Two nabbed in dagga bust as Douglas police intercept taxi on R357

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Two suspects, a 33-year-old female and a 32-year-old male, were arrested in Douglas on Sunday, November 16, for possession of a large quantity of dagga after police ...

SPU collects five honours at MACE Excellence Awards

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Sol Plaatje University’s Department of Institutional Advancement has won five awards at the 2025 MACE Excellence Awards, a national recognition that highlights the ...

Police bust Campbell pair with suspected stolen sheep meat

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Two men are set to appear in the Douglas Magistrate's Court on Monday on charges of possessing suspected stolen meat after being arrested in Campbell on Saturday. ...

British invasion of South Africa to kick off new Nations Championship

Danie van der Lith|Published

The inaugural Nations Championship, launching in July 2026, will see the top 12 rugby nations compete across July and November with a unique Finals Weekend in London, ...

South African man who attended neo-Nazi demonstration booted out of Australia

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Matthew Gruter, a South African man, faces deportation from Australia after participating in a neo-Nazi protest.

Siya Kolisi calls on Mzansi to wear purple this Friday in support of the GBVF campaign

Kamogelo Makhura|Published

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi calls on rugby fans to swap their traditional green for purple on November 21, standing in solidarity against gender-based violence ...

NPA reopens inquest into apartheid-era killing of Booi Mantyi

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

The Northern Cape’s Director of Public Prosecutions has authorised the reopening of the inquest into the 1985 police shooting of anti-apartheid activist Booi Mantyi, ...

Ramaphosa: 250,000 jobs created as South Africa’s economy shows signs of recovery

Hope Ntanzi|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa is showing signs of economic recovery, with falling unemployment, improved government finances, and progress on structural ...

Warning signs: Testosterone’s broader role in men’s health

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Low testosterone can affect a man's physical, sexual and mental health, leading to issues like low libido, erectile dysfunction, reduced muscle mass, and depression, ...

Local business backs Copper Masters with new soccer kit

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

The Copper Masters soccer team recently received a sponsored kit, a boost that will stand them in good stead in the Sol Plaatje Masters League.

Kimberley attorney accused of stealing millions from clients

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

A Kimberley attorney and conveyancer has been arrested by the Hawks and charged with theft, fraud and money laundering after allegedly misappropriating more than ...

Ox Nché suspends all orders for the Ox Kraal clothing brand amid legal dispute

Lutho Pasiya|Published

South African rugby star Ox Nché has announced a temporary pause on orders from his clothing brand, Ox Kraal, due to a legal dispute affecting the online store.

Blitzbok Women storm to Africa Sevens glory without conceding a single point

Danie van der Lith|Published

The Springbok Women’s Sevens dominated the Africa Cup, beating Kenya 22-0 in the final and completing the tournament without conceding a point.

Watch VideoWATCH | 121 political killings dockets under scrutiny | Madlanga Commission

Kamogelo Moichela|Updated

Mkhwanazi has alleged the dockets were irregularly removed from the PKTT and left “collecting dust” in the office of suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner ...

Watch VideoSafa set to trial VAR during Nedbank Cup semi-finals

Michael Sherman|Updated

South African football is set to trial the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) during the Nedbank Cup semi-finals in April 2026, with the SA Football Association appointing ...

Inquest opened after decomposed body is found in Colville

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

The Kimberley police have opened an inquest into the death of an unidentified man whose decomposed body was found in Colville.

Law firm considers class action for women affected by YAZ PLUS birth control error

IOL Reporter|Updated

LHL Attorneys Inc. is investigating a potential class action against Bayer (Pty) Ltd after a major packaging error in its YAZ PLUS contraceptive pills allegedly ...

Construction sector signs major reform pact to tackle delays, cost overruns and governance failures

Tawanda Karombo|Published

South Africa's construction sector is grappling with significant challenges, including project delays and skills shortages, as highlighted during the recent National ...

Calvinia families step into new homes as MEC Vass hands over latest units

Morgan Morgan|Published

Ten Calvinia families have received the keys to their new homes as the Northern Cape advances its R1 billion housing project.