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|Published

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 ...

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 ...

AGOA extension signed into law, but South Africa remains on the tariff frontline

Jason Woosey|Published

With the US renewing the African Growth and Opportunity Act until 2026, South Africa faces uncertain trade prospects amid ongoing tariff challenges.

Steenhuisen's exit reshapes DA leadership race: Msimanga vs Hill-Lewis

Karabo Ngoepe|Published

John Steenhuisen's decision not to contest the DA leadership race in April has sparked speculation about his successor. As South Africa approaches a pivotal local ...

AFU secures R11m recovery after Foschini accountant falls victim to WhatsApp fraud

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover how the AFU recovered R11 million after a Foschini accountant was duped in a sophisticated WhatsApp scam, highlighting the urgent need for vigilance against ...

Northern Cape land reform under scrutiny during committee oversight visit

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

The Portfolio Committee on Land Reform and Rural Development will meet with Communal Property Associations and conduct oversight visits at various land development ...

Allegations of an arms deal involving David Mabuza's nephew emerge from Gauteng officer's testimony

Rapula Moatshe|Published

Witness F's testimony at the Madlanga Commission uncovers alarming details about an alleged arms deal involving Siphiwe Mabuza, the nephew of the late deputy president ...

DA forces push for Steenhuisen's removal over GNU support - sources

Kamogelo Moichela|Published

According to multiple sources, a powerful faction aligned with DA chairperson Helen Zille is backing Hill-Lewis, framing him as a generational shift and a firmer ...

New month, new shows: Your guide to the best TV picks for February

Marlene Minopetros|Published

New shows are hitting the screens in February, including " Farmer Wants A Wife – Australia" Season 15, " Uthando neS’thembu" S9, " I Blew It" S7, " Landman" S2, ...

Watch VideoBTS to perform exclusive livestream concert on Netflix March 21

Marlene Minopetros|Published

BTS will perform a free concert at Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square on March 21, which will be livestreamed exclusively on Netflix to over 190 countries.