India and Russia advance defence and energy ties amid US tariff pressure

AFP|Published

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted Russia's President Vladimir Putin Friday, with defence and trade ties centre stage as New Delhi faces heavy US pressure ...

Home Affairs extends office hours: Secure your travel documents before the festive season

Wendy Dondolo|Updated

South Africa's Department of Home Affairs is extending its office hours, allowing citizens to secure essential travel documents ahead of year-end celebrations.

Toyota reveals advanced supercar prototype with V8 power, over 470kW!

Jason Woosey|Published

Toyota’s new flagship sports car was engineered from the ground up as a road-legal race car. Here's what you can expect when it launches in 2027:

Not In My Name | Ramaphosa calls on South African men to confront gender-based violence

Hope Ntanzi|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on South African men to take responsibility for ending gender-based violence, urging them to confront toxic masculinity, support ...

Why your grocery bill doesn't match the inflation rate: understanding SA's new economic reality

Sanjith Hannuman|Published

In an era where your personal expenses diverge from inflation statistics, understanding your unique inflation rate has never been more crucial. Explore how the South ...

Accused rejects rape, blames ‘rough sex’ for injuries

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

A Kimberley journalist standing trial for multiple rapes involving a 14-year-old girl and two women has blamed the allegations on consensual “rough sex”, personal ...

Indy photojournalist Ayanda Ndamane wins big at Vodacom awards

Staff Reporter|Updated

Ayanda Ndamane's powerful photograph, 'Caught in the crossfire,' captured the essence of social issues in South Africa, earning him the prestigious Vodacom Journalist ...

Bester and co-accused back in court for pre-trial hearing

Se-Anne Rall|Updated

Thabo Bester and Dr Nandipha Magudumana are back in court on Friday.

US State Department urges Americans to leave Venezuela, avoid travel to country

Sputnik|Published

All US citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents in Venezuela are strongly advised to depart immediately, the travel advisory said.

South African clubs face five big tests as European season opens with Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup

Lance Fredericks|Published

South African rugby clubs begin Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup campaigns this weekend. Read five matchups — tactical tests, set-piece showdowns and ...

Community steps in after sewage problems leave Ritchie grandmother homeless

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

A 61-year-old grandmother's home in Ritchie was left uninhabitable due to severe sewage problems, prompting community members to take action and divert the overflowing ...

Watch VideoLIVE | Mchunu unpacks reasons for Political Killings Task Team disbandment

Kamogelo Moichela|Updated

Testifying on Thursday, Mchunu conceded there had been “no meeting, no briefing, and no formal engagement” before he instructed the national police management to ...

Mourners gather to pay tribute to ANC Stalwart Mamma Siena Nontlebo Pefile after brutal attack

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

The ANC in the Frances Baard region held a prayer service in honour of Mamma Siena Nontlebo Pefile, following her tragic death. Pefile was reportedly attacked in ...

Modi rolls out the red carpet for Putin

AFP|Published

Modi welcomed Putin at the airport on Thursday with a warm hug on a red carpet, before the two rode together in the same car to a private dinner -- mirroring a lift ...

Farm murder: Second suspect arrested in brutal killing of 77-year-old Limpopo farmer Attie Mahne

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

A second suspect has been arrested in the shocking murder of 77-year-old farmer Attie Mahne in Limpopo, following a coordinated police operation just days after ...

Pentagon endorses Australia submarine pact

AFP|Published

The administration of Donald Trump said earlier this year it was reviewing a 2021 deal for the nuclear-powered attack subs signed under his presidential predecessor ...

Diamond Archery Club claims back-to-back glory and dominates ABO Nationals

Danie van der Lith|Published

Diamond Archery Club from the Northern Cape has made history at the 2025 ABO National Championships, claiming back-to-back titles and dominating across nine classes. ...

Lamola to Washington: Congrats on the G20 crown, try not to trip over the facts

Xolile Mtembu|Published

South Africa's Justice Minister, Ronald Lamola, delivers a powerful rebuttal to US accusations of undermining consensus during the G20 Presidency, asserting that ...

WATCH: SA man kicked out of Australia over neo-Nazi protest returns with wife and child

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

Matthew Gruter, a South African civil engineer, landed in the country with his family after being expelled from Australia for participating in a neo-Nazi protest. ...