SA slams Israel’s Somaliland recognition as threat to regional peace

IOL Reporter|Published

Pretoria says by recognising Somaliland as an independent state, Israel has challenged Somalia’s authority and could trigger instability across the Horn of Africa. ...

Watch VideoStormers sweating over Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, Damian Willemse's fitness

Mike Greenaway|Published

The buildup to Saturday’s highly anticipated North-South derby has taken a contentious turn as the Stormers grapple with a depleted backline and questions over the ...

Watch VideoThe 'minnows’ continue to serve up humble pie in Morocco at AFCON 2025

Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

The age-old cliché that " there are no small teams in Africa" has moved from tired rhetoric to undeniable reality at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations.

Watch VideoFive viral lifestyle trends that defined 2025

Gerry Cupido|Published

Discover the top five lifestyle trends that captivated South Africa in 2025, from quirky collectables to innovative tech that enhances our daily lives.

WATCH: Anthony Joshua escapes death as two die in horror Nigeria road crash

Xolile Mtembu|Updated

Former heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua has survived a devastating car crash in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two people.

Watch VideoBafana brace for familiar test against Zimbabwe in AFCON Group decider

Mihlali Baleka|Updated

Bafana Bafana must get a result against neighbours Zimbabwe at Stade de Marrakech on Monday night to guarantee progression to the AFCON Round of 16.

Sol Plaatje rolls out smart prepaid electricity meters for Kimberley businesses

Staff Reporter|Published

Sol Plaatje Municipality has begun rolling out 2,532 smart prepaid electricity meters at businesses across Kimberley as part of a R35 million project linked to a ...

WATCH: Fists fly in wild Jeffreys Bay pub brawl

Brandon Nel and Xolile Mtembu|Published

Boxing Day lived up to its name in Jeffreys Bay when drunk rival bikers went at each other in a bare-knuckle brawl at a popular local pub. The fight got so out of ...

Tragic Christmas Day: Man succumbs to Cape cobra bite

Murray Swart|Published

A 56-year-old man tragically dies from a Cape cobra bite while enjoying Christmas outdoors, highlighting the dangers of snake encounters in South Africa.

Watch VideoTop five New Year's Eve movies to kickstart your 2026

Gerry Cupido|Published

Embrace the magic of New Year's Eve from the comfort of your couch with our curated list of five films that perfectly capture the spirit of celebration and reflection. ...

Babalwa M addresses performance withdrawal controversy, denies alcohol demands

Anita Nkonki|Published

Babalwa M speaks out after withdrawing from Itsoseng Delicious event due to promoter conduct

Watch VideoState of the URC: Stormers sitting pretty but Bulls, Sharks, Lions have plenty to do

Mike Greenaway|Published

As the United Rugby Championship returns to full throttle, South Africa’s franchises are back from the festive break and some are under immense pressure.

Transalloys issues retrenchment notice: A bleak outlook for South Africa’s last manganese smelter

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Transalloys, South Africa’s last manganese smelter, faces a dire situation as it issues a retrenchment notice that could jeopardise 600 jobs and threaten the livelihoods ...

Teenage pregnancies in South Africa: A call to address statutory rape

Gcwalisile Khanyile|Published

Communities are urged to report perpetrators of teenage pregnancy cases linked to statutory rape and intergenerational sexual encounters.

Two children killed as packed SUV flips near Uniondale

Brandon Nel|Published

A packed SUV became a death trap at the weekend when it overturned just outside Uniondale, killing two children — including a five-year-old boy — and leaving five ...

Department of Social Development investigates alarming videos of children drinking alcohol

Anita Nkonki|Published

Department of Social Development investigates alarming videos of children drinking alcohol

Australia's Bondi Beach attack hero opens up about brave act

AFP|Updated

Ahmed al Ahmed, a hero of the Bondi Beach shooting, recalls his harrowing experience of confronting the attackers to protect innocent lives, sharing his story of ...

'New year, New you'? Nah, let's just start with awareness

Marlene Minopetros|Published

New Year's resolutions often fail because they're based on external pressures or fleeting trends rather than genuine self-awareness, leading to unrealistic expectations ...

Viral video: KZN taxi driver arrested in festive season crackdown in Newcastle

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

A viral video captures the dramatic arrest of a taxi driver in Newcastle during a festive season roadblock, part of a larger crackdown by the KwaZulu-Natal Department ...