Trump hikes US global tariff rate to 15 percent

AFP|Published

Following the Supreme Court's ruling, Donald Trump has doubled down on his promise to maintain an aggressive trade policy.

Grey's Anatomy's ‘McSteamy’, Eric Dane, dies at 53 after ALS battle

Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

In a heartbreaking loss for fans and the entertainment industry, Eric Dane, famously known as 'McSteamy' from Grey's Anatomy, has died at 53 after a courageous battle ...

Watch VideoNo excuses — Miguel Cardoso slams Mamelodi Sundowns’ lack of intensity after shock Nedbank Cup exit

Smiso Msomi|Published

Miguel Cardoso admits emotional readiness, not rotation, cost Mamelodi Sundowns in their Nedbank Cup exit, taking full responsibility after a 2–0 defeat exposed ...

Watch VideoI love it when a plan comes together — Bucs Mthombeni after Casric Stars’ shock penalty win over Orlando Pirates

Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

Casric Stars owner-coach Bucs Mthombeni revealed his tactical masterplan to frustrate Orlando Pirates after the Motsepe Foundation Championship side secured a historic ...

Watch VideoLions Coach Ivan van Rooyen wary of 'wounded' Stormers after Sharks victory

Mike Greenaway|Published

The Lions delivered a vastly improved performance to beat the Sharks at the weekend but coach Ivan van Rooyen says there is much to work on before hosting the Stormers ...

Winter Olympics 2026 — key highlights as the Games near their finale

Lance Fredericks|Published

Get up to speed with the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina: top medal nations, standout performances, South Africa’s athletes in action, and key results shaping ...

Premier League round-up: City pressure mounts, mid-table drama and relegation battles continue

Lance Fredericks|Published

Manchester City cut Arsenal’s Premier League lead to two points with a 2-1 win over Newcastle. Saturday’s results highlight title tension, mid-table battles, and ...

Seven pitfalls the Proteas must avoid against India in T20 World Cup Super 8 showdown

Lance Fredericks|Published

As South Africa prepare for a high-stakes Super 8 showdown with India, seven key tactical lessons — from powerplay discipline to death-over composure — could define ...

South Africa's dairy sector hit hard by FMD outbreak as losses soar to R1 billion

Pule Makgale|Published

This widespread outbreak has led to severe repercussions, particularly for exports, with estimated losses amounting to R1 billion since January 2024.

Watch VideoNo clean sweep! Orlando Pirates sink in Nedbank Cup shoot-out agaist Casric Stars

Matshelane Mamabolo|Published

Orlando Pirates’ ambitious quest for a historic domestic " clean sweep" came to a crashing halt in the cold night air of Orlando. Aiming to emulate the legendary ...

Sombre mood deepens as Ekapa continues search for five trapped miners

Danie van der Lith|Published

As pumping and drilling operations continue 890 metres underground at Ekapa Minerals’ Joint Shaft Mine in Kimberley, hope is fading among families of the five trapped ...

Golden Arrows edge Stellenbosch 1-0 amid refereeing controversy to reach Nedbank Cup quarter-finals

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Angelo van Rooi’s second-half strike seals victory at King Zwelithini Stadium as Stellies are left furious over a missed handball and a red card in a dramatic cup ...

‘No sign of life’ during Ekapa mine drilling operations

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

Ekapa Minerals says " no sign of life" has been detected at its Joint Shaft Mine in Kimberley, as intensive drilling and dewatering operations continue following ...

Watch VideoDurban City hold their nerve in shootout to reach Nedbank Cup quarter-finals

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Durban City secured their place in the quarter-finals of the Nedbank Cup after defeating Upington City 2-0 in a penalty shootout following a goalless draw after ...

Watch VideoTS Galaxy dump Mamelodi Sundowns out of Nedbank Cup in Mpumalanga

Smiso Msomi|Published

TS Galaxy stunned Mamelodi Sundowns with a dominant first-half display to secure a 2–0 Nedbank Cup victory, eliminating the Brazilians and ending their final cup ...

Watch VideoResurgent Lions bring Sharks back to earth with emphatic URC win at Ellis Park

Mike Greenaway|Published

Despite a recent resurgence from the Durbanites, the Lions proved too clinical at Ellis Park, using a Jaden Hendrikse yellow card to spark a 14-point blitz and secure ...

VAT Hike: The easy target that hits the poor hardest

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

As South Africa approaches Budget 2026, the National Treasury faces pressure over a potential VAT hike, a move deemed politically toxic despite its revenue-generating ...

South Africa's critical step: First shipment of Foot-and-Mouth Disease vaccines arrives

Hope Ntanzi|Published

South Africa’s Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has received the first shipment of one million Foot-and-Mouth Disease vaccines, a major step in protecting ...

Pressure mounts on Godongwana ahead of pivotal 2026 Budget Speech

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Updated

Opposition parties and civil society groups are urging Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to deliver a 2026 Budget that prioritises growth reforms, social grant increases, ...