South Africans facing R5.3 billion 'identity crisis' as criminals target digital banking
South Africa faces a burgeoning identity crisis as SIM-based fraud escalates into a multibillion-rand threat, costing the nation R5.3 billion in 2024 alone
What's on in Kimberley from December 10 and beyond
Looking for something to do? Here’s what’s happening in and around the Diamond City over the coming days and weeks.
ANC Veterans League proposes new party leadership election model: Voting by all members
Ordinary ANC members voice their scepticism regarding proposals for direct elections of party leaders, highlighting concerns about the implications for governance ...
Cyril Ramaphosa defends ANC's achievements on Freedom Charter amid criticism at NGC meeting
ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa has recounted some of the key achievements the ANC-led government has achieved in an effort to achieve the objectives of the Freedom ...
Four red flags for Proteas as India power to 101 run win, with South Africa folding for record-low 74
India crushed South Africa by 101 runs after a ruthless bowling display and a 59-run blitz from Hardik Pandya, as the Proteas were skittled for their lowest-ever ...
Foot-and-mouth disease outbreak hobbles South African farmers
The outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth Disease is wreaking havoc on farmers across South Africa, pushing them to the brink of economic collapse. Discover how this crisis ...
Revamped Renault Captur: French elegance meets compact SUV versatility
We take the top-spec Esprit Alpine model for a spin to see if these enhancements help it stand out in South Africa's competitive compact SUV segment.
Historic tech showdown as Australia's social media ban for under 16s kicks in
Australia's bold move to ban under-16s from social media raises questions about child safety and tech responsibility. Will this world-first crackdown set a precedent ...
Inside Cape-Town's Gang Wars | Children as young as nine pulled into rising gang violence
Children barely tall enough to see over a car bonnet are being pulled into gang life in Delft — some as young as nine, sent to steal and surrender their loot to ...
Deck the halls with caution: AI scams are coming to town
With the festive season approaching, South Africans face a surge in cybercrime. Discover how AI is making holiday scams more personal and dangerous than ever.
Court dismisses MK Party's challenge to Mchunu's suspension and Madlanga Commission
The Pretoria High Court has ruled against the MK Party, dismissing its application to contest Police Minister Senzo Mchunu's suspension and the establishment of ...
Over half a million flee their homes as Cambodia-Thailand border clashes intensify
More than 500,000 people have fled their homes in Thailand and Cambodia due to a reignited border conflict, marking a significant escalation in violence. Both governments ...
Aztec Masters edge Young Pirates in historic Sol Plaatje Masters Football League final
Aztec Masters clinched the 2025 Sol Plaatje Masters Football League title in a nail-biting penalty shootout against Young Pirates, showcasing a thrilling match that ...
Corruption Unchecked: Government fails to blacklist 466 companies recommended by SIU
Despite recommendations from the Special Investigating Unit to blacklist nearly 500 companies implicated in corruption, the South African government has failed to ...
Liverpool secure narrow win over Inter Milan in Champions League; Chelsea suffer defeat and Barcelona triumphs
Liverpool secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Inter Milan in the Champions League, ending Inter’s 18-game unbeaten home run, while Chelsea suffered a 2-1 defeat to ...
ANC insists it is ‘not shaken’ by MK Party's growth amid crisis warnings
ANC NEC member Dickson Masemola says the party is “not shaken” by the MK Party’s growth in KwaZulu-Natal, despite warnings it could win majorities in some municipalities ...
Consumer sentiment rebounds to highest level of 2025, signalling stronger festive spending
South Africa's Consumer Confidence Index shows a rebound to -9 index points in Q4 2025, signalling improved consumer sentiment, particularly among middle-income ...
ANC NGC: Bhengu says ANC’s financial woes prove it’s broke, not corrupt
Bhengu also pointed to the Political Party Funding Act as another pressure point, saying its regulations had made the party’s fundraising environment significantly ...
Northern Cape teen jailed for stabbing 13-year-old to death over mielie meal
The Petrusville Regional Court has jailed a 19-year-old for 20 years after he admitted to murdering a 13-year-old boy who had taken mielie meal home for his hungry ...