Luxury, Power and Access: How “Cat” Matlala sought to run a R70 million private terminal at OR Tambo

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Controversial businessman Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala, embroiled in numerous corruption scandals, attempted to secure R70 million in funding from Nedbank for a luxury ...

A rare blue diamond in the shape of Africa weighing more than 41 carats has been recovered from South Africa’s renowned Cullinan ...

Danie van der Lith|Published

A rare 41.82 carat Type IIb blue diamond recovered from South Africa’s Cullinan Mine is being analysed ahead of sale, with experts estimating it could fetch up to ...

TGRSA crews endure puncture plagued stage 12 to stay in Dakar fight

Danie van der Lith|Published

Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa’s Dakar crews battled punctures and mechanical setbacks on Stage 12, reaching the finish and staying classified ahead of the final ...

Day visits to Kruger National Park remain suspended as flooding forces camp closure

Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Severe flooding has forced the indefinite suspension of day visits to Kruger National Park, impacting tourism and safety as infrastructure suffers extensive damage. ...

Investigation launched into Gayton McKenzie’s Venice Biennale decision

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie faces scrutiny from the Public Protector following his controversial decision to withdraw South Africa's submission ...

Crime Intelligence head Khumalo refutes state capture claims during parliamentary inquiry

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Dumisani Khumalo, head of Crime Intelligence, vehemently denies state capture allegations during his testimony before the Ad Hoc Committee, asserting his commitment ...

Safety concerns rise as Bolt investigates robbery incident involving branded vehicle

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Bolt South Africa is investigating a robbery incident involving a branded vehicle, following a viral video showing men allegedly robbing women

Watch VideoMeet Yerin Ha: The new leading lady of Bridgerton season four

Gerry Cupido|Published

Discover the enchanting world of Bridgerton as Yerin Ha steps into the spotlight as Sophie Baek, bringing a fresh twist to the beloved series in its fourth season. ...

Debate ignites over school hair policies after viral TikTok shows braids being cut

Gerry Cupido|Published

Every December, school children enjoy a break from strict hair rules, but a viral TikTok video showing the harsh cutting of braids has reignited the debate on school ...

Weekend weather: Heavy rain and thunderstorms expected across large parts of SA

Wendy Dondolo|Published

South Africa is set to experience heavy rain and thunderstorms this Saturday, particularly in the central and eastern regions, leading to potential flooding and ...

Solly Malatsi's directive raises concerns over Starlink's operations in South Africa

Theolin Tembo|Updated

Minister Solly Malatsi faces intense scrutiny over his directive that could facilitate Elon Musk's Starlink operations in South Africa.

What was he giving police? Video sparks probe after hawker filmed handing item to cops

Jonisayi Maromo|Published

A video circulating on social media has prompted an inquiry by the South African Police Service in Mpumalanga, as it allegedly shows an officer taking items from ...

President Ramaphosa hosts Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, President of Madagascar, after turbulent political transition

Jonisayi Maromo|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa welcomed his Malagasy counterpart, Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, for a pivotal working visit in Pretoria, focusing on strengthening bilateral ...

Hino 700 trucks recalled in South Africa due to potential fuel leak

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

The National Consumer Commission has issued an urgent recall for 58 Hino 700 Series trucks in South Africa due to a serious safety defect in the fuel pump housing. ...

Premier Zamani Saul reshuffles Northern Cape Executive Council

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Northern Cape Premier Dr Zamani Saul reshuffles the provincial Executive Council, appointing Nontobeko Vilakazi as MEC for Health, Mase Manopole to Social Development, ...

MK Party demands Hawks probe DA Ministers over lion bone trade allegations

Hope Ntanzi|Updated

Amid allegations of unethical conduct, the MK Party calls on the Hawks to probe DA Ministers John Steenhuisen and Willie Aucamp for their alleged role in facilitating ...

Three 21‑year‑old suspects held in Kimberley drug raid on Tyson Road

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Kimberley Public Order Police arrested three 21‑year‑old men on 15 January 2026 during a Tyson Road patrol in Galeshewe, seizing suspected mandrax tablets with an ...

‘Cat Matlala lied about dual citizenship,’ Khumalo tells Parliament

Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Khumalo further revealed that authorities in Eswatini confirmed the ID was issued to Matlala but through what they described as highly irregular and procedurally ...

Khumalo identifies O'Sullivan as a key person of interest in ongoing investigations

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Crime Intelligence boss Dumisani Khumalo revealed to the parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee that forensic investigator Paul O'Sullivan has been a 'person of interest' ...