Watch VideoWATCH | Fikile Mbalula addresses Ramaphosa resignation rumours after NEC meeting

Simon Majadibodu|Published

The African National Congress is set to address rumours surrounding President Cyril Ramaphosa’s future at a post-NEC media briefing on Tuesday, with secretary general ...

Navy Chief's criticism of defence funding prompts ministerial backlash

Staff Reporter|Published

In response to Lobese’s remarks, the Department of Defence and Military Veterans distanced itself from what it described as an “unfortunate outburst worst still ...

A diplomatic swing: With Pretoria–Washington ties collapsing, the US is boldly cosying up to Zambia

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The United States is deepening its ties with Zambia through a phone call between President Hichilema and Secretary Marco Rubio, high-level talks on a major new health-assistance ...

SA motorists poised for eight-year licence cards as Creecy tackles crippling backlogs

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy announces a potential shift to eight-year driver’s licences for South Africans, aiming to ease the backlog in licence issuance ...

How South Africans are spending 70% of their income on debt repayments

Nicola Mawson|Published

Discover how South Africans are grappling with rising living costs and debt, with 70 cents of every rand earned going towards servicing debt.

Will G20 be an economic catalyst for South Africa?

Nicola Mawson|Published

To truly harness the G20 summit's potential, South Africa must tackle its infrastructure challenges head-on.

South Africa halts charter flights bringing Palestinians after entry documentation issues

Ntombizodwa Dlamini|Published

South Africa's Minister of International Relations, Ronald Lamola, has announced a ban on charter flights carrying Palestinians, citing concerns over human trafficking ...

Former minister Malusi Gigaba appears in court as Transnet corruption probe advances

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

Former public enterprises minister Malusi Gigaba is in the spotlight as he faces serious corruption charges linked to Transnet contracts, raising questions about ...

Experience the joy of chicken yoga at Hotel Haya

The Washington Post|Published

Join Colleen McHenry at Hotel Haya for a whimsical chicken yoga class where rescued chickens roam freely, bringing laughter and unexpected surprises to your practice. ...

Rising whooping cough cases in 2025 call for renewed focus on vaccination

Staff Reporter|Published

With a rise in whooping cough cases in 2025, health experts stress the importance of vaccinations for young children and vulnerable populations. Discover how to ...

Can Tata break the mould with its new SA-bound Sierra compact SUV?

Jason Woosey|Published

Tata unveils the highly anticipated Sierra compact SUV, promising a unique design and innovative features that aim to shake up the SUV market. Will this retro-modern ...

Watch VideoBombshell claim: Brown Mogotsi says KZN police chief took secret bribe from Vusimuzi Matlala

Kamogelo Moichela|Updated

Mogotsi is accused of acting as a conduit between suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu and alleged crime cartel boss Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala.

ANC introduces rigorous vetting process for mayoral candidates ahead of 2026 elections

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Former Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe has announced that ANC mayoral candidates will undergo extensive vetting to ensure ethical leadership, with 70% needing ...

Centralisation key to delivering Ramaphosa’s R1 trillion infrastructure vision

Zandisile Luphahla|Published

The opinion piece argues that South Africa can only realise President Cyril Ramaphosa’s R1 trillion infrastructure vision by centralising infrastructure budgets ...

Here’s how Correctional Services is cracking down on prison cellphone smuggling

Hope Ntanzi|Published

Minister Pieter Groenewald outlines intensified searches, staff vetting and stricter controls to curb cellphone smuggling in prisons, as Parliament raises alarm ...

South Africa poised for successful G20 summit despite key leaders' absence

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola has dismissed concerns about the absence of key nations at the upcoming G20 Summit in South Africa, asserting that ...

Watch VideoNigeria crash out of World Cup race amid dramatic shootout and ‘voodoo’ claims

Herman Gibbs|Published

DR Congo’s dramatic penalty shootout victory over Nigeria in World Cup qualifying was overshadowed by allegations of voodoo interference, raising questions about ...

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 ...