SANDF to be deployed in Eastern Cape to tackle organised crime, confirms Cachalia

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Acting Police Minister Professor Firoz Cachalia confirmed that the South African National Defence Force will be deployed in the Eastern Cape within 10 days, as part ...

SA Reserve bank proposes reforming loan pricing by replacing prime lending rate with repo rate

Ashley Lechman|Published

Will South African borrowers benefit from a clearer and potentially cheaper loan pricing system? Discover how the SARB's proposal to switch from the prime lending ...

FF Plus flags financial risk in proposed permanent appointments at Sol Plaatje Municipality

Danie van der Lith|Published

The FF Plus has warned that the proposed permanent appointment of 497 contract workers at Sol Plaatje Municipality could deepen its financial crisis, trigger labour ...

Logan Paul's rare Pokémon card sells for record-breaking R264 million

Marlene Minopetros|Published

A rare Pikachu Illustrator Pokémon card owned by Logan Paul has sold for a record-breaking $16,492,000 (R264 million), making it the most expensive Pokémon trading ...

Public invited to comment on Covid-19 SRD grant extension

Marlene Minopetros|Published

The Department of Social Development is seeking public comment on proposed amendments to extend the Covid-19 Social Relief of Distress grant for 12 months from April ...

South Africa to receive 1 million Foot-and-Mouth vaccines in record import: Steenhuisen

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen has announced that South Africa will receive a shipment of 1 million foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccines from Biogenesis ...

Chinese New Year: Five things to avoid for good fortune

Marlene Minopetros|Published

As families gather together for the Chinese New Year, they'll be mindful of certain customs and omens that are believed to bring good fortune and prosperity.

SRD grant payments from February 20: What you need to know

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Sassa will disburse Covid-19 SRD grant payments to eligible beneficiaries between February 20 and 25, targeting those experiencing financial hardship and meeting ...

An evening to remember: Solar-powered airship steals the show at FNB Vastity Cup opener

Marlene Minopetros|Published

A solar-powered airship made history at the 2026 FNB Varsity Cup opener between FNB UFS Shimlas and FNB Maties, marking a groundbreaking moment in South African ...

Try-fest as Shimlas outgun Maties in Varsity Cup opener

Marlene Minopetros|Published

The FNB UFS Shimlas drew first blood in the 2026 Varsity Cup with a thrilling bonus-point 50-39 victory over the FNB Maties at Shimla Park in Bloemfontein.

Noupoort schools soar as Sister Schools Programme delivers results

Marlene Minopetros|Published

The Sister Schools Programme in Noupoort has achieved significant success, with Noupoort Combined School and Enoch Mthetho High School recording 95% and 100% matric ...

‘AK-47’ recovered in Galeshewe turns out to be paintball gun

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

Operation Wanya Tsotsi handed over a suspect to the police last week after he led them to a suspected weapon that was hidden in the veld. The police said a person ...

Rotary Club inspires young leaders at Pescodia High School

Danie van der Lith|Published

The Rotary Club of Kimberley visited Pescodia High School to introduce Rotary and Interact, encouraging learners to embrace service and leadership. Presentations ...

Northern Cape police recover vehicle stolen in Cape Town, suspect arrested

Marlene Minopetros|Published

A vehicle stolen from a car wash in Cape Town was recovered and confiscated in Richmond, Northern Cape, with a 35-year-old man arrested in connection with the theft. ...

UPDATE: Fears grow for trapped mineworkers after mud rush at Ekapa Joint Shaft

Danie van der Lith|Published

Fears are growing for five mineworkers who remain unaccounted for after a mud rush struck the Ekapa Mining Joint Shaft in Kimberley, with emergency operations continuing ...

US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson dies, aged 84

AFP|Published

Jesse Jackson, who died Tuesday aged 84, had a three pronged career of civil rights, liberal missions and political activism.

Public Protector steps back from Xolile George salary investigation amid relationship claims

Simon Majadibodu|Published

In a significant move, Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka recuses herself from investigating Xolile George's controversial salary hikes, raising questions about transparency ...

Grade 5 pupils dies after goal post collapse at primary school

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A 10-YEAR-OLD Grade 5 pupil tragically lost his life when a soccer goal post collapsed during break time at Reagile Primary School in Tembisa.

Watch VideoLIVE | Parliament debates President Cyril Ramaphosa’s SONA

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Members of the National Assembly and National Council of Provinces will meet for a joint sitting starting Tuesday to scrutinise President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State ...