Barkly West resident dies in shanty fire on New Year's Day
Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

Barkly West resident dies in shanty fire on New Year's Day

New Year's Day tragedies as two drown near Barkly West

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

Two people are believed to have drowned near Barkly West on New Year's Day including a ten year old boy who was travelling on horseback near Delportshoop. The police ...

'The numbers keep coming': BMA processed over 30 buses by midday as Beitbridge peak continues

Jonisayi Maromo|Published

The Border Management Authority reports a dramatic increase in bus traffic at Beitbridge, processing over 30 buses by midday on Monday, as post-festive travel volumes ...

Steady and solid: TGRSA settle into Dakar rhythm after Stage 1

Lance Fredericks|Published

Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa impresses in Stage 1 of the 2026 Dakar Rally, with all crews overcoming challenges and showcasing their skills in a demanding terrain. ...

Here are the SASSA grant payment dates for January 2026 — and why biometric verification matters

Wendy Dondolo|Published

SASSA has released the January 2026 payment schedule for social grants, emphasising the need for beneficiaries to verify their biometric details to prevent fraud ...

Proteas pick De Kock, snub Rickelton

Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Ryan Rickelton to miss Proteas' T20 World Cup campaign

Surviving Januworry: How to give basic ingredients a budget-friendly glow-up

Gerry Cupido|Published

January can feel like a financial marathon, but it doesn't have to mean sacrificing flavour. Discover creative ways to transform pantry staples into delicious, budget-friendly ...

NSFAS announces completion of 2026 funding applications as reform debate continues

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme has processed over 893,000 applications for 2026, with 609,403 students qualifying for funding. Meanwhile, the Finance ...

Watch VideoBafana Bafana seek to plug defensive gaps ahead of Cameroon clash

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Ricardo Goss says the team must tighten up defensively for their Africa Cup of Nations last-16 showdown against Cameroon.

Watch Video“I never was worried”: John Dobson’s verdict on Stormers’ gritty win in north-south Bulls derby

Leighton Koopman|Published

Stormers director of rugby John Dobson expressed unwavering confidence in his team's ability to secure victory against the Bulls, as they clinched their eighth win ...

Watch VideoJeffreys Bay childminder arrested after toddler found with open wounds

Michael Sherman|Published

A 59-year-old childminder in Jeffreys Bay was arrested on New Year’s Day after a two-year-old girl was found with open wounds, leading to charges of child neglect ...

Watch VideoBafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos vows to show ‘no mercy’ against Cameroon in AFCON clash

Herman Gibbs|Updated

In an exhilarating AFCON showdown, former Cameroon coach Hugo Broos looks to lead Bafana Bafana to victory against his former team.

AFCON last 16: Senegal and Mali advance to quarter-finals as Bafana Bafana prepare for Cameroon

Lance Fredericks|Published

Coach Hugo Broos vows 'no mercy' as Bafana Bafana prepare to clash with Cameroon in the AFCON last 16, while Senegal and ten-man Mali battle through to the quarter-finals ...

UN Secretary-General alarmed as US captures Maduro, warns of dangerous precedent

Xolile Mtembu|Published

The United Nations has voiced deep concern over the United States’ military operation in Venezuela, which reportedly captured President Nicolás Maduro along with ...

'We will run the country': Trump declares US control over Venezuela after military operation

Brandon Nel , Xolile Mtembu and Yasmine Jacobs|Updated

Following a dramatic military strike in Venezuela, Donald Trump declares that the US will oversee a 'safe and proper' transition for the nation, igniting global ...

Fifth Ashes Test: Root and Brook guide England to 211/3 at Sydney Cricket Ground

Staff Reporter|Published

On day one of the fifth Ashes Test at the SCG, Joe Root and Harry Brook forged a vital 154-run partnership, propelling England to 211 for three before bad light ...

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa starts Dakar 2026 strong with a controlled Prologue in Yanbu

Lance Fredericks|Published

Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa kicks off its Dakar 2026 campaign with a strong Prologue in Yanbu, securing top 20 finishes for all crews and emphasising reliability. ...

Kakamas man sentenced for perjury after fabricating hijacking claim

Lance Fredericks|Published

A Kakamas man faces justice after fabricating a hijacking story to claim insurance, leading to a conviction for perjury following a thorough investigation by the ...

Police in Kathu arrest two suspects and recover R80,000 in stolen goods

Lance Fredericks|Published

In a swift operation, Northern Cape police and Rhino Security arrested two suspects in Kathu, recovering stolen goods valued at over R80,000 linked to a New Year’s ...

‘Zero-tolerance’ New Year operations net 292 arrests in Northern Cape

Morgan Morgan|Updated

SAPS says a zero-tolerance, province-wide New Year operation across all five Northern Cape districts from December 31 to January 2 resulted in thousands of stop-and-search ...