SAHRC final report details serious rights violations at NC mental health hospital, calls for urgent reform

Danie van der Lith|Published

The South African Human Rights Commission has released a final investigative report exposing severe systemic failures at the Northern Cape Mental Health Hospital ...

Port Nolloth police intercept truck, seize illicit cigarettes worth nearly R260,000

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Port Nolloth police intercepted a delivery truck and seized 912 cartons of illicit cigarettes worth nearly R260,000 during a routine stop on Tuesday.

Riders push limits at Swords Series Pretoria East 2026

Danie van der Lith|Published

More than 300 riders competed at Swords Series Pretoria East 2026, with standout endurance performances in both men’s and women’s races. The weekend also highlighted ...

Ritchie community unites to support Rietvale High School

Danie van der Lith|Published

The Ritchie Community Education and Attendance Development Committee has been launched to support Rietvale High School by addressing absenteeism, safety, and academic ...

Search continues for five Ekapa mineworkers as Kimberley prays for a miracle

Danie van der Lith|Published

Ekapa Minerals confirmed on Wednesday morning that intensive search and rescue operations are continuing for five mineworkers trapped 890 metres underground following ...

Kimberley Mental Health Hospital trial transferred to Northern Cape High Court

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

The fraud and corruption trial linked to the R1 billion Kimberley Mental Health Hospital will be transferred to the Northern Cape High Court in April, after the ...

Rachel Kolisi and Melissa Nayimuli to join the 2026 Forbes Woman Africa Leading Women Summit panel

Kamogelo Makhura|Published

The 2026 Forbes Woman Africa Leading Women Summit will feature inspiring speakers like Rachel Kolisi and Melissa Nayimuli, focusing on women's empowerment and economic ...

Life imprisonment for rape of special needs girl

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

A 50-year-old Kimberley man was sentenced to life imprisonment for raping a 15-year-old girl from Roodepan with special needs.

Anele Mdoda-Mgudlwa faces backlash for 'selective outrage' after Bolt driver Isaac Satlat's murder

Lutho Pasiya|Published

Anele Mdoda-Mgudlwa's strong reaction to the murder of Bolt driver Isaac Satlat has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many questioning the selective ...

Watch VideoWATCH: Shadrack Sibiya faces grilling over alleged cartel links at Madlanga commission

Kamogelo Moichela|Updated

Sibiya, a senior cop within the police’s crime intelligence structures, is accused of being in cahoots with Katiso “KT” Molefe and Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, men alleged ...

South African women referees earn prestigious Six Nations appointments

Danie van der Lith|Published

SA Rugby has congratulated Aimee Barrett Theron, Zoe Naude, and Giana Viljoen on their Women’s Six Nations appointments, with Barrett Theron set to referee her 50th ...

Tragic mass shooting in Athlone claims three lives, including a baby

Murray Swart|Published

A mass shooting at Sunbird Court in Athlone leaves three dead, including a nine-month-old baby, prompting community outrage and demands for justice.

Watch VideoGavin Hunt targets home advantage as Stellenbosch host Magesi in the Betway Premiership

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Stellenbosch FC will look to refocus on their Betway Premiership campaign when they host Magesi FC at the Danie Craven Stadium after ending their brief stint in ...

Watch VideoHome advantage the secret weapon as Richards Bay prepare for Nedbank Cup last 16 against AmaZulu

Malibongwe Mdletshe|Published

Richards Bay’s impressive home record sets the stage for a thrilling Nedbank Cup encounter against provincial rivals AmaZulu FC, as both teams vie for a spot in ...

Polish bishop becomes first to face trial for paedophilia cover-up

AFP|Published

This is the first case in which a high-ranking church hierarchy has faced criminal charges for failing to inform authorities of church abuse by clergy.

Watch VideoURC scrum battle: Sharks’ powerhouse front row faces disciplined Lions challenge

John Goliath|Published

Boasting 32 scrum penalties won this season, the Sharks are leaning on Springbok experience to hunt a top-eight spot.

YouTube says brief outage fixed

AFP|Published

More than 300,000 reports were received by tracking site, Downdetector.

Watch VideoBolt says murdered Isaac Satlat was using another driver’s profile, not eligible for compensation

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

Bolt confirms that Isaac Satlat, a 22-year-old Nigerian driver murdered in Pretoria, was using another driver’s profile, raising serious questions about safety and ...

Watch VideoRacism storm overshadows Real Madrid victory as PSG win in Champions League

AFP|Published

Real Madrid’s 1-0 victory over Benfica in the Champions League play-off was overshadowed by alleged racial abuse against Vinicius Junior, while PSG staged a comeback ...