Some Kimberley parents still scrambling for school placements as 2026 school year starts

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

A number of local pupils have not yet started the school year as they are still waiting for placements or the outcome of appeals. The Northern Cape Department of ...

Iran can’t afford to shut down the internet forever

The Conversation|Published

Global internet monitor Netblocks estimates internet shutdowns cost the Iranian economy more than $37 million a day.

Three suspects killed in dramatic shootout with Gauteng police during high-speed chase

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Three robbery suspects were shot dead by Gauteng police during a high-speed chase on the N12 after a robbery in Tokoza.

EFF challenges Higher Education Minister over lack of post-school placements for matriculants

Hope Ntanzi|Published

EFF MP Sihle Lonzi has challenged Minister Nzimande over the lack of post-school education opportunities, questioning the value of celebrating matric results when ...

Pressure mounts on Scott Robertson as Ardie Savea considers quitting the All Blacks

Lunga Biyela|Published

As pressure mounts on All Blacks coach Scott Robertson, star player Ardie Savea considers his future amidst dissatisfaction with coaching structures.

Watch VideoOx Nche credits JP Pietersen for Sharks’ newfound grit

Mike Greenaway|Published

As the Sharks prepare for a do-or-die Champions Cup clash against Clermont, Springbok star Ox Nche opens up about the cultural revolution taking place under JP Pietersen. ...

WATCH | Fistfight between NFP leader and senior party official

Willem Phungula|Updated

NFP leader Ivan Barnes and supporters were involved in a fistfight over the disciplinary hearing of senior party member Mbali Shinga.

Eskom defends legal challenge against private trading licences

Zelda Venter|Published

Eskom faces criticism for its legal challenge against the trading licences granted to five private companies, but the utility insists it supports market reform and ...

Mothibistad police warn motorists of night-time roadblock scam

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Mothibistad SAPS warn motorists to stay alert for a deceptive “stop‑and‑go” roadblock set up with fake construction signs on the N14 near Kagung Village, where drivers ...

Concerns over Andy Mothibi's appointment as NPA boss amid allegations of political shielding

Manyane Manyane|Published

Andy Mothibi's appointment as the National Director of Public Prosecutions has raised eyebrows, with a source suggesting it may be a strategic move to protect President ...

Khomotso Phahlane testifies on his controversial removal as acting police commissioner

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Updated

Former acting SAPS national commissioner Khomotso Phahlane has testified to Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee that then Police minister Fikile Mbalula unconstitutionally ...

Why Manchester United should never appoint Liverpool legend Xabi Alonso

Lunga Biyela|Published

Exploring the fierce rivalry between Manchester United and Liverpool, this article argues why appointing Xabi Alonso, a Liverpool legend, would be a misguided move ...

Watch VideoThe hunt for redemption: Can Gavin Hunt spark a Stellenbosch FC revival?

Obakeng Meletse|Published

As the post-Steve Barker era begins in earnest, Stellenbosch FC finds itself at a pivotal juncture.

'I’ll testify…virtually or not at all': O’Sullivan cites real murder threat before Parliament ad hoc committee

Hope Ntanzi|Published

Private investigator Paul O’Sullivan has denied claims that he fled South Africa to avoid Parliament, saying he will testify only virtually because of serious security ...

Minister Steenhuisen pushing for state of disaster over foot-and-mouth crisis

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen is set to request a national disaster declaration as he unveils a comprehensive 10-year plan to tackle the devastating foot-and-mouth ...

Sol Plaatje Municipality launches official WhatsApp channel for real-time updates

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Sol Plaatje Municipality has launched an official WhatsApp channel to deliver real‑time updates on water and electricity outages, planned upgrades, office and road ...

Watch VideoBattling Bulls need to cut their suit according to their cloth if they are to recover

Mike Greenaway|Published

As the ghosts of a legendary Lions era haunt Johan Ackermann’s expansive game plan, the question must be asked: did the " rebel" players discard Jake White’s Bulls ...

50 pupils accused of matric exam cheating in Limpopo, turn to court

Zelda Venter|Published

Fifty learners from Baphutheng Senior Secondary School in Limpopo are challenging accusations of cheating in court after their exam results were withheld for over ...

Kagisho police appeal for help to trace missing mother, two young children

Marlene Minopetros|Published

The Kagisho police are urgently seeking the public's help to locate 33‑year‑old Lerato Moeti and her two young children, last seen boarding a Bloemfontein‑bound ...