efforts intensify. Discover the challenges and urgent responses from ...

WATCH: Video of 'disposable' African soldiers singing on Russia-Ukraine frontline goes viral

Hope Ntanzi|Published

In Russia, a group of African men, reportedly mercenaries, appear joyful in the snow as a Russian general records them, amid allegations that South Africans were ...

US designates Muslim Brotherhood branches as terrorist organisations

AFP|Published

This decision marks a significant escalation in the ongoing struggle against the pan-Islamist movement, which has faced increasing pressure from regional powers. ...

Dakar Rally 2026: TGRSA crews battle navigation, punctures and fatigue on brutal marathon stage 9

Danie van der Lith|Published

Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa endured one of its toughest days at Dakar 2026 as Stage 9 tested navigation, tyre management and endurance, with all three crews ...

Two arrested in Musina after police discover explosives during traffic stop

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Police in Musina arrested two men after discovering over 100 blasting cartridges and detonators in their vehicle during a routine stop for speeding on the N1 freeway. ...

Soweto entrepreneur turns million-rand setback into major business win

Lutho Pasiya|Published

Discover how Soweto entrepreneur Hlumelo Nyaluza turned a costly comma error into a stepping stone for success, raising millions and planning global expansion for ...

Back to school 2026: Government pledges placement for all learners

Wendy Dondolo|Published

With the 2026 academic year commencing, the government reassures parents and caregivers of public schools' readiness to welcome learners.