Gayton McKenzie, the leader of the Patriotic Alliance and South Africa's Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, has addressed growing criticism surrounding his commitment to combating illegal immigration.
Anita Nkonki|Published

McKenzie stands firm on illegal immigration fight as accusations of selling out circulate ...

Weather alert: thunderstorms and flooding to disrupt New Year celebrations across South Africa

Fanelesibonge Bengu|Published

South Africans planning outdoor New Year celebrations may need to reconsider as the Weather Service issues Yellow Level 2 and 4 warnings for multiple provinces. ...

Outrage over child drinking videos prompts calls for nightlife regulation

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Amid rising alcohol consumption and shocking viral videos of children drinking, South African authorities are calling for stricter regulations on nightlife to protect ...

Authorities sound alarm on drink-spiking syndicates this festive season

Anita Nkonki|Published

A night Out That Ends in Robbery, or Worse: SAPS Sounds Alarm on Drink Spiking Syndicates

Watch VideoBafana Bafana banking on Lyle Foster’s verve to cross Sunday’s AFCON last-16 round hurdle

Herman Gibbs|Published

As AFCON unfolds, South Africa’s Bafana Bafana rely on Lyle Foster’s impressive performances, and coach Hugo Broos has highlighted the striker’s pivotal role as ...

South Africa's economy 2026 outlook: GDP and job growth forecast

Thami Magubane|Published

Economists express cautious optimism for South Africa's economic growth in 2026, highlighting the need for policy reforms and increased investor confidence to tackle ...

Cederberg wildfire 80% contained, but thousands of hectares still at risk

Brandon Nel|Published

A massive wildfire in the Cederberg mountains has scorched over 34,000 hectares, with firefighting efforts ongoing.

Watch VideoJoburg Super Kings not taking Durban’s Super Giants lightly despite handing them a beating on Tuesday

Ongama Gcwabe|Published

The Joburg Super Kings are set to host the Durban’s Super Giants at the Bullring on Thursday for their first home fixture of the new season.

Watch VideoHow Zee Nxumalo dominated the South African music scene in 2025

Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Zee Nxumalo became a cultural phenomenon in 2025, from being the most-streamed female artist to redefining storytelling through her short film.

Gwarube reveals that less than half of teacher vetting applications have been processed

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Updated

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has disclosed that only 47% of the 97,576 applications for vetting teachers against the National Register of Sex Offenders ...

Why South Africa’s taxi industry pays almost no tax

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

One of South Africa’s most lucrative industries, the taxi sector, worth an estimated R100 billion a year, is reportedly operating almost tax-free.

Urgent call for competent, financially literate municipal councillors - Minister Hlabisa

Thami Magubane|Published

Councillors must possess the ability to understand complex documents to improve local governance, as highlighted by Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa and various councillors. ...

Watch VideoRyan Rickelton stands tall in SA20 opening week as he fights for T20 World Cup spot

Ongama Gcwabe|Published

After being sidelined for the Proteas' recent tour of India, Ryan Rickelton has reignited his T20 World Cup ambitions with a staggering 113 off 65 balls in the SA20 ...

Parents cite social media and screen time as top health concerns for kids in 2025

Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Discover expert strategies and insights to reclaim childhood joy beyond the digital confines, and learn how to safeguard your kids’ well-being amid relentless technology. ...

Basic Education spends R7.1 billion on ICT in three years

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has revealed that provincial Education departments spent R7.1 billion on information and communication technology over the ...

Watch VideoStormers must block Springboks coach talk to tame the Bulls in URC derby

Leighton Koopman|Updated

The Stormers head into a crucial north–south derby against the Bulls, with their unbeaten URC record on the line. As Bulls coach Johan Ackermann stirs the pot with ...

Watch Video86 all out: Durban's Super Giants coach Lance Klusener hits out at 'awful' Kingsmead surface

Zaahier Adams|Published

Durban’s Super Giants coach Lance Klusener has blasted the Kingsmead surface after his team were blown for 86 in their first completed home Betway SA20 game of the ...

Shocking ambush in Mpumalanga: Two killed by suspects hiding in bushes, two-year-old unharmed

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Two men tragically lost their lives in a shocking ambush by armed suspects in Hazyview, Mpumalanga, while a two-year-old child miraculously escaped unharmed.

America is not angry at South Africa – it is confused by our Constitution

Sherwyn Sean Cupido-Weaich|Published

As geopolitical tensions rise, the real issue lies in America's misunderstanding of South Africa's Constitution. What does this mean for both nations?

Northern Cape police warn residents over fireworks ahead of New Year celebrations

Morgan Morgan|Published

The Northern Cape police have warned residents and traders that illegal fireworks sales and reckless use during New Year celebrations will be met with swift enforcement ...